The data for all igus service life calculators are based on extensive test series conducted in-house at the 3,800-square-meter Cologne laboratory, where igus develops and researches new plastics and products. The igus laboratory: 11,000 tests at 450 test rigs The 3D printing service automatically estimates a service life,' explains Krause.

'All users need to do is click on their part's sliding surface with a mouse and enter some application specs.

'We have now integrated the service life calculation into the 3D printing service because knowing component longevity in advance, in addition to pricing, makes selecting the right material easier,' says Tom Krause, Head of Business Unit Additive Manufacturing. The tool also provides cost, feasibility, and delivery time information. They can upload a STEP or STL file to the website, where the Cologne-based motion plastics specialist displays production options, suitable materials, and finishes. The online 3D printing service makes it simple for users. From one-off parts to small batches, the right custom parts can be printed and delivered within three days by igus.ĭifferent processes and a wide range of materials are employed: rapid tooling combined with filament, laser sintering powder, and liquid resin. With 30 years of plain bearing expertise developing high-performance plastics and producing bearings with injection molding, igus utilizes 3D printing if custom wear-resistant parts are required outside the standard product range.

To get a 3D printed part, users can simply upload a STEP or STL file, have the service life prediction calculated, choose the right material, place the order, and the part will be shipped within three days. In addition to providing a price calculation and feasibility analysis, the service life of custom-manufactured parts can now be predicted in just seconds. This is why a service life prediction feature has been added to the online 3D printing service offered by igus. Knowing the durability of a 3D-printed component can help determine its service life more easily. STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES, July 27, 2023/ / - igus ®, the leading global manufacturer of engineered components to increase the service life of customers' machines, announced its online 3D printing service now enables users to calculate the service life of their printed wear-resistant parts. The motion plastics specialist is expanding its 3D printing services for wear-resistant, self-lubricating custom parts

The igus online 3D printing service now enables users to calculate the service life of their printed wear-resistant parts.

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