igus® Engineer's Toolbox

Engineer's Toolbox Visit igus.com

over 5 years
What Is a Cable Gland?

In this blog post, you''ll learn what a cable gland is, what they''re made out of, and how to choose the right one for your project.

Read Article
over 5 years
4 Considerations When Choosing a Lead Screw

Discover the four main data points every engineer should consider when looking to properly utilize lead screws and polymer nuts in their applications.

Read Article
over 5 years
How to use the cable carrier recycling program from igus®

Learn more about the recycling program here: https://www.igus.com/info/echain-recycling-program Our ''chainge'' Recycling Program allows you to recycle your old cable carriers in exchange for a vouche

Watch Video
over 5 years
How to Use the 3D Printing Service for Wear-Resistant Parts

In this webinar, Startups Product Manager Preston Souza walks through how to use the igus® 3D printing service. Learn how to design, upload, & order parts.

Watch Video
over 5 years
YE.42 hybrid energy chain brochure

Download PDF

Read Document
over 5 years
What Is a 7th Axis for Robots?

In this blog post, learn how you can expand the reach and workspace of your robot simply by adding a 7th axis. We''ll discuss its benefits and how you can make your new system maintenance-free.

Read Article
over 5 years
Robots and the Future of Caregiving

Let''s explore some challenges that older people are facing and how care robots can improve our quality of life as we age.

Read Article
over 5 years
triflex® Retraction System Assembly Guide

Browse our assembly guide for our various triflex retraction systems such as the RSE Linear, RSE Wheel, RS Modular and RSP Pneumatic.

Read Document
over 5 years
How to Measure Bearings

Whether you are looking to replace an old bearing or seeking out extras to have on hand, knowing how to measure your bearings beforehand is important and can save you some hassle.

Read Article
over 5 years
Still Using Metal Ball Bearings in Packaging Equipment? Consider This Maintenance-Free Alternative

What if I told you there''s a dry-running, lightweight polymer alternative to metal ball bearings? Well, you better believe it because this type of solution does exist! Learn all about it here.

Read Article
over 5 years
Cobot Cable Management with triflex® Cable Carriers

Learn more about the advantages of triflex® cable management systems here: https://www.igus.com/info/robot-dress-packs Or browse through available triflex® cobot cable kits here: https://www.igus.com

Watch Video
over 5 years
How to Use the igus® 3D-Printing CAD Configurator

In this blog post, learn how to use our 3D-printing CAD configurator so you can easily and quickly order wear-resistant SLS gears, racks, bearings and more.

Read Article
over 5 years
When to Use a Linear Plain Bearing vs a Recirculating Ball Bearing? | FAQ

Want to know when it's appropriate to use linear plain bearings instead of ball bearings inside your applications? In this video, drylin® Product Manager Matt Mowry offers some tips for this decision.

Watch Video
over 5 years
Why Use a Linear Actuator? | drylin®

Learn more about drylin® linear actuators here: https://www.igus.com/info/linear-actuators And you can try out our linear actuator configurator tools here: https://www.igus.com/info/online-tools#sect

Watch Video
over 5 years
4 considerations when choosing a lead screw

Learn more about dryspin® here: https://www.igus.com/info/lead-screw-systems Or try out our lead screw product finder and lead screw configurator tools here to calculate service life, quickly build l

Watch Video
over 5 years
What Is a Thermocouple Compensation Cable?

In this blog post, you''ll learn what a thermal compensation cable is, how it works and where it can be used.

Read Article
over 5 years
3D Printing Wear-Resistant Components With ESD Properties

In this blog post, you''ll discover a new SLS-printing material with ESD properties. Learn about the material''s characteristics and how it''s wear rate compares to PA12 printing materials.

Read Article
over 5 years
igus® Products for 3D Printers

Watch this video to discover highly engineered plastic components that you can use to design your next 3D printer.

Watch Video
over 5 years
chainflex® Flexible Cables in Theater Technology

In this post, read about theater technology and the complexities of selecting the safest cable carrier and flexible cable to avoid incidents.

Read Article
over 5 years
Can Control Cables Be Used as AS-i Bus Cables?

In this post, we discuss if it''s truly possible to use control cables with AS-i Bus systems and what is required to do so.

Read Article
over 5 years
Self-Lubricating Plain Bearings: How They Work

In this post, read about what makes igus® plain bearings self-lubricating and how these properties could save you money while improving your machine.

Read Article

< Previous1...383940...65Next >