VGTZF55 Pneumatic Gripper with IP67 Protection

Description VGTZF55

VGTZF55 is a centering pneumatic gripper with a toothed guide and IP67 protection rating for automated production tasks where it is important not only to hold the part, but also to stably fix it relative to the axis. The model is suitable for robotic systems, automatic machine loading, transfer of workpieces between operations, and feeding parts into a technological position. The gripper has a stroke of 8 mm per jaw, an opening force of 230×P N, and a closing force of 200×P N. The maximum workpiece weight is 4.5 kg, while the gripper itself weighs 1 kg. These parameters allow the VGTZF55 to be used in applications where precise centering, controlled holding, and stable operation as part of an automated line are required. The VGTZF series is especially relevant for areas with heavily contaminated environments. The composite sealing structure provides a high level of dust protection and allows the gripper to be briefly immersed in water. This is important for production facilities where chips, dust, moisture, coolants, or other contaminants may be present in the working area.

Where the VGTZF55 Is Used

The VGTZF55 pneumatic gripper is used where a robot or automatic mechanism works with parts that must maintain the same position in every cycle. The model is relevant for workpieces that need to be accurately fed into a machine, chuck, fixture, or another working area. The VGTZF55 is suitable for:

• gripping and centering workpieces weighing up to 4.5 kg;
• working with round, cylindrical, and symmetrical parts;
• automatic loading and unloading of machines;
• feeding parts into a technological position;
• robotic lines with a repeatable cycle;
• production areas with dust, chips, or moisture.

When selecting the VGTZF55, it is important to consider not only the weight of the part. For centering grippers, the workpiece shape, contact point, surface uniformity, and positioning accuracy requirements are especially important. For example, a cylindrical part and a flat workpiece of the same weight will require different fixation schemes: for rotational parts, a centering gripper often provides a more stable result. To compare this model with other options by gripper type, jaw stroke, force, and permissible workpiece weight, you can go to the pneumatic grippers section.

What to Consider When Selecting a Gripper

The VGTZF55 belongs to centering pneumatic grippers. This design helps hold the part evenly and reduces the risk of displacement relative to the axis. This is especially important in automation, where the workpiece must repeatedly reach the same position without manual adjustment. Before choosing this model, it is worth checking:

• whether the 8 mm stroke per jaw is sufficient for your part;
• whether the closing force is suitable for the weight, shape, and surface of the workpiece;
• whether centering is required, rather than holding only;
• whether the center of gravity is shifted during transfer;
• whether oil, chips, dust, moisture, or vibration are present in the working area;
• whether jaw position monitoring with sensors is required.

If the part enters the gripping area with slight deviations, we recommend additionally evaluating compensation modules, position monitoring sensors, and the shape of the working jaws. This helps reduce the load on the tooling, improve positioning accuracy, and make the robotic system more stable.

Design Features of the VGTZF55

The VGTZF55 combines a centering holding scheme, toothed guide, and IP67 protected design. The toothed guide provides high load-bearing capacity and stable jaw operation during regular use. This is especially important for automated lines where the gripper operates in a repeatable cycle and must maintain accurate part positioning. The sealed design helps extend stable mechanism operation in demanding conditions. Dust protection and the ability to withstand short-term contact with water make the VGTZF55 a practical solution for production facilities where standard versions may lose service life faster due to contamination.

Why It Is Better to Buy the VGTZF55 Pneumatic Gripper from KIPVALVE

The VGTZF55 is a solution for production facilities where precise centering, reliable gripping, protection against contamination, and stable operation in an automated cycle are important. For the equipment to work correctly, the model characteristics must be matched with actual operating conditions: the weight and geometry of the part, working pressure, line speed, transfer trajectory, contamination level, and accuracy requirements. KIPVALVE helps select FOUK KIPVALVE pneumatic grippers for the tasks of industrial enterprises. We can assess whether the VGTZF55 is suitable for your part or offer another model from the series if a different option is required in terms of jaw stroke, force, workpiece weight, protection rating, or operating conditions. To receive a commercial quotation and price, submit a request via the form on the page. KIPVALVE specialists will clarify the part parameters and line operating conditions, and help select equipment for your production process.