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igus control cables for energy chains now available ex-stock with 600V rating according to UL
22nd June, 2010 – Flex-resistant cable expert igus introduces the Chainflex CF5 control cables and the CF6 shielded cable as a new standard with 600V rating according to UL. After a short transition period, the bundled cables now suitable for world-wide machine export, will replace its CF5/CF6 predecessors that are currently rated to 300V.
“By doubling the UL-rating to 600V, the new Chainflex CF5 and CF6 600V UL cables can be used all over the world for connection to motors,” explained Justin Leonard of igus UK. “In the USA, for example, many applications with motors prescribe a voltage of 480V. In addition, NFPA 70 prohibits cables of different voltages being routed in one cable channel. So, for example, if 600V is required in connection with a servo frequency converter, this is the strict requirement for all the cables used, even if these are actually operated at lower voltages.”
The new control cables have an outer PVC jacket that is resistant to oil according to DIN EN, and are bundled in very short pitch lengths around a highly tensile-resistant core rope. The copper stranding has been optimised for highly dynamic use in energy chains. The gusset-filled extruded inner jacket of the shielded “CF6 600V UL” family and the gusset-filled extruded outer jacket of the non-shielded “CF5 600V UL” family, route the wires within the cable in the longitudinal direction, significantly increasing the durability of the cable. Thanks to the specially designed braided shield with the high optical coverage of 90%, high EMC protection is guaranteed even after millions of double strokes.
Alongside the logo marking the AWM (appliance wiring material) cables, the UL temperatures, UL voltage ratings and continuous production length (metres) markings are all printed on the new cables. The UL approval for the CF5/CF6 600V UL has been granted on account of its special material combination, and not only stands for flame resistance, but for tested quality too. “This is testament to our ongoing commitment to quality, since UL inspectors regularly visit production lines to examine our installed cables,” said Leonard. “igus has the largest catalogue range of energy chain cables with UL approval in the world – 65% of all Chainflex cables have UL approval.”
For more information about the CF5/CF6 600V UL control cables, please call igus UK directly on 01604 677240 or visit the website at: www.igus.co.uk
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Voltage rating doubled to 600V according to UL: igus CF5/CF6 600V UL control cables for energy chains are suitable for world-wide machine export.
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About igus:
Based in Northampton in the UK, and with global headquarters in Cologne, Germany, igus is the largest producer of injection moulded polymer bearings and reinforced plastic cable carriers in the world. Product lines include industry-leading E-Chain cable carriers, Chainflex continuous-flex cables, iglidur plastic plain bearings, igubal spherical bearings, DryLin linear bearings and guide systems. The company has 26 subsidiaries across 31 countries and employs approximately 1,800 people worldwide.
With plastic bearing experience since 1964, cable carrier experience since 1971 and continuous-flex cable since 1989, igus provides the right solution based on 80,000 products available from stock with between 1,500 and 2,500 new products introduction each year
For more information, please call igus UK directly on 01604 677240 or visit the website at: www.igus.co.uk
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