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Current carrying capacity of cables

Jen Chen | October 25, 2021

maximum current carrying capacity values listed for chainflex cables, refer not only to the electrical limit values but also to the special mechanical load in the energy chain. These values therefore offer a higher degree of safety than usual standard values.

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How a new path began at Ethernet

Jen Chen | September 15, 2021

At igus, we rely on our partner HARTING for cable harnessing. There were different reasons for this association. In addition to the quality of the products, this also includes delivery reliability and ease of assembly.

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Cables in industrial doors

Jen Chen | September 15, 2021

Choose the right cable for your industrial door——Choosing the right cables was not quite as easy as it seems at first glance. Sometimes it takes more than just a look in the catalogue. Here, not only the external influences, such as the ambient temperature, must be taken into account, but also application-based specifications.

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Bus cables for long travels and the alternatives

Jen Chen | September 15, 2021

With a fibre optic cable you can also transmit a signal over long distances. This is due to the significantly lower attenuation values compared to a copper cable.

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Why copper? Copper as a conductor material?

Jen Chen | August 16, 2021

Haven’t you ever wondered why cables are mostly made of copper and why there are such exotics where precious metals like gold and silver are used? Copper as a conductor material has its reasons. That’s what we’re talking about today.

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Flame-retardant TPE and halogen-free TPE

Jen Chen | August 16, 2021

There are countless materials in the world. But very few come into question for the cable industry. The most frequently used jacket materials in cable technology are PVC and PUR. But, in addition to these two outer jacket materials, we at igus use TPE (thermoplastic elastomers). However, not all TPEs are created equal. That is why our article today will deal with the different TPE mixtures – flame-retardant TPE and halogen-free TPE.

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Cables for extreme heat

Jen Chen | August 16, 2021

utdoors often have to withstand seasonal temperature fluctuations. Due to the extreme temperatures in recent years, we therefore also have to consider this issue when choosing the right cable. Therefore, today’s topic is cables in extreme heat and the effects of high ambient temperatures on energy chain cables.

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The right shaft for tough outdoor use – if the plain bearing is outdoors.

Yvan Cao | October 28, 2020

Everyone knows that the agricultural and construction machinery sector require lots of care. Dirt, moisture, corrosion, the complete package. Whether a combine harvester, tractor, concrete mixer, plough or mobile crane – here everything is in the same boat. Metallic plain bearings are always lubricated – at least they should be if they are to function. […]

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When plastic becomes oil again: igus invests in chemical recycling pioneer

Jen Chen | October 23, 2020

Cat-HTR technology developed by a German scientist regains resources from plastic waste in 20 minutes

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car noise

How do iglidur plain bearings reduce noise in automobiles (Buzz, Squeak and Rattle)?

Martin Liu | March 29, 2020

What is Buzz, Squeak and Rattle (BSR)? BSR are all noises that are produced by components and assemblies in the motor vehicle. BSR testing, also called a noise and rattle test, is an acoustic method from the automotive industry and is used to measure the volume of these noises. A realistic situation with corresponding vibrations […]

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