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chainflex lasts... in dynamic applications.

rhabering@igus.de chainflex is unique From the customer s point of view, a flexible energy supply system only needs to function properly.

In extreme cases, failures caused by corkscrews and core ruptures brought the entire production process to a standstill and resulted in high costs igus was the first company to develop complete e-

Based on the increasing know-how gained since 1989 and on the very sophisticated series of tests that have been conducted since then, design principles were and are still being created that help

2 chainflex lasts... in dynamic applications... The tricks and ingenious features of the chainflex design and why we feel so confident about this design Richard Habering Global Product Manager chainflex Phone: chainflex is unique From the customer s point of view, a flexible energy supply system only needs to function properly. However, this demand presupposes the perfect operation of all components, including the cables being used in this system. And this is exactly where problems came up in the early 1980s. In extreme cases, failures caused by corkscrews and core ruptures brought the entire production process to a standstill and resulted in high costs igus was the first company to develop complete e- chainsystems. chainflex cables and e-chains are tested and optimized in conjunction. Based on the increasing know-how gained since 1989 and on the very sophisticated series of tests that have been conducted since then, design principles were and are still being created that help prevent machine downtimes in factories throughout the world today. chainflex are the special cables for energy chain systems More sophisticated applications with high number of cycles, speeds and accelerations, as well as adverse environmental conditions require reliable cables in the energy supply system. A high EMC safety and the compliance of standards and regulations such as UL, CSA or VDE is necessary. A reliable function of bus properties in the area of Profibus, Profinet or Ethernet are required.. Ultimately, our customers expect a consistent response to different forms of movement, because they require the same electrical characteristics in both long linear chains and small torsional movements. It is our mission to guarantee this worldwide and nonstop 7 basic rules for a good cable for use in e-chains In over 2 billion test cycles per year in igus own chainflex test lab (1750 m²) we have been gaining a unique level of knowledge of cables in the area of e-chains. This is what our rules for extremely long-lasting cables are based on. 1. strain-relieving centre element 2. optimized strand wire 3. high-quality core insulation 4. stranding with short pitch length 5. gusset-filled extruded inner jacket 6. shielding with optimized shield braiding angle 7. abrasion-resistant outer jacket, pressure extruded 2 3

1030 chainflex types... Available from stock.

Shielded or unschielded Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE Data cables For travels up to 400 m Optimized shields

Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE UL- and NFPA79 approval Fiber optical cables Bending radii up to 5 x d

The igus delivery service: from 24h or today The goods leave igus within 24 hrs.

From stock No minimum order value No minimum order quantity No cutting costs Delivery and consultation daily

Order tracking in the Internet Invoices and confirmations by post, fax, or email Round-the-clock emergency

Servo cables Abrasion-optimized With inner-jacket for high dynamics Jacket materials: PVC, PUR Motor cables

3 1030 chainflex types... Available from stock... igus cable range for all movements and electrical requirements Control cables Bending radii up to 4 x d Shielded or unschielded Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE Data cables For travels up to 400 m Optimized shields with high cover Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE Bus cable Profibus, Profinet, CAN-Bus, Ethernet, CAT6, USB Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE UL- and NFPA79 approval Fiber optical cables Bending radii up to 5 x d Plastic and glass fibers Jacket materials: PUR, TPE igus delivery service Ordered today, delivered tomorrow The igus delivery service: from 24h or today The goods leave igus within 24 hrs. On request we can deliver via express or special delivery. From stock No minimum order value No minimum order quantity No cutting costs Delivery and consultation daily from 7-20 h and Saturdays from 8-12 h! Order tracking in the Internet Invoices and confirmations by post, fax, or Round-the-clock emergency service Measuring system cables For high dynamics For 20 drive manufacturers Jacket materials: PVC, PUR, TPE Servo cables Abrasion-optimized With inner-jacket for high dynamics Jacket materials: PVC, PUR Motor cables Shielded and unshielded For extreme applications Jacket materials: PVC, TPE 75% of all cables can be delivered from stock with UL Torsion-resistant cables ± 180 at 3 mill./m With UL and CSA Jacket materials: PUR, TPE Special cables Cables with high tensile strength With special approvals for the rail sector Jacket materials: PUR, TPE 4 5

Your chainflex. in 3 minutes. from 300 m. in 3 weeks.

configurations Find, configure and order chainflex

de Use the product finder to find all relevant chainflex cables specifically for your application. igus.

and delivered within 3 weeks at daily updated prices. igus.

igus.eu/cf-lifetime Calculation of the copper surcharge updated daily. igus.

required cable for your e-chain with the chainflex custom cable... configured in only 3 minutes... from 300 m.

Based on the new production system chainflex SFP, igus can now produce and deliver an almost endless

4 Your chainflex. in 3 minutes. from 300 m. in 3 weeks.. Process-oriented solutions We will find the right cable for your application Online selection and configurations Find, configure and order chainflex cables easily at Use the product finder to find all relevant chainflex cables specifically for your application. igus.eu/quickcable With the special cable configurator, individual cables from 300 m can be ordered in 3 minutes and delivered within 3 weeks at daily updated prices. igus.eu/eu/ccc Calculate the service life of your chainflex cable with the QuickLife service life predictor. igus.eu/cf-lifetime Calculation of the copper surcharge updated daily. igus.eu/eu/ccc chainflex online shop: Select and order highly flexible cables for energy supply systems directly online. igus.eu/eu/chainflexshop Desired cable in 3 minutes with the chainflex custom cable configurator Create the required cable for your e-chain with the chainflex custom cable... configured in only 3 minutes... from 300 m... delivered in 3 weeks! Based on the new production system chainflex SFP, igus can now produce and deliver an almost endless variety of individual special cables for the customer within short time and in tested igus quality. Thereby, igus combines the tested chainflex quality with the individual requirements of their customers in the over 1,750 m² large igus lab. This is called chainflex CC, CC denoting custom cable. The new online tool thereby offers the option to select the cable type the structure the shield the jacket material the color and the individual printing. igus.eu/eu/ccc We will be glad to visit you for a personal discussion and advise you about your customized application on site. 6 7

5 igus lab and development... 1,750 m 2 lab... more than 700 cable tests... 2 bill. test cycles... Reliability through practical experience... Test for combined movements: Simulation of complex movements in robotic applications Media tests: Test of durability of chemical interferences in motion Quality Assurance: Continous batch testing to ensure the quality level Special design for special solutions Rotation tests: Ambitious chain applications with small radii Frost test of cables and e-chains at -40 C 8 9

batch test Direct comparison with competitors Long-term tests Travels up to 12.

cables in standardized tests Uniform setup for objective assessment ± 180 /m 10 test setups at

6 igus lab and development... Linear movements in short and long travels Torsional movements Test of servo cables Permanent batch test Direct comparison with competitors Long-term tests Travels up to 12.6 m in the interior, up to 120 m in the outdoor area Variable speed and acceleration Torsion cables in standardized tests Uniform setup for objective assessment ± 180 /m 10 test setups at the same time Up to 50 test cables Shield testing and optimization Continuous monitoring CFROBOT mill. ± 180 /m Constant load test in the smallest radii Serial test of twisterband solutions CFLG.2LB.50/125 tested with 35.2 mill. double strokes at 4.35 x d CF INI 4 cables with > 1.2 mill. cycles with 3,000 CF in a radius of 18 mm 69.3 mill. double strokes 10 11

Test Intention: Client: Order-Info: Customer/ No.: igus GmbH, Spicher Str.1a, 51147 Köln Series / No: CFROBOT5.

0 Cable length [m]: 50,0 e-chain radius [mm]: 145 Cycle [ /m]: ±180 Optical check: Acceleration a [ /s]: 60 Function check: Velocity v [m/s]: 0,5 Standard measuring:

..) Checklist for the experimental preparations additional inscription/label at all wires strain reliefs at both ends of the chain correct electrical connection of all

2011 Copy 1 Test Lab Copy 2 Client For internal use only 3 The managing data show the results of the accomplished examinations.

certain targeted application, since the examinations on laboratory conditions took place.

Finally we recommend user-specific measurements under genuine operating conditions. igus lab and development.

series Fault analysis of existing designs Optimization of the cable routing Precise and detailed analysis of the cable parts All components of a cable are individually

Torsion in machine feedthroughs Combined motions Combination of various media Automatic measuring Permanent measuring Automatic Reliably Reliability through optimization

7 Test Intention: Client: Order-Info: Customer/ No.: igus GmbH, Spicher Str.1a, Köln Series / No: CFROBOT5.501 Installation type: ±180 Customer test: Yes No Development test: Yes No Technical data Target & Examination e-chain type: TRC Cable length [m]: 50,0 e-chain radius [mm]: 145 Cycle [ /m]: ±180 Optical check: Acceleration a [ /s]: 60 Function check: Velocity v [m/s]: 0,5 Standard measuring: Ambient temperature [ C]: approx. 25 C AutΩMeS: Experimental setup (Sketch, Photo...) Checklist for the experimental preparations additional inscription/label at all wires strain reliefs at both ends of the chain correct electrical connection of all wires radius was marked at the cables and the energy chain QM F/ Original CF D&T Ch. Mittelstedt/Versuch/ Copy 1 Test Lab Copy 2 Client For internal use only 3 The managing data show the results of the accomplished examinations. With all data it still acts neither around one or more warranties of certain characteristics around one or more warranties regarding the suitability of a product for a certain targeted application, since the examinations on laboratory conditions took place. The warranty of certain characteristics of the products and/or their suitability for a certain application requires writing in the confirmation of order. Finally we recommend user-specific measurements under genuine operating conditions. igus lab and development... Reliability in your application Elaborate analysis and documentation Special chain setups Service life statements for special chain movements Reliability for the series Fault analysis of existing designs Optimization of the cable routing Precise and detailed analysis of the cable parts All components of a cable are individually taken apart and assessed Documentation as photo Measuring of elements Analysis of fault patterns Assessment up to wire strength Torsional movements without chain guide Torsion in machine feedthroughs Combined motions Combination of various media Automatic measuring Permanent measuring Automatic Reliably Reliability through optimization with plain bearing guides High-speed application for millions of cycles Test-Report chainflex page 1 of 2 Test No.: 3105 In test 3105 we want to investigate the lifespan of the new chainflex LWL cable for torsion applications. Name: Rainer Rössel Team: chainflex Date: Abrasion tests Optimization of braid designs Service life guarantees Target [cycles]: Lifespan 1. Construction: The following pictures show the test laboratory and test machine, the 10fach-Torsion. Ascertainment of maintenance intervals Test certificate for every test Roller test stand with variable loads Tensile test up to 5,000 N 12 13

Cable assembly... harnessed e-chains... Capacity for 600,000 assembled cables a year......more than 18,000 test programs...1,800 test adapters.

Control Techniques Danaher Motion ELAU Fagor Fanuc readycable in 24-48h or today igus offers more than 2240 harnessed cables for drive systems

Servo, Power and Signal-/encoder cables No cutting costs, no minimum order quantity, no costs for packaging Cable length according to customer

eu/readycable readychain Ready-to-fit assembled systems in 3-10 days 700 systems per week in 11 readychain companies around the world

variations Utilize igus manufacturing capacities and our know-how in cable assembly Reduce the number of suppliers (one order, one invoice, one

readychain.eu Heidenhain Jetter Lenze LTi DRiVES NUM Omron Rexroth SEW Siemens Stöber QuickPin 2.

3,500 connector components, order immediately and generate eplan electric P8 macro. igus.

8 Cable assembly... harnessed e-chains... Capacity for 600,000 assembled cables a year......more than 18,000 test programs...1,800 test adapters... Assembled energy supply systems, connectors and cables from igus all from a single source Allen Bradley B&R Baumüller Beckhoff Berger Lahr Control Techniques Danaher Motion ELAU Fagor Fanuc readycable in 24-48h or today igus offers more than 2240 harnessed cables for drive systems according to 20 different manufacturers. Professionally manufactured, 100 % tested. Servo, Power and Signal-/encoder cables No cutting costs, no minimum order quantity, no costs for packaging Cable length according to customer requirements Smallest bending radii from 7.5 x d Reduce storage cost and increase cashflow igus.eu/readycable readychain Ready-to-fit assembled systems in 3-10 days 700 systems per week in 11 readychain companies around the world assembly-optmized and raise your cash-flow Reduces your storage costs Cut your throughput times from days to hours Respond flexibly to order variations Utilize igus manufacturing capacities and our know-how in cable assembly Reduce the number of suppliers (one order, one invoice, one delivery) One partner for minimal machine downtimes All readychain components are subject to an extensive quality control and function testing readychain.eu Heidenhain Jetter Lenze LTi DRiVES NUM Omron Rexroth SEW Siemens Stöber QuickPin 2.0 connector-cable configurator directly integrated in eplan Configure your cable online in only three minutes from over 1,030 chainflex types and 3,500 connector components, order immediately and generate eplan electric P8 macro. igus.eu/quickpin QuickFluid hose cable configurator Choose from 28 types of hydraulic and industrial hoses, tubes and hose cables as well as a total of 200 fittings and configure your individual hose cable in few minutes. igus.eu/quickfluid readychain assembly rack Save 80% at prototyping. Assembly transport rack for ready-to-install energy supply systems. 14 readychain Basic readychain Standard readychain Premium 15

9 /20h Ordering and deliveries weekdays from 7.00 am to 8.00 pm, Saturday from 8.00 am to pm. No minimum order quantities, no surcharges. Quick delivery. Phone Fax -222 /24 Buy online 24 hrs! More catalogs and brochures online ISO 9001 : 2008 ISO/TS : 2009* In the sector of energy chains * with cables and assembly as well as plastic plain bearings, igus is certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 : 2008 and ISO/TS : 2009*. /ready Ask for fully harnessed and preassembled readychains increase your cash-flow and profit immediately igus GmbH Spicher Straße 1a Cologne Germany Phone: Fax info@igus.eu MAT Issue 03/2013 Subject to technical alterations *from 01/04/2013

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