Retraction in action!
Posted to News on 18th Jun 2021, 08:58

Retraction in action!

Meet the igus Triflex Robotic energy chain with integrated retraction system

Retraction in action!

Space constraints on robots can be a problem.

However, with the new integrated retraction triflex energy chain, this is now one less issue to contend with, says igus.

“The patented design allows 40% length compensation, thanks to the ingenious connection design,” states the company. “Using an expander in the core, this allows for the retraction and, as with all triflex, this easy design can be fitted with the standard triflex range.

See it in action in the video above.

 

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