Mecademic MEGP 25 Miniature Electric Parallel Gripper Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Mecademic MEGP 25 is a miniature electric parallel gripper fully integrated with the Meca500, Mecademic's compact six-axis industrial robot. It was developed in collaboration with SCHUNK.
The gripper is controlled directly within the command stream used to drive the robot arm, so opening, closing, finger speed and gripping force for internal and external grips are programmed alongside robot motions. It ships with a Meca500 adaptor plate but without fingers.
Quick Verdict
The natural gripper for a Meca500. Native integration makes precision micro-assembly programming simple and keeps the tool as compact as the robot.
Mecademic MEGP 25 Miniature Electric Parallel Gripper at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Gripper type | Miniature electric parallel gripper |
Model | MEGP 25 |
Robot | Fully integrated with Meca500 |
Control | Within the robot command stream |
Adjustable | Finger speed and gripping force |
Grip modes | Internal and external |
Supplied with | Meca500 adaptor plate, no fingers |
Development partner | SCHUNK |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
The Meca500 is one of the smallest industrial six-axis robots and is used for precision tasks in tight spaces. A gripper for it must be tiny and light, and the MEGP 25 is sized accordingly.
Because gripper commands are part of the robot's own command stream, there is no separate I/O handshake or PLC logic. Grip and release are sequenced exactly with motions, which helps cycle time and reliability in micro-assembly.
Adjustable force is important for delicate parts such as optics, small electronics or medical components, where too much force causes damage and too little lets the part slip.
Integration and Selection
Design custom fingers for the part, since none are supplied. Program grip force and speed for each part type in the robot program.
Account for gripper and finger mass within the Meca500 payload.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Electronics | Micro-assembly of connectors and components |
Medical devices | Handling small precision parts |
Optics and photonics | Placing lenses and fibres |
Laboratories | Handling vials and samples |
Functional Uses
Precision micro-assembly
Force-controlled gripping
Internal and external gripping
Integrated robot-gripper programming
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Native Meca500 integration
Adjustable force and speed
Developed with SCHUNK
Very compact
Limitations
Dedicated to the Meca500
Fingers not included
Small parts only
Who Should Consider the Mecademic MEGP 25 Miniature Electric Parallel Gripper?
The MEGP 25 suits Meca500 users doing precision assembly and testing of small components.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Mecademic prices the MEGP 25 per unit. Budget for custom fingers.
Further Reading
Mecademic MEGP 25 Miniature Electric Parallel Gripper FAQ
What robot does the MEGP 25 work with?
It is fully integrated with the Meca500.
Who developed it?
Mecademic in collaboration with SCHUNK.
How is it controlled?
Directly within the robot command stream.
Can force be adjusted?
Yes, for both internal and external grips, along with speed.
Are fingers included?
No, it ships with an adaptor plate but without fingers.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from Mecademic.
