PHD Pneu-Connect Series GRV Gripper Kit Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Pneu-Connect Series GRV Gripper Kit attaches Pneu-Connect to a Series GRV angular pneumatic micro gripper for Universal Robots cobots.
The GRV offers high precision, moment capacity and grip force in a small, rugged package, designed as a long-life end effector for small pick-and-place applications.
Quick Verdict
An angular micro gripper kit for UR cobots, useful where jaws must swing clear of small parts.
PHD Pneu-Connect Series GRV Gripper Kit at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Product type | Cobot gripper kit |
Robot | Universal Robots |
Gripper | Series GRV angular pneumatic micro |
Strengths | Precision, moment capacity, grip force |
Applications | Small pick-and-place |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
Pneu-Connect embeds MAC directional valves and a control board that are driven through the Universal Robots tool port, and the included URCap lets the gripper be programmed from the UR pendant, so no external valves or I/O wiring are needed.
Angular jaws swing open, giving clearance to approach parts from above or the side, and are often simpler to tool for small round items.
Compact size suits small cobots and tight workspaces.
Integration and Selection
Design jaws for the part and check the angular swing clearance. Program with the URCap.
Size the gripper from the required grip force at the actual finger length, including acceleration and a safety factor, and check the allowable moments for the jaw tooling. Use PHD's sizing data, since force and travel values vary by size.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Electronics | Small component picking |
Medical | Device parts |
Assembly | Small fasteners and pins |
Laboratories | Small items |
Functional Uses
Angular micro gripping
Small pick-and-place
UR integration
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Precise
Compact and rugged
Ready UR integration
Limitations
Small parts only
Arc jaw path
Numeric specs not on A3
Who Should Consider the PHD Pneu-Connect Series GRV Gripper Kit?
The GRV kit suits UR users picking small parts.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. PHD prices the GRV kit by size, options and quantity. Budget for fingers or tooling, mounting, air supply, sensors and commissioning as part of the complete installation.
Further Reading
PHD Pneu-Connect Series GRV Gripper Kit FAQ
What gripper is in the kit?
The PHD Series GRV angular micro gripper.
Which robots?
Universal Robots.
What applications suit it?
Small pick-and-place.
Is it precise?
Yes, high precision is a stated strength.
Are valves included?
Yes, Pneu-Connect embeds the valves.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from PHD.
