EPick - Instruction Manual
1.2. Object picking
The EPick Gripper allows:
1. Main unit suction cup
2. Auxiliary system with multiple suction cups
Warning
Object picking causes the compression of the suction cup(s) , which can result in pinching points between the gripper
and the load. Avoid presence of body parts in this zone during operation.
Warning
Before picking any new object or material in autonomous mode, always check that the resulting vacuum level is sufficient
to ensure safe gripping, in order to prevent dropping or ejection of the load.
1.2.1. Main unit suction cup
In order to use only one suction cup, the single cup can be mounted right in the port of the vacuum generator.
1.2.2. Auxiliary system with multiple suction cups
A standard Suction Cup System can be attached to the EPick Vacuum Gripper. The bracket normally holds two or four suction
cups (corresponding to the four ports of the manifold).
Any unused manifold port should be blocked with a mating plug to avoid air leakage.
Other custom mounting options can also be used to benefit from a multiple suction cups solution
Caution
Custom brackets and plates must meet the required technical specifications (refer to the Technical dimensions section
subsection).
1.3. Setup and control
The Vacuum Gripper is powered and controlled directly via a single device cable that carries 24 V DC power and Modbus RTU
communication over RS-485.
Info
Please refer to the Electrical Setup section subsection for wiring information, and to the Software section for the control
of the Vacuum Gripper.
In order to be used, the EPick Gripper has to be connected to a Gripper coupling which provides both the mechanical and
electrical connectivity to the Gripper.
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