SCHUNK EGU Electric Universal Gripper

Product Overview

SCHUNK’s EGU universal gripper is ideal for operations with flexible production process, even starting from a batch size of one. This gripper can be freely networked, easily integrated into multi-variant production processes, and performs even in harsh manufacturing environments. With an impressive integrated gripping force (plus StrongGrip mode for even greater force), the EGU is a reliable universal gripper able to handle a diverse range of applications. Interfaces offered include PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, and Modbus RTU. Further, with the supplied PLC function modules as well as plug-ins for leading robot manufacturers, software integration is streamlined and able to integrate into a wide variety of industrial settings without adding additional gateways or excess programming workloads.

Cross Company is proud to partner with SCHUNK to offer the EGU universal gripper for industrial automation applications. If this sounds like something that could benefit your production process, we’d love to hear from you. Contact one of our industrial automation experts at Cross Company Automation.

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Features and Benefits

Versatile and productive

Long and freely programmable jaw stroke with continuous gripping force adjustment for flexible workpiece handling

Robust and reliable design

Boasts a sealed design and proven sliding guidance ideal for harsh ambient conditions like machine loading

High Reliability

Able to avoid workpiece loss due to integrated gripping force maintenance with loss detection

Always Referenced

Protection even in the event of emergency stoppage or major/minor power failure

100% Gripping Force

Almost constant gripping force over entire finger length thanks to integrated spur gear

Easy Integration

Compatible with leading robot and automation equipment manufacturers as well as PLC function blocks and robot plug-ins

Specifications

Weight

1.44 to 7.8 kg

Gripping force

300 to 4000 N

Stroke per jaw

41 to 80 mm

Housing material

Aluminum alloy, anodized

Base jaw material

Steel, corrosion-protected

Max. permissible finger length

125 mm

Max. permissible weight per finger

0.8 kg

Repeat accuracy (gripping)

0.03 mm

Max. speed (positioning)

110 mm/s

Available In The Following Areas

With an extensive background in a variety of industries, Cross has relationships with a number of leading brands, including exclusive distributorships in some areas. We are proud to offer SCHUNK in the following areas: