Flat suction cups, bellow suction cups, oval suction cups and and connecting nipples
The choice of vacuum cups always depends on the specific application case. Therefore, appropriate preliminary considerations are necessary for the correct design.
Based on many years of experience and its large range, AB vacuum solutions GMBH is also able to supply special vacuum suction cups beyond the common standard.
- With components tailored to the requirements, as well
- Customer-specific design of size, material and suspension
A distinction is made below: flat suction cups, bellows suction cups and oval suction cups. Each of these designs has specific properties and therefore very specific advantages that benefit the respective intended use.
Use the checklist for the correct designing at the back of the catalogue as a little help, or ask us directly.


Flat vacuum cups are very suitable for flat, but also slightly curved, smooth surfaces. They have a high level of inherent stability when sucked in. Due to their shape, short cycle times (such as in circuit board assembly, etc.) are possible.
Flat vacuum cups are also suitable for vertical use.

Bellows suction cups are designed for universal use, such as for lifting boxes, wooden panels, metal sheets, etc.
The elasticity of the vacuum cup allows you to compensate unevenness and height differences elegantly. The bellows result in a higher lifting during suction. Bellow suction cups are particularly suitable when it comes to transporting sensitive, soft, crooked, curved or crooked workpieces. Bellow suction cups are recommended for low horizontal forces and low or medium cycle times.

Oval suction cups are available both in flat form and with bellows. Their characteristics are corresponding to the specific properties listed above. They are primarily used for workpieces that have relatively narrow surfaces.

Connecting nipples
Connecting nipples or connecting elements are specified for the majority of the introduced vacuum cups.
The catalogue suggests alternative connecting nipples in connection with the vacuum suction cups. These always require a situational consideration. We would be happy to make further suggestions upon request.
In the back of the catalogue you will find a big variety of alternative connection nipples.