Methods that can effectively prevent the breakage of the cable core of the drag chain

The use requirements of drag chain cables are much higher than those of ordinary cables. If the production process and manufacturing process are not standardized, it is easy to break the core during use, which will not only affect the normal operation of the machinery and equipment, but also cause considerable losses to the production of the enterprise. Once the drag chain cable breaks, it needs to be replaced immediately, and the production cost will increase accordingly. Yichu Cable will explain the reasons for this situation today.

First, the selection of raw materials is unqualified

The functions of drag chain cables produced by different raw materials are also different. For example, in a specific environment, they must have functions such as low temperature resistance, UV resistance, and oil resistance. These also have certain requirements for the performance of the outer sheath. If the outer sheath has good wear resistance, it will not produce adhesion. The thicker the sheath, the slower the heat dissipation, so improper selection of the sheath is likely to cause core breakage.

Second, the conductor specifications do not meet the specifications

Generally speaking, the thinner the conductor, the better the flexibility of the cable, but if the conductor is too thin, the possibility of the cable being entangled during use is greatly increased. In the long run, insufficient hardness, material wear, or even breakage may occur.

Third, the shielding layer production process

The main reason for this phenomenon is that when the high-flexible drag chain cable is braided or wound, the copper wire joint is handled incorrectly; the high-flexible drag chain cable has insufficient anti-twisting function, so that it is twisted too violently, and its braided layer will break by itself.

Fourth, the outer sheath is damaged

The outer sheath damage is related to the production materials and performance, but if the user does not operate properly, the probability of conductor heating and insulation breakdown will also increase greatly, which is also the main reason for the broken core of the drag chain cable. Therefore, the manufacturing of the drag chain cable must ensure the quality, and products produced by regular channels and manufacturers should be selected.

After analyzing the above reasons, when we encounter this situation, the first thing to do is to stop the operation of the machine and equipment, analyze the cause of the problem, and then replace the broken drag chain cable to prevent damage to the machine. Of course, to fundamentally reduce this phenomenon, when enterprises purchase drag chain cables, they must carefully screen and choose drag chain cables produced by regular manufacturers with big brands and guaranteed quality, so that they can be used more safely.