Communication delay between a Robotiq gripper and a TM/Omron robot

::heading=Problem

There is a communication problem between a Robotiq gripper and a TM/Omron robot.

The problem can be just a delay or a request not working (grip check, position...)

The duration of this delay may vary from 1 to 4 seconds.

The occurrence of the delay may happen 1 out of 800 times or more.

 

::heading=Troubleshooting

Verify the version of TM Flow.

Verify the version of the Robotiq component.

Verify the version of the RS232-RS485 adapter.

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::heading=How to test

Make a small program where the gripper opens and closes and monitor it.

You can include a grip check feature.

 

::heading=Solution

Update TM Flow to the latest compatible version.

Update Robotiq component to the latest compatible version.

Replace the RS232-RS485 adapter.

Try with a different adapter but make sure the new one is from the correct version.

Try a different gripper, coupling and cable.

If all still fails, contact the Robotiq support team (support@robotiq.com) and provide the necessary information.

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