Will the SMC ZGS vacuum gripper work with my FANUC or Yaskawa robot?

The SMC ZGS uses an ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange and is compatible with FANUC, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, and Omron/Techman collaborative robots. Installation is fast with just one air connection and one electrical cable.

Can this vacuum gripper handle soft items and irregular shapes?

The 400 x 240 mm sponge-type suction surface grips soft goods, cartons, bags, and uneven items reliably. The adjustable suction flow optimizes performance for different product types.

How much weight can the SMC ZGS vacuum gripper lift?

The SMC ZGS generates 2144 N lifting force at a vacuum level of negative 75 kPa, making it suitable for mixed goods handling in palletizing and depalletizing applications.

Is the sponge surface washable for food or hygiene applications?

The sponge gripper surface is washable and can be cleaned to maintain hygiene standards for applications requiring sanitary handling.

How quickly can I set up and install the SMC ZGS?

The integrated ejector, valves, silencer, and pressure switch are built in, so setup requires only a single air connection and one electrical cable. The gripper weighs just 1.3 kg and mounts instantly to compatible robots using the standard ISO flange.

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SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System, 400 x 240 mm

Name: SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System, 400 x 240 mm
Brand: SMC
SKU: 3734
Price: 5295 USD
Availability: InStock

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$5,295.00

Compact integrated vacuum gripper system with 400 × 240 mm sponge suction surface, generating up to 2144 N grip force at −75 kPa for palletizing, depalletizing, and packaging of cartons, bags, and irregular items. All-in-one ejector, valves, silencer, and pressure switch assembly mounts directly to collaborative and industrial robots via ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange with single air and electrical connection.

Overview:

SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System is a collaborative robot end effector designed for reliable mixed goods handling in palletizing, depalletizing, and packaging applications. The SMC ZGS mounts to industrial and collaborative robots for flexible automation tasks.

400 × 240 mm sponge-type suction surface grips cartons, bags, uneven and soft items
Lifting force: up to 2144 N at −75 kPa
System weight: 1.3 kg
ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange for fast integration

Features:

Integrated modular ejector, valves, silencer, and pressure switch reduce setup complexity
Adjustable suction flow optimizes cycle times for varied product types and palletized loads
Single air connection and electrical cable minimize installation effort
Washable sponge gripper surface for hygienic applications

Compatibility:

The SMC ZGS vacuum gripper system is compatible with Universal Robots, Omron/Techman, FANUC, and Yaskawa collaborative robots. The design supports rapid mounting as a palletizing gripper or pick-and-place robot gripper, using the standard ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange.

Unique Value Propositions:

Integrated design saves space and reduces installation time compared to separate vacuum modules
Modular ejector configurations adapt suction capacity for efficient handling of both heavy and delicate items
Optimized for cycle time efficiency in automated palletizing and mixed goods handling

FAQ:

Can it grip soft items? Yes, the sponge-type suction surface enables safe gripping of soft and uneven goods.
What's the setup time? Typical setup is fast, requiring only one air connection and one cable for electrical integration.
Is it washable? The sponge suction surface can be cleaned for hygiene-critical operations.
Power requirements? Operation requires compressed air and low voltage electrical connection as specified in controller integration guides.

Why Choose SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System:

The SMC ZGS011PK offers a compact, modular vacuum gripper for collaborative robots, optimized for cycle time, flexibility, and seamless integration. Its suitability for handling mixed goods and rapid installation makes it a strong choice versus conventional robot grippers or cobot grippers in warehouse automation, material handling, and palletizing applications.

Weight1.3 kg

Max. ambient temperature50 °C

Payload: 2144 N
Suction Surface Size: 400 x 240 mm
Mounting Interface: ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6
Vacuum Level: -75 kPa

Grips mixed and irregular goods fast, 400 x 240 mm sponge suction surface
Tailored suction flow, modular ejector configurations optimize cycle times
Handles porous items, cartons, bags and soft goods reliably
Generates 2144 N lifting force at −75 kPa vacuum level
Mounts instantly, ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange fits Universal Robots, FANUC, Yaskawa
Single air and cable connection, integrated ejector and valves cut setup time
Washable sponge surface maintains hygiene standards, weighs just 1.3 kg

: The SMC ZGS uses an ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange and is compatible with FANUC, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, and Omron/Techman collaborative robots. Installation is fast with just one air connection and one electrical cable.
: The 400 x 240 mm sponge-type suction surface grips soft goods, cartons, bags, and uneven items reliably. The adjustable suction flow optimizes performance for different product types.
: The SMC ZGS generates 2144 N lifting force at a vacuum level of negative 75 kPa, making it suitable for mixed goods handling in palletizing and depalletizing applications.
: The sponge gripper surface is washable and can be cleaned to maintain hygiene standards for applications requiring sanitary handling.
: The integrated ejector, valves, silencer, and pressure switch are built in, so setup requires only a single air connection and one electrical cable. The gripper weighs just 1.3 kg and mounts instantly to compatible robots using the standard ISO flange.

Vacuum gripping versus finger grippers and magnetic systems:

The SMC ZGS uses sponge-surface vacuum to handle irregular, soft, and porous items that conventional parallel grippers or magnetic chucks cannot reliably pick. Choose this system when your load mix includes cartons, bags, fabric, or uneven surfaces that require gentle, non-marring contact.

For mixed carton and bag palletizing, the 400 x 240 mm sponge surface grips both flat and irregular shapes in a single gripper, eliminating tool changes.
On delicate goods or soft items, vacuum prevents crushing or surface damage that rigid fingers or magnets would cause.
In hygiene-critical operations, the washable sponge surface meets cleanliness standards that fixed grippers cannot match.
For tight robot cells, the 1.3 kg weight and integrated ejector, valves, and pressure switch cut mounting complexity and free payload compared to external vacuum modules.
On shared collaborative cells with UR, FANUC, or Yaskawa robots, the standard ISO-9409-1-50-4-M6 flange and single air and cable connection minimize setup time.

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SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System, 400 x 240 mm

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Unique Value Propositions:

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Why Choose SMC ZGS Vacuum Gripper System:

Key Specifications

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