Shielding Design for Linear Motor Cables: 90% Optical Coverage
The chainflex® cables used in linear motor applications feature a special braided shield with optimized braid angle and 90% optical coverage to ensure high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) .
Key Design Features:
Optimized braid angle: Prevents shield wire breakage even with high stroke rates
90% optical coverage: Maximizes electromagnetic shielding effectiveness
Special braided shield design: Ensures reliability in high-EMI environments
Technical Context:
High stroke rates of linear drives can cause shield wire breakage in conventional cables
The special braid design prevents this failure mode
Ensures reliable signal transmission in demanding applications
This shielding design is critical for linear motor applications where electromagnetic interference from high-current drives could affect position feedback signals .
