1m Cable Drag Chain Wire Carrier-10 X 30mm

1m Cable Drag Chain Wire Carrier (10 x 30mm) is an indispensable component for dynamic automation systems where you must manage and protect moving electrical cables and hydraulic or pneumatic hoses. Featuring an inner chamber size of 10 mm by 30 mm, this drag chain efficiently guides your power and data lines, preventing tangling, minimizing abrasion, and drastically extending the service life of expensive conductors. Consequently, this solution eliminates cable fatigue and minimizes downtime in high-speed, repetitive motion applications like CNC machines and 3D printers. Therefore, designers rely on this specific carrier to maintain clean, reliable cable management along linear axes.

Key Features:

• Optimal Protection: The enclosed structure completely shields cables and hoses from dirt, debris, and mechanical stress, ensuring long-term operational integrity.
• High Flexural Endurance: Built from robust, industrial-grade plastic, the chain handles millions of cycles, maintaining consistent performance under high speed and acceleration.
• Easy Cable Insertion: Removable crossbars along the entire length facilitate quick and convenient insertion, removal, or adjustment of wires during initial setup or maintenance.
• Modular Link Design: Individual links snap together securely, allowing you to easily adjust the length or replace damaged sections without tools.
• Low Noise Operation: Furthermore, its smooth, jointed design ensures quiet movement, making it suitable for environments where noise reduction is critical.

Technical Specifications:

• Inner Chamber Height (H_i): 10 mm
• Inner Chamber Width (W_i): 30 mm
• External Dimensions (H_o x W_o): ≈ 15 mm x 40 mm (varies slightly by manufacturer)
• Standard Length Supplied: 1 meter (Can be linked for longer runs)
• Minimum Bend Radius (R_min): Typically 28 mm to 35 mm (Always verify mounting requirements)
• Max Traveling Speed (v_max): ≥ 5 m/s (Dependent on installation environment)
• Max Acceleration (a_max): ≈ 50 m/s²

Mechanical Specifications:

• Material: Reinforced Engineering Plastic (e.g., Nylon 6, ABS/PC blend)
• Temperature Resistance: Operates reliably from −25°C to +125°C
• Wear Resistance: Excellent, designed for high duty cycles on industrial surfaces.
• Chemical Resistance: Good resistance to common lubricating oils, coolants, and most standard cleaning agents.
• Noise Level: Low-friction construction minimizes operational noise.

Dimensions:

• Inner Dimensions (ID): 10 mm (Height) x 30 mm (Width)
• Outer Dimensions (OD): ≈ 15 mm (Height) x 40 mm (Width)
• Link Pitch: ≈ 20.5 mm (The length of a single link)
• Unit Weight (per meter): ≈ 0.25 kg
• Minimum Supported Cable Diameter: 1 mm

Pinout and Wiring:

• Structure Note: This is a mechanical component and does not possess an electrical pinout.
• Fixed End Connector: Mount this bracket securely to the machine’s static point (e.g., frame).
• Moving End Connector: Attach this bracket to the moving part of the machine (e.g., gantry or linear slide).
• Cable Routing: Always lay cables loosely inside the carrier; consequently, this prevents strain, and you must maintain adequate separation between data and power lines to avoid interference.

Datasheet Reference:

• Download 10x30mm Drag Chain Datasheet (E08 Series Equivalent)

Commonly Used in:

• CNC Routers and Mills: Essential for guiding cables along X, Y, and Z axes while minimizing stress.
• 3D Printing Systems: Provides clean cable management for heated beds and extruder carriages, in addition to improving the machine’s aesthetic and safety.
• Robotics: Used extensively in articulated arms and pick-and-place mechanisms requiring complex, high-reliability motion.

Applications:

• Automated Welding Equipment: Protects high-current and pneumatic lines from abrasion and heat.
• Laser Engraving Machines: Manages delicate laser power and signal lines during rapid movement.
• Assembly Lines: Used in conveyor systems and automated test fixtures to ensure continuous cable integrity.

Equivalent Models:

• Igus E2 Series: Functionally equivalent $10 \times 30$ cable carriers from a leading manufacturer.
• Energy Chain: The generic industrial term for this product type, however, specific dimensions must match.
• T-Chain (Taiwanese/Chinese models): Generic models sold under various codes that share the 10mm inner height specification.

Package Includes:

• 1 x 1 Meter Cable Drag Chain (10 x 30mm Inner Dimensions)
• 2 x End Connectors/Mounting Brackets (One Fixed, One Moving)