This parallel gripper from Festo includes both single-acting and double-acting fingers for a strong, reliable hold on a wide range of items. It uses a heavy-duty T-slot guide for a precise grasp of the workpiece. An oval piston then delivers a high grip force, which, coupled with a compression spring for backup gripping force, enables maximum repetition accuracy. Mounting the component to interior or exterior actuator units is simple, making it a versatile choice.

• Maximum operating pressure of 8 bar for effective operation in demanding industrial environments
• Stroke size of 6.5mm per gripper jaw offers efficient operation
• Total force at 6 bar on opening equal to 320N and on closing 290N for powerful and consistent gripping strength

• Biotech and pharmaceutical industries
• Robotics and automated processing
• Water technology

The workpiece's geometry and the process that's being performed determine how a workpiece is gripped. An external grip describes a piece held by the unit's closing force on the external surface of the workpiece. If a process requires access to the workpiece's external surface, and the piece's geometry allows, it can be gripped from an internal position using the gripper's opening force.