The new E4.1 family of energy chains from igus combines the best design ideas of the two energy chain variants E4/4 and E4/100 in a single universal product with a range of five different interior heights from 21 to 80 mm and widths from 30 to 600 mm.
The sides of the energy chain features a "tongue-and-groove" connection. This greatly increases stability both in pull and push direction, especially when the chain is used lying on its side or when high lateral acceleration forces are acting on it. The torsional stability of the energy chain is also increased.
igus has developed a completely new quick-action lock for the crossbars of the E4.1. Users can now open and close even tightly packed energy chains using only a screwdriver. Since the energy chain is accessible from above and below, servicing work can be carried out without it having to be dismantled.
The standard version of the E4.1 series has a noise-dampening stop system with an internal "brake". If even quieter noise levels are required, the outer radius of the energy chains can be equipped with additional sound reducing pads, which makes quiet rolling possible. These pads are soft, dampening elements on which reduce sound and vibration as the energy chain is moved.