Series of I.D. Grippers with Adjustable Holding Force
August 1, 2016
FIPA Inc. has introduced a series of I.D. grippers with an 8 mm - 85 mm diameter range and holding force that can be adjusted to individual workpieces via feed pressure. Color-coded to correspond with clamping positions for pushed and drawn parts and featuring strong elastomer bellows made of EPDM or silicone, the latter of which is FDA approved for direct contact with food, the single-acting, pneumatically operated expansion grippers gently grip the inner contours of workpieces without leaving any marks, providing an effective alternative to suction cups and sprue grippers for parts with holes or recesses.
"As a result of the recent overhaul of our entire I.D. gripper product line in combination with our offering of FIPA mounting elements and accessories, these and other FIPA grippers can now be used regardless of the position of the products to be handled," said Rainer Mehrer, President of FIPA.
Made of anodized aluminum and EPDM or silicone bellows that are capable of withstanding temperatures up to 130 °C (266 °F) and 200 °C (392 °F), respectively, and can be replaced in a non-destructive manner if necessary, the 11 grippers in the series can accommodate a variety of workpieces with inner diameters ranging from 8 mm - 85 mm and weigh between 0.88 oz and 37.047 oz (25 g and 1,051 g) apiece. Optimal feed pressure for the series is 8 bar.
To facilitate integration into gripper systems, the series is also available with a range of matching fittings, screw connections and other accessories, including several sizes of mounting brackets for variable angle installation and four different extension tubes with compressed air connections.
For more information contact:
FIPA Inc.
1855 Evans Road
Cary, NC 27513
919-651-9888
sales.us@fipa.com
www.fipa.com
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