Installing the Robotiq Gripper URCap X on Polyscope X

This article explains how to install the Robotiq Gripper URCap X on a Universal Robots controller running Polyscope X.

At this time, only the Robotiq Gripper URCapX is available for Polyscope X.

The following Robotiq grippers are compatible with the Gripper URCap X:

• Robotiq Hand-E Gripper
• Robotiq Hand-E C10 Gripper
• Robotiq 2F-85 Adaptive Gripper
• Robotiq 2F-140 Adaptive Gripper

For more details about this URCapX, visit the Robotiq Support Website.

Pre-installation Requirements

Before starting, ensure the following:

• You are using a UR robot model that supports Polyscope X.

• The robot is running a compatible version of Polyscope X.

• You have a USB drive formatted to FAT32.

• You have downloaded the correct version of the Robotiq Gripper URCapX from the Robotiq website.

Install the URCapX

Follow these steps to install the URCapX on the robot:

• Insert the USB drive into the UR controller.

• Power on the robot and launch Polyscope X.

• Open the Settings menu.

• Navigate to URCaps.

• Select Install URCap.

• Browse to the URCapX file on the USB and select it.

• Confirm the installation.

• Once installed, restart Polyscope X if prompted.

Verify the Installation

• After restarting, go back to Settings > URCaps.

• Ensure that the Robotiq Gripper URCapX appears in the list.

• You should now see the Robotiq Gripper icon in the program node options.

Post-Installation Tips

Once the URCapX is installed, Polyscope X will allow you to automatically detect a connected Robotiq Gripper.

To learn more about this process, see the article Automatically Scan for a Robotiq Gripper in Polyscope X.

Conclusion

Installing the Robotiq Gripper URCapX on Polyscope X ensures compatibility with the latest Universal Robots platforms. For additional configuration support or to explore advanced features, refer to the linked resources above.

Need help? Contact Robotiq Support

Updated: June 2026