FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer Review: Specs and Uses of the 50 mm Manual Quick-Change System
Updated: 7 days ago
The FIPA SR50 is a lightweight manual quick-changer that lets a robot or sprue picker swap grippers in seconds. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
The SR50 joins robot and gripper with a 50 mm round body and six M5 air passages that always connect in the correct order. Four robot-side versions are offered: plain, with micro valves that shut off air or vacuum when decoupled, with SAFE-LOCK and a red/green lock indicator, or with both. The units weigh only 68 to 74 g and handle up to 5 kg, 200 N axial force and 50 Nm torque, at 0 to 6 bar. Electrical connectors are available as accessories.
FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer at a Glance
Diameter: 50 mm
Air passages: 6 x M5
Max handling weight: 5 kg
Max axial force: 200 N
Max torque Mt: 50 Nm
Price: on request
FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Variant | Side | Locking / valves | Weight |
SR50-A | Robot | None | 68 g |
SR50-A-MV | Robot | Micro valves | 72 g |
SR50-A-SL | Robot | SAFE-LOCK with indicator | 70 g |
SR50-A-SL-MV | Robot | SAFE-LOCK and micro valves | 74 g |
SR50-B | Gripper | - | 69 g |
Common specifications: max torque Mb 30 Nm; electrical connectors 20.537 (robot side) and 20.538 (gripper side); anodized aluminium body.
Design and Build Quality
An anodized aluminium round body with indexed mounting patterns on both sides for fast, correct alignment.
Software and Integration
SAFE-LOCK
Visual red/green lock status.
Micro Valves
Shut off air or vacuum when decoupled.
FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer Applications and Use Cases
Injection Molding
Swapping sprue and part grippers.
Small Robots
Fast manual tool changes.
Vacuum Tooling
Valves preserve vacuum lines.
FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer Price and Value
FIPA does not publish a price for the FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the FIPA Company Profile: History, Products, Subsidiaries and Management.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Very light
Six air passages
Lock indicator option
Valve option
Cons
Manual only
5 kg limit
No published price
Who Should Buy the FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer?
It fits molders and integrators who change light grippers often by hand.
FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer FAQ
How much does the FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer cost?
FIPA does not publish a price for the FIPA SR50 Quick-Changer; it is quoted on request.
What is the FIPA SR50?
A 50 mm round manual quick-change system.
How many air passages?
Six M5 passages.
What load can it handle?
Up to 5 kg recommended.
What is the max torque?
50 Nm (Mt) and 30 Nm (Mb).
What is SAFE-LOCK?
A lock with a red/green status indicator.
What do the micro valves do?
Shut off air or vacuum when decoupled.
How much does it weigh?
68 to 74 g depending on variant.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
