EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper Review: Specs and Uses of the Inflatable Internal Gripper
Updated: 7 days ago
The EFFECTO BLQ-I is an inflatable rubber gripper that holds parts from the inside. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
The BLQ-I enters a bore and inflates to grip it, expanding up to 1.86 times its deflated diameter. Twelve neoprene sizes cover bores from 8.5 to 105 mm with recommended loads from 0.3 to 28 kg; five silicone versions tolerate -30 to 160 °C. Wide contact spreads the force, so glass, plastic and finished surfaces are not marked, and there are no seals or bearings to wear. Two load figures on the maker's page look like typos and should be checked.
EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper at a Glance
Grip type: Internal, inflatable rubber
Bore range: 8.5 to 105 mm
Recommended load: Up to 28 kg
Expansion: Up to 1.86x
Versions: 12 neoprene, 5 silicone
Price: on request
EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Model (neoprene) | Bore diameter | Recommended load | Weight |
8.5-10 | 8.5 to 10 mm | 0.3 kg | 8 g |
16-21 | 16 to 21 mm | 2.0 kg | 28 g |
30-44 | 30 to 44 mm | 6.0 kg | 160 g |
45-65 | 45 to 65 mm | 12 kg | 180 g |
58-85 | 58 to 85 mm | 22 kg | 370 g |
70-105 | 70 to 105 mm | 28 kg | 610 g |
Selected neoprene sizes shown. Two load capability values on the maker's page appear to contain typos.
Design and Build Quality
No seals or bearings; metal sections in stainless steel, coated steel or aluminium by size.
Software and Integration
Pressure Control
Grip force set by air pressure.
Simple Integration
Pneumatic actuation only.
EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper Applications and Use Cases
Bottles and Tubes
Gripping from inside the neck.
Glass and Plastic Parts
Without marking.
Bearings and Rings
Internal gripping.
EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper Price and Value
EFFECTO does not publish a price for the EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Applied Robotics (Effecto) Company Profile: Name Change, Location and Products.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Wide size range
Up to 28 kg
Does not mark parts
High-temperature silicone
Cons
Needs a bore
Possible typos in maker data
No published price
Who Should Buy the EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper?
It fits handling of hollow or ring-shaped delicate parts.
EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper FAQ
How much does the EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper cost?
EFFECTO does not publish a price for the EFFECTO BLQ-I Internal Expansion Gripper; it is quoted on request.
What is the EFFECTO BLQ-I?
An inflatable rubber gripper for internal gripping.
What bore sizes does it fit?
8.5 to 105 mm.
What load can it hold?
Up to 28 kg recommended.
How much does it expand?
Up to 1.86 times its deflated diameter.
What materials are available?
Neoprene and silicone.
Will it mark parts?
Wide contact spreads force to avoid marking.
What pressure does it use?
2 to 8 bar operating.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
