Electric 8-inch vacuum gripper, twin pack with 4 batteries

Overview

Electric 8-inch vacuum gripper, twin pack with 4 batteries: an electric vacuum lifter with a round suction pad (Ø 203 mm). Rated at 272 kg, it sells for around €43. The set contains 2 lifters, which works out at around €22 each. No brand name is given; the tool comes from Chinese series production.

Price and load capacity compared

Among the 200 round vacuum lifters in this comparison, it ranks in the cheapest quarter. At 272 kg, its load capacity is 72 kg above the typical value for this design (200 kg). That works out at 1,236 kg of capacity per €100 spent; the median is 347 kg.

Drive and operation

A swappable battery powers the pump. With a second battery you can keep working without interruption. Battery capacity is 2,400 mAh, and 4 batteries are included. A digital display shows the vacuum level and battery charge. If the vacuum drops, the tool automatically pumps back up.

Seal and applications

The sealing lip is rubber. On smooth surfaces such as glass, polished tiles and stone it seals very tightly and lasts a long time; on rough or textured surfaces it is at a disadvantage. According to the data sheet it is suitable for glass, tiles, natural stone and metal.