Adhesive force is called the attraction of particles of different materials and compounds. Adhesive forces act for example between wall and colour or chalk and board. The forces can be very different dependent on the material. Adhesive (smooth, shiny) surfaces of plastic materials can for example attract dust from the air. Within the range of cable chain cables matt surfaces of the outer sheath with low adhesion are very important in order to ensure a gliding of the cable in the energy chains.