FG40 is an electro-permanent magnet (EPM) designed for aerospace, robotic, and industrial applications. It combines the advantages of electro- and permanent magnets by being able to switch between the on-state and off-state on demand (like an electromagnet); while consuming zero power in either state (like a permanent magnet).
The device supports the following communication interfaces:
- Cyphal/CAN FD and DroneCAN/UAVCAN control with diagnostic telemetry;
- RCPWM control input (A-suffix models only);
- voltage level control input (A-suffix models only);
To get started, explore various application examples or refer to the quickstart guide. All models are compatible with PX4 and ArduPilot. For more information, consult the reference manual.
Volume discounts available upon request.
Variants
- FG401M - optimized for cost-sensitive applications.
- FG401MA - for systems without CAN bus; supports RCPWM and voltage level control/feedback.
- FG402M - optimized for mission-critical applications.
| Feature | FG401M | FG401MA | FG402M |
| Mass | 72 g | 72 g | 72 g |
| Dimensions | 40✕40✕22 mm | 40✕40✕22 mm | 41✕41✕22 mm |
| CAN bus | 1 (non-redundant) | 1 (non-redundant) | 2 (doubly redundant) |
| Analog control | No | Yes | No |
Applications
- Magnetic locks, clamps, and holders.
- Payload attachment in vehicles, drones, and robots.
- Quick-assemble structures.
- Quick-release batteries in EVs and drones.
- Workholding in CNC machines.
- End-of-arm tooling (EOAT).
- Steel surface climbing legged robots.
Testimonials
“FluxGrip’s holding force exceeds the published spec, making it a perfect match for our robots. Integration was straightforward, and Zubax’s technical support has been exemplary. We recommend FluxGrip without reservation.”
Miguel Serrano (CEO of INSTOR Projetos e Robotica)
“FluxGrip worked well with our trailer design for our ground vehicle. It was very easy to set up, just like a regular servo. The holding force is top notch and it never failed to grip any item at any terrain.”
Mark Austria (CS Student at California State University, Long Beach)