The Upgrade Mantis Claw Acrylic Manipulator Kit is a lightweight, durable, and innovative gripper designed for quadcopters, DIY robotic arms, and aerial grabbing projects. Built using 3 mm laser-cut acrylic plates with nylon nuts and bolts, this claw ensures strong, vibration-resistant assembly while remaining lightweight—perfect for drone-mounted applications.

This upgraded version features an automatic grasping mechanism that requires no continuous power. When the drone descends, the claw opens; when lifted, it automatically closes, allowing hands-free object pickup during flight.

Features

• Automatic Mechanical Grasping: Opens and closes automatically—no servo or electronic control needed.

• Full Nylon Fasteners: Equipped with nylon nuts and bolts for corrosion-free, lightweight durability.

• Laser-Cut Acrylic Construction: High-precision 3 mm acrylic plates for smooth operation and visual appeal.

• Wide Grip Range: Maximum opening diameter of 30 cm for versatile grabbing applications.

• DIY Assembly: Perfect for makers, educators, and hobbyists exploring robotics and drone mechanics.

Specifications

• Maximum Opening Diameter: 30 cm

• Closed Dimensions: Approx. 17 × 17 × 16 cm

• Material: 3 mm Acrylic Plate

• Fasteners: Nylon Nuts and Bolts

• Mount Angle: Approx. 45° Inclined Bracket

• Operation: Automatic Mechanical (no servo required)

• Color: Transparent / Black Acrylic

Applications

• Drone payload pickup and release

• DIY robot gripper or manipulator arm

• Educational robotics and mechanical training

• Aerial object grabbing demonstrations

Important Notes

• This is a DIY assembly kit and requires basic mechanical skills.

• No electronics or controller included.

• Due to the nature of 3D-printed and laser-cut parts, minor surface variations may exist.

• Please Note the Images are for representation only. The actual product may Slightly vary in appearance. Also the current version comes with the nylon nuts and bolts. Not with the steel Nuts and bolts as shown in the image