Comprehensive Guide to ATG Pneumatic Suction Cups: Your Ultimate Solution for Industrial Automation

In the rapidly evolving world of industrial automation, selecting the right pneumatic suction cup can make all the difference in your production efficiency, product quality, and operational reliability. As a leading suction cup supplier, ATG Pneumatic Platform offers an extensive range of vacuum suction pads designed to meet diverse application requirements—from handling delicate electronic components to lifting heavy automotive parts.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the complete ATG suction cup lineup, helping you understand which industrial suction cup best suits your specific needs.

AG Series: Versatile General-Purpose Suction Cups

The AG series forms the foundation of ATG's suction cup offerings, featuring multiple designs for standard industrial applications.

• AGU / AGC (Flat Suction Cup / Ribbed Flat Suction Cup)
  Ideal for flat surfaces like steel plates, plywood, glass, and plastic products. The ribbed version provides enhanced friction for smoother surfaces.
• AGB / AGD (Bellows Suction Cup / Deep Type Suction Cup)
  The bellows design adapts to curved surfaces such as spheres and apples, while deep type cups excel at handling ball-shaped objects.
• AGF (Pivoting Suction Cup)
  Features a swiveling mechanism that automatically adjusts to sloped surfaces, ensuring optimal sealing.
• AGH/AGHB (Heavy-Duty Suction Cup)
  Reinforced construction for handling large metal or glass workpieces in demanding applications.

AG-P2 Series: Low-Profile Solutions for Confined Spaces

When installation ​height is limited, the AG-P2 series offers compact designs without compromising performance.

• AG-P2-MU (Low-Profile Flat Suction Cup)
  Perfect for small products or restricted installation spaces.
• AG-P2-MT (Low-Profile Flat Suction Cup with Groove)
  Features surface grooves for handling thin films while minimizing workpiece deformation.
• AG-P2-J (Low-Profile Triple-Layer Suction Cup)
  Triple-layer construction provides enhanced cushioning for inclined surfaces or when spring buffers cannot be installed.
• AG-P2-S (Low-Profile Sponge Suction Cup)
  Sponge material adapts to uneven surfaces, ideal for small workpieces with irregular contours.
• AG-P2-MB (Low-Profile Double-Layer Suction Cup with Traceless Technology)
  Our traceless suction cup solution—special materials and design prevent marks on high-surface-quality workpieces.
• AG-P2-AN (Low-Profile Nozzle Suction Cup)
  Micro design for extremely small and lightweight workpieces.
• AG-P2-W (Low-Profile Oval Suction Cup)
  Oval shape optimizes grip on round bars and rectangular objects.
• AG-P2-EU (Ultra-Low-Profile Suction Cup)
  For extremely confined spaces and miniature product handling.
• AG-P2-UT/UC/C (Ribbed/Ribbed Thin/Ribbed Flat Suction Cups)
  Bottom ribs enhance anti-slip performance, particularly suitable for easily deformable workpieces.
• AG-P2-AU (Low-Profile Flat Suction Cup)
  Similar to MU, designed for small products and space-limited applications.
• AG-P2-ZJ (Low-Profile Bellows Suction Cup)
  Bellows pleats enable adsorption of inclined or curved small workpieces where spring brackets cannot be installed.
• AG-P2-ZJ (4.5-Fold Bellows Suction Cup)
  Multi-fold design cushions impact from high-speed moving workpieces.
• AG-P2-Z1-001 (Disc-Type Suction Cup)
  Flexible bellows conform to various workpiece shapes—excellent for optical discs.
• AG-P2-Z1-002 (Panel-Mounting Suction Cup)
  For multi-stage adsorption of LOD panels; bellows mechanism follows curved surfaces.
• AG-P2-S6 (Ball Spline Shaft Cushioning Suction Cup)
  Ball spline guide provides high-precision cushioning for applications requiring exact positioning.

AG-P3 Series: High-Performance Wear-Resistant Cups

Building on the P2 series, AG-P3 adds durability and specialized capabilities.​

• AG-P3-U/UM/B (Flat/Grooved Flat/Bellows Suction Cups)
  For small products or confined spaces; UM and B models feature anti-slip ribs.
• AG-P3P-PT (Thin-Type Suction Cup)
  Ultra-thin design for handling film workpieces that deform significantly during adsorption.
• AG-P3C-C/B (Wear-Resistant Suction Cup)
  Abrasion-resistant materials extend service life when handling cardboard boxes and rough surfaces.
• AG-P3M-R (Anti-Slip Bowl Suction Cup)
  Special anti-slip material and bowl design grip oily or curved workpieces reliably.
• AG-P3P-JT2/5 (2.5-Fold/5.5-Fold Bellows Suction Cups)
  Multi-fold bellows handle extremely deformable film packages containing liquids or powders.
• AG-P3E-UM/BM (Heavy-Duty Grooved Suction Cups)
  Reinforced structure for large and heavy workpiece handling.

AP Series: Precision & Traceless Adsorption

Designed for semiconductor, electronics, and glass industries requiring pristine handling.​

• APRM (Standard Small Suction Cup)
  Primarily for micro-product adsorption in semiconductor manufacturing.
• APP (Thin-Workpiece Suction Cup)
  For thin, fragile, easily deformable products like wafers and sheets.
• APQ (Traceless Suction Cup)
  Specifically for flat workpieces like LCD screens and glass—no marks left after adsorption.
• APF (Thin-Plate Suction Cup)
  Ideal for easily deformable thin materials such as paper and film.

AM Series: Multi-Layer Cushioning Cups

Different layer configurations provide graduated cushioning for irregular surfaces.​

• AMF (Single-Layer Suction Cup)
  Basic type for steel plates, plywood, glass, and plastic products with standard requirements.
• AMJ (Double-Layer Suction Cup)
  Two-layer structure provides cushioning for products with height differences or irregular shapes.
• AMC (Triple-Layer Suction Cup)
  Enhanced cushioning for significant height variations or applications needing soft contact.
• AMA (Thin-Type Suction Cup)
  Soft material for fragile or injection-molded products.

Photovoltaic & Packaging Industry Series

Specialized cups addressing unique challenges in solar and packaging sectors.​

• AGBLP (Multi-Layer Suction Cup for Flexible Packaging)
  Multi-layer construction for soft, fragile products or injection-molded items.
• AGFT (Suction Cup for Plastic Film and Paper)
  Specifically designed for stable adsorption of films and papers.
• ASPF (Flat Suction Cup)
  Round flat design for cardboard boxes and tray formers.
• ASPB (1.5-Fold Bellows Suction Cup)
  Flexible sealing lip adapts to corrugated cardboard and rigid packaging with excellent sealing.
• AFGA-PVC (1.5-Fold Bellows Suction Cup)
  Bellows cushioning plus soft sealing lip for fragile workpiece handling.
• AFGA/FSGA (1.5-Fold Bellows Suction Cup)
  Tapered soft sealing lip accommodates curved or uneven surfaces.

Vacuum Suction Cup Components

• AS (Lightweight Bracket)
  Made from advanced materials—25% weight of metal brackets with high strength, low friction, and excellent corrosion resistance. Perfect for large workpieces like glass and automotive panels.
• AK Series Components
  Designed for heavy-duty applications such as glass and automotive sheet metal.

Special Suction Cups

• AGNC (Bernoulli Suction Cup)
  Non-contact adsorption using Bernoulli principle—minimizes contact, avoids secondary contamination. Ideal for photovoltaic panels and silicon wafers.
• ABNL (Bernoulli Suction Cup)
  Another non-contact solution for gentle handling of thin, fragile wafers and solar cells.
• AZN (Needle Suction Cup)
  Needle structure penetrates porous materials like textiles for reliable grip.
• AGCP (Composite Suction Cup)
  Integrated vacuum generator and suction cup with porous bottom structure prevents workpiece deformation.

Vacuum Grippers

• AGP (Sponge Gripper)
  Large-area sponge suction ideal for palletizing, handling cardboard boxes, and wooden boards—excellent gripping performance.

Whether you're in automotive, electronics, packaging, or renewable energy, ATG has the vacuum cups you need to optimize your automation processes. Contact us today to discuss your application!