Energy chain news

Permanent innovations - energy supply of the future

We at igus specialise in wear-resistant, lubrication-free and low-maintenance components made of high-performance plastics for moving applications of all kinds. Every year, we introduce a large number of new innovations that ensure the considerable, steady growth and sustainable corporate success of igus GmbH. The focus of these many new products and product range additions is particularly on specific applications that we can improve technically and/or solve more cost-effectively, true to our slogan "Tech up, Cost down". In addition to concrete, tested new products, we also regularly present design studies, i.e. ideas that have been moulded into initial drafts in order to sound out market potential. Here, too, there is usually already a specific challenge/application in the background.
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Energy chains top highlights

4-year guarantee on energy chains

Unique: 4 years guaranteed!

The unique e-chain guarantee is now extended to four years. With the clear statements on the guaranteed service life, you as a customer gain additional planning security for your complete energy supply solution from igus.
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For robots in dry cleanrooms

For robots in dry cleanrooms

The triflex energy chain TRC.40.058.0.ESD in combination with the associated fibre-rod system is the first three-dimensionally movable energy supply for dry room applications.
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Office Chain OCO

Office Chain OCO

Top design energy supply for moving desks. Organised cable guidance is mandatory for moving desks. With the new OCO.32.37.0, it's a piece of cake.
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Product recognition iDentify

Product recognition iDentify

NEW: Now with width detection for the E2.38 series

Identifying spare parts made easy. igus AI-supported spare-part recognition identifies spare parts quickly and easily. The spare part is identified directly on site via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The goal is to reduce the search time and always get the right spare part.► Find out more
 
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Solutions for standard energy chains

Energy chain series E2C.38

Energy chain series E2C.38

More space for hydraulics | Strong and cost-effective
One-piece, non-openable, integrated brake. 20% more fill weight and 25% more unsupported length (compared to the E2/000 series).
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Accessories for the E2.1

Accessories for the E2.1

Modular, flexible, simple and cost-effective
New mounting brackets for the E2.26 and E2.38, damper clip for the E2i.48, new crossbars E2.26F and E2.38F.
Accessories for the E2.1
Magsnap for E2i.15

Magsnap for E2i.15

Space-saving guidance without a trough
For vertical hanging applications where a guide trough is not possible for space reasons. Magnets hold the e-chain in the specified direction and "fix" it to the metal wall.
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E4Q.58L

Energy chain E4Q.L

Strength with lightweight feature
Based on the successful E4Q, the first sizes of an L version are now available.
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E4Q series

New accessories for the e-chain E4Q series

Expansion of the E4Q modular system
Numerous new products for the E4Q series, from the new locking separator to TUB tabs and universal interior separation.
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triflex TRE.85

triflex TRE.85

Stronger connection with simplified assembly and disassembly
Newly adapted connection principle of the pin/bore connection for new possibilities in the area of multi-dimensional energy supply. The advantage: even higher tensile forces and simpler and faster assembly/disassembly.
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Energy chain series YR.42

Energy chain series YR.42

Strong, vibration-resistant and compact
50% stronger than pure plastic energy chains and 50% lighter than pure steel drag chains. No rivets, no screws. Now available as energy tubes
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Energy chain series YR.56

Energy chain series YR.56

Strong, vibration-resistant and compact
50% stronger than pure plastic energy chains and 50% lighter than pure steel drag chains. No rivets, no screws. Now available as energy tubes.
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Energy chain series YE.28

Energy chain series YE.28

Best mix of plastic and steel
Maximum stability: steel plates absorb the force of the fixed stop-dogs of the plastic inner and outer links. Easy, fast installation of the YE.28 thanks to the YE series plug-in system. No screws or rivets necessary.
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Mounting bracket for the YEHD.108/YEHD.112

Mounting bracket for the YEHD.108/YEHD.112

Precise chain lengths
Mounting brackets for the YEHD.108 and YEHD.112 can now be
also ordered for an even number of links. Realise precise travel lengths. Cost down with chain lengths designed precisely for the application
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Cleanroom solutions

Energy chain series C6

Energy chain series C6

The series offering the highest cleanroom requirements is now available in three inner heights: 29, 38 and 53mm. Optimised with the crossbars-every-link design in the outer radius and as standard with crossbars plus interior separation made of iglidur J.
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e-skin soft SKS28

e-skin soft SKS28

More space for small rooms
The series for the highest cleanroom requirements, now available in three inner heights: 29, 38 and 53mm. Optimised with the crossbars-every-link design in the outer radius and as standard with crossbars plus interior separation made of iglidur J.
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e-skin flat

e-skin flat

Maximum modularity | in six sizes
By combining different single pod sizes, the e-skin flat allows you to utilise the smallest installation spaces effectively. Three additional variants for further flexibility: size SKF10 in openable and closed versions, plus the SKF15 now in openable version.
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e-skin flat

e-skin flat layer holder

Straight run guaranteed
The layer holder guides several layers of the e-skin flat straight in the track, even with very long unsupported lengths. The e-skin flat layers thus remain on top of each other and can utilise the unsupported specifications of the e-skin® flat with support chains, even if these are not installed in every layer.
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Mounting bracket for e-skin flat single pods

Mounting bracket for e-skin flat single pods

Securely fasten individual pods
Single pods of the e-skin flat system can now also be easily attached and strain-relieved. This means that individual cables can be guided separately from each other in a pod after the movement, or single pods can be used to organise a string of cables for the smallest movements.
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e-skin soft ESD

e-skin soft ESD

ESD protection for cleanroom ISO 1
Proven e-skin soft now made of dissipative material. This prevents the formation of electrostatic fields and the abrupt discharge caused by the movement of the black e-skin soft due to the material. The e-skin soft ESD is suitable for the highest cleanroom class, with a small installation space.
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e-skin ring interior separation

e-skin ring interior separation SK24.3.H.5

Minimise cable abrasion
The ring interior separation enables clean distribution of the cables and hoses with minimal abrasion, as it is made of the tribo-optimised plastic iglidur J. This has proven itself in numerous tests and applications as the best glide surface for any cable jacket or hose material.
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Mounting bracket for the e-skin soft 20

Reinforced mounting bracket for the e-skin soft 20

Connect more flexibly
Larger, reinforced mounting bracket as an extension of the accessory options for the smallest e-skin soft. Can be integrated very flexibly thanks to the additional bushings in front of the head.
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Clean SCARA Cable Solution

Clean SCARA Cable Solution

Cleanroom-compatible for high-speed SCARA applications
Based on the certified cleanroom Clean SCARA Cable Solution size SKS20, a solution with the next larger e-skin, the SKS24, has now also been built. The swivel-mounted connections enable use up to ISO class 2 (IPA-certified, in size SKS20).
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Special solutions

e-tract 3.0

e-tract 3.0 cable retraction system

Compact system, easy to integrate
The e-tract for the charging station, reduced to the retraction unit. With mounting holes for easy integration into housings and charging stations.
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e-tract DC

e-tract DC

Optimum protection for charging cables
Cable retraction system for neat cable management at the quick-charging station.
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e-spool 4.0

e-spool 4.0

Guide more load faster in the tightest of spaces
Guide many different cables in the tightest of spaces, now for 100% more fill weight at higher speeds. Different media and diameters guided in one system.
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e-spool flex light

e-spool flex light 2.0

For particularly cost-effective integration | maximised to the minimum
The igus variant of a cable drum without slip ring, for cable diameters from 5mm to 15mm. Intended for integration into existing customer structures.
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Multi-cable e-spool

Multi-cable e-spool

Two cables, no slip ring
With the new multi-cable e-spool, up to two cables can be unwound seven metres without a slip ring. Compact, space-saving, lightweight. Available in two sizes: for 2m and 7m extension length.
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guidelok swing - self-adhesive version

guidelok swing - self-adhesive version

Compact solution, super-fast assembly
The compact solution for cable guidance on jib cranes with a travel of up to 10 metres.
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Online configurations

Strain relief configurator

Strain relief configurator

The right strain relief with just a few clicks. Unique design tool leads to proper strain relief and thus a longer service life of the overall system.
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Service life calculator

Service life calculator

With the clear statements on the guaranteed service life, you as a customer gain additional planning security for your complete energy supply solution from igus.
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Robot equipment configurator

Robot equipment configurator

Configure your energy supply quickly and easily. Over 500 robot models from 14 manufacturers can be configured. Time-saving thanks to simple and clear menu navigation. Several 10,000 call-ups per year. 
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