SMC series TUZ tubing range

Plastic energy chains used in general machine applications are often referred to as the umbilical cords of modern machines. However, according to some recent findings from SMC, this continual energy chain movement can often lead to increased abrasion when using conventional polyurethane tube. SMC has developed the Series TUZ tubing range which is designed specifically to help combat this problem.

The tubing has been developed for energy chains which help protect and convey cables, hoses and tubing for X,Y,Z, and sliding and rotational axis motions on machine tools, robots, material handling equipment and industrial machinery. Made from special polyurethane material, tests have shown that when used in a sliding application the wear resistance is increased by over 66% when compared to SMC’s standard TU tubing range.

The series is available in six colour options and five tube sizes from outside diameter 4 to 12 mm and with bending radius of between 10 and 35 mm dependent on the selected tube size. Designed to work at pressures of up to 0.8 MPa and at temperatures between -20 to + 60°C, the series also complements the SMC One-Touch, Insert, Stainless Steel or Miniature Fitting ranges.