This designing guide distills igus chainflex® know‑how into practical rules for specifying cables that will survive millions of cycles in moving energy chains. It clarifies conductor stranding, core insulation, shield concepts and jacket materials so you can balance electrical performance, bending radius and oil/chemical resistance.
Selection steps walk you from motion profile and ambient conditions to a cable family and cross‑section. Tables connect travel, acceleration and temperature to permissible bend radii and expected service life. Worked examples highlight how to avoid corkscrewing, shield fatigue and jacket abrasion.
Installation notes cover strain‑relief, separation of cable types, and filling degree in the chain to prevent pinch points. EMC guidance explains when to prefer braided shields vs. foil layers and how to terminate drain wires correctly for noise‑sensitive axes.
Maintenance recommendations give inspection intervals, rejection criteria and replacement planning so downtime is predictable even in 24/7 production.
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