Intelligent Gripper For Small Components With Various Interfaces

The smart SCHUNK gripper for small components EGI is available with the PROFINET interface, but also with EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT. The new gripper size 40 has also excellent communication skills that can also be used for compact systems. Size 80, in turn, has a clear advantage with active gripping force maintenance.

The smart parallel SCHUNK gripper EGI is designed for demanding and versatile handling tasks in the field of electronics, pharmaceutical and lab applications. With its individually programmable stroke of up to 57.5 mm per jaw, and the also flexibly adjustable gripping forces from 25 N to 100 N, the robust and insensitive mechatronic gripper of size 80 covers an enormous workpiece range. The compact and light size 40 has a maximum stroke of 40 mm and a gripping force from 25 N to 70 N: ideal preconditions for flexible use of a broad range of parts in confined spaces and for small handling solutions. As the intelligence is incorporated in the gripper, the SCHUNK EGI can also handle compliant components that are sensitive to deformation and breakage reliably and gently.

High level of flexibility and performance
Besides the already existing PROFINET interface (Conformance Class C), SCHUNK also offers both sizes with EtherNet/IP or EtherCAT interface, and the gripper can be used for high-performance applications in various control environments. The position of the gripper finger, gripping force, and closing speed can be captured and controlled almost without delay. Even intermediate positions can be adjusted, or a special homing of the gripper is possible. If the gripper is controlled via PROFINET or EtherNet/IP, all basic functions can be configured via a standard integrated web server without requiring additional software. Active gripping force maintenance was especially designed for size 80. It ensures that the built-up gripping force is almost completely maintained even in the event of a power failure or emergency stop. A clear advantage towards conventional mechatronic grippers on the market. In contrast to conventional gripping force maintenance via springs, the locked gripper fingers have a minimal brake retardation. Therefore, the SCHUNK EGI 80 makes an important contribution to prevent accidents due to parts which may fly away or caused by jamming.

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