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Adjustable retraction system for cable guidance for Multi-axis robot applications
From small welding robots to large palletizing robots,
energy chain specialist igus GmbH offers
rapid-assembly echain packages for all applications.
Now the Cologne company has developed
a new „RSP“ adjustable retraction system for secure
cable guidance, which can also be used for
large arm sizes and very complex movements.
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RSP (pneumatic retraction system)
for multi-axis robot applications
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igus GmbH
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Constant force progression
With the pneumatic retraction system), the
force is generated by a pneumatic cylinder. The retraction
force of the system is adjustable by changing
the pressure in the cylinder. The force progression
remains constant, which ensures secure retraction
of the energy chain in the most complicated
fillings, with cables and hoses in any position. The RSP can be attached quickly and easily to various
robot models by means of compact mounting brackets.
The systems with various extension lengths (from
500 to 1,000 mm) are space-saving and lightweight.
Optional monitoring
An optional monitoring
system is provided for robots whose program
sequences are frequently changing, alternating, or
not 100 percent predictable. This is particularly
useful, for example, for robots that are steered by
cameras or image acquisition systems.
The monitoring is done by
a connection to the robot
controller or PLC. When a
predetermined tolerance
value is about to be exceeded,
an early warning
signal is given. This can
also give confidence for a
system which is frequently
reprogrammed.
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Change in pressure in the pneumatic cylinder
adjusts the retraction force of the system,
ensuring the force progression remains constant
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igus GmbH
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3D energy chains
for cable protection
The „Triflex R“ multi-
dimensional moving energy chain is used
for power, data and media supply. This energy
chain construction kit, specifically for robot
users, has approximately 250 components
to guide cables and hoses securely
around difficult geometries.
These „robot chains“ are available
in three designs:
First, a closed design
for cable protection in harsh applications such as
those involving spatter welding machines, chips and
dirt. Second, an „Easy“ version, where the cables
are quickly pushed into the chain by hand, at any
time. And third, an easily managed and especially
rapidly assembled „Light“ version. The „Triflex
R“ 3D energy chain series, which has been used
worldwide for years and is available from stock,
ensures a predetermined minimum bend radius
and torsional stop for careful cable guiding. The
tensile strengths are absorbed by the energy
chain, which significantly increases the life of the
cables and so avoids downtime.
For further information contact:
Press Office:
André Kluth
Head of Corporate Communications
igus GmbH
Spicher Str. 1a
D-51147 Köln
Phone +49-22 03 / 96 49-0
Fax +49-22 03 / 96 49-222
akluth@igus.de
www.igus.de
Source
igus GmbH
Article Reference : 020175
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