1 min read
We are often asked about what can be expected when you use a Rulon bearing or any PTFE in high temperatures. Many things can occur, and it varies from material to material based on the use of different fillers. Let’s review: PTFE is an odd material...
Read More
1 min read
Aircraft bearings have strict requirements for quality and performance; they must tolerate massive fluctuations in temperatures, pressurized cabins,...
1 min read
We’ve had many questions about the connection between PTFE materials and high-radiation environments. Often, when working in these conditions,...
1 min read
It’s a back-to-basics question, but one that we are asked often. Surface treatments are generally separated into two categories: atmospheric and...
1 min read
Our recent post on PTFE and Rulon in water applications generated some solid interest. Today I want to share a case study of how PTFE-based bearings...
1 min read
I’ve been getting a lot of questions recently about PTFE-based materials like Rulon for use in water applications. Generally, PTFE is not a good...
1 min read
In honor of this recent commencement season, today we’re sharing a lesson right from our bearing resource center, TriStar University. Here’s a...
1 min read
Does your application require a bearing with a reinforced design? It depends on just how rigorous the application is. In some cases, a standard...
1 min read
Heavy-duty applications call for superior bearing strength, but how is bearing strength actually measured? In essence, bearing strength is the...
1 min read
The US manufacturing economy continues to waver between marked improvement and ongoing challenge in 2016, according to the National Association of...
1 min read
The first step to understanding the Coefficient of Friction (COF) of engineering plastics when compared to that of steel is grasping that the COF is...
2 min read
Have you ever fabricated plastic components? For many traditional machine shops, metal is an easy and familiar material to work with, but plastic...
1 min read
I had a great conversation with a machinist who wanted to compare Rulon 142 and Turcite B; two common materials used for slide and linear bearings....
