igus autoglide 5 energy chain system

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The igus autoglide 5 energy chain system is specifically designed for horizontal use in intralogistics and on crane systems. The main feature is that the energy supply is quickly installed, as it does not require a guide trough. Instead, it lies on a steel wire rope held in place by the e-chain contour.

The autoglide 5 is able to safely guide horizontal cables at speeds of up to 4 m/s and up to 80 m travel distance without a trough, eliminating the need for busbars and pantographs. It can be installed in the aisle on a rope or a profile, and has an 88% shorter installation time compared to trough systems.

To install the autoglide 5, the intralogistics technician only needs the supplied metal rope, which he stretches on the aisle floor. Alternatively, guidance via a plastic rope or a profile is also possible. The e-chain can travel safely on the rope, because the underside of the chain links has a guide element in the middle, so that the energy chain can rest safely on the rope. For wear-resistant and precise gliding of the upper run of the chain on the lower run, the engineers relied on the igus autoglide elements. This system consists of comb-like injection-moulded crossbars that prevent the energy chain from sliding out. This allows the user to dispense with a guide trough completely.