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The new quiet igus E2.1 can be opened with a
screwdriver or the new matching chain opener that is supplied for free with
each initial order. (Source: igus GmbH)
At the 2016 Hannover Messe igus presents E2.1, a new generation of its
two-piece energy chain. Based on continuous development and new customer
requirements, the original series has been significantly improved. Compared to
the previous version, the E2.1 offers revolutionary innovations to
significantly improve the service life of customer applications.
For over 15
years the motion plastics specialist igus has had the E2/000 energy chain
series in its product range, which combines a versatile and lightweight
assembly with strength and has become the standard chain in machinery
construction for wood and metal processing worldwide. The E2.1 is a new energy
chain in the range that also consists of two pieces: a chain link and a
crossbar. This can be opened on the outer radius on both sides with a
screwdriver or the new chain opener which is supplied for free with every
initial order, and opened out or even completely removed subsequently. The
crossbars can easily be closed again by hand. By means of a screwdriver, this
new generation allows the crossbars to be opened from the side of the chain
link, which is advantageous in pre-assembled chains and areas with restricted
access. Another constructive advancement on the E2.1 is the 'brake' on the stop
dog of the chain links. This ensures a very quiet chain travel with lower
vibration and noise. Compared to the previous generation the E2.1 is quieter by
around 50 percent.
Design for maximum service life
The new
E2.1 series has a very cable-friendly interior which adds more space for the
same outer dimensions when compared to the E2/000. "For example, this can
be an advantage in machine tools, because often very little space is available
here," explains Harald Nehring, authorised officer for e-chain systems at
igus. In keeping with the design of the interior of the chain igus provides
separators with rounded edges for a long service life of hoses and cables. For
a precise mounting of the separators an integrated grid system is provided on
the crossbars. At the Hannover Messe igus is showing the new E2.1 with an
interior height of 38 millimetres and an inner width of 65 millimetres. Other
options and a version that snap's open along the inner radius will also be
developed in the following months.
For more information please visit: http://www.igus.in/energychains?C=IN&L=en
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igus® India
igus® operations in India started in the year 1998
with head quarters in Bangalore. igus offers widest range of products that
includes polymer bearings, igubal® Spherical Bearings Plain Bearings and Bushing Accessories etc. which enable them to serve the
whole industrial establishments in India from a small work shop to huge
industrial establishments.