Easy-fit fastening solutions fix cable
protection securely but gently to cobot arms
In day-to-day practice, cables and lines are
often fastened in a somewhat makeshift
manner with cable ties to the round, smooth
arms of “cobots” (robots which collaborate with
humans without additional protection). Two
new REIKU multipurpose fastening systems
designed for different load levels now combine
rapid, uncomplicated fitting with further
advantages including very high slip resistance
and gentle, virtually wear-free fixing of the
cable protection. With their high reliability
over a wide temperature range from –40°C to
+80°C (with transient exposure up to 100°C),
both systems help to ensure lasting, trouble-
free cobot operation because they very largely
prevent downtime due to damage to the cable
protection and consequently to the wiring
itself.
WN JULY 2017
The new LSDFB series is suitable for slow to
moderate cobot movement velocities under low
load. Fastening is by means of a hook and loop
strap which encircles the robot’s arm. Available
in two sizes, the LSDFB series can be used for arm
diameters from 54 mm to 110 mm and corrugated
tubing diameters from NW 17 to NW 29. The
associated polyamide (PA) rotary plate means the
cable protector can be guided as desired using the
REIKU gripping clamps made from the same grade
of polymer.
The other new series, MESUB, is designed for the
higher dynamic and mechanical loads typical of
industrial and palletising robots and combines
a stainless steel clamp with pivot bolt screw
fastening and a friction-enhancing rubber profile.
Available in six variants, it is suitable for robot arm
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