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Assembly and Operating Manual PLG Configurable Pneumatic 2-Finger Long-Stroke Gripper Translation of Original Operating Manual...
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Imprint Imprint Copyright: This manual is protected by copyright. The author is SCHUNK SE & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Technical changes: We reserve the right to make alterations for the purpose of technical improvement. Document number: 1517334 Version: 06.00 | 19/08/2024 | en...
Inhaltsverzeichnis Table of Contents 1 General ..................... 5 About this manual................1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels ............. 1.1.2 Definition of Terms ..............1.1.3 Applicable documents ..............1.1.4 Sizes and variants ..............1.2 Warranty ................... 1.3 Scope of delivery................. 1.4 Accessories ..................2 Basic safety notes ................
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Inhaltsverzeichnis 6.3 Mounting the sensor................32 6.3.1 Overview of sensors ..............32 6.3.2 Mounting the inductive proximity switch ........33 6.3.3 Note on the Balluff BIR inductive analog position sensor ....34 6.4 Adjusting freely positionable end stops............ 35 7 Troubleshooting................... 36 7.1 Product does not move.................
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.
Assembly and operating manuals of the accessories * Assembly and Operating Manual for Position Clamping ** The documents labeled with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded from schunk.com/downloads. Documents marked with asterisks (**) can be downloaded from www.mayr.com. 1.1.4 Sizes and variants...
General 1.2 Warranty If the product is used as intended, the warranty is valid for 12 months from the ex-works delivery date under the following conditions: Observe the specified maintenance and lubrication intervals Observe the ambient conditions and operating conditions Parts touching the workpiece and wear parts are not included in the warranty.
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. 06.00 | PLG | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 1517334...
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"...
Basic safety notes Instructed person Instructed persons were instructed by the operator about the delegated tasks and possible dangers due to improper behaviour. Service personnel of Due to its technical training, knowledge and experience, service the manufacturer personnel of the manufacturer is able to perform the delegated tasks and to recognize and avoid possible dangers.
Basic safety notes 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. Secure the product against falling during transportation and handling.
Basic safety notes 2.12.1 Protection during handling and assembly Incorrect handling and assembly Incorrect handling and assembly may impair the product's safety and cause serious injuries and considerable material damage. Have all work carried out by appropriately qualified personnel. For all work, secure the product against accidental operation. Observe the relevant accident prevention rules.
Basic safety notes fence must be rigid enough to withstand the maximum possible movement energy. EMERGENCY STOP switches must be easily and quickly accessible. Before starting up the machine or automated system, check that the EMERGENCY STOP system is working. Prevent operation of the machine if this protective equipment does not function correctly.
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Secure the end positions of the product with SCHUNK SDV-P pressure maintenance valves. 06.00 | PLG | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 1517334...
Technical data 3 Technical data Connection data Designation Pressure medium Compressed air, compressed air quality according to ISO 8573‐1:2010 [7:4:4] Nominal operating pressure [bar] Minimum pressure [bar] Maximum pressure [bar] Minimum pressure position clamping [bar] Ambient conditions and operating conditions Designation Ambient temperature [°C] min.
Positions for the individually configurable options Page 1: Name plate with product designation Page 2: SCHUNK name plate 4.1.1 Position clamping Position clamping The spring-loaded closing and pneumatically opening ROBA® linear stop clamps a piston rod steplessly and free from play.
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Design and description 4.1.1.1 Cable outlet NOTE The cable outlet is mounted depending on the configuration of the position clamp. Cable outlet at position 1.1 or 2.2. Cable outlet on position 1.1 or 2.2 Variant ASY and cable NOTE outlet at position 1.1 With the ASY variant and the selection "Position clamping incl.
Design and description 4.2 Description Pneumatic 2-finger parallel gripper with long jaw stroke, high gripping force and profiled rail guide for the use of long gripper fingers By pressure actuation of the opposite piston, the base jaws are guided by a carrier on the piston, and are set in motion. The synchronization of the jaw stroke is done with a rack and pinion principle.
Transport 5 Transport WARNING Risk of injury from falling of the product! During transport and assembly the product may fall down and cause serious injuries. Secure unit with adequately sized straps. Use transport threads. Wear appropriate safety equipment. Left: without adapter plate / Right: one-piece adapter plate Fasten eye bolts to the threads/through-holes (1) provided for this purpose.
Assembly 6 Assembly 6.1 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.
Assembly 6.2 Connections 6.2.1 Mechanical connection 6.2.1.1 Connections on the housing Mounting the gripper The product offers different options for mounting on robots or gantries, which can be configured: without adapter plate, [/ 23]. } 6.2.1.1 with one-piece adapter plate, [/ 24]. } 6.2.1.1 with one-piece adapter plate and blank (without drilling pattern), customer-side assembly.
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Assembly Mounting without NOTE adapter plate Customer-side adapter plate to be designed according to the application! All existing threads must be used! Item Mounting Thread Required number of screws 8 – 16 [piece] Mounting screw according to DIN EN ISO 4762 standard Mounting screw strength class 12.9...
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Assembly Mounting with one- NOTE piece adapter plate Customer-side adapter plate to be designed according to the application! All existing threads must be used! Item Mounting Through-hole for mounting screws Required number of screws [piece] Mounting screw according to DIN EN ISO 4762 standard Mounting screw strength class 12.9...
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Assembly Mounting with NOTE complete adapter All existing threads must be used! plate Item Mounting Mounting screw Required number of screws [piece] Mounting screw according to DIN EN ISO 4762 standard Mounting screw strength class 12.9 Max. tightening torque [Nm] Cylindrical pin [mm] Ø6 Ø8...
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Assembly Designation Description */** ISO80 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-80-6-M8 ISO100 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-100-6-M8 ISO125 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-125-6-M10 ISO160/M10 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-160-6-M10 ISO160/M12 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-160-11-M12 ISO200/M12 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-200-12-M12 ISO200/M16 Complete adapter plate EN ISO 9409-1-200-12-M16...
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Assembly 6.2.1.2 Connections to the base jaws NOTE The data sheet contains all dimensions for mounting the gripper fingers. Connections at the base jaws Item Mounting Thread in base jaws Required number of screws per base jaw [piece] Mounting screw strength class 12.9 Max.
Assembly 6.2.2 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 supply and secure against restarting.
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Assembly SYN and OSY variant Pneumatic connection for SYN and OSY variant Main connections (A = open, B = close) Compressed air connection (C) for position clamping/quick air relief valve Note: In the de-energized state, the position clamping is activated, } 3 [/ 15].
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Assembly Variant ASY NOTE For the ASY variant, the main air connections must be pressurized on both sides. Each side controls only the left base jaw. Pneumatic connection variant ASY Main connections (A = open, B = close) Compressed air connection (C) for position clamping/quick air relief valve Note: In the de-energized state, the position clamping is activated,...
Assembly 6.2.3 Electrical connection - "KP" variant CAUTION Risk of damage to the electronics! A faulty connection can cause damage to the internal electronics. Voltage supply and control PNP/closer NOTE The variant with position clamping (KP) has one sensor per clamping element.
– 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. 6.3.1 Overview of sensors...
Assembly 6.3.2 Mounting the inductive proximity switch CAUTION Risk of damage to the sensor during assembly! Observe the maximal tightening torque. Mounting and adjusting the sensor Note: If the product has been configured with sensors, steps 1-3 are omitted. Loosen the screw (4) on the bracket (2). Slide the sensor (1) to the stop in the bracket (2).
Assembly 6.3.3 Note on the Balluff BIR inductive analog position sensor Information on operating and adjusting the sensor system can be found in the sensor operating manual (http://www.Balluff.com). Sensor data Sensor designation Range of stroke Ident number [mm] Balluff BIR 200 100 ...
Assembly 6.4 Adjusting freely positionable end stops When delivered, end stops are pre-assembled to the innermost or outermost position possible. These can be adjusted to the desired stroke-limiting positions. In each mounting position, the stop (2) can be moved by ±12.5 mm. Note: End stops have to be positioned so that the movable stop of the base jaw (4) strikes simultaneously on both sides.
Close unused air connections. Position clamping not released. Check air supply. } 3 [/ 15] Component part defective. Replace component or send it to SCHUNK for repair. 7.2 Product does not execute a complete stroke Possible cause Corrective action Pressure drops below minimum.
Pressure drops below minimum. Check air supply. } 3 [/ 15] Component part defective. Replace component or send it to SCHUNK for repair. 7.5 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.
Maintenance and repair 8 Maintenance and repair 8.1 Safety 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.
Maintenance and repair 8.2 Observation of the maintenance and lubrication intervals CAUTION Material damage due to hardening lubricants! Lubricants harden more quickly at temperatures above 60°C, leading to possible product damage. Reduce the lubricant intervals accordingly. Maintenance Maintenance work interval 0.5 million cycles Treat all grease areas with or every 6 months...
SCHUNK grease 10 (2x for each guide carriage) Pinion/gear rack SCHUNK grease 3 Details regarding SCHUNK lubricant designations are available at schunk.com/lubricants. The product contains food-compliant lubricants as standard. The requirements of standard EN 1672-2:2020 are not fully met. NOTE Change contaminated food-compliant lubricant.
Seals may only be replaced by SCHUNK Service. 8.6 Repair Repair by the customer is not provided. Have all repair work on the product carried out only by SCHUNK Service. 06.00 | PLG | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 1517334...
Disassembly and disposal 9 Disassembly and disposal 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.
Translation of the original declaration of incorporation 10 Translation of the original declaration of incorporation in terms of the Directive 2006/42/EG, Annex II, Part 1 Section B. Manufacturer/ SCHUNK SE & Co. KG Distributor Spanntechnik | Greiftechnik | Automatisierungstechnik Bahnhofstr. 106 - 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar...
UKCA declaration of incorporation 11 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".
"on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)", or fulfill their intended function only as part of one. Therefore products from SCHUNK do not fall within the scope of the directive at this time. REACH Regulation Products from SCHUNK fully comply with the regulations of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006...
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