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What is the maximum possible travel length?

Marco Thull | 1. July 2019

With igus rol e-chains, travels of 1,200 m and more are possible. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What must I bear in mind if I use hydraulic hoses?

Marco Thull | 1. July 2019

In e-ketten, all media can be guided easily and safely – including hydraulic and water hoses. Ideally, they are laid individually and are allowed 20% extra installation space. Their behaviour under pressure is to be considered when a choice is made, also when the strain relief system and interior separation layout are selected. For such […]

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Are igus e-ketten maintenance-free?

Marco Thull | 1. July 2019

After proper installation and correct adjustment of the cables, the dependable system can be started up. Depending on the application and the travel frequency, occasional visual inspections and re-adjustments of the cables are recommended. Otherwise, the energy chain as such is completely maintenance-free. Vote Up +1 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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How can I reduce the number of cable drums?

Marco Thull | 1. July 2019

All media can be supplied safely and reliably with only one energy chain system. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Will the e-chain function even during cold weather/in combination with snow and ice?

Marco Thull | 1. July 2019

Our energy chains are very robust and even withstand extremely low temperatures below freezing point. Every one of our energy chains is tested in a cold chamber at -40 degrees Celsius in our test laboratory as well as in an outdoor test facility under real conditions. In the event of special requirements, our energy chains […]

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