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News Release from: Igus UK | Subject: Triflex RS universal module
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 17 April 2008
Energy chain module suits cramped
conditions
Triflex RS can be mounted directly to all standard fastening holes in most robots, and suits tight environments.
Plastic corrugated tubes used in robotic applications can bend and tear because they cannot absorb torsional movements very well Igus' Triflex R multidimensional energy chain system offers complete freedom of movement in the X, Y and Z axes
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 27 Jul 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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The Triflex RS universal module is designed for robotic applications in cramped conditions.
The system guides the energy chain close to the robot arm and avoids any looping.
Triflex R works using the ball and socket principle.
Once locked in place, the ball and socket form an extremely mobile connection which combines smooth movements in all three axes and an optimum frictional connection, thus guaranteeing a high tensile strength.
Longitudinal axis torsion of up to +/- 380 degrees per metre is possible and thanks to the integrated stop system, the energy chain provides a minimum bending radius that prevents cables being overstressed during both radial and torsional movements.
Finally, the general flexibility of the whole system makes robot teaching and programming simple.
The Triflex RS universal module has been designed for applications that havevery little space.
Triflex RS can be mounted directly to all standard fastening holes in most robots.
Project planning is not usually necessary as the required free-moving length of energy chain is added to the front area of the robot and fastened to the sixth axis by means of a mounting bracket.
Due to the compact design height, the system can even be used if there is a valve cluster or distributor box above the third axis, for example.
The lubricant-free Triflex-R energy chain is integrally spring-loaded.
The use of fibre rods inserted in the chain means that pre-tension is generated automatically.
The spring mechanism works in a similar way to a fishing rod and maintains tension in the energy chain.
This means that the chain is always kept close to the robot arm even during complex movements and chain loops around the robot head are avoided. Request a free brochure from Igus UK ...
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