Shielded Robot Cable resists high levels of torsion.
Press Release Summary:
Chainflex® CF Robot twistable cable can handle 3 million torsional movements to ±270°. Designed for robotic and non-robotic applications, it features torsion-resistant tin-plated copper shield sheath, with outer sheath material being high-grade TPE mixture. System is suited for use with Triflex® R cable carrier, which protects moving cables and hoses on 6-axis robots and can twist up to 380°/yd.
Original Press Release:
Twist and Shout: Igus Lauches New Torsion-Resistant Robot Cable
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - March 19, 2009 - Cable carrier expert, igus®, has developed a shielded robot cable for applications involving high levels of torsion. Chainflex® CF Robot is designed for both robotic and non-robotic applications, such as rotary tables or spindle drives that have to be supplied with high power levels.
In contrast to conventional braided copper shields, which are counter-wound, a torsion-resistant tin-plated copper shield sheath is used with CF Robot. The forces affected on the cable by any torsional movement are largely absorbed by sliding and buffer elements between the sheath, shield and insulation. This prevents early failure of the shield. The outer sheath material is a high-grade TPE mixture with particularly good wear properties. The twistable cable has already been tested in the igus technical center through more than three million torsional movements to +/- 270 degrees.
CF Robot is an ideal companion to igus' Triflex® R cable carrier, which is designed to protect moving cables and hoses on 6-axis robots used in demanding industrial environments. Triflex R is able to move through all axes and can twist up to 380 degrees per yard, enabling easy movement through complex configurations. The smooth, tubular design also permits the cable carrier to glide around the exterior of a robot without catching.
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 70,000 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, Chainflex, Triflex, Energy Chain Systems, iglide, DryLin and igubal are registered trademarks of igus Inc. All other company names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
