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Continuous panel feed e-spool® flex 2.0

The e-spool flex 2.0 is the igus version of a cable drum without a slip ring. Cable diameters from 5mm to 15mm can be used. The cable is always safely routed through a feed-through to ensure that it is wound up correctly.

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The panel feed e-spool flex 2.0

Tech up

Tech up

Without interruption (no slip ring) also for energy,
data, fluids and air
Space-saving
Can be fitted universally
Constant tensile strain on the cable
Locking mechanism of the cable

Cost down

Cost down

Cost-effective
Easy in case of repair
Simple replacement of the fitted cable, therefore adaptable
Four configuration levels adapted to your requirement

Proof

Proof

Tested in the igus laboratory: e-spool flex pull-out forces and e-spool flex mini extension length compared to the competitor product

Sustainability

Sustainability

No additional copper components in the system (apart from cable copper)
Parts are reusable
Less raw material required thanks to the option of partial repair instead of complete replacement
Have your energy chain recycled at the end of its life cycle with the igus Chainge recycling program . Irrespective of the manufacturer. You will receive a voucher for: 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.

Installation instructions

The illustrated assembly aid enables you to assemble the e-spool flex 2.0 and e-spool flex mini quickly and professionally.

This is how the e-spool flex is assembled.

e-spool flex assembly instructions

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Installation instructions e-spool flex with hand crank

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This is how the e-spool flex mini is installed

e-spool flex mini assembly instructions

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Drive options e-spool flex

e-spool flex 2.0 with hand crank

Version H: with hand crank
Cable diameter: from 5 to 15mm
Extension length: ≤15m

e-spool flex 2.0 with retaining spring and locking function

Version SP: with retaining spring and locking function
Cable diameter: from 5 to 15mm
Extension length: ≤15m

e-spool flex 2.0 with retaining spring, locking function, and retraction brake

Version SB: with retaining spring, locking function, and retraction brake.
Cable diameter: from 5 to 15mm | Extension length: ≤15m

Drive options e-spool flex mini

e-spool flex mini with retaining spring and snap mechanism

Version SP: with retaining spring and snap mechanism
Cable diameter: from 5 to 7mm
Extension length: ≤3m

e-spool flex 2.0 with spring and ratchet lever

Version SPL: with retaining spring and ratchet lever
Cable diameter: from 5 to 7mm
Extension length: ≤3m

Note: Please consider VDE 0298 Part 5 (Current carrying capacity and conversion factors for wound cables) when selecting your cables and when using e-spool flex

NEW: e-spool flex accessories

Now with guide roller and brush attachment (optional)

e-spool flex brush attachment

Brush unit

Brush attachment for cleaning the cable before rolling it up.

e-spool flex guide roller

Guide roller

Idler pulley for "around the corner" extension.

Documentation

Documentation e-spool

Documentation cable drum e-spool flex

This documentation will provide you with all important information about e-spool flex - from technical data to hazard warnings to safety instructions.

Documentation e-spool mini

Documentation cable drum e-spool flex mini

This documentation will provide you with all important information about e-spool flex mini - from technical data to hazard warnings to safety instructions.

e-spool flex 2.0 white paper

White paper: slip ring-free cable reel with screw guide

With a newly developed cable reel for control panels, robot users avoid
"cable tangle" and tripping hazards in automated production. Since the new solution does not use slip rings, media, data and the power and signal supply of the emergency stop button can also be integrated into the system. Download the white paper to find out more.

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Structure of the e-spool flex 2.0

Discover the structure of the e-spool flex in the video.

e-spool® flex 2.0

Cables or hoses are inserted into the e-spool in a spiral pattern

e-spool® flex 2.0

The e-spool flex in detail from the inside (from left): housing, worm guide, cables/hoses, winding housing

e-spool® flex 2.0

The e-spool flex in detail from the outside (from left): housing, worm guide, cables/hoses, winding housing

e-spool® flex 2.0

Detail: cable/hoses inserted in the worm guide

e-spool® flex 2.0

Extension lengths up to 15m possible

Possible uses for the e-spool flex 2.0

e-spool flex on robots

... on industrial robots

e-spool flex in the car repair shop

... in the car repair shop

e-spool flex on platforms

... on platforms

e-spool flex in the harbour

... in harbours

e-spool flex in the warehouse

... in the warehouse

Possible uses of the e-spool flex mini

e-spool flex mini at the dentist's

... at the dentist's

e-spool flex mini at charging stations for e-bikes

... at charging stations for e-bikes

e-spool flex mini in the office

... in the office

e-spool flex

Tested in the igus laboratory

For the e-spool flex mini extension length

In its test laboratory, the largest in the industry, igus compared the e-spool flex mini with a competing product. The test evaluated the two products' extension lengths.

The results showed that the e-spool flex mini extension length was about three metres, while that of the competing product was only half that.

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