OMiL Pneumatic Grippers Review: Specs, Price and Applications
OMiL pneumatic grippers, supplied by Essential Robot Products, feature a mechanical gripping force maintenance device that ensures a minimum gripping force even if pressure drops.
The same device can also increase gripping force or allow single-acting gripping.
Quick Verdict
A gripper with fail-safe force retention built in, suited to heavy or valuable parts in machine tending.
OMiL Pneumatic Grippers at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Gripper type | Pneumatic gripper |
Force retention | Mechanical gripping force maintenance device |
On pressure drop | Minimum grip force ensured |
Options | Force increase or single-acting operation |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
A mechanical force maintenance device, typically spring based, keeps a minimum force on the jaws if air pressure falls, preventing dropped parts.
When combined with air pressure, the device adds to gripping force, and it also allows single-acting operation where air closes or opens and the spring returns.
OMiL is an Italian maker of workholding and gripping products, and its grippers target robust industrial use.
Integration and Selection
Select size and force with OMiL data, decide whether to use force maintenance or single-acting mode, and add sensors.
Check risk assessment for hold-on-failure needs.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Machine tending | Loading heavy parts |
Automotive | Handling castings |
Metalworking | Part transfer |
Heavy industry | Robust gripping |
Functional Uses
Fail-safe gripping
Force boosting
Single-acting gripping
Heavy part handling
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Force maintained on pressure drop
Force boost option
Single-acting mode
Robust
Limitations
Numeric specs not on A3
Spring reduces opposing force
Pneumatic supply needed
Who Should Consider the OMiL Pneumatic Grippers?
OMiL grippers suit applications requiring grip retention on air loss.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Essential Robot Products supplies OMiL pneumatic grippers in North America and prices it by configuration and quantity. Budget for adapters, mounting, air or electrical connections and commissioning as part of the complete installation.
Further Reading
OMiL Pneumatic Grippers FAQ
What is special about OMiL grippers?
A mechanical device that maintains minimum grip force on pressure drop.
Can it increase force?
Yes.
Can it work single acting?
Yes.
Who supplies it?
Essential Robot Products.
Is it pneumatic?
Yes.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from Essential Robot Products.
