Product Overview

The Vacuum & Air Control Unit HKU is a unitized pneumatic solution designed to deliver reliable vacuum and compressed air supply directly to EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) systems. It enables both suction conveyance via Vacuum Pad and grip conveyance via Gripper, simplifying integration into automated material handling processes by providing a single, pre-configured source for vacuum and air control.

Construction and Materials

Constructed as a compact, integrated unit, the HKU combines all necessary pneumatic components within a single housing. It is designed to eliminate the need for individual selection of valves or fittings on the pneumatic circuit, ensuring consistent performance and reducing complexity in system design and assembly.

Configuration and Connections

The unit features standardized connection points: it connects directly to the supply port (IN) on the input side and outputs vacuum or compressed air through either the P (pressure) or V (vacuum) output ports. Simply connect this unit to the IN port for air supply and route the P or V port to your Vacuum Pad or Gripper as required.

Operating Characteristics

The HKU is designed to support both vacuum generation and air switching functions, enabling seamless operation between different conveying modes without additional circuitry or manual intervention. It eliminates the need for extensive piping and labor-intensive installation between equipment components by providing a ready-to-use, modular solution.

Sizes and Options

Available in four distinct types to match specific work transport requirements, the HKU offers flexibility across applications. Each variant is optimized for different pneumatic demands but maintains identical interface design and operational principles, ensuring compatibility with existing systems without modification.

Installation and Integration

The unit integrates directly into existing automation systems through its standardized IN and P/V output ports. Installation requires only connecting the supply line to the IN port and routing the appropriate output (P or V) to your Vacuum Pad or Gripper, making it a plug-and-play solution for pneumatic conveyance applications.