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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This manual is intended for users of CVGL series carbon vacuum grippers.
It contains all the information you need to integrate the grippers on cobots, as well as the instructions
for use and maintenance.
The operating instructions were originally drafted in French. The original version must be kept for any
future use.
Subject to technical changes, mistakes or printing errors.
For further information, please contact COVAL:
INTERNATIONAL:
• E-mail: coval@coval.com
• Tel.: +33 (0)4 75 59 91 91
USA:
• E-mail: coval.us@coval.com
• Tel.: (919) 233 4855
PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING THIS PRODUCT,
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW
Retrouvez tous les documents en differentes langues sur le site COVAL :
All documents are available in multiple languages on the COVAL website:
Finden Sie alle Dokumente in verschiedenen Sprachen auf der COVAL-Homepage:
Tutti i documenti nelle differenti lingue sono presenti sul sito COVAL:
Podra encontrar todos los documentos en diferentes idiomas en la pagina web de COVAL:
https://doc.coval.com/CVGL
CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1)
THE INSTRUCTIONS.
ZA Les Petits Champs
10 Allée Jean-Baptiste Venturi
26120 Montélier - France
Web :
https://doc.coval.com/CVGL
https://doc.coval.com/CVGL
https://doc.coval.com/CVGL
https://doc.coval.com/CVGL
COVAL S.A.S
www.coval.com
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- Page 1 Finden Sie alle Dokumente in verschiedenen Sprachen auf der COVAL-Homepage: https://doc.coval.com/CVGL Tutti i documenti nelle differenti lingue sono presenti sul sito COVAL: https://doc.coval.com/CVGL Podra encontrar todos los documentos en diferentes idiomas en la pagina web de COVAL: https://doc.coval.com/CVGL CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers CONTENTS: IMPORTANT INFORMATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 3.1 INSTALLING THE VACUUM GRIPPER 3.2 COMMISSIONING AND DECOMMISSIONING 3.3 OPERATING THE VACUUM GRIPPER 3.4 TRANSPORTING/STORING THE VACUUM GRIPPER 3.5 MAINTENANCE 3.6 DISPOSAL NAMEPLATE IDENTIFYING YOUR MODEL TECHNOLOGIES USED 6.1 GRIPPING INTERFACE... -
Page 4: Important Information
Failure to observe the instructions specified in this document may lead to injury or even death! • COVAL will not be held liable for any damage or breakdown as a consequence of failure to observe instructions. For any additional information, please contact COVAL:... -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Only qualified personnel is authorized to use the components. Such personnel must be trained in the following areas: . Installing pressure and electrical equipment . Applicable safety rules and requirements for using components and installing them in devices, machines, and machine lines . -
Page 6: Instructions For Use
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 3.1 INSTALLING THE VACUUM GRIPPER In order to ensure flawless installation and operation, the following rules must also be observed: . Vacuum grippers must be carefully removed from their packaging. -
Page 7: Transporting/Storing The Vacuum Gripper
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 3.4 TRANSPORTING/STORING THE VACUUM GRIPPER When handling the vacuum gripper, only use equipment that is suitable for its dimensions and weight. For proper storage of the system and its spare parts, we recommend the following: •... -
Page 8: Identifying Your Model
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 5. IDENTIFYING YOUR MODEL CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) page 8/34... - Page 9 Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) page 9/34...
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Page 10: Technologies Used
With CVGL, COVAL gives you a choice of 3 complementary gripping interface technologies: vacuum grippers with foam, suction cup grippers, and grippers with a COVAL-flex interface. In order to optimize the performance of the CVGL series for different applications, the vacuum grippers are available in different gripping patterns, hole diameters, and cup sizes. -
Page 11: Flow Control Technologies
CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 6.2 Flow Control Technologies COVAL offers 3 flow control technologies to optimize your vacuum gripper and perfectly respond to the constraints of your application. The COVAL vacuum management team will assist you in the selection and configuration of your CVGL vacuum gripper. -
Page 12: Dimensions And Mounting Options
CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 7.2. DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING OPTIONS COVAL CVGL series vacuum grippers (with external vacuum generator) can be mounted on all types of automated or robotic systems, using M8 spacers that slide in the grooves of the aluminum profile. - Page 13 Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers VERSIONS D1 OR D2, with control (1 integrated CMS HDE series vacuum generator) . CVGL 424 and 624: 4 x M8 spacers . CVGL 824: 8 x M8 spacers Permissible tightening torques: . Spacers: 20 Nm .
- Page 14 Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 7.3. GRIPPING INTERFACE DIMENSIONS Suction Cup Gripping Interface Foam Gripping Interface COVAL-flex Gripping Interface Option: quick installation of the interface Option: HMI mounted on the vacuum generator CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) page 14/34...
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Page 15: Installing The Vacuum Gripper
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 8. INSTALLING THE VACUUM GRIPPER 8.1 Pneumatic Supply for Vacuum Grippers Equipped with One or More CMS HDE Vacuum Generators (CVGL Version D1, D2, And D3) (Note: For CVGL vacuum gripper without vacuum generator [version G0], see the section entitled “Connecting an external vacuum source”). -
Page 16: Cvgl Versions D1 And D2
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 8.2.1 CVGL Versions D1 and D2 Connect the compressed air to the G3/8" connection on the CMS HDE series multi-stage vacuum generator. Permissible tightening torques: . Pressure connection: 10 Nm Version CVGL_N: Versions CVGL_S or V:... -
Page 17: Connecting The Vacuum Switch
8.4 Electrical Connections CVGL WITH VACUUM GENERATOR CONTROL (versions S and V) When required, CVGL series vacuum grippers with integrated vacuum generator (versions D1 and D2) can be equipped with a vacuum and/or blow-off control valve to optimize the release of gripped objects. -
Page 18: Cvgl With Vacuum Level Display (Versions Va And Vf)
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 8.5 CVGL WITH VACUUM LEVEL DISPLAY (Versions VA and VF) When required, CVGL series grippers can include a vacuum level display with an electronic vacuum switch or vacuum gauge: 9. MAIN FEATURES . Temperature: from 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) . -
Page 19: Operating The Vacuum Gripper
We advise against using the CVGL for vertical gripping as the foam could deteriorate quickly o In rare cases of vertical use, tests should be performed prior to commercial use o COVAL will not be held liable for any premature foam degradation CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) -
Page 20: Version With Foam And Flow Control Technology Using Valves
(closing of valves), the vacuum level will be high even when the object is not present. Note: We recommend always performing preliminary tests with samples of the objects to be handled. Contact the COVAL team to perform validation tests, if necessary. CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) page 20/34... -
Page 21: Version With Foam And Flow Control Technology Using Flow Control Nozzle
Depending on the load’s weight and/or center of gravity, the foam may deteriorate quickly. We recommend always performing preliminary tests on actual samples of the objects to be handled. Contact the COVAL team to perform validation tests if necessary. CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) -
Page 22: Version With Suction Cup Interface
Note: We recommend always performing preliminary tests on actual samples of the objects to be handled. Contact the COVAL team to perform validation tests if necessary. CVGL_CMSHDE_INSTRUCTIONS_COVAL_EN_2023_V01 (sans VX-V1) page 22/34... -
Page 23: Version With Coval-Flex Interface
Note: Handling with the gripper in a vertical position may subject the COVAL-flex interface to shearing stress. Depending on the load’s weight and/or center of gravity, the COVAL-flex interface may deteriorate quickly. -
Page 24: Maintenance
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 11. MAINTENANCE 11.1 FREQUENCY Determination of the maintenance frequency according to the rates, environment, and type of load. => To be defined by the user according to gripping efficiency and visible wear of foam. -
Page 25: Assembling/Disassembling Gripping Interfaces
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 11.2 ASSEMBLING/DISASSEMBLING GRIPPING INTERFACES There are two options for maintenance: Replace either only the foam or suction cups or replace the entire gripping interface. Removing the interface: 2 mounting versions available: Screwed gripping interface: The interfaces are screwed to the vacuum gripper’s aluminum profile. -
Page 26: Replacing The Gripping Foam
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 11.3 REPLACING THE GRIPPING FOAM 2. Clean the plate with a chemical degreaser 1. Manually remove the used FOAM (e.g. NECTRAL) to remove unwanted interface. compounds (adhesive residue, grease, etc.). 4. Remove the protective film. -
Page 27: Performing Airtightness Test On Vacuum Gripper
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 11.5 DISASSEMBLING THE CMS HDE Series VACUUM GENERATOR 1. Unscrew the 4 CHC M4X8 screws to remove the CMS HDE from the aluminum profile. CMSHDE90X__ (Note: Pay attention to the seal.) 2. Replace the CMS HDE (see part number in section 12.3) -
Page 28: Spare Parts
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 12. SPARE PARTS 12.1 FOAM GRIPPING INTERFACE 12.1.1 Complete Spare Foam Gripping Interface Complete gripping interface for CVGL “Mini” type foam Complete interface for CVGL “mini” type foam with flow control nozzles (CVGL __QF2S H_) -
Page 29: Spare Foam Bases
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 12.1.2 Spare Foam Bases Foam bases for CVGL “mini” type foam (CVGL __QF2S _) Part For model Designation number 80004220 CVGL424QF2SX_ Foam base for CVGL424QF2SX (Foam dimensions 420 x 118 mm, with Ø12 mm holes... -
Page 30: Spare Suction Cups
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers Complete interface length 624 mm for CVGL624____ Screw mounting Part number Description CPL624QVSP14BFXHX Complete interface for CVGL624QVSP14BFXHX (“mini” type gripping interface, staggered layout, 2.5 bellows suction cups Ø14 mm silicone 30 shore with flow control nozzles, screw mounting) CPL624QVSA25JIXHX Complete interface for CVGL624QVSA25JIXHX (“medium”... -
Page 31: Vacuum Switch And Vacuum Gauge
Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers 12.3 CMSL Series Multi-stage Vacuum Generator for CVGL---D1, D2 or D3 Generator without control valve: CVGL _ _ _ N Part number Description CMSHDE90X50NVOG4K Multi-stage vacuum generator for CVGL _ _ _ D1N0K CMSHDE90X100NVOG4K... -
Page 32: Glossary
DO: Digital output 14. WARRANTY We provide a warranty for this product and for any COVAL spare parts in accordance with our general terms of sale (GTS). The exclusive use of COVAL spare parts is a condition required to ensure the product’s flawless operation and we will not be held liable for any damage resulting from the use of spare parts or accessories that are not manufactured by COVAL. -
Page 33: Declaration Of Conformity
ZA les petits champs 26120 Montélier France Declare that the product: Designation: CVGL Series vacuum grippers Brand: COVAL Complies with the requirements of the following directives and standards: - 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive, 17/05/2006 - 2011/65/EU, Restriction of the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS 2),... - Page 34 Operating Instructions CVGL Series Vacuum Grippers A TECHNOLOGICAL PARTNER ON A GLOBAL SCALE Located in the southeast region of France, COVAL The references of COVAL can be found in conceives, manufactures and globally distributes several industrial sectors (Packaging, high performance, advanced vacuum automation...
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