Oval electric gripster with gauge, 260 kg

Overview

Oval electric gripster with gauge, 260 kg: an electric vacuum lifter with an oval suction pad. Rated at 260 kg, it sells for around €76. It is sold without a brand name of its own, like many gripsters made in China.

Price and load capacity compared

Among the 265 oval vacuum grippers in this comparison, it is priced slightly above the median of €71. Its load capacity matches the typical value for this design (260 kg) almost exactly. That works out at 342 kg of capacity per €100 spent; the median is 341 kg.

Drive and operation

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 tiles, glass and natural stone.