Some components perform a subtle but crucial function. They are not visible in the finished product, nor do they appear in photographs of the machinery, yet they determine the quality and speed of every grip-and-release cycle. Vuototecnica’s anti-rotation suction cup holders with built-in springs fall into this category.
A suction cup holder is the mechanical link between the vacuum system and the suction cup that grips the part. It must transmit the vacuum, cushion contact, compensate for surface irregularities, and do so thousands of times a day without losing precision. It is a component that operates under continuous stress, which is why every design choice matters.
Take, for example, the spring in Vuototecnica’s new series of suction cup holders, which is built into the aluminum body: protected from impacts, dirt, and contaminants, it ensures a smooth and consistent response over time, without requiring special attention.
The low-friction slide bushings ensure smooth and quiet movement with minimal maintenance requirements, while the enlarged internal passages allow for a generous vacuum flow, resulting in fast cycles even when working with large suction cups.
One detail worth noting is the threaded bronze bushing, which allows for a particularly wide range of mounting adjustments and precise positioning in various configurations.
Finally, the anti-rotation system prevents any unwanted rotation of the suction cup during operation, ensuring stability and precision even in the most demanding applications.
Ideal for robotics, pick-and-place systems, and industrial automation in general—anywhere precision, reliability, and ease of adjustment are required—the new anti-rotation suction cup holders with recessed springs are perfectly suited for these applications.
They are available with female and male connections, in the VCH 18, VCH 14, VCH 38, and VCH 12 versions, with different spring strokes to accommodate the types of suction cups with holders available in the catalogue.
Despite their functionality, their footprint remains compact—a feature that simplifies integration even in the tightest spaces.
3D drawings are available at www.vuototecnica.net.
