drylin® lead screw drives and igubal® spherical bearings in solar technology

Technical data:

• What was needed: smooth operation under extreme ambient conditions
• Requirements: insensitive to dirt, maintenance-free, smooth movement
• Industry: Solar technology
   
• Success for the customer: drylin® lead screw technology and igubal® spherical bearings ensure perfect operation at extreme temperatures and with weathering effects due to wind, water, dirt and dust.
   

Go to solar panels: With the help of a solar panel, sunrays can be converted directly into electrical energy. Several panels result in a solar module, which can be mounted statically or dynamically. The application shown here is a moving solar module, i.e. the solar panels automatically move with the sun. This workflow must function smoothly.

Problem

Extreme temperatures and weathering by wind, water, dirt and dust push metallic bearings to their very limits when they are used in solar power systems.

Solution

igus® polymer bearings can be used in very extreme environments and with high loads and are maintenance- and lubrication-free.