EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper Review: Specs and Uses of the Electric 3-Finger Centric Gripper
Updated: 7 days ago
The EFFECTO EIG3 is an electric gripper whose three rotating fingers close on round parts of very different sizes. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
Unlike parallel three-finger grippers, the EIG3's fingers rotate toward the centre, which gives a very wide gripping range of 40 to 170 mm in diameter. A precise planetary gear drives them with 90 to 300 N of total force for 1.5 kg parts, in 0.5 s, and repeatability is ±0.03 mm. Force, position and speed are adjustable, parts are detected and a brake locks the grip. Modbus RTU and I/O are standard.
EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper at a Glance
Fingers: 3, rotating, centric
Gripping diameter: 40 to 170 mm
Total grip force: 90 to 300 N
Recommended payload: 1.5 kg
Weight: 1.5 kg
Price: on request
EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper |
Manufacturer | EFFECTO |
Fingers | 3, rotating, centric |
Gripping diameter | 40 to 170 mm |
Total grip force | 90 to 300 N |
Recommended payload | 1.5 kg |
Weight | 1.5 kg |
Open/close time | 0.5 / 0.5 s |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Drive | Planetary gear |
Stroke is not listed; IP67 applies only to select models.
Design and Build Quality
A smooth body with a planetary gear drive, embedded controller and brake.
Software and Integration
Communication
Modbus RTU and I/O; USB and Ethernet via converter.
Feedback
Grip and part detection on PLC and LEDs.
EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper Applications and Use Cases
Round Parts of Many Sizes
40 to 170 mm.
Lathe Tending
Discs and rings.
Packaging
Jars and containers.
EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper Price and Value
EFFECTO does not publish a price for the EFFECTO EIG3 Centric 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 40 to 170 mm range
Self-centering
Brake locking
Adjustable force
Cons
1.5 kg payload
0.5 s actuation
No published price
Who Should Buy the EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper?
It fits cells handling round parts with large size variation.
EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper FAQ
How much does the EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper cost?
EFFECTO does not publish a price for the EFFECTO EIG3 Centric Gripper; it is quoted on request.
What is the EFFECTO EIG3?
An electric three-finger centric gripper.
What diameters can it grip?
40 to 170 mm.
How strong is it?
90 to 300 N total.
What payload is recommended?
1.5 kg.
How precise is it?
±0.03 mm.
What drives the fingers?
A planetary gear.
Does it have a brake?
Yes.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
