Smartshift Tool Changer

::heading=Context

Communication problems between a Robotiq gripper on the robot can sometimes occur when a tool changer is used. This article describes the workaround for this specific issue.

 

::heading=Principle of the Tool Changer: Smartshift

Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KMpbDapuOI

Technical Documentation: https://smartshift-robotics.com/download/

 

::heading=Compatibility

::info=Universal Robots - E-Series Model Only

::info=Compatible Robotiq Grippers : 2F-85, 2F-140, Hand-E, EPick

Source:

https://smartshift-robotics.com/wp-content/uploads/P-TSS-007-Smartshift-Robotiq-grippers-compatibility-V1.0.pdf

 

::heading=How to Implement

Download and Install on the root of a USB key

  • Smartshift URCaps: https://smartshift-robotics.com/download/
  • Robotiq Script rq_cycle_tool_voltage_until_connection (here) to ensure : 
    • Compatibility between the tool changer and the gripper 
    • Communication between UR E-Series and Robotiq Gripper through the Smartshift tool 

Follow the steps described here : https://share.robotiq.com/public/e9bf5

 

::heading=Camera Setting Example

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