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BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM BPGS10H User Manual...
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BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL This instruction manual supports Bimba standard components only. If special components are included based on a customer’s specifications or special request, it is the customer’s responsibility to consult support materials and technical support specific to these special components provided by the third party manufacturers.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual PURPOSE This document instructs the operator how to use the BPGS10H Grippers SCOPE This work instruction covers Port Size and Operation, unlocking of jaws and setting open jaw angles. SAFETY Safety glasses or approved eye protection must be worn at all times. Steps involving chemical bonding require the use of proper ventilation and skin protection in accordance with manufacturer's MSDS.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual GRIPPER UNLOCK 1. Release jaw by using a hex key or flat screwdriver and push on drive pin through slot in side plate. JAW REMOVAL 1. Unlock gripper as shown above and remove pad(s) from existing jaws. Set a side for reassembly. 2.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual 5. For lower jaws (11103 and 10151): Remove bushing from lower jaw using a small flat screwdriver or hex key and set aside for re-assembly. Lower jaw should be rotated completely down before removal. Lift up on front of jaw by pad so there is an angle between the jaw and frame.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual 4. For upper jaws (10150 and 11102): Apply high-temperature grease to cam and inside of jaw. Replace bushing over drive pin and onto gripper. Align hole in jaw with boss on frame and cam with bushing. Slide jaw over boss and drive pin so that the jaw rests on the gripper.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual INSTALLING AN INDIRECT SENSOR 1. To install an Indirect Sensor, apply a liberal amount of high temperature grease to brass bushing prongs inside sensor. Next, move the brass bushing in the sensor to align with the drive rod slot in the gripper. This must be done to correctly install sensor.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual 4. To secure sensor to gripper, flip over while holding sensor to ensure that bushing and drive rod are still aligned. Clean all three M4 X 30mm SHCS for sensor and insert through gripper body and into sensor. Tighten M4 SHCS to 50in-lb.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual CALIBRATING INDIRECT SENSOR Sensor must be calibrated whenever any part of the gripper is replaced including pads. 1. Part Present a) To program the sensor for a particular material thickness, apply air to the gripper and grip on the material thickness which is to be used for the particular job.
BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE a) Remove excess grease from outer surfaces of gripper. b) No required maintenance. QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS a) Verify that jaws shall open freely. Look for any irregular movement, binding, or interference. SPECIFICATIONS Gripper Throat Depth...
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BPGS10H PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM User Manual TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS Visit the Bimba website for additional models, drawings, and further documentation. www.bimba.com SUPPLIER CONTACT To purchase gripper products, accessories, or receive further information, contact your local Bimba distributor or contact Bimba directly. Bimba Manufacturing Headquarters 25150 S Governors Hwy University Park, Illinois 60484 Phone: 708-534-8544...
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