DESTACO's eRDH Series Electric Parallel Gripper
DESTACO, a which designs and produces high-performance automation, workholding, and remote handling solutions, has launched of the eRDH Series Electric Parallel Gripper.
This latest addition to the DESTACO Robohand product line represents a significant leap forward in gripping technology, offering unparalleled precision, flexibility, and ease of use.
Designed with the future of automation in mind, the eRDH Series integrates state-of-the-art features, including four teachable sensors, speed control, force control, and selectable internal or external grip configurations, all tailored to meet the evolving needs across industries such as automotive, consumer goods, food and packaging, and industrial manufacturing.
Intuitive and Efficient Design
The eRDH gripper distinguishes itself with an intuitive keypad interface, allowing for quick and easy configuration adjustments and sensor settings. "Our goal was to eliminate the complexity and time-consuming setup processes associated with other electric grippers," said Matt Girand, vice president and general manager, Americas and global automation. "With eRDH, operators can fully con-figure the device, including sensor parameters, in under a minute."
Moreover, the built-in jaw locking technology ensures that the grip force is maintained even without power, enhancing safety and reliability. The keypad lockout feature prevents unauthorized tamper-ing, while basic diagnostic feedback to PLC systems alerts operators to any fault conditions, mitigat-ing downtime.
A Greener Choice for Automation
Addressing the increasing demand for sustainable manufacturing solutions, the eRDH Series oper-ates on a 24VDC power supply with ultra-low power consumption. This feature makes it an ideal choice for mobile platforms and applications where energy efficiency is paramount.
Applications Across Industries
With its versatile design and robust performance, the eRDH Series is suited for a wide array of ap-plications, from assembly and packaging to handling sensitive electronics and delicate consumer goods. The flexibility to fine-tune gripping functions allows users to achieve greater accuracy, ensur-ing the eRDH Series meets the precision requirements of even the most demanding tasks.
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