Cleanrooms used in microchip and semiconductor production are defined by low particle levels and limited space. To guide cables under these conditions, igus has introduced an online tool for the automated design of cleanroom cable guide systems.
With its new e-skin flat configurator enabling faster system development, including technical drawings and STEP files, the configurator allows users to design flat cable guide systems quickly, reducing a previously manual process to a few minutes. Users can configure a complete system, automatically populate it and download a technical drawing and parts list.
The e-skin flat is designed for dry cleanrooms. Designing a cleanroom cable guide system is complex, requiring multiple technical considerations, cable selection and detailed drawings. The new configurator is intended to simplify this process.
“The online tool is the first of its kind for configuring cable guide systems for cleanrooms. It leads users step by step through the design of their system, checks the feasibility and immediately provides all relevant data,” said Kira Weller, product manager e-chains and cleanroom expert at igus.
“This ensures planning security without waiting times or time-consuming coordination.”
The e-skin flat system is made from high performance plastic and is designed to be flat, abrasion resistant and easy to maintain. Its chamber system allows cables and hoses to be inserted and replaced during maintenance. The system complies with EN ISO Class 1 according to DIN 14644-1, the highest cleanroom classification.
All outputs are available for download on the results page, including technical drawings, parts lists and installation instructions, along with a STEP file. Users can also request a quotation, with igus experts carrying out a final review of the configured system.
The e-skin flat has received the “Best of Industry Award 2025” in the category battery development and production.
“We are delighted to receive this award, which is also an incentive for us to continue our development in this area,” said Weller.