igus Launches IO-Link Cables for Energy Chains and Robots
Source:Industrial Automation /
Time:2026-08-15
igus has launched new chainflex IO-Link cables designed for reliable communication even under torsion in energy chains and robotic applications .
Key Application Context:
IO-Link communication requires reliable signal transmission in demanding motion applications
Cables must withstand bending, torsion, and continuous movement in energy chains
Cost-effective solutions for connecting sensors and actuators in industrial automation
These cables extend igus's chainflex portfolio, which includes cables tested for millions of bending cycles with a four-year guarantee when used with the online service life calculator . The launch addresses the growing adoption of IO-Link as a communication standard for sensors and actuators in industrial automation.
