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Product catalog summary

Overview

The document presents detailed technical specifications, features, dimensions, and accessories for the Gimatic DD20 series of self-centering pneumatic sprue grippers. These grippers are designed for industrial automation applications, particularly for handling sprues in molding processes.

Product Description and Features

Type: 2-jaw self-centering angular pneumatic sprue grippers, single-acting with spring opening.
New design with retracted sensors and reduced grip area dimensions.
Optional magnetic sensors that activate only when an object is gripped.
High closing force with steel jaws and FDA-H1 food-grade grease for lubrication.
Protection against ingress of small foreign bodies and robust end-strokes for durability.
Multiple mounting accessories available for flexible installation.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value / Range
Operating Medium	Compressed air compliant with ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Pressure Range	3.5 to 8 bar
Temperature Range	5 to 60 °C
Stroke	2 x 15° angular movement
Closing Torque (each jaw at 6 bar)	300 Ncm
Total Closing Torque (at 6 bar)	600 Ncm
Opening Torque (each jaw at 0 bar)	20 Ncm
Total Opening Torque (at 0 bar)	40 Ncm
Maximum Working Frequency	2 Hz
Cycle Air Consumption	3.6 cm³
Closing Time (no load)	0.03 seconds
Weight	Varies by model: 110 g to 143 g

Models and Variants

The DD20 series includes multiple variants such as DD20-16MV, DD20-16LV, DD20-16M2, DD20-16L2, DD20-16E2, DD20-16W2, DD20-16B2, and DD20-16RF. Each model differs slightly in dimensions, sensor slots, and connection types to suit various application needs.

Dimensions and Connections

Detailed dimensional drawings are provided for each model, including:

Overall size and mounting dimensions in millimeters.
Compressed air connection points (typically G1/8 or M17x1 fittings).
Vacuum connection for remote vacuum switches where applicable.
Sensor slots compatible with SS series magnetic sensors.

Accessories and Options

Mounting brackets and suspension options for flexible installation.
Spare pads and extension tubes for jaw customization.
Specialized teeth for DD20-16RF jaws.
Customizable parts via 3D printing service (PA12 material) for tailored applications.

Best Practices and Recommendations

Use compressed air meeting ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] quality standards to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Maintain operating pressure within 3.5 to 8 bar and temperature between 5 and 60 °C.
Utilize optional magnetic sensors to monitor gripping status effectively.
Regularly inspect and maintain steel jaws and lubrication with FDA-H1 grease for food-grade applications.
Choose appropriate mounting accessories to secure grippers firmly and reduce mechanical stress.

Summary

The Gimatic DD20 series pneumatic sprue grippers offer a compact, robust, and versatile solution for automated sprue handling. Their self-centering design, high gripping force, integrated sensor options, and customizable accessories make them suitable for a wide range of industrial automation tasks, especially in molding and assembly lines.

Catalog excerpts

Selbstzentrierende pneumatische Anguss-Winkelgreifzangen mit 2 Backen Baureihe DD • Neues Konzept mit eingefahrenem Sensor und geringeren Abmessungen im Greifbereich. • Der Sensor ist nur eingeschaltet, wenn etwas gegriffen wird. • Einfachwirkender Antrieb mit Federoffnung. • Hohe Greifkraft. • Viele Zubehorteile zur Befestigung verfugbar (2). • Schutz gegen den Eintritt kleiner Fremdkorper (3). • Robuste Endanschlage. 2-jaw self-centering angular pneumatic sprue gripper, series DD • New concept with retracted sensor and smaller dimensions in the grip area. • Optional magnetic sensors (1). •The sensor is ON only when something is gripped. • Single acting with spring opening. • Very high closing force. • Several mounting accessories (2). • Steel jaws. • Protection against the entry of small foreign bodies (3). • Heavy-duty end-strokes. Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units 240 Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangens Selfcentering sprue grippers www.gimatic. com

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Druckluftanschluss (GreiferschlieSung) Compressed air connection (gripper closing) Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangen Selfcentering sprue grippers Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units

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Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units Druckluftanschluss (GreiferschlieSung) Compressed air connection (gripper dosing) Vakuumanschluss (Vakuum-Fernschalter) Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangens Selfcentering sprue grippers

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Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangen Selfcentering sprue grippers Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units

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Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangens Selfcentering sprue grippers

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Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units Nut fur Sensor der Baureihe SS Sensor slot SS series Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangens Selfcentering sprue grippers

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Nut fur Sensor der Baureihe SS Sensor slot SS series Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangen Selfcentering sprue grippers Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units

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Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units -Q<0- 248 Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangens Selfcentering sprue grippers

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Zahn fur DD20-16RF Backe Tooth for DD20-16RFjaw Verlangerungsrohr Extension tube Customised with the new 3D printing service (PA12) Selbstzentrierende Anguss-Greifzangen Selfcentering sprue grippers 249 Sensoren Optionen Roboter-Kit Schneidzangen Aufhangungen Linearantriebe Greifer Prodiles and holders Werkzeugwechsler Dreheinheiten Sensors Options Robot Kit Nippers Suspensions Linear Actuators Grippers Profiles and Brackets Quick Changer Rotary Units

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