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calculation that considers cable formation, cable size, short circuit current and the installation environment. Stephen Walton, technical director of Ellis Patents, said: “Correctly specifying cable cleats, and the spacing they need to be installed at, is vital in ensuring they function properly when called into action.

A further disadvantage is that the fast transmission of data and media can be difficult with slip rings, so igus has developed the e-spool flex cable reel with a spiral guide. The new cable reel will guide a power or data cable without interruption to the connection. The e-spool flex is available in two versions, one with a manual winder, and an automatic solution with a brake and a spring-driven return mechanism. Three sizes of drum are available for cables with a diameter of 5mm to 11mm and an extension length of 5m to 15m.

The cables can be quickly replaced at any time.

igus also offers its cable reel solution fully harnessedwith chainflex cables, specifically designed for moving applications.

Specifying in seconds Cable cleat manufacturer Ellis Patents has developed an online calculator to provide users with accurate specification information for any project within seconds. The calculator provides correctly specified cleat spacings, with respect to short circuit conditions, and recommends products for the project through a pre-programmed

S S The online calculator from Ellis

“Until now, specifiers and planners needed to make the calculation using a complex formula, and then interpret these results into product type, quantity and exact spacing.

“Our cable cleat calculator removes this complicated mathematical element from

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