Short answer: For cobot jobs with parts up to 3 kg and openings up to 50 mm, Grippersupply’s EPGC-50-150 is an alternative to the Robotiq Hand-E. It has a 50 mm stroke, ±0.02 mm repeatability, Modbus RTU (RS485) + I/O communication, IP54 and a standard brake. MOQ 1 piece, 12-month warranty, Lead time confirmed on quote. Hand-E is better on payload (7 kg vs 3 kg) and protection (IP67 vs IP54).
Robotiq’s Hand-E and 2-Finger (2F-85 / 2F-140) grippers are popular on collaborative robots, with plug-and-play kits for many cobot brands. This page helps integrators and end users decide when a Grippersupply gripper can do the same job, and when it cannot. All Robotiq numbers below come from Robotiq’s official product page (source under the table). Our numbers come from the Grippersupply catalog.
Quick matching guide
| Your need | Robotiq model | Grippersupply option |
|---|---|---|
| 50 mm parallel stroke on a cobot, machine tending, assembly | Hand-E (50 mm) | EPGC-50-150 |
| Small, precise parts on a cobot or Cartesian axis | Hand-E / 2F-85 | EPG2-26-15 |
| Grip and rotate (screwing caps, orienting parts) | — | ERG-20-80 |
| Very small, low-cost open/close with I/O only | — | EPGS-6-10, EPGS-12-15 |
| Wide 85–140 mm opening, encompassing grip | 2F-85 / 2F-140 | No direct equivalent in this list — ask us |
Comparison table: Hand-E and 2F-85 vs EPGC-50-150
| Spec | Robotiq Hand-E ¹ | Robotiq 2F-85 ¹ | Grippersupply EPGC-50-150 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stroke | 50 mm or 100 mm | 85 mm | 50 mm (adjustable) |
| Rated gripping force (per manufacturer spec) | 20–185 N | 20–235 N | 40–150 N ±10% |
| Payload | 7 kg | 5 kg | 3 kg (recommended max) |
| Repeatability | 0.025 mm | 0.05 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| Gripper weight | 1 kg (50 mm) / 1.1 kg (100 mm) | 1 kg | 1 kg |
| Speed / time | Closing speed 150 mm/s | Closing speed 20–150 mm/s | 0.5 s open/close (one way) |
| Power | 24 V, 2 A (robot wrist) | 24 V, 2 A (robot wrist) | DC 24 V ±10%, 0.6 A |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP40 | IP54 |
| Operating temperature | -10 to 50 °C | -10 to 50 °C | 0–40 °C, 20–85% RH |
| Control | Object detection, position, speed, force | Object detection, position, speed, force | Modbus RTU (RS485) and I/O |
| Power-off holding | — | — | Brake, standard |
| Warranty (as published) | 5,000,000 cycles | 2,000,000 cycles | 12-month warranty |
¹ Source: Robotiq Adaptive Grippers official page, https://robotiq.com/products/hand-e-adaptive-robot-gripper (Hand-E, 2F-85 and 2F-140 specification tables, accessed 2026-11-01). Robotiq also lists the 2F-140 at 140 mm stroke, 10–125 N, 2.5 kg payload, 0.08 mm repeatability, IP40 on the same page.
What the numbers mean for your cell
Payload. Hand-E and 2F-85 publish higher payloads (7 kg and 5 kg) than the EPGC-50-150 (3 kg). If your part is heavier than about 3 kg, or the robot moves it fast, choose a gripper rated for it. Gripping force figures are each manufacturer’s own rating; ask us to confirm how force is measured before you size a gripper close to its limit.
Environment. Hand-E is rated IP67 by Robotiq, which suits wet CNC tending with coolant. The EPGC-50-150 is IP54 (dust and splash). For direct coolant exposure, discuss protection with us first.
Stroke. The EPGC-50-150 matches the 50 mm Hand-E. For the 85 mm or 140 mm openings of the 2F series, we do not list a direct match here.
Holding on power loss. The EPGC-50-150 has a brake as standard, so it keeps its position if power drops.
Integration. Robotiq offers plug-and-play kits and on-pendant software for many cobot brands (it lists Aubo, Doosan, Fanuc CRX, Hanwha, Omron, Techman, Universal Robots and Yaskawa). Grippersupply grippers connect through Modbus RTU (RS485) or I/O, which most cobot tool flanges, controllers and PLCs support. The EPGC-50-150 flange can be customized to your robot’s hole pattern. Ask us about your robot brand before ordering.
Verdict
For parts up to 3 kg and openings up to 50 mm, compare on verifiable items: 50 mm stroke, ±0.02 mm repeatability, Modbus RTU (RS485) / I/O communication, IP54, MOQ 1 piece, 12-month warranty, and Lead time confirmed on quote. Robotiq is the better choice where you need more payload (Hand-E 7 kg), IP67, wider strokes (2F-85 / 2F-140) or brand-specific plug-and-play kits.
Why teams pick Grippersupply as a second source
- MOQ 1 piece — test one unit on one cell.
- Quote within 24 hours on WhatsApp.
- Lead time confirmed on quote.
- Integrated controller — the driver is inside the gripper; no separate box.
- Standard industrial interface — Modbus RTU over RS485, plus I/O.
- Certificates available on request.
- Rotary option — the ERG-20-80 grips (20 mm stroke, 24–80 N) and rotates without limit (rated torque 0.5 N·m, up to 1080°/s), useful for cap screwing and part orientation.
Steps to evaluate an alternative
- List part weight, size range and surface (fragile, oily, hot).
- Confirm required stroke and payload with margin.
- Check how your robot controller talks to tools: Modbus RTU over RS485, digital I/O, or both.
- Compare the mounting flange and finger design.
- Ask us for the register map and a quote, then test one unit.
FAQ
Is the EPGC-50-150 a direct replacement for the Robotiq Hand-E?
It is the closest Grippersupply match: same 50 mm stroke and 1 kg weight, ±0.02 mm repeatability. But the Hand-E’s published payload (7 kg) and IP67 rating are higher than the EPGC-50-150’s 3 kg and IP54, and the mounting and software differ. Check your payload and environment first.
Do you have an alternative to the Robotiq 2F-85?
Not a direct one in this list. The 2F-85 has an 85 mm stroke and an encompassing grip. For parts that fit inside 50 mm, the EPGC-50-150 can work. Send us your part size and we will advise.
Which cobots work with Grippersupply grippers?
Any robot or controller that can talk Modbus RTU over RS485 or switch digital I/O. We do not claim plug-and-play kits for specific brands. Tell us your robot and we will confirm the wiring and flange.
Does the EPGC-50-150 hold the part if power is lost?
Yes. It has a brake as standard.
What is the MOQ and lead time?
MOQ is 1 piece. Lead time confirmed on quote.
Where can I get the Modbus register map?
Contact us on WhatsApp or by email and we will send it.
Get a quote
- Quick quote on WhatsApp
- Email: jimmy@grippersupply.com
Robotiq, Hand-E and 2F-85 are names of their respective owner. Grippersupply is not affiliated with Robotiq. Competitor data comes from Robotiq’s public page on the date shown and may change.