Continuous-Flex Cables feature over-molded connectors.

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Chainflex(TM) CF.INI Cables include sensor/actuator cord set for process automation applications. Insulation and jacket are made from flexible, anti-abrasive thermoplastic polymer containing fire retardants. Non-porous TPE outer jacket also provides chemical resistance. With temperature range of -31 to +212°F, Chainflex CF.INI Cables come with straight or right angle connectors. Over-molded, thermal-plastic connector body is sealed to prevent intrusion of water.



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Chainflex Continuous-flex Cables Now Available with Over-molded Connectors



EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - May 23, 2006 - Igus® Inc., the leading developer of Energy Chain® cable carriers, Chainflex® continuous-flex cables and iglide® plastic bearings, now offers Chainflex cables with over-molded connectors. Chainflex CF.INI increases the variety of options available to Chainflex customers by adding an easy to specify sensor/actuator cord set for process automation applications to igus' line of high-flex cables.

Chainflex cables are designed for use in cable carrier systems on automated machinery. The outer jacket of every Chainflex cable is extruded over the conductors for a snug fit. Chainflex CF.INI is based on Chainflex CF9 which has an extremely tight bend radius of five times the outer diameter. This is due to the thin-wall design of both the conductor insulation and the outer jacket.

The insulation and jacket of Chainflex CF.INI are made from flexible, anti-abrasive thermoplastic polyester containing fire retardants for increased resistance. It also has a non-porous TPE outer jacket that provides superior chemical resistance. Chainflex CF.INI can withstand severe weather conditions with an approved temperature range of -31 to +212 degrees Fahrenheit.

The low-profile, over-molded thermal-plastic connector body with integral strain relief is sealed to prevent the intrusion of water. The connectors are available as straight or right-angle configurations. They also have the option of industry standard M8 or M12 connectors in three, four and five pole configurations.

Chainflex CF.INI incurs high mechanical strength from connector coupling rings constructed with rugged, nickel-plated brass. It is available with visible LED indicators to facilitate maintenance checks and reviews of system status and performance.

Chainflex cables are available in more than 600 sizes and styles. The line ranges from power and control cables to air hoses, data cables, servo cables and fiber optic cables. Chainflex cables are the ideal partner to Energy Chain cable carriers. Igus offers full harnessing services. ReadyChain is a preassembled cable carrier with cable carrier, cables, connectors, mounting brackets and accessories. Customers receive a complete out-of-the-box solution: no assembly required. ReadyChain can reduce manufacturing costs and decreases assembly time.

Please contact igus for availability, sizes and delivery times.

About igus
Igus Inc., founded in 1985 and based in East Providence, R.I., develops and manufactures industry-leading plastic cable carriers, continuous-flex cables, plastic bearings and linear guide systems. With more than 28,000 products available from stock, the company meets the motion control and machinery component needs of customers worldwide. Product lines include Energy Chain Systems ® to protect and house moving cables, Chainflex continuous-flex cables, iglide self-lubricating, oil-free, plastic bearings, DryLin ® linear guide systems and igubal ® spherical bearings. For more information, contact igus at (800) 521-2747 or visit www.igus.com.

igus, Energy Chain, Chainflex, iglide, Energy Chain System, DryLin and igubal are registered trademarks of igus Inc.

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