iglidur® A181, sleeve bearing with flange, mm

iglidur® A181 | The universal material for food contact

The material iglidur® A181 offers both FDA and 10/2011 EC compliance. The blue colour also facilitates the "optical detectability" often desired in the food sector. Compared to iglidur® A180 with regard to the mechanical properties, temperature and media resistance, iglidur® A181 is more suitable with respect to the wear resistance in most cases.

Typical applications

• Beverage industry
• Food industry
• Medical technology

When to use it?

• When FDA compliance is required
• When a material conforming to the 10/2011 EC is required
• When an universal material suitable for direct contact with food is required

When not to use it?

• When FDA and 10/2011 EC regulation compliance are not required
• When continuous operating temperatures are higher than +90°C
• When a cost-effective universal material is sought