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High-Load Plastic Roller Bearings for Solar Cells

Conventional plastic deep groove ball bearings use balls that rotate at a point, whereas plastic roller bearings use rollers that rotate along a line, allowing them to withstand greater loads. Currently, they are used in applications such as conveyor rollers for transporting materials in chemically-laden environments within solar cell production facilities. Plastic Roller Bearings This is how the roller looks like. Related Pages ・Custom-made Ball Bearings ・Chemical Environment ・Wells & Environmental Pumps Back to Case studies

Double-Row Plastic Bearings

These bearings are used in a thread feeding line. Initially, a plastic bearing of type 6002 was used, but it could not withstand the load and led to rotational errors. Without changing the size of φ32×φ15×9L, the specification was changed from a single row to a double row, and by adding more balls, a higher load could be accommodated. In addition, by switching to an angular contact structure internally, a certain amount of axial load was also made possible. Depending on the size, it is possible to manufacture bearings with such internal specification changes. Related Pages ・Deep-groove Ball Bearings ・Angular-contact Ball Bearings ・Water/Seawater Back to Case studies

Plastic Bearings for Conveyor Rollers in the Food Cleaning Process (Alcohol Cleaning, etc.)

This is an example of using bearings in the alcohol cleaning of kamaboko, processed fish paste. In this process, stainless steel bearings were used, but the alcohol washed out the internal grease, leading to faulty rotation. By switching to PEEK bearings, the bearings can be used without grease, eliminating concerns about corrosion or deterioration from alcohol. Related Pages ・Ball Bearings ・PEEK ・Dry Environment ・Food Back to Case studies

Plastic Slide Bearings in a Chemical Environment

Our plastic slide bearings were used for the monitoring camera in a manufacturing process. While the manufacturing facility is in operation, the camera extends, and when the line stops, the camera retracts. Our slide bearings were used for this extension and retraction mechanism. Since this manufacturing process takes place in an environment with chemical solutions, a metallic solution would corrode quickly. Therefore, our customer considered using plastic. We suggested PEEK slide bearings from our product range. Since the shaft is made of stainless steel, we used ceramic balls. Related Pages ・PEEK ・PTFE ・Chemical Environment ・Dry Environment Back to Case studies

Plastic Bearings in the Cleaning Process of Ampoules

Our plastic bearings were utilized for the ampoule cleaning process. Initially, two miniature plastic bearings from other manufacturers were used to avoid the wear of metal powder. However, wear problems also arose with the plastic bearings, leading to difficulties. One of the reasons was the strength of the plastic material, but the fact that they were standard products also led to dimensional interference and accelerated wear. Therefore, we proposed using PEEK bearings with a multi-row configuration tailored to the device’s dimensions, which resolved the issue. In our case, the multi-row configuration that combines both bearings is more cost-effective than using two separate bearings. Related Pages ・Ball Bearings ・Custom-made Ball Bearings[…..]

Plastic Bearings for Toluene Cleaning

One of our customers has chosen our plastic ball bearings for the film transport roller shafts. Race ring and cage: PEEKBalls: Aluminum oxide ceramic After using the equipment, metallic bearings corrode in a short period when cleaned with chemicals such as toluene. Although other plastic materials can be used with these chemicals, we chose PEEK due to slightly increased load. As you can see, not only chemicals but also other conditions such as load, rotation speed, and temperature are involved in the material selection process. If you are considering the use of plastic bearings, please contact us. Related Pages ・Deep-groove Ball Bearings ・Chemical Environment ・Cleaning Machines Back to[…..]

Plastic Axial Bearings for Food Manufacturing (Processing) Equipment

Hygienic because no grease is used. Resistant to disinfectants, cleaning agents, and high temperatures, does not rust or corrode. Plastic bearings for food manufacturing facilities. Plastic axial bearings for food manufacturing (processing) equipment Typically, metal bearings are used in food manufacturing machines, which are protected from direct contact with moisture or steam by seals. Even if the bearings have a sealing structure, moisture can penetrate over time and grease can leak out. With a plastic axial bearing, the need for grease is eliminated, and it is corrosion-resistant. Therefore, there are no concerns about grease or rust getting into the food. It can be used in environments with cleaning solutions (such[…..]

Integrated Plastic Bearing Sprocket (Sprocket Wheel)

Stainless, corrosion-resistant gears Integrated Plastic Bearing Sprocket (Sprocket Wheel) We manufacture gears for various applications starting from one piece. No lubrication required, hence safe and worry-free. This is an integrated plastic bearing sprocket (sprocket wheel) that can be used in environments where liquids are present, such as cleaning lines or environments where lubricants are not required. Being made of plastic, it does not rust or corrode. Additionally, it is recommended for production lines, especially in the food industry, as it does not require lubricants. We offer a variety of materials that are corrosion-resistant and can withstand high temperatures. We manufacture products that meet a wide range of requirements, starting from[…..]

Self-Aligning Plastic Bearings Used in Equipment for Manufacturing Flat-Panel Displays

In production facilities for liquid crystal displays, there’s a section dedicated to transporting films. Due to the long shaft and the difficulty of removing the core, the self-aligning variant is utilized. Self-aligning bearings used in equipment for manufacturing flat-panel displays Related Pages ・Self-aligning Ball Bearing ・Chemical Environment ・Etching Devices Back to Case studies

Plastic Conveyor Bearings for Food Machinery

In a process of alcohol disinfection in a conveyor belt for food machinery, stainless steel bearings were previously used. However, after some time, a problem occurred where the grease leaked out and the bearing stopped rotating entirely. As a replacement, a lubricant-free resin made of food-safe PEEK material was used instead. Conveyor bearings for food machinery Related Pages ・Deep-groove Ball Bearings ・Dry Environment ・Food Back to Case studies