For lightweight robots of the CB and e-series from Universal Robots, SCHUNK offers for the first time a robust mechatronic long-stroke gripper
for machine tool loading, which enables varying gripping forces between 50 N and 600 N with a freely programmable stroke of 42.5 mm
per finger.
The long-stroke gripper EGL defines a new dimension when it comes to stroke, force control and robustness within the SCHUNK Plug & Work
portfolio for UR. It is particularly suitable for loading machine tools, but also for other handling tasks with part weights of up to 3 kg.With its plug-&-work capable gripper, SCHUNK is setting a new benchmark in terms of flexibility, force and functionality for robot arms by Universal Robots in clean to harsh environments. This force-fit, intelligent gripper enables process-reliable alternating handling of various parts of up to 3 kg – including parts that are heavy or are sensitive to deformation. A solid aluminum housing, stable guidances and a brushless servomotor ensures a high level of robustness and long-lasting, reliable gripping forces across the entire range of stroke with minimal maintenance costs. In the case of a power failure, an electrically activated brake ensures that the position of the gripper fingers is maintained and no referencing is required.
Minimum commissioning effort
The EGL starter kit from SCHUNK comprises the intelligent servo gripper with appropriate adapter plates, cables, standard parts and a URCaps plugin that radically simplifies programming of the mechatronic powerhouse. By means of smart, easy-to-understand functions on the familiar UR surface and preconfigured parameters, the gripper can be commissioned and programmed within 15 minutes. The starter pack also comes with universal gripper fingers and clamping inserts on request. It enables particularly quick and easy entry into machine tool loading with lightweight robots from Universal Robots. Compared to conventional grippers, the time for engineering, commissioning and programming work is reduced from one or two days to less than an hour.
