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Translation of the original manual 2-finger parallel gripper MPG-plus Assembly and operating manual Superior Clamping and Gripping...
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Imprint Copyright: This manual remains the copyrighted property of SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. It is solely supplied to our customers and operators of our products and forms part of the product. This documentation may not be duplicated or made accessible to third parties, in particu- lar competitive companies, without our prior permission.
8.2 The module does not travel through the entire stroke? ........32 8.3 Module opens or closes abruptly? ................. 33 8.4 The gripping force drops? ..................33 8.5 Module does not achieve the opening and closing times? ........33 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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10.2 Assembly of the variant with O.D. gripping ............37 10.3 Assembly of the variant with I.D. gripping ............. 38 11 Sealing kit ........................ 39 12 Accessories kit ......................39 13 Translation of original declaration of incorporation ..........40 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Ignoring a safety note like this can lead to irreversible injury and even death. CAUTION Dangers for persons. Non-observance can cause minor injuries. NOTICE Material damage Information about avoiding material damage. WARNING Warning about hand injuries WARNING Warning about hot surfaces 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
About this manual Variants This operating manual applies for the following variations • MPG-plus without gripping force maintenance • MPG-plus with gripping force maintenance "O.D. gripping" • MPG-plus with gripping force maintenance "I.D. gripping" • MPG-plus High-temperature version (HT) Applicable documents •...
( 6, Page tion parameters 12). SCHUNK assumes that application in question was tested with the calculation program for gripping modules (SSG). The product is designed for industrial use. To use this unit as intended, it is also essential to observe the technical data and installation and operation notes in this manual and to comply with the maintenance intervals.
Using personal protective equipment When using this product, observe the relevant industrial safety regulations and use the personal protective equipment (PPE) re- quired! • Use protective gloves, safety shoes and safety goggles.. • Observe safe distances. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
WARNING Risk of injury from objects falling and being ejected • The danger zone must be surrounded by a safety fence during operation. WARNING While disassembling uncontrollable moves of parts of the grip- per possible! 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Products with a mechanical gripping force maintenance can, dur- ing energy supply failure, still move independently in the direc- tion specified by the mechanical gripping force maintenance. • Secure the end positions of the product with SCHUNK SDV-P pressure maintenance valves. WARNING...
Parts touching the work piece and wear parts are not part of the warranty. If necessary, check the application with the calculation program for gripping modules (SSG). Scope of delivery The scope of delivery includes • 2-finger parallel gripper MPG-plus in the ordered model. • Accessory pack 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
• Exact type designation of the compatible sensors see ☞ catalog. • If you require information on sensor operation, contact your SCHUNK contact person or download information from our homepage. www.schunk.com • For mounting the sensors, mounting kits are partly necessary.
The module can be mounted from the front, from the rear or on the side. Fig. 1 Assembly options Mounting from the rear 4 Centering sleeves Side mounting Thread in top jaws Side mounting Fixing bores for cylindrical pin 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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Designation MPG-plus 16 20 25 32 40 50 64 Thread in top jaws M3 M4 M4 M5 M5 M6 M8 Maximum tightening torque for 1.2 3.1 3.1 6.1 6.1 10 25 the mounting screws [Nm] 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
(a= open, b = closed) • Open only the air connections that are needed. • Close unused main air connections using the screw plugs from the enclosed pack. • For a hose-free direction connection, use the O-rings from the enclosed pack. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
• Apart from the special gripper variants the mounting kits are ne- cessary for mounting the sensors. • If you require further information on sensor operation, contact your SCHUNK contact person or download information from our homepage. • Technical data for the sensors can be found in the data sheets (included in the scope of delivery).
Mounting kit To use the inductive sensor, the gripper has to be retrofitted with a special mounting kit. This mounting kit is available from SCHUNK for the models below. Follow the instructions for proper usage of the proximity switch in (...
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4 MPG-plus 25-40: The switching lug (4) is fastened directly to the base jaw (5). MPG-plus 50-64: The switching lugs (6 and 7) with the covers (3) are fastened directly to the base jaws (5). 5 Insert both proximity switches into the holder (1) with the switch areas in the direction of the switching lug.
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2 Push forward the free proximity switch in the slots until it switches and then further forward another 0.5 mm in the same direction. 3 Tighten the screw to fix the switching point. 4 Open the gripper and close it again (Part gripped) in order to test the function. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
• Parallel switching of several sensor outputs of the same type (npn, pnp) is permissible, but does not increase the permissible load current. • Note that the leakage current of the individual sensors (approx. 2 mA) is cumulative. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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(2) on the air connection side of the gripper. NOTE In the MPG-plus 16 and 20, only the gripper positions "Gripper open" and "Gripper closed" can be monitored. Adjustable moni- toring of an intermediate position is not possible with inductive proximity switches.
4 Move the gripper to the "Closed" position and test functioning. 7.3.4 MMS-P programmable magnetic switch Fig. 12 Magnetic switch (MMS-P 22) Mounting screw Teach-button Center sensor elements LED display LED display Rips for cable tires Fig. 13 Connection diagram PNP-4 conductor (MMS-P 22) 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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Mounting of the holder Fig. 14 Vertical / horizontal attachment of the holder The holder is mounted in the vertical direction when delivered. The holder can be mounted in the horizontal direction for horizontal use of the magnetic switch. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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Mounting of the sensor contact with the internal back stop for the holder. Fig. 15 Protrusion of the mounted sensor Dimensions of the protrusion in mm Size Size MPG-plus 25 MPG-plus 40-IS MPG-plus 25-AS -6.0 MPG-plus 50 MPG-plus 25-IS MPG-plus 50-AS -16.5...
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4 Move the gripper to position 2. (e.g. „-2mm“). LED 1 (3) goes out as soon as switching point 1 is exited. 5 Briefly press the Teach button (4). LED 2 (5) lights up. The switching points are set. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
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(i.e. by shielding). Frequent types of disturbances are change in tempera- ture and electro-magnetic influences. Within the closest fine-teach mode, SCHUNK cannot guarantee EMC-compatibility any more. The hysteresis adjustment is used for the manual adjustment of the switching points (if necessary).
3 Push the sensor into the fastener until it bears against the in- ternal stop of the fastener. 4 Firmly tighten the mounting screw of the fastener. 5 Turn the mounting screw on the sensor to the right (clockwise) using an Allen key to fix the sensor in place. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Assembly MPG-plus For the grippers in size 64 no fastener is necessary. 64 / 64 IS / 64 AS Measures for the sliding block positions MPG-plus 64 X = 19,2 mm MPG-plus 64 X= 34,1 mm "I.D. gripping" MPG-plus 64 X = 19,8 mm "O.D.
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MPG-plus For grippers in this size a special fastener has to be used (please 25 / 25 IS / 25 AS / contact SCHUNK service hotline) 32 IS / 50 IS The already mounted standard fastener can not be used.
To install the FPS-S13 flexible position sensor onto the MPG-plus 40 / 50 / 64gripper, a mounting kit must be mounted on the gripper. This mounting kit can be ordered from SCHUNK. Types that can be ordered (see catalog): Direct assembly Fig.
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Assembly Mounting of the mounting kit Fig. 23 FPS mounting kit for MPG-plus 40-64 1 Fasten the bracket (1) with the two screws (2). 2 Fasten the FPS-S13 position sensor to the bracket (1) using the two screws (3) (max. tightening torque 1 Ncm).
Open the flow control valve. Component is broken, e.g. through over- Replace component or send the module loading with a repair order to SCHUNK. Ensure that the module was only used within its defined application parameters.If necessary, check the application with the calculation program for gripping modules (SSG).
If, despite of optimal air connections, the open- ing and closing times are not achieved accord- ing to the catalog, we recommend the use of quick exhaust valves direct at the module. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
The base jaws and the guides in the housing are matched to each other. To have these parts replaced, send the complete module along with a repair order to SCHUNK. Maintenance of module with gripping force maintenance "I.D. gripping" (I.D.) and "A.D. gripping" (A.D.) The pistons have to be aligned using an assembly device.
Metallic sliding surfaces microGLEIT GP 360 All seals Renolit HLT 2 Bores on the piston Renolit HLT 2 In addition to the described maintenance, the guides of the gripper can be re-lubricated as needed by means of lubricating nipples. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Fig. 25 Assembly of the variant without gripping force maintenance Wearing part, replace during maintenance. Included in the seal kit. Seal kit can only be ordered com- pletely. Positions are adapted to each other and can not be re- placed by the customer. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Fig. 26 Assembly of the variant with O.D. gripping Wearing part, replace during maintenance. Included in the seal kit. Seal kit can only be ordered com- pletely. Positions are adapted to each other and can not be re- placed by the customer. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
Fig. 27 Assembly of the variant with I.D. gripping Wearing part, replace during maintenance. Included in the seal kit. Seal kit can only be ordered com- pletely. Positions are adapted to each other and can not be re- placed by the customer. 04.01|MPG-plus |en...
• 2 x Centering sleeves for mounting • 2 x O-ring for hose-free direct connection • 2 x Screw plug for hose connection • 2 x Grub screw for MPG-plus 16/25 ID.-No. of the accessory pack Accessory pack for ID number...
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 Spann- und Greiftechnik Distributor Bahnhofstr. 106 – 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar...
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