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Category: Energy chains

Are there special energy chains with “Hygienic Design”?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Especially for the packaging, food and beverage industry special requirements are called for in the design of energy chains. These must be, for example, always easy to clean. The igus® energy chain series TH3 has been specially developed to meet these requirements. Their design is intended for efficient cleaning. In addition, there is no friction […]

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What are the maximum speeds for long travels?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Travel speeds up to 5m/s in continuous operation are possible and in use on current applications. Even higher speeds are possible in special cases. For example, e-chain from the E4 system achieve speeds of 22 m/s and accelerations of 784 m/s2 in crash test units. However, these only require a few thousand cycles a year. […]

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What is the continuous operating temperature of e-chains?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Our energy chains are made of the material igumid. For certain applications or requirements, the material is extended with additional functions. These materials then differ in their fields of application. Also, the continuous operating temperatures are different. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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How do I balance alignment tolerances from my travel to the guide trough?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

The igus balancing unit FTA for gliding applications with energy chains. The floating moving end provides compensation for moving end arms with strong lateral offset. As a result, the energy chain operates neatly without force in the guide trough. This ensures a reduction of wear. The service life of the application is thus extended many […]

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Can igus energy chains be used in the refrigeration sector?

Marco Thull | 3. July 2019

Yes, all igus energy chain materials can be used for continuous use down to -40°C. Vote Up +1 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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