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Quiet energy chain systems

Noise emissions reduced by 25%

The noise emission of machines and plants has long been an important issue, and not just since Machine Directive 2006/42/EG. Every component, especially moving components, can contribute towards reduction of a machine's noise level. Our e-chains are especially quiet, low-vibration products. With 32 dB(A) at 1 m/s, for example, they are quieter than an out-of-the-way residential street at night or a person whispering.

Quiet energy chain in the ARD Tagesschau studio

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Whisper-quiet and low-vibration energy chains in use at ARD Tagesschau

In the ARD Tagesschau studio, camera movements are implemented in very smooth motions by three camera robots installed under the ceiling. Low-vibration energy chains are used to ensure that the energy and data supply operates as quietly and safely as possible.

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Up to 8% quieter

e-chain E4S.1

The quiet-operating E4.1 series energy chain can be made even quieter by adding two dampening pads on the outer radius of each chain link. The noise level drops by up to 8%.

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Up to 9% quieter

e-chain E6.1 compared to E6

Redesigning and the help of a brake made the e-chain E6.1 9% quieter than the previous series. The extremely low-vibration energy chain is best suited for applications with high dynamics or low noise levels.

Up to 14% quieter

e-chain E2.38 compared to E2/000

The typical chain clatter is greatly reduced by the innovative brake built into the chain link on both sides. In contrast to the identical E2/000, this results in an audible and perceptible quietness, as well as a sound level reduction from 64dB(A) to 55dB(A).

Up to 25% quieter

e-chain E4Q compared to 4040C

The E4Q is 25% quieter than the comparable 4040C chain. This difference is made possible by technical developments such as the integrated brake. The result is a drop from 69dB(A) to 52dB(A) compared to the 4040C.

How it works

Functional principle e-chain E6.1

Small wings on the scalable crossbars between the E6.1 chain links ensure that the impact of the links is dampened. As a result noise generation is significantly reduced in the radius of the e-chain. This combines with the low pitch to ensure that the E6.1 is especially quiet.

Functional principle e-chain® E6.1

The "polygon effect" states that many small elements create a rounder shape than just a few larger ones. The especially small pitch of the E6.1 ensures very "round" tracking behaviour. This reduces vibrations to a minimum and enables maximum precision. At the same time, the rolling noise is reduced significantly.

Functional principle e-chain E4.1

Simple principle but highly effective. A wedge-shaped contour in the e-chain stop-dog dampens the e-chain's impact noises.

Expert tips

Valuable tips on how to plan your own energy chain project for a wide variety of applications, optimise the chain, and design it for the longest possible service life. These tips should never be considered a substitute for advice from igus® experts. Our technical consultants in the field and in the office will be happy to support you - a.o. during measurement, design, installation and commissioning on site.

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E6.1 energy chain sample

Order a free-of-charge sample E6.1 e-chain and find out for yourself how quietly it operates.

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Customers rely on energy chains

Energy chain application examples

Our energy chains are already reliably used in hundreds of thousands of applications worldwide - from beverage vending machines to steel mills. Over 400,000 customers worldwide from 50 industries rely on igus® energy chains.

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