Vacuum cup suction plates with shut-off valves PVE and P2V2E for OCTOPUS systems
The suction plates described on this page are the same as the previously described PY and P2V, but with the addition of shut-off valves inserted in each vacuum cup support connection.
In absence of an object to grip or in case of a defective grip of the cup, the shut-off valves automatically close the suction inlet, thus preventing the level of vacuum from decreasing on the other gripping vacuum cups.
This feature reduces the vacuum generator flow rate compared to OCTOPUS systems with calibrated holes, to the benefit of energy savings. Also these plates an be used in any position without compromising correct operation.