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170 More information www.igus.eu/e-rib e-rib | Introduction | Advantages Reinforcement for existing corrugated tube systems - e-rib Corrugated tubesareused inmanyapplications where the mechanical demands on the energy supply are low. The key advantages are easy, versatile and exceptionally cost- effective guidance of energy, data and media. However, fast movements can lead to damaging sideways movement. The igus ® e-rib is easy to clip onto a corrugated hose and can help prevent this. The e-rib fills the joints of the corrugated hose to stabilise it in such a way that it can only move in one direction. The corrugated hose has an unsupported length due to the lateral guide elements. As a retrofit, the e-rib allows an upgrade of existing applications in just a few steps. The e-rib is independent of the hose manufacturer (depending on size) and available in four sizes. ● Strength prevents unintentional sideways movement ● Radius stop-dog to prevent buckling ● Small installation space required ● Easy to retrofit ● The corrugated remains full closed and sealed Typical industries and applications ● Fast, short and unsupported applications ● Standingor hangingapplications ● Automotive industry ● Machine and plant construction ● Pick & Place applications ● Plotter ● Handling systems ● Medical technology ● SCARA robots Mounting bracket: connector elements for secure fixing Easy to retrofit: simply clip onto a corrugated hose Additional security: retention clips for greater dynamic responsiveness Independent of hose manufacturer: 4 sizes for nominal hose widths NW23, NW29*, NW36 and NW48 available *NW29 only for PMA corrugated tubes Space-saving: less installation space required Strong: prevents unintentional sideways movement