[[{"type":"media","view_mode":"media_original","fid":"177639","attributes":{"alt":"","class":"media-image","height":"300","style":"float: right; margin: 10px;","typeof":"foaf:Image","width":"269"}}]]Schunk (Morrisville, NC) offers the 3-finger centric gripper PZN plus, now available in a new size. The proven PZN-plus series has been extended with the new size 380 to cope with the constantly increasing performance requirements of the manufacturing industry. This series can be used to handle workpiece weights over 300 kg (660 lbs), making it perfect for the handling of heavy workpieces. The multi-tooth guidance of the PZN-plus 3-finger centric gripper employs a large gripping force and high moment load capabilities. A wide range of different versions allows for universal use in areas with special requirements (temperature, chemicals, dirt, and many others.) This unique range of different versions means that a suitable gripper is available for most every application. The new size PZN-plus 380 now expands this 3-jaw centric gripper family to 11 distinct sizes and allowing for grip forces up to 59,500N (13,400 lbs) as well as a stroke of almost 2 inches per jaw.
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