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Made in FranceEngineering the
Made in FranceCarbon Fiber Vacuum Grippers
Engineering the
Lightest Grip
on the Market
Defitech Flexi Carbon grippers pair a carbon-fibre body with an integrated venturi vacuum source: 0.72 kg to 2.48 kg, lifting up to 75 kg, on an ISO 9409-1-50-4 flange supplied matched to your robot.
0.72 kg
Min Weight
80°C
Max Temp
61×
Payload to weight
IP40
Protection
Key Advantages
Ultra-Fast Cycles
Fastest gripping speed on market, optimized for high-throughput lines
Feather-Light Build
Carbon fibre construction: the 175 × 275 lifts up to 48 kg at a gripper weight of 0.80 kg.
80°C Ambient
Rated for ambient temperatures from 5°C to 80°C.
Custom-Engineered
Designed around your exact application, from concept to production
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Flexi Carbon
Suction Cup Gripper
Flexi Carbon Adjustable Cups 150 × 250
Carbon fiber suction cup gripper with adjustable cup positions across a 150 × 250 mm area. Concentrated suction force…
Payload60 kg
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Flexi Carbon
Suction Cup Gripper
Flexi Carbon Adjustable Cups 170 × 420
Long-format suction cup gripper spanning a 170 × 420 mm area — designed for wide panels, long cardboard blanks and la…
Payload60 kg
Défitech
Flexi Carbon
Box Forming Gripper
Flexi Carbon Box Forming Gripper
Specialized Flexi Carbon gripper for automated cardboard box erecting. Grips, opens and forms flat-packed boxes rangi…
Payload20 kg
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Flexi Carbon
Foam Gripper
Flexi Carbon Foam 125 × 250
The entry-level Flexi Carbon foam gripper — ultra-lightweight at 720g with a 125 × 250 mm foam sealing surface that c…
Payload31 kg
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Flexi Carbon
Foam Gripper
Flexi Carbon Foam 175 × 275
Mid-size foam gripper with a 175 × 275 mm vacuum area — balances a wider gripping surface with an exceptionally low 8…
Payload48 kg
Défitech
Flexi Carbon
Foam Gripper
Flexi Carbon Foam 200 × 250
Foam gripper with a 200 × 250 mm vacuum area, 820 g total weight and a lifting capacity of up to 50 kg — a wider, squ…
Payload50 kg
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Flexi Carbon
Foam Gripper
Flexi Carbon Foam 225 × 300 (Check Valves)
The largest foam gripper in the Flexi Carbon range, featuring integrated check valves that maintain suction even when…
Payload75 kg
Industry Applications
Where Defitech Excels
From hygiene-sensitive packaging lines to aerospace-grade precision, Defitech carbon grippers adapt to the most demanding environments.
Aerospace
Clean-room compatible, ESD-safe options. Handles composite panels, fuselage components.
Clean RoomESD SafeLightweight
Automotive
Body panel handling, door inner liners, glass. High cycle rate grippers for stamping lines.
Body PanelsGlassHigh Speed
Palletizing & Logistics
Mixed SKU handling, foam conforming surfaces adapt to irregular boxes and bags.
Mixed SKUHigh PayloadFlexible
Food & Beverage
Foam and suction-cup surfaces for packaging and food-adjacent handling. Electronics are rated IP40.
FoamIP40Washdown
Medical & Pharma
Non-particulate shedding, validated materials. Handles blister packs and vials.
Non-ParticleValidatedPrecise
General Manufacturing
Custom engineering for any part geometry from your 3D model.
CustomAny GeometryFast Lead
Technology
Why Carbon Fiber Changes Everything
01
Structural Carbon Backbone
Aerospace-grade woven carbon fiber provides a rigid, ultra-light frame.
02
Precision Vacuum Architecture
Integrated vacuum channels machined directly into carbon. No hose routing, no leaks.
03
Adaptive Contact Surface
Interchangeable foam or suction cup interfaces conform to irregular surfaces.
04
ISO Mounting Interface
ISO 9409-1-50-4 flange, supplied matched to your robot — UR, Fanuc CRX and ABB GoFa variants.
61×
Payload to weight
Technical Specifications
Key parameters across the Flexi Carbon range
| Parameter | Foam Gripper | Cup Gripper | Box Forming | Custom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gripper Weight | 0.72–1.90 kg | 1.23–1.38 kg | 2.48 kg | Application spec |
| Max Payload | Up to 75 kg | Up to 60 kg | Up to 20 kg | Application spec |
| Temperature Range | 5°C to 80°C | 5°C to 80°C | 5°C to 80°C | Custom |
| Protection Rating | IP40 | IP40 | IP40 | Custom |
| Mounting Standard | ISO 9409-1-50-4 | ISO 9409-1-50-4 | ISO 9409-1-50-4 | Custom |
| Material | Carbon + Foam | Carbon + Cups | Carbon + Cups | Carbon + X |
| Lead Time | Custom | Custom | Custom | 4–8 weeks |
Specifications may vary by model. Contact us for exact parameters for your application.
Quality You Can Trust
French engineering excellence backed by international standards
CE
CE Marked
EU Conformity
ISO
Patented
Several patents and design registrations
FR
Made in France
Annecy, Haute-Savoie
RoHS
RoHS Compliant
Hazardous-Free Materials
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