Vacuum suction is a core solution for "flexible grasping" in industrial automation with four core advantages: non-damaging grasping, adaptability to multi-material/irregular workpieces, clean and environmental protection, and flexible operation. It can be adapted to different industry characteristics of workpieces (thin/thick, precision/coarse, sanitary/standard).
Mark-free Vacuum Suction Cups ZP3
Mark-free Vacuum Suction Cups ZP3 from Commaelec are compact suction cups (φ4–16mm) with built-in telescopic buffers for minimal dust. Ideal for photovoltaic panels, semiconductor wafers, optical lenses, OLED/LCD panels, and medical components, they offer customized options, flexible installation, anti-static materials, and stainless steel accessories.
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Mark-free Vacuum Suction Cups ZP3
ZP3 Series Mark-free Resin Attachment Pad
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Specifications / Material
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Mark-free Vacuum Suction Cups ZP3 are precision-designed mini suction cups made in China, engineered to handle delicate surfaces without causing scratches or marks. Built with high-quality silicone and optional PEEK attachments, they provide reliable adhesion, minimal dust generation, and stable vacuum performance. These suction cups are ideal for automation in sensitive industries such as electronics, photovoltaics, and medical devices.
Applications
Photovoltaic Panels: Safe transportation and installation without damaging glass surfaces.
Semiconductor Wafers (Silicon): Precise handling for fragile wafers during manufacturing.
Optical Lenses (Glass/Resin): Secure grip for lens assembly without surface damage.
Electronic Displays (OLED/LCD Panels): Transfer and placement with no scratches.
Medical Device Components: Handling surgical instrument accessories or delicate parts safely.
Key Features
Mark-free Design: Prevents scratches or surface damage during handling.
Compact Size: Available in mini diameters (4–16mm), suitable for tight spaces.
High-Quality Materials: Non-marking vacuum cups are available in silicone and PEEK options, offering excellent chemical resistance and heat resistance.
Minimal Dust: Built-in telescopic buffer reduces dust generation in sensitive environments.
Flexible Installation: Vertical or lateral vacuum inlet orientation; can include adapters or stainless steel brackets.
Customizable Options: Tailored solutions for specific industrial needs.
FAQ
Q1: What industries benefit most from these suction cups?
A: Electronics, photovoltaics, optics, semiconductor, and precision medical manufacturing.
Q2: Can I customize the suction cup size or material?
A: Yes, Mark-free Vacuum Suction Cups ZP3 are available in various diameters, silicone or PEEK materials, and optional anti-static or stainless steel accessories.
Q3: How do these cups reduce surface damage?
A: The soft, high-elasticity materials and precise vacuum pressure control ensure no scratches or marks occur during lifting and placement.
How to Order
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No adsorption marks (rubber constituents) are left on the workpiece.
>Avoids direct contact between the workpiece and the rubber by installing a PEEK attachment to the bellows pad to prevent the transfer of rubber constituents. - Ideal for the ZP3 series bellows pad (ø4 to ø16)
| ②Pad diameter(mm) | |
| Symbol | Applicable pad |
| 04 | ZP3-04B |
| 06 | ZP3-06B |
| 08 | ZP3-08B |
| 10 | ZP3-10B |
| 13 | ZP3-13B |
| 16 | ZP3-16B |
| ③Attachment material | |
| P | PEEK |
| GP | Conductive PEEK |
| M | POM |
| GM | Conductive POM |
- When ordering with a pad, put “*”, below the part number of the pad as shown below. Note that the pad is not delivered with the attachment assembled.
- When the attachment is made of conductive PEEK, use conductive material for the pad.
- Clean the product before using the attachment.
- This product is not cleaned after machining. If the product is used in the condition in which it is shipped, residual material may be left on the work pieces. Clean before usage.
- If contact with hard material is a problem, do not use this product.
Dimensions(mm)
Green symbol is customized models.
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Resin Attachment
| Model | øA | øB | øC | D | P |
Adapter pad no. |
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② Pad dia. |
③ Pad type |
④ Pad Material |
② Pad dia. |
③ Pad type |
④ Pad Material |
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| ZP3 | 04 | K |
P GP M GM |
4 | 4.5 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 8.5 | ZP3 | 06 | B |
N S U F GN GS |
| 06 | 6 | 7 | 1.6 | 08 | ||||||||
| 08 | 8 | 9 | 3 | 10 | ||||||||
| 10 | 10 | 11 | 5 | 3.2 | 10.5 | 13 | ||||||
| 13 | 13 | 14 | 7 | 16 | ||||||||
| 16 | 16 | 17 | 8 | 20 | ||||||||
When the attachment is made of conductive PEEK, use conductive material for the pad.
Model for refer: ZP3-08KGP Adapter pad for refer: ZP3-08BGN / ZP3-08BGS
Pad Material and Characteristics
⚪:Little or no influence △:Can be used depending on conditions X:Not suitable
| Pad type | Pad diameter(mm) | Application | Typical workpiece surfaces and shapes | |||||||
| Flat | Waved | Oblique | Different heights | Convex | Oily | |||||
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| Compact P ad | Flat (U) |
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ø1.5~ø3.5 | For adsorption of work pieces with flat and not deformed surface | ⚪ | X | X | X | X | X |
| Flat with groove (UM) |
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ø4~ø16 | For a workpiece which is likely to deform | ⚪ | X | X | X | X | △ | |
| Bellows(B) |
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ø4~ø16 | For adsorption of work pieces with inclined surface | ⚪ | △ | ⚪ | X | △ | X | |
Pad Material and Characteristics
⚪:Little or no influence △:Can be used depending on conditions X:Not suitable
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Material
Characteristics
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Symbol |
Durometer HS (±5°) |
Color of rubber |
Operating temperature range (°C) |
Oil resistance gasoline |
Oil resistance benzol |
Base resistance |
Acid resistance |
Weatherability |
Ozone resistance |
Abrasion resistance |
Waterproof |
Solvent resistance (Benzene, toluene) |
Application |
| NBR | N | 50 | Black | 0 ~ 120 | ⚪ | X | △ | △ | X | X | ⚪ | △ | X | Transfer of general work, Corrugated board, Veneer plate, Iron plate and others |
| Silicone rubber | S | 45 ~ 50 | White | -30 ~ 200 | X | X | △ | X | ⚪ | ⚪ | X | △ | X | Semiconductor, Removing from die-casting, Thin work, Food processor |
| Urethane rubber | U | 50 ~ 60 | Brown | 0 ~ 60 | ⚪ | X | X | X | △ | ⚪ | ⚪ | X | X | Corrugated board, Iron plate, Veneer plate |
| FKM | F | 60 | Black | 0 ~ 250 | ⚪ | ⚪ | X | ⚪ | ⚪ | ⚪ | △ | ⚪ | ⚪ | Chemical work |
| Conductive NBR | GN | 50 ~ 65 | 0 ~ 100 | △ | X | △ | X | △ | X | △ | △ | X | General work of semiconductor (Static electricity resistance) | |
| Conductive silicone rubbe | GS | 50 ~ 60 | -10 ~ 200 | X | X | △ | X | ⚪ | ⚪ | X | △ | X | Semiconductor (Static electricity) |
The above table covers only general characteristics of subject rubber materials. Blue symbol is customized models .
Application outline of pneumatic components (vacuum suction cup) in various industrial fields
I. Core strengths
II. Extraction of applications by industry
A. Medicine and medical industry
A.1：Core requirements: Clean and pollution-free (FDA/GMP compliant), gentle and non-damaging, and cross-contamination prevention
A.2 Key scenarios:
1. Pharmaceutical packaging: drug bottle / pharmaceutical plate / infusion bag pickup (food grade silicone suction cup, no particle shedding)
2. Medical device assembly: surgical instruments/medical catheters/pieces of prosthesis handling (adjustable negative pressure, deformation protection)
3. Biological laboratory: petri dish/centrifuge tube/reagent card transfer (chemical resistant, sterile compatible)
B. Electronics and semiconductor industry
B.1 Core requirements: anti-static (10⁶-10¹¹Ω), precision positioning (error ≤0.01mm), scratch resistance
B.2 Key scenarios:
1. Chip/Semiconductor: wafer handling, chip packaging (porous ceramic/anti-static silicone suction cup, uniform negative pressure to prevent rupture)
2. PCB/Components: Flexible PCB, micro components (0402 resistors) surface-mounted (thin silicone/gel/micro suction cups to prevent wrinkling/tearing)
3. Display: LCD/OLED panel, touch glass grab (high transparent material, no stains and scratches)
C. Automobile and auto parts industry
C.1 Core requirements: large suction (single suction disk ≥500N), multi-specification adaptation (metal/plastic/glass), non-slip
C.2 Key scenarios:
4. Body manufacturing: steel plate / door frame handling welding (large diameter rubber / multi-suction cup array, anti-slip texture)
5. Glass / Interior: Windscreen installation, leather seat surface transfer (temperature resistant silicone / sponge suction cups, deformation protection)
6. Parts: engine cylinder body / gearbox housing grab (vacuum + mechanical lock, anti-fall)
D. Food and packaging industry
D.1 Core requirements: Food grade material (FDA certified), easy to clean, crush resistant
D.2 Key scenarios:
1. Food handling: baked goods / fresh meat / fruit sorting (low suction sponge suction cup, odorless and easy to wash)
2. Packaging automation: packaging bag opening, sterile carton molding (static elimination/ multi-point suction, suitable for thin/hard packaging)
E. Logistics and warehousing industry
E.1 Core requirements: efficient adaptation (multiple specifications of goods), stable pressure, anti-fall
E.2 Key scenarios:
1. Carton handling: e-commerce carton sorting (adjustable suction array, vacuum pressure)
2. Plate/roll: Wood board/plastic film roll transfer (long strip/annular suction cup, uniform adsorption to prevent offset)
F. New energy and special industries
F.1 New energy (lithium battery/pv):
1. Lithium battery plate (anti-static porous suction cup, anti-dust), photovoltaic glass (large suction silicone suction cup, no scratch)
F.2 Printing and paper
1. Paper/printed matter capture (absorbent paper material, slight negative pressure to prevent tearing and ink contamination)
III. Summary of core adaptation logic
| Workpiece characteristics | Pipette adaptation programme | Corresponding industry scenarios |
| Thin / Fragile / Precision | Silicone/ceramic material, micro negative pressure, micro suction nozzle | Electronic semiconductors, pharmaceuticals |
| Heavy items / Large size | Rubber material, large diameter suction cup, multi-suction cup array | Automobiles, logistics panels |
| Health/Prevention of pollution | Food/medical grade silicone, easy to clean structure | Medicine, food |
| Soft / irregular surfaces | Sponge material, deformable suction cup | Car interiors, food |
| Antistatic requirements | Antistatic silicone, ion wind assisted | electronic semi-conductor |
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