Reducing costs while guaranteeing the highest possible
process reliability: only those who invest considerable resources into testing and research, such as igus®, can successfully address these competing requirements. The largest test lab in the industry conducts more than 3 billion test cycles annually on a total of 180 test stations.
Our mechanical engineering components pass the litmus test presented by production, because they have already passed this test before leaving the igus® warehouse.
igus® plastic e-tube R4-38L vs. competitor's closed energy chain made of metal
74% stronger cross bars with igus® locks
The standard test machines are not strong enough to break the E4-350.
Noise testing on P4 profile roller e-chain®
Absorption of maximum bending torque on rigid mounting brackets, so that these function reliably even when exposed to lateral acceleration.
Tensile testing with energy chains in oil
Cleanroom tests: Preliminary "cleanroom" test at the igus® lab
Control cable CF5.10.25 survives more than 41 million double strokes with 25% lower bending.
Lighter energy chain with less sag
How does the unsupported length of the igus® e-chains® Series E2-15 and 08 differ under load?
e-chain® series E6-1 is extremely quiet
e-chain comparison test: E4-42, E4-48L and 3500
chainflex® cables show no wear even after 222,776 cycles