Zimmer GEP2000 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
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The Zimmer GEP2000 is a robot gripper with ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 2,200. This review covers its full specifications, design, integration, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The Zimmer Group GEP2000 is a series of electric 2-jaw parallel grippers with a stroke of 6 mm to 20 mm per jaw and a gripping force ranging from 40 N to 500 N across the sizes. It is designed for small-parts handling and assembly, with the gripping force adjustable in four levels and a mechanical self-locking mechanism that holds the workpiece if power is lost. Closing takes between 0.10 s and 0.63 s, and the repetition accuracy is ±0.02 mm. The grippers weigh 0.18 kg to 1.3 kg, are rated IP40 or IP54 in the long-stroke versions, and meet cleanroom class ISO 2. They run on 24 V and are controlled through IO-Link or digital I/O. It is listed from USD 2,200.
Zimmer GEP2000 at a Glance
Product type: Robot gripper
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 0.10 s to 0.63 s closing time
Price: from USD 2,200
Zimmer GEP2000 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Zimmer GEP2000.
Specification | Zimmer GEP2000 |
Manufacturer | Zimmer Group |
Model | GEP2000 |
Product type | Robot gripper |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Speed | 0.10 s to 0.63 s closing time |
Interfaces | IO-Link, digital I/O |
Certifications | CE, UKCA, LABS, REACH, RoHS |
Starting price | From USD 2,200 |
Detailed Technical Data
Electric drive (BLDC motor)
2 jaws
Stroke per jaw 6 mm to 20 mm
Gripping force 40 N to 500 N in four levels
Own weight 0.18 kg to 1.3 kg
IP40, IP54 in the long-stroke versions
24 V
IO-Link or digital I/O
Mechanical self-locking
Cleanroom class ISO 2
Sizes GEP2006, GEP2010, GEP2013, GEP2016
Design and Build Quality
The GEP2000 is a robot gripper made by Zimmer Group. Published build data: stroke per jaw 6 mm to 20 mm; gripping force 40 N to 500 N in four levels; IP40, IP54 in the long-stroke versions.
Integration and Compatibility
The GEP2000 is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: IO-Link, digital I/O. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
Zimmer GEP2000 Applications and Use Cases
The Zimmer Group GEP2000 is a series of electric 2-jaw parallel grippers with a stroke of 6 mm to 20 mm per jaw and a gripping force ranging from 40 N to 500 N across the sizes. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
Machine Tending
The GEP2000 holds the part while the robot loads and unloads machines.
Assembly
The GEP2000 grips and positions components for fitting and joining.
Pick and Place
The GEP2000 transfers parts between trays, fixtures and conveyors.
Zimmer GEP2000 Price and Value
The Zimmer GEP2000 is listed from USD 2,200 on All Things Cobots. Mounting kits, cabling, software options and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 0.10 s to 0.63 s closing time
Gripping force 40 N to 500 N in four levels
IP40, IP54 in the long-stroke versions
Cons
Compatibility with the robot and controller must be confirmed before ordering
Mounting, cabling and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Zimmer GEP2000?
The Zimmer GEP2000 fits robot users and integrators who need a gripper for handling, machine tending or assembly.
See the full Zimmer GEP2000 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Zimmer GEP2000 FAQ
How much does the Zimmer GEP2000 cost?
The Zimmer GEP2000 is listed from USD 2,200 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the Zimmer GEP2000?
The Zimmer Group GEP2000 is a series of electric 2-jaw parallel grippers with a stroke of 6 mm to 20 mm per jaw and a gripping force ranging from 40 N to 500 N across the sizes.
How accurate is the Zimmer GEP2000?
Published repeatability: ±0.02 mm.
How fast is the Zimmer GEP2000?
Published speed: 0.10 s to 0.63 s closing time.
Is the Zimmer GEP2000 compatible with my robot?
Compatibility depends on the robot flange, payload and controller interface. Confirm it with the supplier before ordering.
Which interfaces does the Zimmer GEP2000 support?
Published interfaces are IO-Link, digital I/O.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
