There are many ways to connect the end effector to the robot arm, each of which has its specific application scenarios and advantages and disadvantages.
Here are some common connection methods:
1. Flange connection
Features: Flange connection is a common way to connect the robot arm to the end effector, suitable for mechanical structures that require high precision, high rigidity, and high quality.
It is characterized by simple structure, firm connection, and not easy to loosen, which is very suitable for high-precision movement.
Application scenario: Flange connection is often used in workbenches for grasping, holding, assembling, drilling, and other operations, as well as in areas such as shell installation lines that require high-speed movement.
Advantages: Stable connection, suitable for high-precision operations.
Disadvantages: Assembly requires high precision and cost.
2. Threaded connection
Features: Threaded connection is another common connection method, suitable for application scenarios that require frequent replacement or adjustment.
Its assembly is simple, fast, and flexible, and it can also meet certain structural rigidity.
Application scenario: Threaded connection is often used in robot welding, spraying, sandblasting, polishing and other operations.
Advantages: Flexible assembly and quick replacement.
Disadvantages: poor connection accuracy, easy to loosen and corrode, requiring more frequent maintenance and higher costs.
3. Clamping connection
Features: Clamping connection is a connection method that can be quickly installed and disassembled, suitable for application scenarios where working tools need to be frequently replaced. It is characterized by simple structure, convenient operation and high work efficiency.
Application scenario: Clamping connection is often used for assembly operations in automated production lines.
Advantages: Fast installation and disassembly, high work efficiency.
Disadvantages: Poor accuracy, not suitable for high-precision and high-stability operations, and easy to cause damage to tools and workpieces.
4. Direct plug-in
Features: Direct plug-in is a relatively simple connection method, easy to operate, fast installation and low cost. However, it may not be applicable in some scenarios with high connection accuracy requirements.
Application scenario: scenarios with fast assembly and simple operation, such as assembly production lines and packaging production lines.
Advantages: Low cost and fast installation.
Disadvantages: High connection accuracy requirements, not suitable for high-precision and long-term operation applications.
5. Other special connection structures
With the continuous development of technology, some special connection structures have also emerged, such as quick locking mechanism, magnetic adsorption connection, etc. These connection methods have unique advantages in certain specific scenarios.
In summary, choosing a suitable connection method between the end effector and the robot arm requires comprehensive consideration of the actual conditions of different application scenarios, including operation accuracy, frequency, cost, maintenance convenience and other factors. In actual applications, the appropriate connection method can be selected according to specific needs to achieve the best working effect.