igus plane-chain energy chain

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Energy chain manufacturer igus has developed the plane-chain, an energy chain concept for long travels and high speeds. With a side-mounted e-chain in a specially designed guide trough, the system is said to ensure a compact and failsafe energy and data supply.

The advantage of the side mounting is that the designer saves space due to the low installation height. The convex bathtub shape of the trough allows the E6 series e-chain to travel securely in two recessed channels. The stainless steel trough with its low friction factor ensures a long service life of the chain. For additional sound insulation of the system, a special plastic insulating layer can be used on the outside of the trough. Due to the lightweight components, the e-chain solution can be easily mounted below the ceiling for linear robots.

Completely enclosed plane-chains are also available on request. Thus, no objects can get in from the outside, significantly increasing reliability. In addition to the application potential of the plane-chain for automation, the concept in enclosed form is also suitable for the energy supply on cranes, because cables and e-chains within the corrosion-free troughs are protected from damage caused by wind and weather.