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Translation of original operating manual Assembly and Operating Manual 2-finger parallel gripper...
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Imprint Copyright: This manual is protected by copyright. The author is SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, processing, distribution (making available to third parties), translation or other usage - even excerpts - of the manual is especially prohibited and requires our written approval.
Table of Contents Table of Contents General........................ 5 About this manual .................... 5 1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels ............... 5 1.1.2 Applicable documents ................ 6 1.1.3 Sizes ...................... 6 1.1.4 Variants..................... 6 Warranty ...................... 6 Scope of delivery .................... 6 Accessories ...................... 7 Basic safety notes .................... 8 Intended use......................
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting ..................... 25 Module does not move?.................. 25 The module does not travel through the entire stroke? ........ 25 Product is opening or closing abruptly ............... 25 Gripping force is dropping .................. 25 Product does not achieve the opening and closing times ........ 26 Maintenance ...................... 27 Notes ........................
General 1 General 1.1 About this manual This manual contains important information for a safe and appropriate use of the product. This manual is an integral part of the product and must be kept accessible for the personnel at all times. Before starting work, the personnel must have read and understood this operating manual.
• Catalog data sheet of the purchased product * • Assembly and operating manuals of the accessories * The documents marked with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded on our homepage schunk.com 1.1.3 Sizes This operating manual applies to the following sizes: •...
General 1.4 Accessories A wide range of accessories are available for this product For information regarding which accessory articles can be used with the corresponding product variants, see catalog data sheet. Content of the sealing kit: • 4x Moulded seal •...
Use of unauthorized spare parts Using unauthorized spare parts can endanger personnel and damage the product or cause it to malfunction. • Use only original spare parts or spares authorized by SCHUNK. 07.00 | PHL | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389508...
Basic safety notes 2.5 Gripper fingers Requirements for the gripper fingers Stored energy within the product creates the risk of serious injuries and significant property damage. • Arrange the gripper fingers in a way that the product reaches either the position "open" or "closed" in a de-energized state. •...
Basic safety notes 2.8 Personal protective equipment Use of personal protective equipment Personal protective equipment serves to protect staff against danger which may interfere with their health or safety at work. • When working on and with the product, observe the occupational health and safety regulations and wear the required personal protective equipment.
Basic safety notes 2.11 Malfunctions Behavior in case of malfunctions • Immediately remove the product from operation and report the malfunction to the responsible departments/persons. • Order appropriately trained personnel to rectify the malfunction. • Do not recommission the product until the malfunction has been rectified.
Basic safety notes Incorrect lifting of loads Falling loads may cause serious injuries and even death. • Stand clear of suspended loads and do not step into their swiveling range. • Never move loads without supervision. • Do not leave suspended loads unattended. 2.13.2 Protection during commissioning and operation Falling or violently ejected components Falling and violently ejected components can cause serious injuries...
Basic safety notes 2.14 Notes on particular risks DANGER Risk of fatal injury from suspended loads! Falling loads can cause serious injuries and even death. Stand clear of suspended loads and do not step within their • swiveling range. Never move loads without supervision. •...
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Secure the end positions of the product with SCHUNK SDV-P • pressure maintenance valves. 07.00 | PHL | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389508...
* For use in dirty ambient conditions (e.g. sprayed water, vapors, abrasion or processing dust) SCHUNK offers corresponding product options as standard. SCHUNK also offers customized solutions for special applications in dirty ambient conditions. More technical data is included in the catalog data sheet.
Assembly 4 Assembly 4.1 Mechanical connection WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements! If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system, components can move unexpectedly and cause serious injuries. Before starting any work on the product: Switch off the power •...
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Assembly Mounting material Item Mounting PHL 25 PHL 32 PHL 40 PHL 50 PHL 63 1 Thread diameter for mounting A 2 Thread diameter for mounting B Length of thread in the housing [mm] 07.00 | PHL | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389508...
Assembly 4.2 Assembly of the top jaws The centering sleeves (2) are included in the scope of delivery. The screws for mounting the top jaws must be ordered by the customer: CAUTION Damaging of the gripper, if the maximum depth of engagement is exceeded.
Assembly 4.3 Pneumatic connection WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements! If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system, components can move unexpectedly and cause serious injuries. Before starting any work on the product: Switch off the power •...
• Information on handling sensors is available at schunk.com or from SCHUNK contact persons. 07.00 | PHL | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389508...
Assembly 4.4.1 Overview of sensors Designation Inductive proximity switch IN 80 Magnetic switch MMS 22 Reed switch RMS 22 Programmable magnetic switch MMS 22-PI1 4.4.2 Mounting inductive proximity switch IN 80 Groove 1 Groove 2 Mounting inductive proximity switch IN 80 Groove PHL 25-G 25-W...
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Assembly Slide T-nut (9) and bracket (4) into one of the grooves of the Ø housing (see table). Slide sensor (including bracket and T-nut) from the side on Ø which the base jaw is located, with minimum distance to the control cam in the direction of the gripper center until the sensor switches.
Assembly 4.4.3 Magnetic switch MMS 22 / RMS 22 CAUTION Material damage due to an incorrect tightening torque! If the threaded pin is tightened with an incorrect tightening torque, the product may be damaged. Observe a maximum tightening torque of 10 Ncm for the set- •...
Assembly Part gripped (O.D. gripping): Clamp the part to be gripped. Ø Slide the magnetic switch (2) from the side closer to the jaw Ø from the front into one of the grooves until the proximity switch switches. Clamp the magnetic switch (2) in the groove in this position by Ø...
Mounting surface is not sufficiently flat. Check the evenness of the mounting surface. Mechanical connection 16] Component part defective. Send product with a SCHUNK repair order or dismantle product. 5.3 Product is opening or closing abruptly Possible cause Corrective action Too little grease in the mechanical guiding Clean and lubricate product.
If, despite optimum air connections, the opening and closing times specified in the catalogue are not achieved, SCHUNK recommends the use of quick-air-vent- valves directly at the product. 07.00 | PHL | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389508...
The base jaws of the guides are matched to each other. To have these parts replaced, send the complete rail system along with a repair order to SCHUNK or order the rail system set as a spare part. 6.1.2 Exchanging the rail and base jaws version W The carriages of the rail system are matched to each other and cannot be exchanged separately.
Maintenance 6.3 Lubricants/Lubrication points (basic lubrication) SCHUNK recommends the lubricants listed. During maintenance, treat all greased areas with lubricant. Thinly apply lubricant with a lint-free cloth. Lubricant point Lubricant Metallic sliding surfaces Toothgood 1 Sliding surfaces within the Sealgood 1...
Maintenance • Please take care to ensure that always the same lubricant is used in order to avoid gumming in the lubrication channels. Should a different lubricant be used, a compatibility test must be carried out. 6.4 Disassembly and assembly 6.4.1 Version without gripping force maintenance Position of the item numbers Assembly drawing...
Maintenance 6.4.2 Variant with gripping force maintenance Position of the item numbers Assembly drawing 32] WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements! If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system, components can move unexpectedly and cause serious injuries.
Maintenance Carefully remove the preloaded spring assemblies on both sides. Ø During maintenance keep the preloaded spring assemblies in a Ø safe place where they are protected against dirt and external loading. Remove seals (31). Ø Unscrew screws (121). Ø Pull out cylinder pistons (4), making sure that the cylinder Ø...
Maintenance 6.6 Assembly drawing The following figures are example images. They serve for illustration and assignment of the spare parts. Variations are possible depending on size and variant. Assembly of the variant without gripping force maintenance Included in the seal kit. Seal kit can only be ordered completely.
7 Translation of original declaration of incorporation in terms of the Directive 2006/42/EG, Annex II, Part 1.B of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery. Manufacturer/ SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG Clamping and gripping technology Distributor Bahnhofstr. 106 - 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar...
Translation of original declaration of incorporation 7.1 Annex to Declaration of Incorporation according 2006/42/EG, Annex II, No. 1 B 1.Description of the essential health and safety requirements pursuant to 2006/42/EC, Annex I that are applicable and that have been fulfilled with: Product designation 2-finger parallel gripper Type designation ID number...
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Translation of original declaration of incorporation Protection against mechanical hazards 1.3.6 Risks related to variations in operating conditions 1.3.7 Risks related to moving parts 1.3.8 Choice of protection against risks arising from moving parts 1.3.8.1 Moving transmission parts 1.3.8.2 Moving parts involved in the process 1.3.9 Risks of uncontrolled movements Required characteristics of guards and protective devices...
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Translation of original declaration of incorporation Information 1.7.1 Information and warnings on the machinery 1.7.1.1 Information and information devices 1.7.1.2 Warning devices 1.7.2 Warning of residual risks 1.7.3 Marking of machinery 1.7.4 Instructions 1.7.4.1 General principles for the drafting of instructions 1.7.4.2 Contents of the instructions 1.7.4.3...
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