Enclosed Metal Carriers (SUS430)
Stainless square carrier — rust-resistant under coolant.
An enclosed metal cable carrier (SUS430) is a square stainless-steel protection tube for the wires, oil pipes and air pipes on CNC and five-axis machines, built to resist rust under long coolant exposure.
What is a metal cable drag chain?
The enclosed metal carrier — often called a square floating guide tube — protects conduits from friction damage, exposure and short circuits during high-speed reciprocating motion. It is designed for CNC machining centres and five-axis metal-cutting equipment that run for long periods and cannot afford unplanned downtime.
Made from 430 stainless steel, it keeps a clean appearance and resists rust even where cutting fluid splashes continuously, reducing maintenance frequency and replacement cost.
Why it is durable and rust-resistant
- Body: 430 stainless steel (SUS430) with an engineering-plastic composite lining
- End flanges: aluminium-alloy gravity die-casting for a tight, durable machine fit
- Corrosion resistance: SUS430 does not rust readily in cutting fluid and oil-mist environments
- Wear resistance: the plastic lining lowers friction between the pipeline and the sleeve
- Quiet, smooth running with a neat, uniformly covered appearance
Typical applications
- Five-axis CNC machining centres
- Metal-cutting equipment with heavy cutting-fluid splash
- Automated lines, robotic arms and drive shafts
- Machine tools where appearance and durability both matter
- BodySUS430 stainless steel with engineering-plastic composite
- End flangesAluminium alloy gravity die-cast
- FinishCorrosion and rust resistant under cutting fluid
- OperationSmooth, quiet running
- LengthCustomised to equipment specification
- ApplicationsFive-axis and metal-cutting centres, automation
Is it heat- and coolant-resistant?
Yes. The SUS430 stainless steel and engineering-plastic build resist heat and rust, so it suits machining where it is exposed to cutting-fluid splash for long periods.
Should I choose a square metal or round rubber carrier?
Square metal gives a cleaner appearance and enclosed protection for high-specification machines. Selection depends on your piping configuration and installation space — we can advise from a drawing.
Can the length be customised?
Yes, the sleeve length is made to the equipment stroke and installation space for a precise fit.
Does it need regular maintenance?
Check the sleeve's airtightness and appearance periodically. In high-humidity or strong acid/alkali cutting-fluid environments, inspect more often.
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