End Effector — Robot End Effector Reference
Quick-reference for robot end-effector types, mounting standards, tool center point calibration, and custom tooling design.
When to Use
- Selecting an end-effector for a robot application
- Designing custom tooling for specific parts
- Calibrating tool center points (TCP)
- Understanding ISO flange standards and mounting
- Evaluating tool changers for multi-tool applications
Commands
intro
scripts/script.sh intro
End effector fundamentals — definition, categories, selection criteria.
types
scripts/script.sh types
End effector types: grippers, welding torches, spray guns, spindles, sensors.
flanges
scripts/script.sh flanges
ISO flange standards, bolt patterns, and robot-to-tool mounting interfaces.
tcp
scripts/script.sh tcp
Tool Center Point calibration methods — 4-point, 6-point, external measurement.
changers
scripts/script.sh changers
Automatic tool changers — types, locking mechanisms, utility pass-through.
design
scripts/script.sh design
Custom end effector design guidelines — weight, stiffness, cable routing.
payload
scripts/script.sh payload
Payload calculation — tool weight, workpiece mass, moment of inertia.
checklist
scripts/script.sh checklist
End effector selection and commissioning checklist.
help
scripts/script.sh help
version
scripts/script.sh version
Configuration
| Variable | Description |
|---|---|
ENDEFFECTOR_DIR |
Data directory (default: ~/.endeffector/) |
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