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Plastics for Friction and Wear Applications

Bearing grade plastics are engineered for low friction and long wear life in even the most extreme operating conditions.

LubX® CV Chain Guides Reduce Friction and Wear

Replacing UHMW with LubX® CV reduces friction, improves wear performance, lowers noise, and saves energy.

Plastic Bearings Seizing on Food Processing Machinery

Curbell worked with manufacturer to identify a low friction, FDA compliant plastic material that solved the problem.

Plastic Properties Table

Sort, compare, and find the plastic material suited for your application.

Good for Friction and Wear

Plastics such as Nylon and Acetal have outstanding wear characteristics. Wear performance can be enhanced with additives.

Good for Bearings

A number of different plastic materials including UHMW, Nylon, and Vespel® can be used for friction and wear applications.