New chainflex® products in 2026

… for a PTFE-free energy supply system in a cleanroom
For maximum confidence when selecting cables for cleanroom applications, a range of CFCLEAN cables is available. They have been specially developed for use in the e-skin flat, ensure minimal particle emissions and stand out thanks to their space-saving design, quick assembly and easy cable replacement.

The new CFCLEAN.EVO series offers a PTFE-free solution. This is made possible by a special outer jacket with high abrasion resistance, which ensures a long service life and low particle emissions. Furthermore, the series covers all standard core cross-section combinations used in the industry for data, bus, control and motor cables.

… for high currents up to 10m.
Expansion of the CF280.UL.H hybrid cable series range: three new cross sections, suitable for SEW drives, have been added to the existing range. Thanks to the larger conductor cross sections, this new product offers a space-saving single-cable solution for energy chain applications and enables the reliable transmission of high currents over distances of up to 10 metres. Furthermore, the required installation space can be reduced by up to 40 per cent compared with conventional solutions.

... with a 25 per cent longer service life

The new CAT6A bus cable CFBUS.LB.050, with a bend radius of 7.5 x d, offers maximum precision, short cycle times, and quick handling in confined spaces. A bus cable designed for the most demanding applications and of proven quality.

… functional earth conductor in pink in accordance with DIN EN IEC 60445
Functional earth conductor, 10mm², designed to ensure the correct functioning of a system, with a pink PUR outer jacket in accordance with DIN EN IEC 60445. It impresses with its high number of cycles, long travels and small bend radii of up to 10 x d in energy chains.

... with 360°/m torsion.
Portfolio expansion of the CFROBOT8.PLUS cable series to include a cable for the DeviceNet bus system. And all this for applications with +/- 360° torsion with a reduction of the outer diameter by 21%.

... for the highest demands
Expansion of the CF99.PLUS high-end control cable series to include a shielded version with a cross section of (8x0.25)C. It has been developed for the highest demands and can realise a bending factor of up to 3xd.

... suitable for Lenze and ctrlX DRIVE.
Extensions in the area of hybrid cables with the CF280.UL.H403.15.04.D suitable for ctrlX Drive drives and the measuring system cables with the CF111.033.D. suitable for use on Lenze drives. Both cables can withstand the influence of oil without any problems.

... with great variety for small installation space.
Expansion of the product portfolio to include motor cables with a cross section of 4G1.0. Available in shielded and unshielded versions and with cost-effective PVC outer jackets and high-end TPE outer jackets.

... 12.5 million double strokes guaranteed.
Due to the listing of SVHC substances (in the REACH regulation) in flame-retardant TPE materials, we offer various halogen-free alternatives. This includes a new PE cable series CFPE.ZH with a halogen-free TPE outer jacket with 11 core cross section combinations and a travel of up to 400 metres.

... fail-safe, cost-effective and unobtrusive.
New cable series especially for the theatre industry. With three bus cables electrically matched to the requirements of stage technology and with a visually unobtrusive jacket colour.

… suitable for Lenze in dry applications
Expansion of the CF884 measuring system cable range with the cost-effective PVC outer jacket material, compatible with Lenze. The CF884.032 has been optimised and tested for use in dry environments.

... resistant thanks to TPE outer jacket
The CF38 high-end motor cable series saves installation space and can withstand low temperatures down to -35°C at the same time. With the new cross sections, we are expanding the CF38 family and at the same time replacing the discontinued models of the CF35.UL.

... thanks to TPE high-end single-core cable
Thanks to their robust TPE outer jacket, the new cross sections of the CF340 single-core family are ideal for small installation spaces in the energy chain and a long travel of up to 400 metres.

... for the dry cleanroom and maritime applications

Future-proof solutions thanks to IPA certifications from the Fraunhofer Institute in ISO Classes 4 and 5 as well as over 350 DNV-certified cables for use in offshore and onshore systems.

... for certified safety
New UL temperature rating for our servo and motor cables. The cable series CF30, CF31, CF270.ULD, CF210.UL and CF21.UL are now certified with a UL temperature rating of +90°C. This extends the range of applications for these series and provides additional safety when planning electrical applications.

... and guaranteed with the usual reliability of 10 million double strokes.
Product extension of our CF 130.UL cable series. Now with even more safety in use thanks to a guaranteed service life of up to 10 million double strokes. And thanks to the PVC outer jacket, this cable is highly abrasion-resistant in the energy chain.

... to calculate the guaranteed service life even more easily
Precise calculations of the service life of the cable used. Simple, reliable and accurate: Know exactly how long the cable will last in your application! Including certificate and price check of your selected cable to suit your individual application.

... for reliable monitoring of constant temperatures
The CFTHERMO.N.001 with thermocouple N (Cr-Si) is added to the range as a thermal compensating cable. A special feature is the higher temperature range of the thermocouple from -200°C to +1,300°C.

... cables suitable for Siemens S200
Thanks to the expansion of our portfolio of measuring system cables and servo cables, Siemens S200 drives can now also be operated with our cables. Available unharnessed or directly with connector.

... is available in 36 hours and is ideal for high power transmissions
The CFCRANE medium-voltage cable with an igupren outer jacket is ready for use for 6/10kV medium voltage and achieves this high power transmission over travels of up to 400 metres. And that with a bend radius in the e-chain of 10xd. We now have this cable in stock and it is ready to ship within 36 hours.

... for reliable data transmission over long travels
Our fibre optic cables can be used for any bus system and transmit data over long travels, ensuring a high level of EMC safety. Our new cross sections can reliably handle these transmissions in small bend radii of up to 5xd in the e-chains.

... 12 additional months for more safety
The unique chainflex guarantee is now for four years, which means it is extended by a further 12 months! Numerous tests in the 5,500m² test laboratory make such a guarantee promise possible!

... For the e-chain® and the cable tray
UL-listed flexible motor and control supply cables for use in the e-chain and the cable tray. These listed motor and control cables are ideal for continuous movement and for a seamless transition from the chain to the platform.

... operational reliability in onshore and offshore applications
With the expansion of the CFSPECIAL.572, the portfolio for hanging top drive applications has been extended. Including DNV approval for use in the maritime sector.

... flexible cables with PVC outer jacket
Our new PVC cables are the right choice for oil-free applications. Typical sectors include the woodworking industry, packaging industry and material handling.

... Even more safety in the cleanroom
Increase in the guaranteed service life of CFCLEAN cable elements to 40 million double strokes and simultaneous increase in current carrying capacity.

... operational safety guaranteed and confirmed worldwide
chainflex dispenses with PTFE! The new logo confirms the elimination of PTFE in igus chainflex cables. If a general ban is announced, no chainflex cables will have to be disposed of or replaced and can continue to be used worldwide without any concerns.

... cable replacement made easy
A refill element makes the chainflex CASE shipping and storage solution even more practical and sustainable. Available for both CASE sizes, it allows users to unwind the cables directly from the box.

... tested in the chainflex® laboratory and with guarantee
The chainflex portfolio has been expanded for six cable series with new cross sections. Our cables come with the unique chainflex guarantee and have been tested in our own test laboratory.

... specially developed for dry environments
The CF211 measuring system cable series has been extended for the SINAMICS V90 drive system. Robustness for dry environments is guaranteed thanks to the PVC jacket. The new chainflex CF211.030 is available from stock sold by the metre or harnessed ready to connect.

... for CAN bus and Ethernet up to CAT7
The service life of the CFROBOT8.PLUS has been increased by the larger torsion angle of up to +/- 360°/m and solves problems in tight installation spaces.

... CF98.PLUS and CF99.PLUS with 100,000,000 double strokes guaranteed
The new CF98.PLUS and CF99.PLUS control cables achieve the longest durability with 100,000,000 double strokes or a bending factor of 3xd.

... extended for the ctrlX DRIVE drive system from Bosch Rexroth
Suitable for drives in the MS2N series from Bosch Rexroth, you can reduce costs by 50% and receive the usual service life guarantee.

... for SINAMICS 210 drives ...
With the new PVC hybrid cable, we are supplementing the CF220.UL.H cable series and thus offering even more variety. Thanks to the high-quality PVC outer jacket, you can save 15.3% of costs.

... now with DNV approval
With the new DNV approval, the CFSPECIAL.5XX series is the perfect solution for offshore drill rig applications.