Deformation of Efalon^®(PTFE) tape bearing under load is minimum.

As wall thickness is very low, it conducts heat better. Thus thermal expansion of Efalon^® (PTFE) does not cause problems.

Free rotation of tape bearing prevents sectional wears.

Generally compounded Efalon^® (PTFE) skived tapes are preferred in the production of tape bearings as their resistance to wear and load is higher compared to virgin Efalon^® (PTFE).

In food, textile, paper and pharma industries where product hygiene is important

Aqueus environments where lubrication is not necessary

Corrosive environments as in the presence of strong acids and alkalies

Applications where long operational life without maintenance is required

In components that operate at low temperatures where lubrication is useless

In equipment that operates at high temperatures where common lubricants decompose or evaporate (up to +270ºC)

In other environments with low or high humidity where other dry bearings do not function properly

In equipment that operates at low speeds and under heavy load where lubricants are discharged from other bearings

In cases where there exists the probability that mills can stick to the bearings and bearings can malfunction

When noise and vibration are undesirable

Low friction as in back and forth and rotational systems is a must

Where lubrication is difficult or impossible

Where load should be under control and dimensional stability is important

Electrical insulation is a necessity.