Top 10 CWS Alternatives

  • SCHUNK MWS
  • SCHUNK SHS
  • Gimatic Quick changer for collaborative robots - QC75
  • KOSMEK SWR Robotic Hand Changer
  • SCHUNK SWS-L
  • Grip MGW Connector
  • Gimatic Manual quick changer - QC
  • DESTACO MANUAL TOOL CHANGERS - TC1 SERIES
  • SCHUNK AOV
  • Grip SWA Connector
  • KONSEI KHC Compact Auto Tool Changer
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SCHUNK MWS
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Payload 0.5-1 kg

Manual tool change system with integrated air feed-through and optional electric feed-through.

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SCHUNK SHS
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Payload 0kg

Manual tool change system with integrated air feed-through, locking monitoring, and optional electric feed-through.

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Gimatic Quick changer for collaborative robots - QC75
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Payload 20kg | Product mass 260-300 kg

Manual quick changers are very popular in the plastics sector and are used to quickly change EOATs while the mould is being changed. Gimatic’s QC series of quick changers enable a significant reduction of tool change time as they feature built-in air chan.

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KOSMEK SWR Robotic Hand Changer
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Payload 0.5-360 kg


High-precision Robotic Hand Changer with many features enables multiple functions of robots and setup time reduction. It enhances the productivity of automated production line. No Backlash at Connection (Repeatability:3μm), High Rigidity (Durable for Bending and Twisting)
Long Operational Life (Durability of more than 1 million cycles)

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SCHUNK SWS-L
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Payload 300-1350 kg | Product mass 2.6-19.3 kg

Pneumatic tool change system with patented locking system for heavy loads

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Grip MGW Connector
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Payload 10-120 kg | Product mass 0-10.5 kg


The MGW Connector is our universal quick changer for every application and we have made it even better! The new system is of higher quality and offers more safety and accuracy. The innovations are a response to the current requirements of our customers. A centering disc can be installed on both the upper assembly (robot side) and lower assembly (tool side) of the robot and ensures that the tools are correctly aligned with the robot arm.


MGW Connector advantages:

  • Interface according to DIN EN ISO 9409-1
  • Durable - 5,000/10,000 cycles*
  • Withstands high loads
  • No tool required due to integrated operating lever
  • Intuitive operation
  • Can be released and closed with one hand
  • Protection against unintentional opening for dynamic applications
  • Spring-loaded locking pin secures hand lever against self-releasing
  • Lightweight made of high-strength aluminum, anodized
  • Optional mounting surface for energy feed-through

*Cycles dependent upon the MGW material.


By turning the semi cylindrical bolt by 180°, the upper assembly and lower assembly are secured together. When locking, the lower assembly is pulled up by the lever action. A centering disc can be installed on both the upper assembly (robot side) and lower assembly (tool side) of the robot and ensures that the tools are correctly aligned with the robot arm.

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Gimatic Manual quick changer - QC
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Manual quick changers are very popular in the plastics sector and are used to quickly change EOATs while the mould is being changed. Gimatic’s QC series of quick changers enable a significant reduction of tool change time as they feature built-in air chan.

• Quick tool change on the robot.
• Also suitable for vacuum pipelines.
• Avoids errors in pneumatic and electrical connections.
• 4, 8, 10 or 12 pneumatic connections.
• 15 electrical connections
• The two parts (robot side and gripper side) are supplied separately.
• The QCX robot side can also cut off the compressed air with a safety valve.
• The QCY robot side cuts off the compressed air automatically during disengagement.
• Optional LOQC lock unit

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DESTACO MANUAL TOOL CHANGERS - TC1 SERIES
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Payload 10kg | Product mass 0.33kg


DESTACO’s TC1 Series tool changers are ultralight, compact, and ideal for cobot work cells and applications requiring custom coupling solutions. Designed for safety, ease of use, durability, and excellent repeatability, this tool changer features a very low profile and a coupling solution with pneumatic and electrical pass-thru capability. The tool changer features IS0 9409 mounting, plus a highly adaptive blank version that is easily modified by machine builders for application specific needs.

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SCHUNK AOV
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SCHUNK AOV is a pneumatic random orbit sander with axial compensation for grinding and polishing of workpiece surfaces.

Benefits:

Compensation can be adjusted by means of a double-action pneumatic cylinder
A constant contact pressure independent of the orientation of the tool.

Optional media change system
Automated exchange of grinding or polishing wheels.

Optional connection for suction
Reduced contamination and susceptibility to faults.

Flexibility in axial direction
Simplified robot programming.

Use of proven, adhesive grinding and polishing wheels
Simplified automation of manual grinding and polishing tasks.

Simple exchange of wear parts

Maximum system availability and minimum spare parts requirements.

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Grip SWA Connector
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Payload 8-62 kg | Product mass 0-5 kg


The SWA Connector has a very low profile for applications with very little space. The transverse screw clamps the upper and lower assembly of the SWA with two wedge-shaped locking flanges, creating a form-fit without any play.


SWA Connector advantages:

  • Extremely low profile
  • Easy to use
  • Low weight, made of high-strength aluminum, anodized
  • Available in steel, optionally nitrated
  • High repeatability < 0.02 mm
  • Durable - 10,000 cycles
  • Interface according to DIN EN ISO 9409-1