The e-chain® cable carrier system is regarded as a vital link in today's production lines and machinery. The system reliably supplies power, signals and data while in continuous motion. They can be made from different materials, such as steel or polymer, but metal carriers may require regular maintenance depending on their position and application, which can be time-consuming, costly and hazardous. In addition, today's trend towards reducing the weight of machine components has increased the use of lighter polymer cable carriers.
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Cable carriers with better technology and lower cost
igus® offers a 36-month guarantee on the service life of all e-chain® cable carrier products. We can do this thanks to the rigorous testing carried out in the laboratory at our head office in Cologne, Germany.
Upgrade your existing cable carrier system with igus® products. By switching to the e-chain® cable carrier system you can cut costs by 26% and installation time by 88%. On top of these benefits, igus® products offer fast delivery within 24 hours, online service life calculation tools and services for almost every product range, and proven reliability.
1. Small e-chain cable carriers
Miniature cable carriers with the maximum bend radius and minimum dimensions, in one or two parts. They can be opened, or you simply press in and pull the cables out easily.
1.1. E2.1 and E2 micro
The E2 micro e-chain® is a very small, one-piece and two-piece (B07 / B09) e-chain® with low weight, making it ideal for highly flexible applications. The E2 micro e-chain® is stable and comes in many versions. igus® also offers many accessories and mounting options. "Upgrades" of the versions are available for many types; they are interchangeable and can therefore be used as a spare parts package for new mounting options.
Figure 1: E2.1 micro cable carrier
Figure 2: E2 micro cable carrier
Features:
- Inner height: 10.1 to 14.9 mm for the E2.1 micro and 5 to 15.6 mm for the E2 micro.
- Available in three options:
+ Closed
+ Openable from both sides along the inner radius
+ Openable from both sides along the outer radius
- Integrated brake for smooth running.
- Unsupported length 25% longer and weight 100% higher than the original design.
- Optional opening tool to help open and close faster
Typical industrial fields and applications for cable carriers
- General construction machinery
- Models (micro e-chain®),
- Automatic doors
- Vehicles
- Measuring machines
- Electronic equipment
- Handling systems
- Robots
1.2. E-Z chain®
- Z Chains® come in two versions. In the "E" version the cables are laid in from the outside and in the "Z" version from the inside. Shorter installation time is one of the key features of the E-Z Chain®. This range is designed with resilient, sturdy material and is therefore used in many fields. Their one-piece design makes the E-Z Chain® very cost-effective. Because of the lower material rigidity, the E-Z Chain® is not suitable for applications with very high loads.
Figure 3: E-Z chain® cable carrier
Features
- Inner height: 5 to 48.5 mm
- Easy cable laying from the inside (Z version) and the outside (E version)
- Handle cables without opening or closing a cover
- Can be joined together or separated at "any point"
- One-piece chain, cost-effective
- Dirt-resistant outer contour
- Mounting brackets with integrated strain relief available
- Torsional movement can be limited
- Available with interior separators (many types)
- UL94-V2 flammability class
- Suitable for cleanroom applications
1.3. Zipper e-chain®
Open and close quickly with the Zipper e-chain®, thanks to its practicality and performance. The "zip" function shortens installation time. The Zipper range is one of the most popular igus® e-chain® ranges in complex industrial sectors.
Figure 4: Zipper e-chain® cable carrier
Features:
- Inner height: 9 to 32 mm
- Smooth running thanks to the small pitch of the links
- Short installation time: open and close the cover quickly with the zip
- The zip cover can be separated
- Small links for low noise and smooth operation
- High speed: 100 m/s² and above
- Accessories can be separated
2. Medium e-chain cable carriers
The medium e-chain cable carrier meets the standard for mechanical engineering worldwide. All the product improvements made over many years have been combined to create the new generation of the E2 mini series, and with it a new standard has been set. More usable installation space within the same outside dimensions, yet even quieter, with a longer service life and better durability. The E2/000 and E2 mini ranges are the most popular in the medium-load segment.
2.1. E2 mini
The E2 mini is a corrosion-resistant, low-cost carrier available with interior separators to keep cables from twisting and tangling. It can be used in systems with short or long travels, unsupported where space is restricted, as well as in hanging or standing applications involving extremely high acceleration.
Figure 5: E2 mini cable carrier
Features:
- Inner height: 17 to 41 mm
- Small pitch for quiet operation
- High torsional resistance
- Double stop system and large pins for a long service life
- Optimised weight / stability ratio
- Easy to mount
Typical industrial fields and applications
- Construction machinery
- Handling systems
- Packaging machines
- Textile machines
- Vehicle manufacturing
- Woodworking machines
- Glass machines
- Machine building
- General mechanical engineering, etc.
2.2. E2/000 e-chain®
The E2/000 range is the fourth generation of the igus® e-chain® in this size. All our best features go into this series: easy installation, flexibility combined with sturdiness, high stability, low-noise operation, long service life and many mounting options.
Figure 6: E2/000 e-chain®
Features:
- Inner height: 21 to 45 mm
- Opens quickly from the right or the left with a screwdriver or by hand
- Quick installation
- Separators and interior dividers stay secure even when open
- High mechanical stability with a good design and materials delivering a long service life
Typical industrial fields and applications
- General mechanical engineering
- Material handling technology
- Construction machinery and vehicles
- Machine tools
- Glass, plastics and woodworking machines
- Semiconductors
- Stage and entertainment industry
2.3. E-tube
The main job of the E-tube range (enclosed tube) is to protect cables from dirt. It can be opened thanks to a hinge or a removable cover.
Figure 7: E-tube cable carrier
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