SCHUNK is the international technology leader in toolholding and workholding, gripping technology and automation technology. Approximately 3,500 employees in 8 plants and 34 directly owned subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 50 countries throughout the world ensure an intensive market presence.
Electric Gripper
EGK
➔ Versatile 2-finger gripper for small components for maximum workpiece variety with maximum process reliability
EGU
➔ Versatile 2-finger universal gripper for maximum workpiece variety with maximum process robustness
ELG
➔ Electric 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke, high gripping force, and profiled rail guidance for the use of long gripper fingers
Co-act EGP-C
➔ Electric 2-finger parallel gripper certified for collaborative operation with actuation via 24 V and digital I/O
EGP
➔ Electric 2-finger parallel gripper with smooth-running base jaws guided on roller bearings
Parallel Gripper
PGL-plus-P
➔ Universal 2-finger parallel gripper with a large jaw stroke, integrated sensor system and high payload due to use of a multi-tooth guidance
JGP-P
➔ Universal 2-finger parallel gripper with T-slot guidance and the optimum price-performance ratio
PGN-plus-P
➔ Universal 2-finger parallel gripper with permanent lubrication, high gripping force, and high maximum moments due to the use of a multi-tooth guidance.
MPG-plus
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with smooth roller guides of the base jaws
DPG-plus
➔ Dense 2-finger parallel gripper that meets the requirements of IP67 and does not allow substances to enter the working environment
GAP
➔ 2-finger angular parallel gripper with gripper finger actuation of up to 90° per jaw
KGG
➔ Narrow 2-finger parallel gripper with large stroke
KTG
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with a center bore
MPC
➔ Easily built up 2-finger parallel gripper with good price-performance ratio
PFH-mini
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke for large parts and/or a broad range of parts
PFH
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke for large parts and/or a broad range of parts
PGB
➔ Universal 2-finger parallel gripper with a high gripping force and high moment capacity due to the multi-tooth slideway, as well as the center, bore
PGF
➔ Universal parallel gripper with surface-guided base jaws
PHL-W
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke for large parts and/or a broad range of parts
PSH
➔ 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke and dirt-resistant round guidance
SPG
Centric Gripper
MPZ
➔ Small 3-finger centric gripper with base jaws guided on T-slots
PZN-plus
➔ Universal 3-finger centric gripper with high gripping force and maximum moments due to multi-tooth guidance
JGZ
➔ Universal 3-finger centric gripper of the compact class with T-slot guidance and best cost-performance ratio
PZB-plus
➔ Universal 3-finger centric gripper with large gripping force and high maximum moments per finger, plus center bore
SGW
➔ Small, simple pressurized plastic angular gripper with spring return
DPZ-plus
➔ Despite the high moment load of the base jaws, this sealed 3-finger centric gripper meets the requirements of IP67 and does not permit the ingress of any substances from the working environment into the interior of the component.
PZH-plus
➔ Universal gripper with long travel and high maximum moment due to multi-tooth guidance
EZN
➔ Servo-electric 3-finger centric gripper with high gripping force and high maximum moment due to multi-tooth guidance
PZV
➔ The multi-finger gripper is for applications, in which two or three fingers are insufficient
Angular/Radial Gripper
SGB
➔ Small, simple pressurized plastic angular gripper with spring return
SWG
➔ Narrow double-acting 2-finger angular gripper
PWG-plus
➔ Robust 2-finger angular gripper with oval piston and bone drive
PRG
➔ 180° radial gripper with powerful 1-shift slotted link gear and oval piston
DRG
➔ Sealed 180° angular gripper for use in contaminated environments
SGW
➔ Small, simple pressurized plastic angular gripper with spring return
GAP
➔ 2-finger angular parallel gripper with gripper finger actuation of up to 90° per jaw
Rotary Actuators
SRM
➔ Universally usable unit for pneumatic swivel and turning movements
SRH-plus-D
➔ Swivel head for simultaneous loading and unloading of workpieces with integrated fluid and electrical feed-through
SRU-plus
➔ Universally usable unit for pneumatic swivel and turning movements
SRU-plus-D
➔ Universally usable unit for pneumatic swivel and turning movements
SFL
➔ Miniature vane swivel unit for light swiveling tasks up to 180°
RM-W
➔ Vane swivel unit with high torque for fast rotation tasks
GFS
➔ Rotary finger for turning workpieces that are held by a gripper or can also be used as a special swivel unit
SRH-plus
➔ Swivel head for simultaneous loading and unloading of workpieces with integrated fluid and electrical feed-through
RST-D
➔ Ring indexing unit for endlessly turning with an angle of rotation up to 90° per cycle.
ERT
➔ Universal flat rotary unit with absolute encoder and electric brake as well as optional increased protection class (IP54)
ERS
➔ Electrical rotary unit with torque motor and angle of rotation > 360° as well as the optional pneumatic brake and rotary feed-through, and if desired increased protection class (IP54)
ERD
➔ Powerful torque motor with absolute encoder and electric and pneumatic rotary feed-through
ERM
➔ Electric rotary module for high loads with adaptable servomotor, rotary angle > 360°, center bore, and optional feed-throughs
PRH
➔ Servo-electric miniature rotary unit with angle of rotation > 360°, center bore, and precision gear
Linear Modules
SLD
➔ The dynamic axis all-rounder – perfectly tailored to your application
LM
➔ Linear module with pneumatic drive and pre-loaded crossed roller bearings, free from play in dovetail rails
CLM
➔ Linear module with optimized length, with pneumatic drive and pre-loaded crossed roller bearings, free from play
HLM
➔ Stroke module with optimized length, with pneumatic drive and pre-loaded crossed roller bearings, free from play
KLM
➔ Linear module with pneumatic drive and ball bushing guide
PMP
➔ Linear axis with integrated pneumatic drive cylinder and pretensioned recirculating ball-bearing guides, free from play
ELB
➔ Short stroke linear direct drive with cross roller guidance
ELP
➔ Electric linear module with direct drive and integrated controller, scope-free guided using pre-loaded roller guideü
LDK
➔ Compact short stroke axis with linear motor and roller guidance
LDN
➔ Universal linear axis with X-profile, linear motor, and roller guidance
LDM
➔ Universal linear axis with double X-profile, linear motor, and roller guidance
LDT
➔ Universal linear axis with triple X-profile, linear motor, and roller guidance
LDL
➔ Flat linear axis with linear motor and profile rail guidance
PPU-E
➔ Compact 2-axis unit for a faster, flexible running of any curve on one plane
Beta
➔ Universal linear module with optional toothed belt or spindle drive and various guiding options
Delta
➔ Flat linear module with either toothed belt drive or spindle drive
Gamma
➔ Toothed belt or rack and pinion driven universal linear module with closed profile and double profiled rail guide
Alpha
➔ Flat linear table with spindle drive and double-profiled rail guide
Change Systems
SWS
➔ Pneumatic tool changing system with patented locking system
SWS-L
➔ Pneumatic tool change system with patented locking system for heavy loads
SHS
➔ Manual tool change system with integrated air feed-through, locking monitoring, and optional electric feed-through.
CMS
➔ User-friendly manual change system with extensive complementary portfolio
NSR-A
➔ Pneumatic pallet change system with patented locking system.
CWS
➔ Compact, manual change system with integrated air feed-throughs for the most important SCHUNK gripping and compensation modules.
MWS
➔ Manual tool change system with integrated air feed-through and optional electric feed-through
Compensation Units
AGE-XY
➔ Compensation unit with X-Y lateral compliance
AGE-F
➔ Compensation unit with X-Y lateral compliance and integrated spring return
AGE-S
➔ Compensation unit compensating in XY- and Z-direction
AGE-Z 2
➔ Compensation unit compensating in Z-direction
AGE-U
➔ Compensation unit with rotation and angle compensation for adaptation of end effector to the position of the component
TCU-P
➔ For compensation of small locational and positional deviations with mounting and handling applications
TCU-Z
➔ For compensation of small locational and positional deviations with mounting and handling applications
Application Kits
2D Grasping-Kit
➔ Application solution for gripping non-position-oriented workpieces, consisting of a camera system, an application-specific gripping system and an industrial PC (SVC) on which the AI software developed by SCHUNK is installed. This ensures reliable detection of objects, calculates the best gripping points, and requires no prior knowledge of programming or image processing.
MTB
➔ The MTB application kits enable quick and easy implementation of automated machine loading. The specific application kits take on the important key role of workpiece handling and workpiece clamping. They seamlessly fit into the machine environment.
Sensors
IN
➔ Inductive proximity switches are used to scan the current status of automation components. They are offered by SCHUNK in versions IN and INK. The version IN is directly pluggable or has a molded cable with plug connector. The INK version is suitable for direct wiring. It has a molded cable with an open end.
EN
➔ Inductive proximity switches are used to scan the current status of automation components. They are offered by SCHUNK in versions IN and INK. The version IN is directly pluggable or has a molded cable with plug connector. The INK version is suitable for direct wiring. It has a molded cable with an open end.
EM
➔ Mechanical limit switches
MMS
➔ A magnetic switch is used for monitoring the status of automation components. They detect the approach of a magnet without contact and above a certain switching value, they put out a digital signal.
MMS 22-PI1
➔ A magnetic switch is used to monitor the status of automation components. They detect the approach of a magnet without contact and above a certain switching value, they put out a digital value. The switching value can be programmed.
MMS-P
➔ A magnetic switch is used for monitoring the status of automation components. They detect the approach of a magnet without contact and above a certain switching value, they put out a digital signal.
ONS
➔ The optical proximity switch ONS allows query of miniature grippers during small parts handling applications.
SST
➔ The SST sensor tester enables the rapid testing and adjustment of inductive sensors, magnetic switches and reed contacts. The necessary power is supplied by a 9 V compound battery.
V
➔ For connecting many SCHUNK sensors (IN(K)/MMS(K) 22/MMS(K)22-PI1 etc.), and collecting respective sensor signals. In the versions 2-fold (V2), 4-fold (V4) and 8-fold (V8).
V2-4P sensor distributor for connecting MMS22-PI2 and MMS-P22 sensors for dividing a four-pin M8 connector into two three-pin M8 connectors.
Teaching tools
➔ Teaching tools
Adhesive Grippers
ADHESO
➔ Bionically inspired gripping units with ADHESO technology
| ADHESO G-3-50-H | ADHESO G-5-50-S |
| ADHESO G-3-50-S | ADHESO G-5-700-H |
| ADHESO G-3-700-H | ADHESO G-5-700-S |
| ADHESO G-3-700-S | ADHESO G-10-50-H |
| ADHESO G-5-50-H | ADHESO G-10-50-S |
Magnetic Gripper
EGM
➔ Electro-permanent magnetic gripper for energy-efficient handling of ferromagnetic workpieces
EMH
➔ Electro-permanent magnetic gripper for energy-efficient handling of ferromagnetic workpieces with integrated electronics and feedback function
GSW-M
➔ Magnetic gripper for spindle interfaces for handling flat components
Why Schunk Automation Technology & Grippers
Shaping the future with innovative technologies – that is the claim of SCHUNK. To this end, the family-owned company is pushing the agile further development and digitalization of its product and service portfolio in order to make industrial processes more efficient, transparent and sustainable. SCHUNK is facing the current and future challenges together with its customers and partners: Hand in hand for tomorrow!
Through its pioneering spirit and innovative strength, SCHUNK continues to set new benchmarks in productivity optimization for its customers. These customers benefit from an integrated range of components, applications and services. The profound SCHUNK expertise that has grown over decades is the foundation for growth in a number of areas.
The automation and production specialist is a reliable partner across the entire supply chain in numerous industries such as automotive, electronics, life science, aerospace and logistics.
SCHUNK has its roots at its headquarters in Lauffen/Neckar. The company was founded here in 1945 by Friedrich Schunk as a mechanical workshop. Under the management of his son Heinz-Dieter Schunk, SCHUNK evolved into a global player and the world’s leading technology supplier for robots and production systems. Today, the company is run by the third generation, siblings Kristina I. Schunk and Henrik A. Schunk, the founder’s grandchildren. SCHUNK is firmly anchored in its home region as a socially committed and responsible employer.
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