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Test reports of the control cable
Discover all the durability test reports for our control cables here.
Control cable CF880.10.12
Using the CF880 in practice
Control panels for saws and woodworking machines may seem simple, but reliability is critical—every machine function depends on them. These systems often require cables that handle larger bend radii and resist abrasion from dry wood dust and other building materials.
The CF880 cable, with its durable PVC jacket, is ideal for such environments. It offers excellent abrasion resistance, making it well-suited for dusty, high-wear applications.
Widely used in global installations, the CF880 also features UL approval, ensuring long-lasting performance and compliance with international safety standards.
Control cable CF881.15.12
Using the CF881 in practice
Modern stone processing has moved from manual methods to automated production lines using sawing machines, milling tools, gang saws, and block saws. In these environments, control cables in energy chains are exposed to fine stone dust, vibration, and sharp debris—all in typically dry conditions.
The CF881 control cable is engineered for these challenges. Its abrasion-resistant PVC outer jacket handles dust and mechanical stress while maintaining flexibility. PVC is ideal for dry applications, offering a cost-effective alternative to PUR cables, which are often unnecessary in such environments.
Designed specifically for stone machining systems, the CF881 ensures reliable, long-term performance under demanding conditions.
Control cable CF5.10.25
Using the CF5 in practice
The CF5 control cable series offers an extensive range of core and cross-section combinations, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications. Common cross sections of 1.5mm² and 2.5mm² are frequently used in indoor crane systems to power control buttons, limit switches, motors, and lighting.
In long-travel installations—sometimes exceeding 250 feet—the CF5 excels thanks to its short pitch length and bundled core design, which contribute to a long service life and reliable cable performance under constant motion.
Harsh environments, such as those found near the hall roof, expose cables to dust, exhaust fumes, and mechanical strain. The CF5's abrasion-resistant, oil-resistant outer jacket ensures exceptional durability even in contaminated or high-wear conditions—engineered to deliver reliability where it matters most.
Control cable CF891.25.04
Using the CF891 in practice
The CF891 chainflex control cable is built for reliable performance in continuous motion, especially in machine tools and processing equipment. Its iguPUR outer jacket, developed by igus specifically for such applications, offers outstanding oil resistance and durability.
Tested for a service life of 14.5 million double strokes, the CF891 delivers long-lasting performance even in harsh, oil-exposed environments—making it a dependable solution for demanding industrial machines.
Control cable CF9.10.12
Using the CF9 in practice
In wastewater treatment facilities, cables must endure harsh outdoor conditions—including frost, rain, and intense UV exposure—while operating continuously with minimal maintenance. The CF9 control cable is engineered for exactly that.
Its durable TPE outer jacket resists UV radiation and temperatures down to -35°C. Combined with gusset-filling extrusion and bundled core design, the CF9 ensures a long service life, even across travel lengths over 100 meters.
Choose CF9 for reliable, weather-resistant energy supply in wastewater systems.
Control cable CF9.15.18
Using the CF9 in practice
The aim of the test was to test the service life of the chainflex cable at extremely low temperatures. Cold-resistant cables should be used for systems in outdoor applications. This is because low temperatures are particularly hard on the material - or more precisely, the material of the outer jacket. Such conditions can be found in harbours, e.g. where cables are permanently exposed to harsh environmental conditions. Seawater, large temperature differences and precipitation require the used cables to be weatherproof and UV-resistant as well as robust.
Initiator/Control cable CF77.UL.03.04.INI
Using the CF77.UL.D in practice
6-axis robots are now an industry standard. The versatile vending machines are already fully integrated in automotive production. Whether welding, gluing, laser cutting or simply gripping is required, the robots rotate and move fully automatically everywhere. It is therefore helpful if the cable for sensors, grippers, motors and much more is just as flexible! The CF77.UL.D is available both as a sensor cable and up to a cross section of 6mm² for controlling motors. Ideal for torsion applications with +/- 180° per metre of cable length, but can also be used for long linear movements, for example in a 7th axis. Thanks to the notched PUR outer jacket, the cable is also durable when things get a little rough or oil is in the clearance.
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