igus launches energy chain with 600-degree rotation for industrial robots
The new power chain is designed for industrial applications such as palletizing. Source: igus Motion plastics leader igus GmbH has announced a new self-supporting twisterchain energy chain that it said delivers reliable cable management through rotation angles of more than 600° on compact industrial robots. This rotary module sits in a sag around the robot base. As the robot rotates, it lifts step by step to a new level, enabling full 360° rotation without colliding with the connector plate, igu
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A motion plastics company has announced a new energy chain designed for industrial robots that can rotate more than 600 degrees while managing power and data cables. The product addresses two specific robotics challenges: providing reliable power supply to compact robots that perform tasks like screwing and assembly, and preventing hoses from colliding with tools on the fifth axis of palletizing robots. The self-supporting chain requires only two connection points for installation and allows cables to follow full rotations safely without needing guide troughs or complicated alignment. Key features include openings at the inner radius for easy cable insertion, removable shelves for cable separation, and adjustable pretension that can be tuned to cable weight and rotation angle.
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