What are the differences between metal covers and soft covers, and what applications are they suitable for?

Metal Covers

Recommended Applications:

• Environments with heavy metal cutting operations
• High-temperature metal chip exposure
• Equipment requiring high structural rigidity and protection

Characteristics:

• High structural strength
• Excellent heat resistance
• Capable of supporting heavy accumulation of metal chips

Relative Operating Characteristics:

• Higher inertia
• Greater operating resistance

Soft Covers (Bellows / Roller Covers)

Recommended Applications:

• Ultra-long stroke applications
• Fine dust environments
• Applications requiring low operating resistance
• Oil, water, or corrosive environments

Characteristics:

• Low inertia
• Provides complete enclosed protection
• Excellent resistance to oil, water, and corrosion

Soft covers and metal covers are not considered superior or inferior to one another. The primary differences lie in their respective application environments, equipment requirements, and operating conditions.