ZP3E Lateral Entry
ZPX, ZPY and ZP2 series vacuum cups are ideal for heavy weight material or objects with a large surface area. The lateral vacuum entry available with or without buffer. The versatile design can be used for a wide number of applications. The variety of cup material and designs give great freedom to the designer when solving application problems. Using special materials in the cups such as conductive materials that help ensure static discharge further broaden their uses.
ZP3E-Y, Compact Cup, Lateral Vacuum Inlet w/Adapter
The ZP3E-Y adapter model uses a lateral vacuum inlet rather than a top-mounted port and features a compact pad design that trims unnecessary bulk compared to older generations of the product. It is designed for controlled, repetitive pick-and-place applications where the workpiece is always flat and presented at a consistent height. By omitting a buffer or ball joint, it provides a rigid, low-profile connection that ensures zero deflection during fast robotic movements, making it ideal for high-speed automation in tight envelopes.
ZP3E-Y, Compact Cup, Lateral Vacuum Inlet w/Buffer
The ZP3E-Y buffer model is the preferred choice for handling fragile items or workpieces with inconsistent pickup heights. The built-in spring-loaded buffer absorbs impact shock on contact and automatically compensates for slight variations in material thickness, removing the need to adjust robot Z-axis programming for varying batches. The combination of a side-mounted lateral inlet and the shortened ZP3E buffer body allows designers to fit shock-absorbing capabilities into tight vertical spaces that standard assemblies are unable to access.
ZP3E-YF*UM, Compact Cup, Lateral Vacuum Inlet w/Ball Joint Adapter
The ZP3E-YF*UM adapter model ensures a secure vacuum seal without the need to machine custom-angled end-of-arm tooling. The built-in ball joint allows the suction pad to freely pivot and articulate, conforming to the angle of the workpiece upon contact to prevent vacuum leaks and guaranteeing reliable handling of warped or irregular loads. By using the lateral vacuum entry rather than a standard vertical connection, this compact pad offers articulating capability while keeping the center of gravity low and saving valuable overhead space on the robotic arm.
ZP3E-YF*UM, Compact Cup, Lateral Vacuum Inlet w/Ball Joint Buffer
The ZP3E-YF*UM buffer model is the ultimate mechanical problem-solver for complex material handling when faced with both angular misalignment and varying workpiece heights simultaneously. It combines the multi-axis pivot of a ball joint with the vertical shock absorption of a spring-loaded buffer, ensuring a perfect seal on heavily warped, sloped, or inconsistently sized materials; all while utilizing specialized, static-discharging materials if needed. The mechanical assembly conforms to the part in multiple dimensions on its own, reducing the need for precise robot positioning or expensive vision-guided systems.