| 29 | | Aircraft-grade drive cables give Barrett’s robots their performance edge. They are also subject to wear from prolonged usage, so spare cables are included with every new WAM. Adjusting pretension via the automated pretension routine on a regular basis (each 12 hours of constant use in most applications) will extend the life of the cables. If and when needed, cable replacement is relatively inexpensive and simple (there is a set of short video clips that guide the way), so the job can be done on site. From a warranty perspective, Barrett treats cables the way that car manufacturers treat tires. The harder the user(s) drive them, the shorter their useful life. And, as is the case with car tires, the customer ultimately is responsible for their purchase and replacement. |
| | 29 | Aircraft-grade drive cables give Barrett’s robots their performance edge. They are also subject to wear from prolonged usage. Adjusting pretension via the automated pretension routine on a regular basis (each 12 hours of constant use in most applications) will extend the life of the cables. If and when needed, cable replacement is relatively inexpensive and simple (there is a set of short video clips that guide the way), so the job can be done on site. From a warranty perspective, Barrett treats cables the way that car manufacturers treat tires. The harder the user(s) drive them, the shorter their useful life. And, as is the case with car tires, the customer ultimately is responsible for their purchase and replacement. |
