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How can you replace the cables in the e-loop?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

The e-loop combines the advantages of a plastic e-chain with those of a high-tensile Dyneema rope. Ideal for three-dimensional movements. The tensile forces are absorbed by the rope and passed through the mounting brackets into the support structure. As a result, the cables are completely free of strain. The cable replacement is very simple: Unhook, […]

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What are the things to consider when installing a gliding application?

Marco Thull | 5. July 2019

Almost every application for “long travels” has to be considered individually. As guidelines, a manual on this topic has been provided by igus for free as download . However, we recommend consulting with a service technician to select the right solution for your exact application. With more than 30,000 gliding applications, igus has the necessary […]

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What is the upper run of an energy chain?

Marco Thull | 5. July 2019

The upper run is the upper part of an energy chain. In a horizontal linear motion, the length of the upper run changes continuously. For this reason, the maximum unsupported upper run length must be taken into account in a horizontal application. This depends on the chain series, the additional load and the max. speed/acceleration. […]

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What is the maximum tensile force of the e-loop?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

The e-loopcombines the advantages of a plastic e-chain with those of a high-tensile Dyneema rope. Ideal for three-dimensional movements. The tensile forces are absorbed by the rope and passed through the mounting brackets into the support structure. As a result, the cables are completely free of strain. The maximum tensile force is 50 kN Vote […]

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Do energy chains influence the energy efficiency of the entire system over long paths?

Marco Thull | 5. July 2019

Energy chain systems not only transport energy, data and media to machinery and equipment. They also have an influence on their energy costs. How much pull and push force, in other words drive power, is required at a given speed to move an energy chain? How light but at the same time sturdy must energy […]

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