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. , 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
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igus® Inc. offers a line of continuous-flex, drive cables for Allen Bradley "MP series" industrial automation systems. The Chainflex cables have industry-standard military style circular connectors...
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igus® Inc. offers Chainflex CFBUS cables for bus systems. The CFBUS series supports Profibus, DeviceNet, Interbus, Can-Bus, Firewire, USB and Ethernet industrial networks. Designed to flex for...
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Chainflex continuous-flex cables are designed for flexing applications on automated machinery and are the perfect partner for an Energy Chain® cable carrier. They eliminate corkscrewing, conductor...
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The System E6 range comprises low-noise, vibration-free Energy Chains®—ideal for printing machinery, measurement equipment, and clean rooms. Short pitch and link design reduce noise and...
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igus® offers Chainflex® CF9 and CF10 control cables, which are now available with UL and CSA approval. CF9 and CF10 control cables were developed for demanding dynamic applications featuring high...
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ReadyChain preassembled cable carriers include Energy Chain®, Chainflex® cables, connectors, mounting brackets, strain relief and accessories, as required. Eliminate your "to do" list with one vendor,...
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Triflex® R cable carriers are designed for 6-axis robotic applications where cables need to be guided in all three dimensions and around complex configurations. The robot cable carriers are simple to...
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igus offers a mini plain bearing as part of its line of igubal® spherical bearings. It requires minimal installation space and can be supplied immediately ex-stock. The self-aligning bearing is light...
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igus Inc.—the leading developer of high-performance plastic machine components for the motion control industry—offers fully downloadable 2D and 3D CAD files at the click of a button.
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Specifically developed and manufactured for application in dynamic cable and hose carrier systems, these premium LIFE LINE cables from KabelSchlepp set a new standard in material quality, flexibility...
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