Series R6-40

Here you can configure your Energy Chain System® individually. All entries will be copied to the Bill of Materials shown at the bottom of this page.

Series R6.40 "system E6"

1. Fully enclosed Energy Tube
2. No pin and bore connection
3. Very large gliding surfaces
4. Can be shortened or lengthened due to modular design
5. Interior stop dog
6. Small pitch for low-noise, smooth operation

Inner width Bi: 2.44 (62 mm)
Bending radii R: 2.48 to 7.87 (63 - 200 mm)
Pitch: 1.09 (27.8 mm) per link = 11 links/ft (36/m)

When to use Series R6-29:

If a low-noise version is required
For very high speeds and/or accelerations
If large stresses and thrust forces are present
Protection against dirt and chips
For small bending radii
If less vibration is required
Minimal abrasion, suitable for cleanrooms

When not to use Series R6-29:

For side mounted applications
System E4 Series 7728

Installation dimensions


Part No. :
Inner width Bi [inch]:
Bending radius R [inch]:
Travel distance S [ft]:
Fixed end dM [ft]:
Chain length^** [ft]:
Number of chain links :
External width Ba [inch]:
H^* [inch]:
D [inch]:
K [inch]:
H2 [inch]:
D2 :
K2 [inch]:
Hi [inch]:
Ha [inch]:
Weight per link [oz.]:
Weight [lbs/ft]:
* The required installation clearance is HF = H + 1.57 (40 mm) (in the case of 1.34 lbs/ft (2 kg/m) additional load) If extremely restricted space is available, please consult us.
** The calculated length corresponds to the chain length without mounting brackets.

A = Moving end, B = Fixed end
Pitch: 1.09 (27.8 mm)
Links per ft: 11 (36/11 links/1 ft
Travel: S
Chain length = S/2 + K

Unsupported length

Dependency of the unsupported length on the additional load
X axis: Unsupported length in ft FLB/FLG
Y axis: Additional load in lbs/ft
Lower scale: travel S in ft
FLB = Unsupported with permitted sag
FLG = Unsupported with straight upper run

Price index:

Opening mechanism :

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Designing with igus®

1 Widths and 6 bending radii

Interior separation in many versions

KMA - mounting brackets

Super quiet version

Design specificationFurther information on "unsupported application"

Design specificationFurther information on "gliding application"

Assembly instructions

Other installation types

Technical specifications

Strain reliefs

Interior separation

Option 1: Vertical separators

Product range


unassembled	assembled
Per . chain link

Please use Configurator for partitioning of interior and for filling with cables.

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Option 1: Vertical separators

Vertical separators are used if a vertical subdivision of the Energy Chain® interior is required. By standard, vertical separators are assembled every other Energy Chain® link.

Vertical separator R6-40-01
This separator is used for general subdivision of Energy Tubes. Separator snaps onto either the bottom of the carrier or the lid. Stays attached to that side. Opposite side can be removed.

Mounting brackets

KMA mounting bracket

unassembled	assembled

	Option - profile rail with integrated strain relief chainfix clip or tiewrap plates
	Profile rail can be mounted in the inner or outer radius of the Energy Chain®
	Bolted connection outside of the chain crosssection
	Recommended for unsupported applications (for gliding applications please contact igus®)
	Confined installation conditions
	Attachment capability on all sides


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Part No. :
A [inch]:
B [inch]:

Support tray

Support Tray - Type 01

For support of the lower run - Support tray tool kit

Simple one-piece support trays for the lower Energy Chain® run, according with your requirements and specifica tion. Your width, height and color - we supply the fitting Energy Chain®, together with the support tray system. Ready to install onto your machine or application. Save on procurement and design time.

Complete system, ready to install
No more costly self-made designs
Easy installation onto your machine, on profiles or wall-mount brackets


Part No. :
B Ra [inch]:
B Ri [inch]:

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GToB Imprint General notes Data protection declaration

hanging (max.) [ft]	98,43 (30 m)
standing (max.) [ft]	6,56 (2 m)
max. vertical, long travels [ft]	196,85 (60 m)

Min. permissible temperature [°F]	-40 (-40 °C)
Max. permissible temperature [°F]	212 (100 °C)
Speed FLG max. [fpm]	3937,01 (20 m/s)
Speed FLG max. [ft/s²]	656,17 (200 m/s²)
Speed FLB max. [fpm]	590,55 (3 m/s)
Speed FLB max. [ft/s²]	19,69 (6 m/s²)
Flammability class of chain link	VDE 0304 IIC UL94 HB

Series R6-40

Series R6.40 "system E6"

Installation dimensions

Unsupported length

Long travels

Other installation types

Technical specifications

Interior separation

Product range

Mounting brackets

Support tray

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