Description
The Servo Claw is a versatile, lightweight mechanical gripper specifically engineered to integrate seamlessly with standard SG90 mini servo motors. Designed for maximum agility and ease of use, this 3D-printed claw provides precise, reliable opening and closing movements, making it an exceptional choice for compact robotics, STEM education, and interactive DIY projects. Its lightweight footprint ensures it won’t strain small servos or add unnecessary dead weight to your builds.
Particularly well-suited for biological and bio-potential experiments, this claw pairs exceptionally well with the Muscle BioAmp Shield, allowing makers to build engaging muscle-controlled games and biomedical interfaces. Based on the open-source design by Nasir (Thingiverse: 4300387) under a Creative Commons license, this complete package includes both the gripper mechanism and the compatible SG90 mini servo motor, giving you an out-of-the-box solution for your next robotic arm or gripping project.
Note: Product images are for reference only. The actual product may vary slightly in appearance or dimensions.
Key Features
- Lightweight 3D-Printed Design: Optimized for minimal weight and structural durability, preventing strain on micro-servo motors.
- Included SG90 Mini Servo: Comes bundled with a reliable SG90 servo motor for precise angular gripping control right out of the box.
- BioAmp & Biomedical Compatibility: Perfectly adapted for use with muscle-sensing hardware like the Muscle BioAmp Shield for EMG-controlled projects.
- Compact Form Factor: Ideal for space-constrained robotic builds, miniature arms, and desktop automation prototypes.
- Open-Source Heritage: Based on the popular community design by Nasir (Thingiverse #4300387), ensuring proven mechanical geometry.
Benefits
- Ready-to-Assemble Kit: Includes the printed claw components and matching servo motor so you can begin assembly immediately.
- Precise Actuation: The SG90 servo provides reliable feedback and exact positioning for picking up lightweight objects.
- Educational & Interactive: An engaging tool for classrooms and maker spaces to teach robotics, mechatronics, and human-computer interfacing.
- Versatile Prototyping: Easily mounts to various robotic chassis, rover decks, or custom multi-axis arms.
Applications
- Muscle-Controlled Games: Excellent for pairing with bio-sensors to open and close the gripper using muscle flex signals.
- Miniature Robotic Arms: The ultimate end-effector for small-scale educational robotic arms and pick-and-place setups.
- STEM Education: Perfect for student projects exploring servo programming, automation, and basic robotics.
- Interactive Art & Displays: Great for hobbyist builds requiring simple, reliable object manipulation.
Package Includes
- 1 x 3D-Printed Servo Claw Mechanism
- 1 x SG90 Mini Servo Motor (with Horns and Hardware)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | Robotic Gripper / Servo Claw |
| Included Actuator | SG90 Mini Servo Motor |
| Design Origin | Nasir (Thingiverse: 4300387 – CC BY-SA) |
| Compatibility | SG90 Servos, Muscle BioAmp Shield |
| Shipping Weight | 50g |
| Shipping Dimensions | 15cm x 14cm x 5cm |
