Cartridge Holders & Silencers
Cartridge Holders & Silencers are designed for industrial vacuum and pneumatic automation applications. The Vacuforce venturi cartridge holders are used to complete an OEM cavity installtion.
Vacuforce supports machine builders, integrators and maintenance teams with application-focused vacuum and pneumatic components for industrial automation.
Download Technical Datasheet PDFWhat Are Cartridge Holders & Silencers?
Vacuum venturi cartridges package the venturi nozzle and diffuser into a compact insert that can be installed in a dedicated holder, manifold or custom vacuum tool. This allows machine builders to place vacuum generation close to the gripping point while controlling overall tooling size and flow capacity.
Key Features
- Compact cartridge format for custom machine integration
- Multiple flow classes for different cup and leakage requirements
- Compatible with dedicated cartridge holders and exhaust silencers
- Useful for decentralized vacuum generation
- Individual cartridges can be serviced or replaced without changing complete tooling
Typical Applications
- Custom end-of-arm tooling
- Vacuum manifolds
- Robot grippers
- Packaging machinery
- Multi-cup handling systems
- OEM automation equipment
Selection Guidance
Select cartridge size from required vacuum flow and system leakage, then confirm the matching holder, exhaust arrangement, compressed air supply and available installation space. Higher-flow cartridges are preferred for larger systems or porous products.
Application Tip: Final selection should be based on the actual product, machine cycle, operating environment and required pneumatic or vacuum performance. Confirm model-specific ratings before installation.
Cartridge vs. Complete Venturi Generator
A cartridge is intended to be integrated into a holder, manifold or custom tool. A complete generator includes the body and connections required for standalone installation.
Why Use This Product Family?
Vacuum venturi cartridges package the venturi nozzle and diffuser into a compact insert that can be installed in a dedicated holder, manifold or custom vacuum tool. This allows machine builders to place vacuum generation close to the gripping point while controlling overall tooling size and flow capacity. Selecting the correct configuration can simplify machine integration, improve serviceability and provide more consistent application performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vacuum venturi cartridge?
It is the compact vacuum-generating element installed inside a compatible holder, manifold or custom tool.
Why use a cartridge instead of a complete generator?
Cartridges allow compact integration and make it possible to build vacuum generation directly into custom tooling.
How do I choose cartridge size?
Base selection on required vacuum flow, leakage, evacuation time and the number and size of suction cups.
Do cartridges need a holder?
Yes, unless the machine or tooling has been specifically designed to accept the cartridge directly.
What does the silencer do?
The silencer reduces exhaust noise from the compressed air leaving the venturi.
Can cartridges be replaced separately?
Yes. Cartridge-style systems are commonly designed so the vacuum element can be serviced independently of the surrounding holder or tooling.