PHD Series GRD Compact Parallel Gripper Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The PHD Series GRD is a compact parallel pneumatic gripper with a very high grip force-to-weight ratio, suited to small parts in confined areas. It comes in four sizes and two body styles.
Parallel jaw travel simplifies tooling, double acting operation allows internal or external gripping, and it is fully field repairable. The enclosed hardened steel jaw mechanism has a stated minimum life of 10 million cycles.
Quick Verdict
Strong force in a small package, with the serviceability expected of PHD industrial grippers.
PHD Series GRD Compact Parallel Gripper at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Gripper type | Compact parallel pneumatic |
Sizes | Four |
Body styles | Two |
Force-to-weight | Very high |
Actuation | Double acting |
Service | Fully field repairable |
Life | Minimum 10 million cycles |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
High force-to-weight means more holding capacity without burdening the robot.
Parallel travel keeps jaw faces aligned for simple tooling.
Field repair extends service life and reduces replacement costs.
Integration and Selection
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.
Select body style to fit the tool layout.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
Assembly | Small parts in tight spaces |
Electronics | Component handling |
Automotive | Small part feeding |
Packaging | Small product gripping |
Functional Uses
Compact gripping
Internal and external gripping
High-cycle operation
Confined-space handling
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Very high force-to-weight
Field repairable
10 million cycles
Two body styles
Limitations
Force values not on A3
Small parts focus
Pneumatic supply needed
Who Should Consider the PHD Series GRD Compact Parallel Gripper?
The GRD suits compact, high-force small-part handling.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. PHD prices the Series GRD 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 Series GRD Compact Parallel Gripper FAQ
What is the GRD's key strength?
A very high grip force-to-weight ratio.
How many sizes?
Four, with two body styles.
Can it grip internally?
Yes, it is double acting.
Is it repairable?
Yes, fully field repairable.
How long does it last?
Minimum 10 million cycles.
How much does it cost?
Request a quote from PHD.
