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Functional Principle of the Gripping Module
The gripping modules of the CRG series are servo-electrical two-finger parallel grippers with integrated grip-
ping control, a high-performance brushless drive, and a high-resolution position measuring system, which
has been developed for use in collaborative robot application. Tooth belt kinematics move and synchronize
the base jaws, which are guided by rolling bearings. Due to the pre-positioning capability of the gripping
fingers and the innovative gripping force control, the gripping modules of the CRG series can be used for a
multitude of applications in modern automation. The module is supplied with power and connected to the
process control directly via the integrated IO-Link interface. Rounded edges prevent any injuries when con-
tacting with people thus ensures risk reduction for the design of collaborative applications. Integrated grip-
ping force retention, which prevent slipping out of workpiece, even if the power supply to the gripper is
interrupted unexpectedly, is a safe operation during any operation condition. Figure 8 shows the functional
diagram of the CRG gripping modules.
Drive
Gear Box
Grip Control
Part
Detection
Diagnosis
Virtual Position
Switches
Force
Control
Position
Detection
Figure 8: Functional diagram of the CRG gripping module
The integrated gripping control has a highly optimized gripped-part detection. Up to eight different parts can
be pre-parameterized via IO-Link and gripped reliably. For each gripped part, a position window is set in
which the grip must adjust itself. When the CRG grips in this area, its state changes from RELEASED to HOLD-
ING, which signals a successful grip to the process control. As an alternative to the gripped-part detection,
the position of the base jaws can also be monitored via freely parameterizable virtual position switches.
To detect malfunctions, the CRG monitors all functionally relevant components, such as position sensors and
drive, continuously and provides detailed diagnostic information via IO-Link during operation. Providing us-
age data via IO-Link makes needs-based maintenance possible. For this purpose, the CRG autonomously in-
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