Standard SCARA Cable Solution + ESD Material

About the SCARA Cable Solution in standard material

About the SCARA Cable Solution in ESD material

New product in spring 2025

triflex R cable protection for SCARA robots in ESD version, with cable detail.

Durable energy supply for SCARA robots

igus has developed the e-rib to guide cables safely using corrugated hoses. In combination with the reinforcements at both ends and the sag of the corrugated hose and the rotary unions, this solution is ideal for high-speed Scara applications.

The e-rib fills the joints of the corrugated hose with the ribs and stabilises it so that it can only move in one direction. Thanks to the guide elements on the sides, the corrugated hose has an unsupported length. When retrofitting, the e-rib enables existing applications to be "upgraded" in just a few simple steps. The e-rib is independent of the hose manufacturer. Initially, we offer this solution in a nominal width of 29mm.

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SCARA robot with e-rib cable guide to prevent cables from kinking.

Configure SCARA robots quickly and easily

e-chain robot equipment configurator with selection fields for an Epson robot and an example robot graphic.

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e-chain® robot equipment configurator with form fields and an example robot graphic.

e-chain robot equipment configurator with fields to choose manufacturer, type and model, plus a robot diagram.

Augmented reality for SCARA Cable Solution

Scara Cable Solution in augmented reality shown on a tablet above a desk.

Use augmented reality capabilities and project the EPSON T3 402S SCARA robot onto its future production site with the SCARA cable solution or just into the office to make planning even more realistic.

Simply scan the QR code and use the 3D model and the augmented reality (AR) model with a tablet or smartphone.

QR code for the triflex R SCARA cable solution for mobile.

Augmented reality

The AR function can be used by scanning the QR with a mobile phone or tablet. No additional download is required.

triflex R cable solution for a 2D desktop SCARA robot arm.

2D desktop version

Click on the link to open the 2D desktop version of the SCARA cable solution, which you can move around freely.

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Explained in less than 30 seconds

Matthias Meyer presents the SCARA cable solution

The energy supply for Scara robots
Customisable for different Scara models
Includes the energy supply from axis 1 to the ball screw attachment
The nominal width of the SCARA cable solution (inside) is currently available in 29mm
Nominal widths of 23mm and 36mm are planned
The supply of spare parts is guaranteed by ordering individual parts

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Tech up

Modular system, easy to retrofit
Available as harnessed
Customised design for quick adaptation to different SCARA models
Secure guide for cables and hoses

Cost down

Easy maintenance
High running performance
All components are individually replaceable
Reduction of downtimes

Proof

50 EPSON SCARA robots have been in continuous operation at a German car manufacturer since 2016
From 20/08 - 01/03/2021 over 2,500,000 test cycles were realised in the igus® test laboratory

Sustainability

Have your e-rib recycled at the end
of its life cycle in the igus Chainge recycling programme. No matter which manufacturer. You will receive a voucher for this: Chainge recycling programme

What is behind the Scara cable solution?

**Corrugated tube dynamically reinforced**

The reinforcement for existing corrugated tube systems. The e-rib is clipped onto the corrugated hose. The sizes are independent of the hose manufacturer. The e-rib stabilises the corrugated hose so that it can only move in one direction. Thanks to the guide elements on the sides, the e-rib gives the corrugated hose an unsupported length.
For the Scara robots, we offer the nominal width 29 to start with.

Scara cable solution in the igus test laboratory

This video recorded at the igus test laboratory shows how the SCARA cable solution works.

The ends of the SCARA mounted on ball bearings ensure an unrestricted rotary connection of the corrugated hose. The e-rib in conjunction with the corrugated hose provide stability so that the corrugated hose doesn't kink due to the movement.

Installing the SCARA cable solution

In this video you can see the components if you opt for all three components of the SCARA cable solution.
The installation of the parts only takes a few minutes and is done with minimal use of tools.

You can find all the products shown in the video in the online shop:

Ball screw attachmentFixed end connection (rotating or locking)Connecting piece

Part number structure using the example of SCARA EPSON G6 553s

The SCARA cable solution consists of three elements matching or adapted to the SCARA robot in question.

1: Moving end attachment (straight): TR.SCS.29.01.20.94.01.0

2: Moving end attachment (angled): TR.SCS.29.01.20.94.02.0

3: Fixed end attachment: TR.SCS.29.02.40.01.0

4: Corrugated hose with e-rib: TR.SCS.29.LLLL.0

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SCARA Cable Solution with three mounting positions and a 45-degree angle at the joint.

SCARA cable online shop

Example of article number codes

Labelled technical drawing of an article number with arrows to colour, version number, and Scara Cable Solution dimensions.

Moving end side

Diagram of article number TR.SCS.29.LLLL.0 explaining the code: colour, length, NW and Scara Cable Solution triflex® R.

Connecting piece

Diagram of an article number showing colour, version number, M40 thread, fixed point side, corrugated tube size, Scara Cable Solution and triflex® R.

Fixed end side

Application examples

horizontally supported

Cable chain on a machine in an industrial hall.

vertically supported

A SCARA robot works inside an enclosed production cell.

Frequently asked questions about the SCARA cable solution

The e-rib gives the corrugated hose stability
End connection reinforcement at both ends of the system

SCARA Cable Solution in ESD

The ESD SCARA Cable Solution consists of optimised, dissipative materials that enable use in ESD environments on the SCARA. The basic design of the standard SCARA Cable Solution, which forms the basis of the energy supply, has been tried and tested in the customer environment since 2020. Thanks to ESD certification, this system offers maximum safety in ESD environments.

The 3D printing material iglidur® i8-ESD developed by igus, which has high abrasion resistance and increased rigidity, serves as the base material for the connections. This specification guarantees secure and strong fastening of the connections.

The conductive corrugated tube in combination with the e-rib, which is also produced from ESD-capable material, completes the energy supply. The e-rib gives the corrugated tube sufficient stability, even in highly dynamic applications. In addition, a form-fit transition between the two end connections ensures certified discharge capability.

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