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Hybrid e-chain® cable carrier made of plastic and steel
No rivets, no screws, easy cable change.
Everything you need to know about telescopic work platforms and lifting platforms
Convince yourself of the quality of our products. The sample box contains a selection of igus solutions for applications in telescopic pull-outs and inclined axes.
- Almost 50% less weight 1
- 50% longer unsupported length 2
- High tensile strength
- No screws, rivets or bolts that can become loose under vibration
- Robust: steel mounting brackets with attachment options from any side
- Smooth operation due to plastic pin connection
- Wide range of interior separation elements
1 Compared to a pure steel chain of comparable size
2 Compared to a comparable plastic e-chain®
- Easy installation - plastic outer links
with flange for easy e-chain® link assembly - Available as ready-to-install readychain system with cables, hoses and hydraulic components
- Intelligent breakage detection - optional with i.Sense EC.B to avoid unplanned downtime.
- First customer applications with high fill weights are already live
- Tested in the igus® laboratory: comparison of YE(HD) vs. E4.1 unsupported length at 5kg/m fill weight
- 30% less energy consumption in production compared to steel chain
- Have your e-chain®, regardless of manufacturer, processed in the igus® "chainge recycling program"
- igus® has been an investor in Mura Technology from the beginning and is helping advance chemical recycling. From plastic waste to crude oil in 20 minutes.
e-chain® with crossbars every 2nd link, openable from both sides
Series YE.42
Inner height hi: 42mm
Outer height ha: 76mm
Inner widths Bi: 50 - 400mm
Outer width Ba: 68 - 418mm
Bend radii R: 100mm
Pitch: 67mm
Series YE.56
Inner height hi: 56mm
Outer height ha: 90mm
Inner widths Bi: 50 - 600mm
Outer width Ba: 74 - 624mm
Bend radii R: 100mm
Pitch: 91mm
NEW: Series YEHD.108
Inner height hi: 108mm
Outer height ha: 146mm
Inner width Bi: 387 - 500mm
Outer width Ba: 435 - 598mm
Bend radii R: 250 - 600mm
Available from summer 2022
NEW: Series YEHD.112
Inner height hi: 112mm
Outer height ha: 146mm
Inner width Bi: 100 - 600mm
Outer width Ba: 148 - 648mm
Bend radii R: 250 - 600mm
Available from summer 2022
NEW: Series YRHD.108
Inner height hi: 108mm
Outer height ha: 146mm
Inner width Bi: 200 - 500mm
Outer width Ba: 248 - 648mm
Bending radii R: 250 - 600mm
Available from summer 2022
iSet YE | Travel distances: 6 - 18 m
Save time and money with our complete e-chain® system. No long search for the right accessories. Suitable for construction machinery, lifting platform and more.
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Why choose hybrid e-chains vs. standard steel cable carriers?
Learn more about the components in YE.42
Plastic outer side links provide weight reduction and quick assembly.
Steel inner side links provide increased strength and longer unsupported spans.
Ideal strength to weight ratio carrying heavy loads over a long span with compact dimensions and the lowest possible weight.
Multiple widths available from 50mm - 400mm inner width. Crossbars can be removed along the inner and outer radius.
Standard interior separation available from the proven igus E4 modular system.
Steel mounting brackets with attachment points from top, bottom, or front.
1. At 0° inclination: 2 meters with 10 kg/m additional load
2. At 60° inclination: 6 meters with 4 kg/m additional load
3. At 75° inclination: 7 meters with 4 kg/m additional load
The smart break detection i.Sense EC. B now also available for the YE(HD) series. This protects your application from unexpected downtimes.
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Whether you're interested in end-to-end, fully assembled solutions or looking to build your own customizable project, let us assist you with a solution based on your specific application and requirements. Contact us via the form below or call us at (800) 521-2747 to discuss your project today!