I have seen on some CNC routers a cable guide that is a rectangular assemblage of hinged segments that resemble tank treads. It reduces tight flexing while keeping the control cables out of the way. What do you call them and where do I get some?
CNC Flexing cable guides?
May 10, 2005
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Cable carrier.
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Kevin Gallimore
axolotl wrote in news:428023d6$1_2@127.0.0.1:
Yup. I like this co.
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It is commonly known as flexible cable track or flexible wire duct. Some links are below.
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HTH
Like I always say, if it aint in Mcmaster, you don't need it pp 1358 cat111
"Glenn Ashmore" wrote in news:EeVfe.2837$sy6.2667@lakeread04:
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They are technically called 'Energy Chains'
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rather...
Anyone else find that name pretty smart?
Regards,
Robin
"Robin S." wrote in news:guyge.33635$B82.957919 @news20.bellglobal.com:
Thanks Robin, my bad on the spelling. They make some excellent robotics energy chains, full 6 axis freedom of movement.
If my memory is acccurate, these things are also known as "hose reels", maybe in larger sizes than you are looking for though. Used for hydraulic lines on machinery. I think there is a mfg called "Gleason Reel". HTH, Eric
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