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Vacuum End Effectors VEE

Configuring Rather than Designing

Modular system for designing vacuum end effectors for a wide variety of processes quickly and at low cost.
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Individual configuration

Flexibly configurable, perfectly matched individual components

Minimal design and manufacturing effort

Minimizes configuration and production times thanks to simple plug-in principle

Low weight

Ready-to-connect end effectors starting at 150 g net weight, ideal for high-speed applications

Excellent hygiene properties

FDA- and BfR-compliant high-performance thermoplastic, resistant to alkaline cleaning solutions

Assembly service

On request, we can supply a completely assembled and ready-to-connect gripper

Modular system

(1) Flange plates for standard types of robots

(2) Flange modules rigid or rotating by 360°; can be extended (optional)

(3) Basic modules

(4) Connector node

(5) Top connector G3/8"-F or closed

(6) Bottom connector incl. sealing element G1/8"-F, G1/4"-F, G3/8"-F or closed

(7) Stabilization elements (available as a suction cup accessory)

(8) Screw cover (optional)

(9) Vacuum suction cups (can be selected from the Schmalz product range)

(10) Connection tubes

(11) Plugs for partitioning into different vacuum zones

(12) Plugs

(13) Solenoid valve for active blow off

(14) Vacuum modules flange modules with integrated vacuum generation

Design Data

Vacuum end effectors VEE can be freely configured within the framework values. When used in connection with our wide selection of suction pads, the possibilities are practically endless.

 

Specification Specification Vacuum end effectors from the VEE system
Minimum configuration
Maximum configuration
Basic module 1-connection 4-connection
Suction pad connection thread G1/8“-F, G1/4“-F, G3/8“-F G1/8“-F, G1/4“-F, G3/8“-F
Gripper size (L/W) 38 x 38 mm 300 x 200 mm
Weight1 65 g 500 g
Qty. of suction pads 1 12
Workpiece sizes (L/W) 15 x 15 mm

400 x 300 mm

1without flange module and suction pad

Technical Data
Specification Specification Vacuum end effectors from the VEE system
Max. rated flow 60 m³/h
Max. vacuum value -980 mbar
Overpressure resistance up to 3 bar
Temperature range -25 °C to +80 °C
Material High performance thermoplastic (compliant with FDA guidelines)
Max. load capacity 2,000 g
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Products

Customized Vacuum End Effector VEE-SLS
Customized Vacuum End Effector VEE-SLS
  • VEE system expansion for handling complex 3D-shaped products
  • Low weight by sintered polyamide
  • Warp resistant gripper for increased cycle speed and load capacity
  • Realization of complex custom-shaped grippers by innovative sinter technology
  • Hose-free vacuum distribution (standard) and integrated vacuum generator (option)
Handling Sets VEE
Handling Sets VEE
  • Vacuum generator including flange and gripper
  • Flexible replacement of the gripper possible
  • Suitable for operation with lightweight robots and cobots
Starter Set VEE
Starter Set VEE
  • 120 VEE components
  • Including eight suction cups SPB4-30
  • Build up to two turnkey VEE configurations
Flange Extensions VEE-FE
Flange Extensions VEE-FE
  • Flange extension for vacuum end effectors VEE for reaching into boxes of all kinds
  • With a bayonet to quickly change the gripper without tools
  • Three extension lengths available with an integrated vacuum feedthrough
Plugs VEE-PL
Plugs VEE-PL
  • Material: Silicone SI for VEE-PL P and polyphenylsulfone PPSU (FDA-approved material) for VEE-PL C

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