Contributed by Jody Muelaner Good cable management is vital to the accurate and reliable operation of an industrial robot. Cables that catch and snag will affect the accuracy of a robot. Over time they will result in unplanned maintenance and excessive downtime. Robotic cell integrators have identified cable issues as the most significant cause of […]
Cable management
How do you specify metal cable carriers?
Contributed by Jody Muelaner Cable carriers are essentially hollow chains that enclose electrical cables, as well as hydraulic or pneumatic hoses. They guide and protect the enclosed cables during motion, preventing wear and damage. An important function of cable carriers is to constrain bending to a single plane and to limit the minimum bend radius. […]
How do you specify plastic cable carriers?
Contributed by Jody Muelaner Plastic cable carriers are fitted to machines to protect and guide cables and hoses. Cable carriers are constructed as a chain of rigid plastic sections. These form an articulated rectangular box section through which cables and hoses are inserted. Enclosing the cables and hoses prevents some forms of damage. The articulated […]
Cord clips ensure safe, long-lasting designs
Interpower announces a new optional cord clip for all of its U.S.A.-made 3×18 AWG cords and the 3×18 VCT-F Japanese cords. The new Interpower Cord Clip is constructed of a glass-reinforced Polypropylene compounded resin for molding consistency and retention. The clips are set at an optimal 4.75 inches behind the plug, and are molded in […]
CCSI offers wire harness testing for required cleaning specifications
Custom Cable Solutions, Inc. (CCSI) announced the addition of in-house steam and waterjet testing to confirm harnesses’ overall tape binding, overall shield application, and overall outer covering conforms to type b, class 1, 19207-12465333 cleaning specifications. Mandated to help safeguard troops on the battlefield, the specification verifies assemblies’ compliance with the US Army Land Vehicle […]
Murrplastik cable entry systems from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added more choices to its offering of Murrplastik cable entry systems. The addition of the KDL/D MONO series cable entry system provides the same benefits as the existing KDL/D series in a round frame form. This series allows a cable to be installed through an enclosure or other bulkhead surfaces, with the added […]
New triflex TRX energy supply system revolutionizes 3D motion of robots
To ensure that cables on industrial robots can be guided in motion safely, easily and compactly, igus has now developed the four-dimensional triflex TRX energy chain. The new design study replaces classic robot hose packages and retraction systems. Notably, it offers a 40% retraction length ensured by a unique telescopic mechanism inside the chain. This […]
Energy chain helps Canadian potash rig remain operational in extreme winter weather
By Scott Parker, Product Manager for energy chain systems in Canada, igus Mining industry rigs rely on service loops as the heart of their operations. The loops include cables for electricity, hydraulics, and pneumatics, and need to work in all types of weather and conditions. If there is a hiccup in the heartbeat, whether it is […]
ABB provides Ty-Rap cable ties for NASA Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover Mission
As NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover explores its new planetary home after landing on February 18, it’s operating with the world’s most advanced technology while being equipped with Ty-Rap cable ties from ABB, the same ties that are widely used on earth. Found in buildings, subways, the deepest oceans and outer space, ABB’s Ty-Rap cable ties […]
Surface-mounted cable holder for PCB-mounted, bonded or snapped designs
With the WA-SMCH (Surface Mounted Cable Holder), Würth Elektronik introduces an innovative, space-saving replacement for PCB-mounted, bonded or snapped cable holders intended to accommodate cable ties. The automatically mountable and solderable holder made of tin-plated phosphor bronze offers a very stable fastening solution with a holding force up to 370 N. Cables or cable ties […]
