igus glide-chain G4.42

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Energy chains made from high-performance plastics are in use worldwide. They are primarily intended to guide cables reliably, eg, on indoor cranes used in production halls. igus has developed a new lightweight chain, designed to be cost-effective, for simple gliding applications with travel distances of up to 30 m.

The glide-chain G4.42 is characterised by its extra-large sliding surfaces and efficient construction, with material only used where it is needed for sliding movements. Due to this innovative design, the G4.42 is up to 25% lighter than standard igus chains. Another advantage of the chain is the cost-optimised side link used on the left and right. Combined with the large pitch, the product consists of just a few individual and different components.

The glide-chain has been subjected to a series of intensive tests in the company’s 4000 m² test laboratory; igus also gives a four-year guarantee on all its energy chains.

For more information: www.igus.eu/energy-chain/news/series-g4-42.