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The SCHMALZ FXCB Series vacuum area gripping system, model 10.01.43.00070, features 15 suction cells, an overall length of 331 mm, and an overall width of 123.2 mm. It operates with a normally open valve configuration. This system is designed for handling large, flat workpieces in automated handling applications. The FXCB series integrates multiple suction cells to distribute vacuum evenly across the gripping surface, suitable for porous materials such as cardboard or non-porous materials like metal sheets.

SCHMALZ vacuum pad assemblies are available in several materials depending on the application. For general industrial use, NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) with Shore A hardness of 55 A is common. For automotive applications, Elastodur ED with 85 A hardness is used. Food-safe applications require pads made from materials compliant with food contact regulations, such as the flat-type film and paper pad (MPN 10.01.01.14975) or the multi-bellows pad (MPN 10.01.06.05590). Material selection affects durability, temperature resistance, and compatibility with handled surfaces.

Selection depends on workpiece surface, weight, and material. For flat, non-porous surfaces, flat pads provide maximum contact area. For uneven or curved surfaces, bellows or multi-bellows pads compensate for height variations. Pad diameter should match the workpiece size; available diameters range from 15.5 mm to 55 mm. Connection type (M5, G1/8, G1/4, G3/8, or NPT) must match your vacuum system. Material choice depends on operating temperature and chemical exposure. For food handling, use food-safe pads. For high-wear applications, use harder compounds like 85 A Elastodur ED.

The SCHMALZ FQE Xc series is a large-area vacuum gripping system with integrated ejectors, available in configurations with 16 or 35 suction cells and 2 or 3 ejectors. The FXCB series is a vacuum area gripping system without integrated ejectors, relying on external vacuum sources. The FQE Xc is designed for applications requiring self-contained vacuum generation, while the FXCB is suited for systems with centralized vacuum supplies. Both use normally open valves and foam sealing for porous workpieces.

Yes, the SCHMALZ FSTE vacuum buffer (MPN 10.01.02.00603) is designed for automated handling. It features a rotating design with a 25 mm stroke length, G1/8 male and female connections, and an M16 mounting thread. The buffer compensates for height differences during pick-and-place operations, reducing impact forces and improving cycle times. It is compatible with SCHMALZ vacuum pads and gripping systems, and can be integrated into robotic or linear axis systems.

SCHMALZ food-safe vacuum pads, such as the flat-type film and paper pad (MPN 10.01.01.14975) and the multi-bellows pad (MPN 10.01.06.05590), are manufactured from materials that comply with food contact regulations, including EU and FDA requirements. These pads are designed for handling food packaging, films, and paper products without contamination. The specific certification details are available in the product documentation provided by SCHMALZ. For exact compliance standards, refer to the manufacturer's technical data sheets.