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SCHUNK PGF 50 Assembly And Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Assembly and operating manual PGF  Two-jaw parallel gripper Translation of the original manual...
  • Page 2 Imprint Imprint Copyright: This manual is protected by copyright. The author is SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Technical changes: We reserve the right to make alterations for the purpose of technical improvement. Document number: 389277 Version: 08.00 | 07/03/2023 | en...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of Contents 1 General ..................... 5 About this manual................1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels ............. 1.1.2 Applicable documents ..............1.1.3 Sizes..................1.1.4 Variants ................... 1.2 Warranty ................... 1.3 Scope of delivery................. 1.3.1 Accessories kit ................1.4 Accessories ..................1.4.1 Seal kit ..................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 5 Assembly.................... 18 5.1 Installing and connecting ..............18 5.2 Connections ..................19 5.2.1 Mechanical connection..............19 5.2.2 Pneumatic connection..............21 5.3 Mounting the sensor................23 5.3.1 Overview of sensors ..............23 5.3.2 Inductive proximity switch IN 80 ........... 23 5.3.3 Flexible position sensor FPS-S 13............

  • Page 5: General

    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.

  • Page 6: Applicable Documents

    Assembly and operating manuals of the accessories * The documents labeled with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded from schunk.com. 1.1.3 Sizes This operating manual applies to the following sizes: PGF 50 PGF 64 PGF 80 PGF 100 PGF 125 1.1.4 Variants...

  • Page 7: Accessories Kit

    1.3.1 Accessories kit Content of the accessory pack: 6x centring sleeve for attachment 2x O-Ring for tubeless direct connection 2x screw plus for tube couplings Accessory pack for ID number PGF 50 5510572 PGF 64 5510573 PGF 80 5510574 PGF 100...

  • Page 8: Basic Safety Notes

    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. 08.00 | PGF | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389277...

  • Page 9: Gripper Fingers

    Basic safety notes 2.4 Gripper fingers Requirements of gripper fingers Accumulated energy can make the product unsafe and risk the danger of serious injuries and considerable material damage. Execute the gripper fingers in such a way that the product reaches either the "open" or "closed" position in a de- energized state.

  • Page 10: Personal Protective Equipment

    Basic safety notes Qualified personnel Due to its technical training, knowledge and experience, qualified personnel is able to perform the delegated tasks, recognize and avoid possible dangers and knows the relevant standards and regulations. Instructed person Instructed persons were instructed by the operator about the delegated tasks and possible dangers due to improper behaviour.

  • Page 11: Transport

    Basic safety notes Observe the current safety, accident prevention and environmental protection regulations regarding the product's application field. 2.9 Transport Handling during transport Incorrect handling during transport may impair the product's safety and cause serious injuries and considerable material damage. When handling heavy weights, use lifting equipment to lift the product and transport it by appropriate means.

  • Page 12: Protection During Handling And Assembly

    Basic safety notes Disconnect power sources before installation, modification, maintenance, or calibration. Ensure that no residual energy remains in the system. If the energy supply is connected, do not move any parts by hand. Do not reach into the open mechanism or movement area of the product during operation.

  • Page 13: Protection Against Electric Shock

    Basic safety notes action being dependent on the control unit and the current operating condition of the drive. Perform maintenance work, modifications, and attachments outside the danger zone defined by the movement range. To avoid accidents and/or material damage, human access to the movement range of the machine must be restricted.

  • Page 14: Notes On Particular Risks

    Basic safety notes 2.13 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. Do not leave suspended loads unattended.
  • Page 15 Secure the end positions of the product with SCHUNK SDV-P pressure maintenance valves. 08.00 | PGF | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389277...

  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Technical data 3 Technical data Designation Pressure medium Compressed air, compressed air quality according to ISO 8573-1:7 4 4 Nominal working pressure [bar] Min. pressure [bar] without gripping force maintenance with gripping force maintenance Max. pressure [bar] without gripping force maintenance with gripping force maintenance Ambient conditions and operating conditions...

  • Page 17: Design And Description

    Design and description 4 Design and description 4.1 Design 2-jaw -parallel gripper Base jaw Case Lubrication nipple connection Main compressed air connection Holder for proximity sensor 4.2 Characterization Universal parallel gripper with surface-guided base jaws. 08.00 | PGF | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389277...

  • Page 18: Assembly

    Assembly 5 Assembly 5.1 Installing and connecting 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 supply and secure against restarting.

  • Page 19: Connections

    Assembly 5.2 Connections 5.2.1 Mechanical connection Evenness of the The values apply to the whole mounting surface to which the mounting surface product is mounted. Edge length Permissible unevenness < 100 < 0.02 > 100 < 0.05 Tab.: Requirements for evenness of the mounting surface (Dimensions in mm) Connections at the base jaws Connections at the base jaws...
  • Page 20 Assembly Connections at the housing Item Mounting Side A Mounting screw Max. depth of engagement from locating surface [mm] Centering sleeve Ø 6 Ø 8 Ø 10 Ø 12 Ø 12 Side B Mounting screw Centering sleeve Ø 6 Ø 8 Ø...

  • Page 21: Pneumatic Connection

    Assembly 5.2.2 Pneumatic connection NOTE Observe the requirements for the compressed air supply, } 3 [/ 16]. In case of compressed air loss (cutting off the energy line), the components lose their dynamic effects and do not remain in a secure position. However, the use of a SDV-P pressure maintenance valve is recommended in this case in order to maintain the dynamic effect for some time.
  • Page 22 Assembly Item Connection Hose-free direct connection at the base (a = open, b = close) (A = open, B = close) Hose-free direct connection Attachment O ring Product Item Mounting Thread in the main air connections Max. depth of engagement from locating surface [mm] Thread in Hose-free direct connection...

  • Page 23: Mounting The Sensor

    – The assembly and operating manual and catalog datasheet are included in the scope of delivery for the sensors and are available at schunk.com. Information on handling sensors is available at schunk.com or from SCHUNK contact persons. 5.3.1 Overview of sensors...
  • Page 24 Note that the leakage current of the individual sensors (ca. 2 mA) is cumulative. Assembly of the The switching points for the "open" and "closed" positions are proximity switch set by SCHUNK in advance. 08.00 | PGF | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389277...
  • Page 25 Assembly Gripper open: Push proximity switch 1 (2) as far as possible into the bracket (11) until it touches the control cam (8). Pull back proximity switch 1 (2) 0.5 - 1 mm. Fasten the proximity switch by tightening the attachment screw (10).
  • Page 26 Assembly Part gripped (I.D. gripping): Push proximity switch 1 (2) as far as possible into the bracket (11). Pull back proximity switch 1 (2) 0.5 - 1 mm. Clamp the part to be gripped. Loosen the set-screw (4). Turn the set-screw (4) back approx. one turn. Push control cam 1 (8) over proximity switch 1 (2) from the outside until it switches by unscrewing the set-screw (5).

  • Page 27: Flexible Position Sensor Fps-S 13

    Assembly 5.3.3 Flexible position sensor FPS-S 13 Flexible position sensor FPS-S 13 In order to use the flexible position sensor FPS-S13, the gripper must be equipped with a special mounting kit. Mounting of the mounting kit Attach the holder (1) to the housing with screws (3). NOTICE Damage due to excessive pulling force of the screws (5)! Excessive clamping force can lead to damage to the holder (1).

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Unused air connections open. Close unused air connections. Flow control valve closed. Open the flow control valve. Component part defective. Replace component or send it to SCHUNK for repair. 6.2 Product is not executing the complete stroke Possible cause Corrective action Dirt deposits between cover and piston.

  • Page 29: Gripping Force Is Dropping

    Pressure drops below minimum. Check air supply. } 3 [/ 16] Component part defective. Replace component or send it to SCHUNK for repair. 6.5 Product does not achieve the opening and closing times Possible cause Corrective action Compressed air lines are not installed If present: Open the flow control couplings on optimally.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance 7 Maintenance 7.1 Notes Original spare parts Use only original spare parts of SCHUNK when replacing spare and wear parts. Replacement of the housing and base jaws The base jaws and the guides in the housing are matched to each other.

  • Page 31: Lubricants/Lubrication Points (Basic Lubrication)

    Maintenance 7.3 Lubricants/Lubrication points (basic lubrication) During maintenance, treat all greased areas with lubricant. Thinly apply lubricant with a lint-free cloth. SCHUNK recommends the lubricants listed. Lubricant point Lubricant Metallic sliding surfaces Rivolta F.L.G. GT-2 All seals Rivolta F.L.G. GT-2 Bore hole at the piston Rivolta F.L.G.

  • Page 32: Disassemble The Product

    Maintenance 7.4 Disassemble the product 7.4.1 Version without gripping force maintenance Position of the item numbers } 8 [/ 38] 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.

  • Page 33: Version With Gripping Force Maintenance I.d

    Maintenance WARNING! Risk of injury due to spring forces! The cover is under spring tension. Carefully disassemble the module. Clamp the module into the vise between the base jaws (2) and the cover (5) in such a manner to allow the four screws (51) to still be removed.
  • Page 34 Maintenance Remove the compressed air lines. WARNING! Risk of injury due to spring forces! The cover is under spring tension. Carefully disassemble the module. Clamp the module into the vise between the base jaws (2) and the cover (5) in such a manner to allow the four screws (51) to still be removed.

  • Page 35: Product Maintenance And Assembly

    Maintenance 7.5 Product maintenance and assembly Maintenance Clean all parts thoroughly and check for damage and wear. Treat all greased areas with lubricant. } 7.3 [/ 31] Oil or grease bare external steel parts. Replace all wear parts / seals. – Position of the wearing parts } 8 [/ 38] –...

  • Page 36: Tightening Torque For Screws

    Maintenance Push the base jaw (2) with the diagonal pull (3) into the housing (1). Pull the base jaws (2) apart up to the limit stop. Check whether the thread of the diagonal pull (3) protrudes into the piston rod bore hole of the housing (1). Insert the centering sleeves (5).

  • Page 37: Assembly Device Cylinder Piston With Gripping Force Maintenance

    Section A-A Section B-B Assembly device Tab.: Assembly device cylinder piston - Size in mm Size D6 D7 PGF 50 M6 5 6.8 4.6 2.5 22 PGF 64 M6 5.5 10 6.8 5.7 2.5 18 PGF 80 M8 6.8 11 6.8 3...

  • Page 38: Assembly Drawing

    Assembly drawing 8 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 variants O.D. gripping / I.D. gripping / without maintenance of gripping force Wearing part, replace during maintenance.

  • Page 39: Translation Of The Original Declaration Of Incorporation

    Directive 2006/42/EG, Annex II, Part 1.B of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery. Hersteller/ SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG Clamping and gripping technology Inverkehrbringer Bahnhofstr. 106 - 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar We hereby declare that on the date of the declaration the following partly completed machine complied with all basic safety and health regulations found in the directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery.

  • Page 40: Ukca Declaration Of Incorporation

    UKCA declaration of incorporation 10 UKCA declaration of incorporation in accordance with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Manufacturer/ SCHUNK Intec Limited Distributor Clamping and gripping technology 3 Drakes Mews, Crownhill MK8 0ER Milton Keynes We hereby declare that on the date of the declaration the following partly completed machine complied with all basic safety and health regulations found in the "Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008".

  • Page 41: Annex To Declaration Of Incorporation

    Annex to declaration of Incorporation 11 Annex to declaration of Incorporation in accordance with 2006/42/EC, Appendix II, no. 1 B as well as in accordance with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. 1. Description of the basic safety and health protection requirements, as per 2006/42/EC, Annex I and per the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, that apply to and are fulfilled for the scope of the incomplete machine: Product designation Two-jaw parallel gripper...
  • Page 42 Annex to declaration of Incorporation Control Systems 1.2.6 Failure of the power supply Protection against mechanical hazards 1.3.1 Risk of loss of stability 1.3.2 Risk of break-up during operation 1.3.3 Risks due to falling or ejected objects 1.3.4 Risks due to surfaces, edges or angles 1.3.5 Risks related to combined machinery 1.3.6...
  • Page 43 Annex to declaration of Incorporation Risks due to other hazards 1.5.12 Laser radiation 1.5.13 Emissions of hazardous materials and substances 1.5.14 Risk of being trapped in a machine 1.5.15 Risk of slipping, tripping or falling 1.5.16 Lightning Maintenance 1.6.1 Machinery maintenance 1.6.2 Access to operating positions and servicing points 1.6.3...
  • Page 44 Annex to declaration of Incorporation The classification from Annex 1 is to be supplemented from here forward. Supplementary essential health and safety requirements for machinery intended for underground work Supplementary essential health and safety requirements for machinery presenting particular hazards due to the lifting of persons 08.00 | PGF | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389277...
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  • Page 48 SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG Clamping and gripping technology Bahnhofstr. 106 - 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar Tel. +49-7133-103-0 Fax +49-7133-103-2399 info@de.schunk.com schunk.com Folgen Sie uns I Follow us Wir drucken nachhaltig I We print sustainable...

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