Rotational Cable Carrier Applications

Rotational cable carrier applications are achieved by running a carrier that has been modified for reverse bending movement on its side. The carrier can be equipped with polymer slide blocks or casters for low-friction gliding.

The carrier is also modified to maintain maximum control of the travel path. Dynatect’s Nylatrac® standard and modular plastic carriers can be modified to work in rotational applications.

The following information is required to design a rotational carrier assembly:

  • Degree of rotation
  • Inner ring diameter
  • Outer ring diameter
  • Velocity
  • Operating environment & duty cycle
  • Fill package
  • Mounting location
  • Specify which bracket (inner/outer) is rotating

See Application Data Form

Diagram of cable carrier rings

Field Applications & Photos

An automatic storage/retrieval system (AS/RS) at a California winery provided consistent, worry-free operation using a 140-ft long
Nylatrac® Modular (TL-200) carrier assembly.
In this side-mounted rotational application, the carrier incorporates both primary and reverse bend radius links where necessary
to provide free movement in both directions. Components and accessories were selected to minimize wear and prevent tangling and
corkscrewing of cables. (Equipped with poly roller crossbars, low-friction sliders, cavity separators, and cable clamps at each end.)

A rotational cable carrier in operation.

 

A rotational cable carrier in operation.

A rotational cable carrier in operation.