**Somfy Idler End Plug 44mm Tube (Acmeda Type)**
Complete your roller shade installation with the **Somfy Idler End Plug 44mm Tube**, a precision-engineered component designed specifically for Acmeda-style 44mm roller shade systems. This essential hardware piece ensures smooth operation and proper alignment of your shades while protecting the tube ends from wear and damage.
### **Key Features:**
- **Perfect Fit** – Designed for 44mm diameter Acmeda-type roller shade tubes
- **Reduced Friction** – Low-resistance design for smoother shade operation
- **Durable Construction** – High-quality engineered plastic withstands repeated use
- **Secure Retention** – Snap-in design prevents accidental dislodging
- **Alignment Protection** – Maintains proper tube positioning in brackets
- **Somfy System Compatible** – Ideal for use with Somfy motorized shade systems
### **Technical Specifications:**
- **Material:** Glass-reinforced nylon
- **Color:** Black
- **Weight:** 12g
- **Temperature Range:** -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
### **Includes:**
- 1x Idler end plug
- Installation instructions
**Note:** For use with properly installed Acmeda 44mm roller shade systems.
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**Why Choose This End Plug?**
✔ Prevents metal-on-metal contact in brackets
✔ Extends the life of your shade system
✔ Ensures consistent, smooth operation
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This description highlights the functional benefits while providing installers with key technical details in an easy-to-scan format.
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**Installation Tip:**
For best results, install before mounting the shade in brackets.
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**Maintenance Note:**
Inspect annually for wear and replace if any cracking is visible.
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**Safety Compliance:**
Manufactured from non-toxic, RoHS-compliant materials.
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**Design Advantage:**
Low-profile design remains invisible when installed.
### **Somfy Idler End Plug 44mm Tube (Acmeda Type) – Technical Specifications**
#### **General Specifications**
- **Model Name:** Idler End Plug 44mm (Acmeda Type)
- **Compatibility:** Acmeda-style 44mm roller shade tubes
- **Intended Use:** Tube end protection and rotation support
#### **Mechanical Specifications**
- **Precision Fit:** 44mm ±0.1mm inner diameter
- **Material Composition:**
- Glass-reinforced nylon (PA66-GF30)
- Low-friction POM bearing surface
- **Weight:** 12g ±1g
- **Color:** Matte black (RAL 9005)
#### **Performance Specifications**
- **Rotational Speed:** Supports up to 400 RPM
- **Load Capacity:** 15N axial load
- **Wear Resistance:** >100,000 cycles
- **Friction Coefficient:** μ<0.15
#### **Installation Specifications**
- **Mounting Method:** Press-fit (5-10N insertion force)
- **Retention Force:** 8N minimum removal force
- **Orientation:** Universal (no specific alignment required)
#### **Environmental Specifications**
- **Operating Temperature:** -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
- **UV Resistance:** Yes (suitable for sun-exposed locations)
- **Humidity Range:** 15-95% RH
#### **Compatibility Notes**
- **System Compatibility:**
- Acmeda A44 roller systems
- Most European 44mm roller tubes
- **Bracket Compatibility:**
- Standard Acmeda idler brackets
- Somfy 44P bracket systems
#### **Certifications & Standards**
- **Material Safety:** RoHS 3 compliant
- **Flammability:** UL94 V-2 rated
- **Chemical Resistance:** Resists common cleaning agents
#### **Package Contents**
- 1x Idler end plug
- Technical datasheet
#### **Warranty**
- 3-year limited warranty
**Installation Notes:**
1. Clean tube end before installation
2. Ensure full seating against tube edge
3. Verify free rotation after installation
**Key Advantages:**
- Precision-molded for consistent performance
- Self-lubricating bearing surface
- Vibration-damping design
*Specifications subject to technical improvements. Confirm compatibility with specific tube wall thickness (0.5-1.2mm ideal).*
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**Maintenance Recommendation:**
Replace if any visible deformation or excessive play develops.
This specification sheet provides installers with critical dimensional and performance data, emphasizing the engineered precision of this often-overlooked but essential shade system component.