Adjustable Retraction System for Cable Guidance
August 1, 2013
igus offers cable guidance systems for a range of robotic applications, from small welding robots to large palletizing robots. The latest addition to its multi-axis cable carrier line is an adjustable retraction system. Triflex RSP is designed for secure cable guidance on large robot arms or for robots programmed to perform complex movements.
The force at which Triflex RSP retracts can be adjusted by changing the pressure inside its pneumatic cylinder. "This means the cable carrier can be safely retracted, even when guiding a complex assortment of cables and hoses," said a company spokesperson. "Triflex RSP can be attached to various robot models quickly and easily due to its compact mounting brackets. The system is both space saving and lightweight."
An optional monitoring system is available for robots whose program sequences frequently change, alternate or are not completely predictable. This is useful for robots that are steered by cameras or image acquisition systems. The monitoring is completed via a connection to the robot's main controls or PLC. When a predetermined tolerance value is about to be exceeded, an early warning signal is given. This is also useful for those robots that must be frequently reprogrammed.
Triflex R multi-axis cable carriers from igus can be used for power, data and media supply. The Triflex R range is specifically designed for robot operators and currently has around 250 components to guide cables and hoses securely through multiple axes. Three main designs are available: a fully enclosed design for cable protection in harsh applications; an "E-Z" version, into which cables and hoses can be pushed by hand; and a lightweight version that is lower cost and designed to be rapidly assembled.
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