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Workholding - miscellaneous clamping systems, components
News Release from: Schunk Intec | Subject: Finger gripper
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 December 2006
Finger gripper has centre bore
Schunk, a workholding specialist has developed a gripper solution for individual specialist requirements.
Schunk, a workholding specialist has developed a gripper solution for individual specialist requirements The new PGB 2 finger gripper from Schunk has been devised with a centre bore in the gripper
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 11 Aug 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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This new gripper can revolutionize and simplify operations for manufacturers in a wide variety of industries.
Yet another innovation from Schunk, the grippers are equipped with a centre bore that makes them ideal for such specialist tasks.
With four sizes from 64 to 125mm, the PGB series is suitable for a broad spectrum of jobs.
The centre bore has a diameter ranging from 10 to 24mm depending upon the version and the stroke ranges from 4 to 10mm per jaw with a maximum gripping force from between 110 and 640 Newton's.
Just like the tried, tested and exceptionally successful PGN-plus grippers, the PGB drive consists of an oval piston that generates its force using a wedge-hook transmission.
Utilising the multi-tooth guide, another Schunk development the base jaws are guided without play and with maximum stability and rigidity.
The PGB can be attached on two sides in three screw-on directions and can be monitored both inductively and with solenoid switches.
The major benefit of this system beside the hole for exceptional flexibility is the capability to use numerous optional extras and accessories from the PGN-plus and PZN-plus series.
Like the PGN-plus and PZN-plus, the PGB will be compatible with the FPS and APS stroke measuring systems, the FMS force measuring system and the ABR and SBR base jaws.
For further details contact a member of the Schunk sales team or alternately visit the website. Request a free brochure from Schunk Intec ...
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