What is the FIPA GR04.700-20 gripper used for?

The FIPA GR04.700-20 is a pneumatic needle gripper designed for pick-and-place handling of delicate, air-permeable materials such as textiles, foams, felts, and laminates where vacuum gripping is ineffective. Its 32 needles at 0.7 mm diameter enable precise engagement with thin, flexible flat materials in textile and foam manufacturing automation.

Can the FIPA GR04.700-20 handle different material thicknesses?

Yes, the gripper features an adjustable stroke from 0 to 2 mm, controlled by a knurled screw, allowing you to match needle penetration depth to your specific material thickness. This adjustment accommodates a range of thin and delicate products without retuning the system.

How fast is the FIPA GR04.700-20 for pick-and-place operations?

The gripper uses separate air ports for needle extension, retraction, and a dedicated rapid blow-off inlet to accelerate material release, enabling short cycle times in high-speed processing. Double-acting pneumatic control allows independent control of needle motion for efficient automated pick-and-place.

Is the FIPA GR04.700-20 compatible with industrial robot mounting?

Yes, the gripper integrates with standard pneumatic systems and mounting interfaces, accepting typical brackets used across industrial robots. Compatible mounting brackets and spare needle plates are readily available for integration and maintenance.

What temperature can the FIPA GR04.700-20 operate in?

The gripper operates reliably up to 70°C ambient temperature, making it suitable for warm manufacturing environments in textile and foam production facilities.

How much does the FIPA GR04.700-20 weigh?

The gripper weighs just 0.114 kg, minimizing payload strain on robot cells and allowing it to fit in tight or overhead mounting configurations where weight is a constraint.

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FIPA GR04.700-20 Pneumatic Needle Gripper, 0-2 mm

Name: FIPA GR04.700-20 Pneumatic Needle Gripper, 0-2 mm
Brand: FIPA
SKU: 3702
Price: 1195 USD
Availability: InStock

FIPA GmbH

$1,195.00

Double-acting pneumatic needle gripper with 32 needles for precise handling of textiles, felts, foams, and air-permeable materials in automated pick and place. Features 0-2 mm adjustable stroke, separate air connections for extend and retract, blow-off port for rapid release, and operates up to 70°C.

FIPA GR04.700-20 pneumatic needle gripper is a double acting end effector designed for precise handling of flexible and air permeable materials in automated pick-and-place applications in textile, foam, and laminates manufacturing.

32 needles, each 0.7 mm in diameter
Adjustable stroke from 0 to 2 mm
Weight: 0.114 kg
Operating ambient temperature up to 70°C

Features:

Double acting pneumatic control: Separate air ports for needle extension and retraction enable short cycle times in high speed processing.
Rapid release blow-off: Additional dedicated air inlet accelerates material release for efficient pick-and-place operation.
Precise, gentle engagement: Fine needles and flat entry angle minimize penetration and stabilize thin, delicate parts.
Compact and lightweight: Low weight reduces payload strain and suits tight industrial robot cells.
Adjustable stroke: Easily matched to material thickness with a knurled screw.
Pneumatic interface compatibility: Integrates with standard automation controls and mounting brackets; spare needle plates are readily available for maintenance.

Applications:

Pneumatic needle gripper tasks in textile handling, including woven, felt, and nonwoven materials
Handling foams, felts, laminates, and other air permeable sheets where vacuum gripping is ineffective
Automated pick and place operations for thin and delicate products

Buyer decision criteria:

Choose FIPA GR04.700-20 for reliable performance in machine tending, textile automation, and precise, high-speed pick and place requiring gentle material engagement.
Compatible with standard pneumatic systems for easy integration; mounting interface accepts typical brackets used across industrial robots. Spare needle plates are available for extended service life.

Pneumatic needle gripper vs. vacuum or magnetic gripping:

Choose the FIPA GR04.700-20 when handling air-permeable or delicate materials where vacuum gripping fails or risks damage. Needle grippers excel on textiles, foams, felts, and laminates that cannot hold a vacuum seal or tolerate suction marks.

For thin woven fabrics or felts on high-speed lines, the 32 fine needles grip without penetrating or stretching the material.
On materials under 2 mm thick, the adjustable 0-2 mm stroke prevents over-engagement and keeps cycle times short with independent extend/retract air ports.
In tight robot cells, the 0.114 kg weight preserves payload capacity for heavier tools or payloads compared to larger pneumatic grippers.
For warm environments up to 70°C, the needle gripper maintains flexibility and performance where rubber-based vacuum cups degrade.
On delicate air-permeable sheets where foam vacuum alternatives leave marks or require high flow, needle engagement offers precise, mark-free pickup.

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