
BPGS PNEUMATIC
GRIPPER SYSTEM
BPGS10 and BPGS11
User Manual
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BPGS PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM
User Manual
SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This instruction manual supports Bimba standard components only. If special components, including but
not limited to serial hubs, power supplies, and drivers, are included based on a customer’s specifications
or special request, it is the customer’s responsibility to consult support materials and technical support
specific to these special components provided by the third party manufacturers. Bimba assumes no liability
for misuse, misapplication, or support for components that are not the Bimba brand.
WARNING
Using the equipment in a manner not specified in this manual can impair the safety of the equipment.
Technical support is available from:
Bimba Manufacturing Company
25150 S Governors Hwy University Park, Illinois 60484
Phone: 708-534-8544 Toll Free: 800-44-BIMBA Fax: 708-235-2014
Email: cs@bimba.com • www.bimba.com
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BPGS PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM
User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Port Size and Operation 4
Gripper Unlock 4
Jaw Removal 4
Jaw Replacement
Setting Jaw Open Angle 6
Installing a Side Plate or Indirect Sensor 7
Pad Replacement 8
Calibrating In-Direct Sensor 8
Installing an In-Pad Sensor 9
Cleaning and Maintenance 10
Quality Assurance Requirements 10
Specifications 10
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BPGS PNEUMATIC GRIPPER SYSTEM
User Manual
PORT SIZE AND OPERATION
1. Ports are available in 1/8" NPS or 1/8 Rc.
Gripper open
Gripper close letter “C” to identify part
GRIPPER UNLOCK
1. Release jaw by using a hex key or flat screwdriver and pushing on drive pin through slot in side plate
JAW REMOVAL
1. Unlock gripper as shown in step above and remove pad(s) from existing jaws. Set a side for reassembly.
2. Top jaw should always be removed first. Remove Socket Head Cap Screw (SHCS) from side plate or indirect
sensor. Rotate side plate/sensor up to about 45° and remove side plate/sensor from gripper. Set SHCS and
Side Plate/Sensor aside for re-assembly. Remove bumper from gripper.
3. Remove jaw from gripper and flip gripper over to remove other jaw
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