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Sub-Brands
From high-temperature and high-load applications to low-friction sealing and series-produced sliding components. Three material brands address challenges in friction, wear and lubrication.
Three Material Brands for Challenges
in Friction, Wear and Lubrication
Challenges involving friction, wear and lubrication directly affect equipment service life, efficiency, stable operation and maintenance workload. STARLITE combines material design, molding and processing, and evaluation and analysis to propose materials and component designs suited to each application and operating condition.
At the core of this approach are BAKES, a phenolic-resin-based functional laminate; ALP, a PTFE-based material series; and S-BEAR, high-performance materials for injection molding.
The engineering field concerned with friction, wear and lubrication.
Select a Sub-Brand Based on
Your Application and Operating Conditions
Each brand is designed for different materials, operating conditions and applications. Select a brand below to view the details.
High Temperature,
High Load & Large Components
Functional Laminates
Friction & Wear Components
Low Friction, Sealing &
Special Environments
High-Performance Materials
Sliding Components
Series Production,
Low Torque & Grease-Free
for Injection Molding
Functional Components
For High-Temperature and High-Load Conditions
Where Conventional Polymers Are Difficult to Apply
Phenolic-resin-based functional laminates designed to support durability and polymer replacement in sliding and friction components.
BAKES is a functional laminated material based on phenolic resin, a thermoset polymer. By combining organic and inorganic fiber reinforcements with various fillers, it provides sliding performance, heat resistance, strength and stiffness.
With extensive application experience in equipment for the steel, pulp and paper, and other industries, BAKES supports material and component design for high-temperature, high-load, long-length and large-component applications.
| Application Conditions | High temperatures, high loads, environments containing dust or scale, and long-length or large components |
|---|---|
| Key Strengths | Longer wear life, reduced counterface wear, water-lubricated applications and reduced maintenance workload |
| Typical Application Areas | Wear components for steel and pulp-and-paper lines, brakes, liners and sliding components for large equipment |
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Characteristics of BAKES
BAKES combines mechanical durability with friction and wear performance, heat resistance, chemical resistance and dimensional stability. Grades are selected according to operating conditions and required performance.
High Durability & High Strength
For equipment components exposed to high loads or requiring strength and stiffness.
Dimensional Stability
Suitable for components where dimensional change under operating conditions must be controlled.
Low Friction & Low Wear
For bearings, liners and other locations where friction and wear need to be reduced.
High Braking Performance
For brakes and other applications requiring stable friction and braking performance.
Heat Resistance
For equipment and sliding locations exposed to demanding temperature conditions.
Chemical Resistance
Materials can be selected for conditions involving water, chemicals and other fluids.
Representative Applications
Wipers and apron liners for steel rolling lines
Rudder shaft bearings for large vessels
Wear rings for hydraulic cylinders
Vacuum-pump vanes and conveyor guide components
Typical Challenges
Lubrication fails or seizure occurs at high temperature
Reduce galling and maintenance workload associated with metal components
Conventional polymers do not provide sufficient strength or durability
Extend wear life while reducing damage to the counterface
Information for Evaluation
Operating temperature
Load and pressure
Speed and motion conditions
Counterface and lubrication conditions
Considering Polymer Replacement Under High-Temperature or High-Load Conditions?
We can review the applicability of BAKES based on your current material and operating conditions.
PTFE-Based Materials for Excellent Sliding Performance
Under Unlubricated Conditions
From oil, water and various gas atmospheres to cryogenic and high-pressure conditions, materials and component geometry are considered according to the operating environment.
ALP is a PTFE-based material series designed around low friction, heat resistance, chemical resistance and non-stick properties, while also considering wear resistance and deformation under load.
A range of grades is available for use in oil, water and various gas atmospheres. In addition to selecting grades for individual applications, STARLITE supports custom design to meet specific requirements.
| Application Conditions | Oil, water and various gas atmospheres, cryogenic and high-pressure conditions, large-diameter rings and long-length components |
|---|---|
| Key Strengths | Low friction, stable sealing and sliding performance, improved wear resistance, and custom material / geometry design |
| Typical Application Areas | Compressor rings, seals for cryogenic environments, long rollers and other sliding or sealing applications |
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Characteristics of ALP
In addition to the low-friction and non-stick properties of PTFE, ALP grades are selected according to load, lubrication conditions, chemical exposure and other operating requirements.
Non-Stick Performance
Suitable for locations where adhesion to the component surface needs to be reduced.
Low Friction & Low Wear
For sliding and sealing locations where friction and wear need to be controlled.
High Load & High Contact Pressure
Grades can be selected according to load and contact-pressure requirements.
Grease-Free Operation
For locations where lubricants are difficult to use or where maintenance requirements need to be reduced.
Chemical Resistance
Materials are selected according to exposure to oil, water, process fluids, chemicals and other operating environments.
Representative Applications
Piston rings for reciprocating compressors
Rider rings and rod packing
Polymer seals for cryogenic environments
Long rollers for manufacturing equipment
Typical Challenges
Extend seal life and reduce replacement workload
Clearance design is difficult at cryogenic temperatures
Select materials for high pressure and large temperature changes
Improve premature wear of PTFE components
Information for Evaluation
Operating temperature
Pressure
Gas or process fluid
Counterface, speed and required dimensions
Need Help Selecting a PTFE or Sealing Material?
We can review ALP material candidates based on temperature, pressure, atmosphere and component geometry.
Lower Torque, Lower Noise and Grease-Free Operation
for Series-Produced Sliding Components
High-performance materials, precision injection molding, CAE and evaluation technologies are combined for series-produced functional components such as gears and bearings.
S-BEAR is a series of high-performance materials for injection molding based on engineering plastics. In addition to tribology performance, materials can be designed with functions such as heat resistance, electrical conductivity and flame retardancy.
S-BEAR is used in sliding and drive components for office equipment and automotive applications. By combining material design with precision injection molding, STARLITE supports series-production implementation of high-function components matched to required specifications.
| Application Conditions | Injection-molded components for series production, precision sliding components, gears, bearings, slides and applications requiring added functionality |
|---|---|
| Key Strengths | Low torque, noise reduction, grease-free operation, wear resistance, CAE and testing support, and lightweight polymer replacement of metal components |
| Typical Application Areas | Gears and bearings for office and precision equipment, automotive functional components, and components for robots and actuators |
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Characteristics of S-BEAR
S-BEAR combines the productivity of injection molding with sliding performance, noise reduction, lightweight design, heat resistance and other functionality required in mechanical components.
Lightweight
Supports polymer replacement of metal components where component or system weight needs to be reduced.
Low Noise
For gears and mechanisms where operating noise or squeal needs to be reduced.
Low Friction & Low Wear
For sliding and drive components where friction and wear need to be reduced.
Grease-Free Operation
Supports mechanisms where lubricant use or maintenance workload needs to be reduced.
Heat Resistance
For components requiring material selection with elevated operating temperatures in mind.
Chemical Resistance
Materials can be considered for environments involving chemicals and various process fluids.
Thermal Conductivity
Material options can also be considered for applications requiring heat dissipation or thermal management within a component.
Representative Applications
Automotive functional components
Gears for office and precision equipment
Bearings and sliding components
Gears and reducers for robots and actuators
Typical Challenges
Reduce torque without using grease
Reduce squeal and stick-slip
Replace metal components with polymer to reduce weight
Evaluate material, geometry and manufacturability together
Information for Evaluation
Load
Speed
Operating temperature
Counterface, dimensions and production volume
Consult Us from the Material-Selection Stage for Series-Produced Polymer Components
We can review the conditions S-BEAR can support based on your application, load, speed, temperature and counterface.
Not Sure Which Brand
Fits Your Application?
You do not need to determine whether BAKES, ALP or S-BEAR is the right choice before contacting us. Based on your application, operating conditions and current challenges, we can organize candidate materials, component concepts and evaluation methods.
Not every specification needs to be finalized. We can begin with the information currently available.
Will Review Your Application
We review the application, observed issues and operating conditions with you to identify suitable material candidates and the next steps for evaluation.