Electric gripster for narrow panels, 2,400 mAh

Overview

Electric gripster for narrow panels, 2,400 mAh: an electric vacuum lifter with a narrow, rectangular suction pad. For around €87, the manufacturer quotes a load capacity of 120 kg. It is sold without a brand name of its own, like many gripsters made in China.

Price and load capacity compared

Among the 51 narrow vacuum lifters in this comparison, it is priced below the median of €95. At 120 kg, its load capacity is 20 kg above the typical value for this design (100 kg). That works out at 138 kg of capacity per €100 spent; the median is 148 kg.

Drive and operation

Battery capacity is 2,400 mAh.

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 and tiles.