Piab MX Suction Cups Review: Specs, Price and Applications
The Piab MX family is a multi-purpose suction cup range described as Piab's number one item picker family. Launched in early 2021, it now includes the 25 mm MX25 along with MX35 to MX65.
MX cups are made of elastic, wear-resistant DURAFLEX, use push-in fittings and seal well across many textures and geometries at low vacuum flow and level. Options for MX35-65 include a 3-bellow extension and bellow-mounted filter discs for dusty environments.
Quick Verdict
A versatile picking cup for unpredictable items, saving air with low-vacuum operation while gripping bags, pouches and boxes reliably.
Piab MX Suction Cups at a Glance
Specification | Details |
Product type | Item picking suction cups |
Sizes | MX25 (25 mm), MX35 to MX65 |
Material | DURAFLEX |
Fitting | Push-in |
Vacuum | Low flow and low level |
Options (MX35-65) | 3-bellow extension, filter discs |
Mounting | Multiple cups per EOAT |
Price | Request a quote |
Design and Operating Principle
Item picking in e-commerce means unknown objects, often wrinkled polybags or deformable boxes. MX cups are shaped to seal across varied textures and reduce wrinkle impact so packaging looks clean.
Working at low vacuum reduces compressed air use and is gentler on light items, while the cup still holds securely at high speed.
Filter discs on the bellow keep dust out with a larger filter surface, reducing maintenance in recycling and corrugated environments.
Integration and Selection
Select size by item range and add the 3-bellow extension for varying heights. Use multiple MX25 cups to spread load on larger items.
Add filter discs where dust is present.
Industry Applications
Industry | Typical use |
E-commerce | Item picking |
Intralogistics | Order fulfilment |
Recycling | Waste sorting |
Packaging | Handling bags and pouches |
Functional Uses
Item picking
Bag and pouch handling
Waste sorting
Multi-cup load spreading
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Wide item compatibility
Low air consumption
Durable DURAFLEX
Push-in fittings
Limitations
Sizes up to 65 mm
Low vacuum limits heavy loads
Vacuum ratings not on A3
Who Should Consider the Piab MX Suction Cups?
MX cups suit e-commerce, logistics and recycling picking robots.
Price and Availability
Price: Request a quote. Piab prices MX cups by configuration, options and quantity. Budget for the complete solution, including mounting, vacuum or air supply, valves, sensors and commissioning, rather than the component alone.
Further Reading
Piab MX Suction Cups FAQ
What is the smallest MX cup?
The MX25, 25 mm diameter.
What material are MX cups?
DURAFLEX.
Do they work at low vacuum?
Yes, with low vacuum flow and level.
What options exist?
3-bellow extensions and filter discs for MX35-65.
Where are they used?
E-commerce, intralogistics and recycling.
How much do they cost?
Request a quote from Piab.
