Wafer Grippers SWGM

Schmalz has developed the Wafer Gripper for extremely fast and gentle handling of wafers and solar cells in the production processes. In these processes exact positioning during the visual inspection and position measurement allow for instant breakage detection during the handling process.

Fully or partially automated production of PV cells with maximum process stability, production line uptime, cell efficiency and line output.

Low overall height and operating weight
High speed, high accuracy handling for cycle times below 1 second
Optimum allocation and dimension of the suction points
Less operating costs
High suction rate even for partial coverage or leakages
Reliable gripping and handling, even of deformed, broken or perforated wafers
Exhaust air channels for controlled air discharge - no contamination of process area
Quick object release - precise positioning and very short cycle times
Minimal surface contamination and reduction of blind spots