DoF - a Robotiq Community
Warning sign
The Dof Community was shut down in June 2023. This is a read-only archive.
If you have questions about Robotiq products please reach our support team.
Categories Discussions
Home > Integration > What about a gripper and a Denso Robot?
Robotiq_Customer

I saw the post about integrating a FT sensor with a Denso robot and I was wondering if it's the exact same for with a Robotiq gripper?

Thanks to help before I make a mistake  ;)
Catherine_Bernier

Hi,

No, it's not exactly the same here is what you need to know: 

Hardware Setup

The ROBOTIQ gripper connects to the DENSO RC8 controller via the RS-232 port. You will need to use a RS-485 to RS-232 converter between the ROBOTIQ gripper and the RC8. 

zoom

COM Port Configuration on the RC8
  • Operational path: [F6 Settings] – [F5 Communication and Token] – [F3 Data Communication]
  • Set communication of device.
  • Press [F3 Data Communication] to display the following [Data Communication Settings] window.
  • Select “Serial #1” device option. After selecting the device, press [F5 Edit] key to change its settings. 
zoom

Edit the serial settings to match the image below.

zoom


Including PACscript program to Wincaps III project 

Include the Robotiq.pcs program on your project by clicking Add Existing File… under the Project menu. Download the Robotiq.pcs program onto your RC8 controller.

zoom

Robotiq Program Structure

Any program that CALLs the Robotiq.pcs subroutine needs have the #include command. 
zoom

The structure of the Robotic subroutine requires two arguments, a string variable (Command) and a 5 element integer array (Option[]). 
zoom
Command List
zoom


To get more details on the commands with examples, check this post here.

Hope this helps.

Robotiq 2-Finger 85&140 Driver - User's Guide
Robotiq 2-Finger 85&140 Driver for RC8