Polymer Rotation Module PRM

Complete system with plastic guide trough, rotation angle 360°

The PRM rotating energy supply system is a plastic guide trough for smaller measuring and handling machines, for example. The guide is also suitable for camera applications. It does not require sliding contacts and is protected against corrosion.

Technical data:

Max. rotation angle 360°
Outer diameter: from 200mm to 500mm

Availability:

e-chain series E2i.10 (PRM200 + PRM300)
e-chain series E2i.15 (PRM400)
e-chain series E4.21 (PRM500)

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Tech up

No sliding contacts, all media in one system
Complete system can be ordered with just one number, including e-chain, separated guide trough and integrated strain relief
Weighs up to 85% less than a steel guide trough
Various inner widths with a single guide trough
Improved guidance, minimised displacement forces
Protected against corrosion

Cost down

Costs up to 70% less than a comparable steel guide trough
No project planning costs
No minimum order quantity – low system price with no minimum order quantity
Can be delivered pre-assembled – reducing on-site installation costs

Proof

Up to 85% less weight than a comparable steel component - 0.175kg compared to approx. 1.50kg
Reduce costs by up to 60%: Possible sales price for plastic guide trough: €597 vs. steel: €1,602 (one-to-one comparison

Sustainability

Guide trough manufacturing process simplified
No need for sheet metal cutting, rolling, welding or galvanising/passivating.
Can be produced from recycling material
Have your energy chain, regardless of the manufacturer, processed as part of the igus chainge Recycling Programme
igus supports the circular economy of plastic and invests in chemical recycling

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