Pneumatic Grippers - Cylinders, Rotary Actuators & Grippers
What Is a Pneumatic Gripper Used For? When the air is supplied, the gripper jaws will close on an object and firmly hold the object while some operation is performed, and when the air direction is changed, the gripper will release the object. Typical uses are to change orientation or to move an object as in a pick-n-place operation. Key Components of Pneumatic Systems Cylinders Cylinders are the driving force behind pneumatic grippers , converting compressed air energy into mechanical motion. They provide the linear or rotary motion needed to operate the gripper jaws. Rotary Actuators Rotary actuators allow rotational movement, expanding the range of motion for pneumatic grippers. They are essential for tasks involving angular positioning or rotation. Grippers Grippers are the end-of-arm tooling in pneumatic systems, directly interacting with objects. Their design varies based on the application, from delicate handling to robust gripping. How Pne...