The balloon gripper is ideal for holding circular workpieces. Its simple design allows for balloon replacement on-site, keeping running costs low.
This is a balloon gripper that expands to hold the workpiece with an outer diameter when pressed by a piston. < Grip Size > - The smallest model, MF*08, expands from an outer diameter of Φ8mm to Φ11mm when off. - The largest model, MF*63, expands from an outer diameter of Φ66mm to Φ85mm when off. *For more details, please refer to the catalog. Feel free to contact us as well.
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basic information
< Types of Gripper Body > - Both up-type and down-type pistons are available to match the gripping position of the workpiece. - Solid pistons and hollow pistons are available; the hollow piston can be used for applications such as leak testing and pressurization. < Balloon Material > - Two materials are available: silicone and EPDM, both capable of gripping high-temperature workpieces. - The silicone balloon version uses FDA grease, making it suitable for food and pharmaceutical applications. - The lifespan of the silicone balloon is 1 million cycles, while the lifespan of the EPDM balloon is 500,000 cycles. Both can be easily replaced (the balloon can be easily removed with a cutter, and inserting a replacement balloon requires no tools).
Price range
P2
Delivery Time
P4
Applications/Examples of results
- Gripping of circular workpieces - Gripping of bottles - Gripping of cylindrical workpieces and leak testing - Transport of injection-molded products
Detailed information
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MFU・MFD balloon replacement Secure the gripper body and cut the balloon with a cutter or similar tool.
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MFU/MFD balloon replacement After removing the balloon with a cutter, insert the lightly greased balloon into the main body.
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MFU・MFD Replacement Balloon Various sizes and both silicone and EPDM materials are available as repair parts. Cost-effective and maintainable.
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Company information
Linkage is a company established to assist in automation by combining products and technologies from overseas manufacturers with the skills of Japanese users. We create opportunities for the introduction of robotic systems and devices to compensate for the labor shortage in Japanese manufacturing through EOAT (End of Arm Tooling, such as robotic hands and polishing kits).