Tiny gripper has fastest stroke to closing time ratio
With a maximum stroke of 3mm, the Schunk EGP 25-speed mechatronic gripper only takes 0.03 seconds for its fingers to close, which Schunk reckons gives it the fastest stroke to closing time ratio. This offers optimal pre-requisites for minimal cycle times.
Claimed to be the smallest electric gripper with integrated electronics on the market, the tiny, power dense gripper weighs just 100g and has a gripping force of 7N. Especially designed for gripping small components, it is suitable for rapid handling of workpieces up to 35g in friction-fit clamping.
Provided with brushless and therefore wear and maintenance-free servomotors as well as a powerful junction roller guide, the EGP guarantees a high level of efficiency that makes the gripper a dynamic and high-performance expert for demanding pick and place applications. As it is based on the platform of the tried and tested pneumatic Schunk MPG-plus gripper for small components, it comes with a bundle of additional advantages.
In many cases, users can transfer the sensor systems used in the Schunk MPG-plus to the Schunk EGP-Speed and easily convert existing systems from pneumatic to electrical operation. Control of the Schunk MPG-plus can be analog, digital direct or via a sensor distributor.
In order to increase the dynamics and the energy efficiency of higher-level systems, the gripper housing consists of a high-performance aluminium. In addition, the design is rigorous in eliminating superfluous materials. The electronics are built into the interior to minimise space requirements. The unit fulfills protection class IP30 and fits seamlessly in the program for modular high performance assembly from Schunk.
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