To ensure that cables on industrial robots can be guided in motion safely, easily, and compactly, the triflex TRX Energy Chain is a four-dimensional energy chain in which the retraction system is already integrated. It is space saving, can be fixed on the third axis, and ensures a retraction length of up to 40%.
It relies on a screw connector system in the unique mechanism as well as on an integrated reset band. The band brings the chain links back to their starting point time and again, and thereby the retraction force can be adjusted. The cables are placed in the chain in the form of a spiral and are guided safely in the movement with the help of the chain. In addition, the cables and hoses are fastened in place in the middle of the TRX so that they do not leave their position when the chain is pulled.
Compared to other retraction systems, the user saves up to 83% weight and requires less than half the space. In this way, the performance of the robot can be further improved, and costs are significantly reduced by dispensing with an additional retraction system. TRX can be easily connected to existing TRE series triflex R chains. As with triflex R, the cables can be quickly filled into the energy chain from the outside.
- The TRX complements the functions of the triflex R series and now also makes them telescopic
- Due to their patented design, the TRX links allow a 40% length extension with no loss of strength of integrity
- The rubber band inside the TRX retracts the links back to their starting point, and the retraction force can be adjusted via the rubber band
- Weight reduction of up to 83% compared to a solution with a retraction system (RSP)
