A Cable for a Drag Chain A mechanical device called a wire carrier, sometimes referred to as a drag chain or cable carrier, is used to protect and guide flexible cables, hoses, or hydraulic lines as they travel around a machine's axis. These carriers are frequently seen in settings like automated manufacturing lines, robotic arms, CNC machines, and other industrial equipment where cables and hoses are in continual motion.
Important attributes and capabilities:
- Protection: Drag chains shield cables and hoses from environmental elements including dust, filth, and chemicals as well as mechanical strain and wear and tear.
- Guidance: During machine operation, they make sure that cables and hoses follow a predetermined route to avoid tangling, bending, or twisting, which could result in damage or operational failure.
- Flexibility: Drag chains can follow the action of the machine while maintaining the cables' organization and protection since they are made to bend or flex in a single direction.
- Material: Plastic, steel, or aluminum are frequently used to make them. The selection of these materials is determined on the requirements of the application, including load capacity, resistance to environmental factors, and durability.