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- Page 1 Vactivator V18 Vacuum Actuator...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6. Technical data ..........................16 6.1. General ..........................16 6.2. Performance ........................16 6.3. Vacuum pump requirements ....................16 7. Dimensions ........................... 17 8. Warranty ............................18 9. Recycling and disposal ........................ 19 9.1. Disassembly ........................19 Page 2 of 20 Vactivator V18... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
The product is to be considered a component to be incorporated in a vacuum system. Piab AB is not responsible for installation and operation of the product. The required steps must be undertaken in supervision and approval by final assembler. -
Page 4: Target Group
• Use of the product if pressurized outside of its specification. • Use of the product as a standalone safety unit to fulfil international lifting standards. • Use of the product in life-critical applications. Page 4 of 20 Vactivator V18... -
Page 5: Introduction To The Vactivator
Adjustment screw for retraction time Hex 2 mm screw head Compressed air for Blow-Off release connection M5 plug with NBR washer Vacuum sensor connection M5 plug with NBR washer Mounting rail and T-slot nut M5 GWP channel nut Vactivator V18 Page 5 of 20... -
Page 6: Installation
Examples of mounting are shown in the images below. Notice Select proper lengths of the M5 mounting screws so that they do not overshoot the T-slot nuts and press into the housing and shaft of the Vactivator, thus impairing its function. Page 6 of 20 Vactivator V18... -
Page 7: Operation
• The rod remains in the retracted position while the vacuum continues to hold the workpiece. • The Vactivator is free to move or transport the workpiece using external robotic motion (if integrated into a system). Vactivator V18 Page 7 of 20... -
Page 8: Adjusting The Vactivator For Optimal Performance
• The optimal balance between picking speed and vacuum efficiency should be adjusted based on the specific application. • Carefully adjust the screw to maintain the best combination of performance, speed, and stability. 4.3. Application example Page 8 of 20 Vactivator V18... -
Page 9: Maintenance
Reverse steps 2 and 1 (see above). Push the housing back on the shaft. Attach the end cap to the housing with the four screws (MRT M3x10), recommended torque 0.7 Nm [0.52 lb-ft]. Vactivator V18 Page 9 of 20... -
Page 10: Spare Parts
Maintenance 5.2. Spare parts Spare Part Kit Vactivator V18 - item no 0249824. Includes parts A through E shown in the boxes 1 and 2 in the figure below. Position Description Note O-ring 12.42x1.78 3 pieces Washer Ø10/17.5 2 pieces Seal Ø18/12/2.55... -
Page 11: Disassembly
Remove the cylinder pin that secures the spring to the end cap. WARNING: Cover the open suction cup connection to prevent the spring from escaping. Pull out the spring and the spring retainer from the shaft. Vactivator V18 Page 11 of 20... - Page 12 Remove the end cap from the shaft. Turn the shaft and open the circlip to release the washers, o-ring, and seal from the shaft. WARNING: Do not let the circlip get away when unfastening it. Page 12 of 20 Vactivator V18...
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Page 13: Assembly
NOTE: The direction of the seal is vital for the Vactivator to func- tion. Apply lubricating grease to the seal and o- ring. Attach the spring retainer to the end of the spring. Vactivator V18 Page 13 of 20... - Page 14 WARNING: Push down against the spring retainer to prevent the spring from escaping upwards, in case the plier grip is accidentally lost. Push the cylinder pin into the end cap to secure the spring. Page 14 of 20 Vactivator V18...
- Page 15 Install the three o-rings on the shaft. Insert the shaft on the housing. Attach the end cap to the housing with the four screws (MRT M3x10), recommended tor- que 0.7 Nm [0.52 lb-ft]. Vactivator V18 Page 15 of 20...
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Page 16: Technical Data
Adjustable restriction (dependent on vacuum pump capacity, weight of work- piece, and suction cup used) 6.2. Performance Vertical lifting performance for Vactivator V18/20 (item no 0129516) Vacuum level -kPa [-inHg] Maximum vertical weight g [oz] Maximum vertical force N [lbf] 30 [8.86]... -
Page 17: Dimensions
Dimensions 7. Dimensions Description Vactivator V18/20 Vactivator V18/40 mm [inch] mm [inch] A - Stroke 25 [0.98] 55 [2.16] B - Length 88 [3.46] 118 [4.64] C - Distance to vacuum feed port 49 [1.93] 79 [3.11] D - Length of housing 48 [1.89]... -
Page 18: Warranty
The Seller is not responsible for the cost of fitting replacement parts or components of any Products into any products or alike of the Customer. These Terms and Conditions shall apply to any repaired or replaced Products by the Seller. Page 18 of 20 Vactivator V18... -
Page 19: Recycling And Disposal
Recycling and disposal 9. Recycling and disposal Environmental aspects are considered in the development process of Piab’s products to make sure that a minimal environmental footprint is used. Piab AB is certified with ISO-14001:2015. Piab AB also complies with: • REACH (EC 1907/2006) The ways of handling recycling and disposal vary from country to country, and therefore this process needs to be in full compliance with each national regulation. - Page 20 +1 828 327 2290 +1 828 327 2290 info-usa@piab.com info-usa@piab.com – A brand by Piab Group – A brand by Piab Group – A brand by Piab Group – A brand by Piab Group Art no. 0250280, Rev.00, , 2025-03 Original instructions.
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