RWG Germany GmbH
Rolling element and precision bearings for the aviation industry – made in Germany. For over 50 years.
RWG Germany GmbH
Wälz- und Präzisionslager für die Luftfahrt – made in Germany. Seit über 50 Jahren.
Nahaufnahme eines komplexen, schwarzen Metallbauteils mit mehreren zylindrischen Stiften und Schrauben, Teil einer technischen Maschine | Close-up of a complex black metal component with multiple cylindrical pins and screws, part of a technical machine

Technology

Manufacturing capabilities at RWG

Details

Nahaufnahme eines metallischen, zahnradähnlichen Maschinenteils mit Innenverzahnung und Befestigungsbohrung aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a metallic gear-like machine part with internal teeth and a mounting hole from RWG Germany GmbH production

Technology

There are hardly any limits to the range of customization options, from materials and geometry to coatings. This list represents only a snapshot of RWG Germany’s manufacturing capabilities. Thanks to new manufacturing processes and developments, our range of design options is constantly evolving. If you do not see what you are looking for here, please contact us. Our application engineering team will be happy to assess the feasibility of your request and can also offer a product-qualification if desired.

Materials (Selection)

Steels

  • AISI 440C, 1.3544, 1.4125
  • 100Cr6, 1.3505.9, E52100
  • 1.4108
  • 15-5PH, 17-4PH, PH13-8Mo, 1.4534, 1.4545, 1.4548
  • BS S80, 1.4044
  • BS S157, 1.6657, 16NCD13
  • 1.4301, 1.4310

Ceramics

  • Si3N4

Non-ferrous metals

  • Aluminium: AlCu4Mg1, AlCuMgPb
  • Copper alloy: CuBe2, CuZn39Pb3, CuNi15Sn8
  • Titanium: Ti6Al4V
  • Nickel-based: NiCr19NbMb

Thermoplastics

  • PEEK, PA66, PTFE, POM-C
Nahaufnahme eines metallischen Werkstücks, das von einer CNC-Maschine mit Greifarm gehalten wird | Close-up of a metallic workpiece held by a CNC machine gripper

Seals

Contact / non-contact seals

  • PTFE
  • PTFE-glass fabric
  • FKM
  • NBR
  • Metal shield

Self-lubricating coatings – Dry film lubricants

  • Molybdenum disulfide MoS2: PVD-coated for vacuum applications, excellent anti-friction properties, operating temperature: -260°C to +350°C
  • Graphite: Good anti-friction properties under vacuum and in atmosphere. Operating temperature: -250°C to +1500°C
Mehrere blaue Buchsen mit roter Innenbeschichtung aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Multiple blue bushings with red inner coating from RWG Germany GmbH production

Self-lubricating coatings – PTFE fabric liners

Our Fraslip liner portfolio (types E/EF/F/G/T) covers the following application criteria:

  • Good damping properties
  • Resistant to contamination
  • High static and dynamic load capacity
  • High static / dynamic loads Low / high-dynamic speeds
  • High / low temperatures: -196°C to +315°C
  • Vacuum-compatible
  • Meets requirements according to:
    • SAE AS81819 / 81820 / 81934
    • EN 2755 / 2311
    • ABS2045 and many more
Metallkorb mit kleinen glänzenden Metallteilen, aufgehängt an oranger Halterung in einer Produktionsumgebung | Metal basket with small shiny metal parts hanging from an orange holder in a production setting

Coatings / Plating – Corrosion Protection

  • Zinc-nickel, anodizing, silver, cadmium, phosphating, IVD aluminum
Metallteile in einem Gitterkorb in einer Wärmebehandlungsanlage bei RWG Germany GmbH | Metal parts in a wire basket inside a heat treatment furnace at RWG Germany GmbH

Heat Treatment

  • Surface hardening
    • Case hardening
    • Induction hardening
  • Precipitation hardening
  • Through-hardening
  • Stress-relief annealing
  • Nitriding
  • Tempering

Quality Inspection

Geometry (Dimensions and Shape)

  • Conventional Measurement Methods
  • Coordinate Measurement

Surface Roughness, Hardness, Tensile Strength, Microstructure, Resistance Torque, Bearing Clearance, Non-Destructive Testing (Eddy Current, Barkhausen Noise, Nital Etching)

Nahaufnahme eines grünen Zahnrads aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a green gear from RWG Germany GmbH production
Hand hält ein zylindrisches Bauteil in einer Messvorrichtung zur Qualitätsprüfung bei RWG Germany GmbH | Hand holding a cylindrical component in a measuring fixture for quality inspection at RWG Germany GmbH
Mehrere metallische Bauteile hängen an roten Kunststoffringen in einer Produktionsanlage von RWG Germany GmbH | Several metallic components hanging on red plastic rings in a production facility of RWG Germany GmbH
Nahaufnahme eines Handmessgeräts mit grünem Zifferblatt und der Aufschrift 'ADPSK' bei der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a hand-held measuring device with a green dial labeled 'ADPSK' in the product manufacturing of RWG Germany GmbH

Testing / Qualification

Load Testing

  • Static, fatigue, endurance

Environmental influences

  • Salt spray test chamber
  • dust-proof testing

Fabric liner adhesion

Metallteil wird in einer CNC-Maschine mit Kühlmittel besprüht und bearbeitet | Metal part being machined in a CNC machine with coolant spray

Manufacturing Processes

Machining

  • Turning, milling, reaming, honing, drilling, cylindrical grinding, surface grinding, cross hatch grinding, vibratory finishing, polishing, shot blasting

Non-machining

  • Cold forming, thread rolling, bearing roller-swaging, fabric bonding

Marking

  • Laser engraving, electrochemical etching, inkjet

Accompanying processes

  • Ultrasonic cleaning, preservation, lubrication, assembly

Packaging

  • Individual packaging, aluminum composite, plastic/vacuum bags, VCI paper

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Technology

Manufacturing
capabilities at RWG

Details

Nahaufnahme eines metallischen, zahnradähnlichen Maschinenteils mit Innenverzahnung und Befestigungsbohrung aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a metallic gear-like machine part with internal teeth and a mounting hole from RWG Germany GmbH production

Technology

There are hardly any limits to the range of customization options, from materials and geometry to coatings. This list represents only a snapshot of RWG Germany’s manufacturing capabilities. Thanks to new manufacturing processes and developments, our range of design options is constantly evolving. If you do not see what you are looking for here, please contact us. Our application engineering team will be happy to assess the feasibility of your request and can also offer a product-qualification if desired.

Nahaufnahme eines metallischen Werkstücks, das von einer CNC-Maschine mit Greifarm gehalten wird | Close-up of a metallic workpiece held by a CNC machine gripper

Materials (Selection)

Steels

  • AISI 440C, 1.3544, 1.4125
  • 100Cr6, 1.3505.9, E52100
  • 1.4108
  • 15-5PH, 17-4PH, PH13-8Mo, 1.4534, 1.4545, 1.4548
  • BS S80, 1.4044
  • BS S157, 1.6657, 16NCD13
  • 1.4301, 1.4310

Ceramics

  • Si3N4

Non-ferrous metals

  • Aluminium: AlCu4Mg1, AlCuMgPb
  • Copper alloy: CuBe2, CuZn39Pb3, CuNi15Sn8
  • Titanium: Ti6Al4V
  • Nickel-based: NiCr19NbMb

Thermoplastics

  • PEEK, PA66, PTFE, POM-C

Seals

Contact / non-contact seals

  • PTFE
  • PTFE-glass fabric
  • FKM
  • NBR
  • Metal shield

Self-lubricating coatings – Dry film lubricants

  • Molybdenum disulfide MoS2: PVD-coated for vacuum applications, excellent anti-friction properties, operating temperature: -260°C to +350°C
  • Graphite: Good anti-friction properties under vacuum and in atmosphere. Operating temperature: -250°C to +1500°C
Mehrere blaue Buchsen mit roter Innenbeschichtung aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Multiple blue bushings with red inner coating from RWG Germany GmbH production

Self-lubricating coatings – PTFE fabric liners

Our Fraslip liner portfolio (types E/EF/F/G/T) covers the following application criteria:

  • Good damping properties
  • Resistant to contamination
  • High static and dynamic load capacity
  • High static / dynamic loads Low / high-dynamic speeds
  • High / low temperatures: -196°C to +315°C
  • Vacuum-compatible
  • Meets requirements according to:
    • SAE AS81819 / 81820 / 81934
    • EN 2755 / 2311
    • ABS2045 and many more
Metallkorb mit kleinen glänzenden Metallteilen, aufgehängt an oranger Halterung in einer Produktionsumgebung | Metal basket with small shiny metal parts hanging from an orange holder in a production setting

Coatings / Plating – Corrosion Protection

  • Zinc-nickel, anodizing, silver, cadmium, phosphating, IVD aluminum
Metallteile in einem Gitterkorb in einer Wärmebehandlungsanlage bei RWG Germany GmbH | Metal parts in a wire basket inside a heat treatment furnace at RWG Germany GmbH

Heat Treatment

  • Surface hardening
    • Case hardening
    • Induction hardening
  • Precipitation hardening
  • Through-hardening
  • Stress-relief annealing
  • Nitriding
  • Tempering

Quality Inspection

Geometry (Dimensions and Shape)

  • Conventional Measurement Methods
  • Coordinate Measurement

Surface Roughness, Hardness, Tensile Strength, Microstructure, Resistance Torque, Bearing Clearance, Non-Destructive Testing (Eddy Current, Barkhausen Noise, Nital Etching)

Nahaufnahme eines grünen Zahnrads aus der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a green gear from RWG Germany GmbH production

Testing / Qualification

Load Testing

  • Static, fatigue, endurance

Environmental influences

  • Salt spray test chamber
  • dust-proof testing

Fabric liner adhesion

Tests & Qualifikation
Nahaufnahme eines Handmessgeräts mit grünem Zifferblatt und der Aufschrift 'ADPSK' bei der Produktfertigung von RWG Germany GmbH | Close-up of a hand-held measuring device with a green dial labeled 'ADPSK' in the product manufacturing of RWG Germany GmbH

Manufacturing Processes

Machining

  • Turning, milling, reaming, honing, drilling, cylindrical grinding, surface grinding, cross hatch grinding, vibratory finishing, polishing, shot blasting

Non-machining

  • Cold forming, thread rolling, bearing roller-swaging, fabric bonding

Marking

  • Laser engraving, electrochemical etching, inkjet

Accompanying processes

  • Ultrasonic cleaning, preservation, lubrication, assembly

Packaging

  • Individual packaging, aluminum composite, plastic/vacuum bags, VCI paper
Metallteil wird in einer CNC-Maschine mit Kühlmittel besprüht und bearbeitet | Metal part being machined in a CNC machine with coolant spray

Do you have any questions?

RWG – Products (EN)