6. Maintenance
The Adaptive Gripper requires only external maintenance with limited downtime.
Maintenance for both 2-Finger Adaptive Grippers is required after specified usage, measured in time (normal 40h week) or in cycles (see
Info box below for details about cycle definition).
Following the maintenance interval will ensure :
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Correct functioning of your gripper.
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Validity of your warranty.
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Proper lifetime for your gripper.
Warning
Unless otherwise indicated, any repairs done on the gripper will be performed by Robotiq.
Info
A cycle is defined as a go to requested position command that results in grip force being applied (closing the fingers on
themselves or picking an object while opening or closing).
Operation
Daily
Weekly
1 M cycles
2 M cycles
Gripper Cleaning
Dirty conditions
Normal conditions
Periodic Inspection
X
Fingertip
Replacement
1
X
Overhaul
2
X
Table 6-1: Maintenance intervals for the 2-Finger Grippers
1
Replace fingertip before if wear is visible.
2
Overhaul is recommended after 2M cycles and is done by Robotiq at the user's expense, please contact Robotiq support.
Caution
Always turn off the robot and the gripper power supply before performing any maintenance operations.
2F-85 & 2F-140 - Instruction Manual