Material Type | Industrial machinery, HVAC systems | PVC (Base): Shore A hardness 70–80 (ASTM D2240) Metal (Advanced): Stainless Steel 304 (ISO 3506) | ▲ PVC: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant (resists water, oils). ▲ Metal: High load capacity (10,000 psi). | PVC: Limited temp resistance (≤60°C). Metal: Higher cost, prone to corrosion without coating. |
Bushing Design | Roller systems, conveyor belts | Sleeve (Base): Tubular, 1.5mm wall thickness (ISO 1806) Mantle (Advanced): Split design, 3mm walls | ▲ Sleeve: Easy installation, low friction (COF 0.25). ▲ Mantle: Customizable fit, shock absorption. | Sleeve: Requires precise sizing. Mantle: Higher material cost. |
Temperature Resistance | High-heat environments (e.g., engines) | Base: 60°C continuous (ASTM D6265) Advanced: 120°C continuous (UL 746A) | ▲ Advanced: Operates in industrial ovens/engines. ▲ Base: Cost-effective for standard use. | Base: Fails at >70°C. Advanced: Stiffer material reduces flexibility. |
Chemical Resistance | Chemical plants, automotive repairs | Base: Resists 10+ chemicals (ASTM D543) Advanced: Resists 30+ chemicals (ISO 16930) | ▲ Advanced: Withstands acids, solvents, fuels. ▲ Base: Adequate for mild chemicals. | Base: Degradation risk with strong alkalis. Advanced: Complex manufacturing. |
Durability | Heavy machinery, long-term installations | Base: 5,000-hour lifespan (ISO 2408) Advanced: 15,000-hour lifespan (MIL-STD-810) | ▲ Advanced: Minimal wear in abrasive environments. ▲ Base: Sufficient for light-duty use. | Base: Frequent replacement needed. Advanced: Heavier, bulkier. |
Cost Efficiency | DIY projects, low-budget applications | Base: $0.50/unit (ISO 10303) Advanced: $2.00/unit | ▲ Base: Economical for small-scale use. ▲ Advanced: Long-term savings via durability. | Base: Limited performance in extreme conditions. Advanced: High upfront cost. |