Applications: Non-metallic Balls /
Specialty Balls

Hartford Technologies precision specialty
balls are used in medical devices worldwide,
in applications ranging from IV administration
to surgical tools. Materials include glass and
plastic balls as well as 302, 304, and 304L
stainless steel balls. Strictest attention is
paid to ball cleaning in an industry where
cleanliness is critical.

Application:
Metering device for IV fluid flow

Products:
3/16" Precision glass balls

Benefits:
Lower cost, reduced weight

In this application, a 316 stainless steel ball was originally used.
It offered excellent corrosion resistance and strength for the
application and was readily available. Because of the minimal
requirement for strength, however, it was determined
that non-metallic balls could be used instead.

Glass offered high corrosion resistance, more than adequate strength,
lower cost, and was approximately one-third the weight. The finish of the
ball was a ground finish to ensure the product would be visible during the
assembly process.

Application:
Surgical Suturing Device

Products:
6mm engineered plastic ball with a drilled hole

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Hartford Technologies Applications PDF Library

Hartford Technologies is known to its customers for our ability to tackle
almost any rolling motion application. Below you will find applications that
demonstrate both our innovation and versatility. All are in PDF format for
quick downloading. To access a bulletin, simply click on the link.

Description

• All-plastic Roller Bearing for Wash-down Conveyor Systems
• Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner Bearings
• Thrust Washer Roller Bearing Assembly
• Hollow Plastic Balls
• Seat Track Bearing Assemblies
• Seating Products

Hartford Technologies is a leading American manufacturer of balls / bearings for medical devices, specialty balls,
and non-metallic balls, with manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and China.  We provide comprehensive value-added
services, including application engineering and inventory management, to a customer base that spans automotive to
medical, leisure products to agriculture.

Hartford customers include leading OEMs, and diverse, specialized manufacturers on four continents.  Our commitment
is to combine technical innovation with agility, responsiveness and institutional strength - strength that comes from a
conservative management team, global manufacturing and logistics capability, and more than 80 years of leadership.

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