Features:
- Three-point centering: Synchronized parallel fingers help locate round parts around the gripper axis.
- Bidirectional pneumatic control: Double acting operation commands both open and close movement.
- Tooling flexibility: External fingers can be shaped for the workpiece when mass and moment limits are respected.
MHS3-25D provides compact pneumatic gripping where a three-finger arrangement is preferred over a two-jaw mechanism.
The useful gripping force at the workpiece depends on supply pressure and the distance from the finger reference point to the contact surface.
Machine safety must address the payload response during pressure loss because the exact D configuration has no spring-return retention.
Apter Power can help confirm the SMC MHS3-25D MHS Series Three-Finger Parallel Air Gripper, bore, tooling load, pressure and sensing requirements before quotation.
SMC MHS3-25D MHS Series Three-Finger Parallel Air Gripper Manuals,Datasheets,Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
- Finger mass: Keep added tooling within the manufacturer’s allowable mass and inertia.
- Moment arm: Place contact points close enough to the finger reference to retain usable force and bearing life.
- Balanced geometry: Machine the three fingers consistently so the workpiece centers without side loading.
- Positive retention: Add features that prevent a critical part from dropping if friction decreases.
- Pressure range: Regulate clean air within the specified operating band.
- Speed control: Meter flow to prevent finger impact and workpiece shock.
- Port cleanliness: Keep debris out of tubing and ports during installation.
- Direction proof: Confirm open and close commands at reduced pressure before automatic cycling.
- Actual force: Evaluate grip at the real pressure, contact radius and surface condition.
- Dynamic load: Include robot acceleration and emergency-stop forces, not only static part weight.
- Repeatability check: Measure the held position with production tooling and representative parts.
- Air-loss response: Define how the machine supports or captures the workpiece if pressure disappears.
- Round-part handling: Centers rings, sleeves and cylindrical components for transfer.
- Machine loading: Places balanced workpieces into chucks or fixtures.
- Inspection stations: Holds components concentrically for measurement or vision checks.
- Assembly automation: Aligns circular parts before insertion or fastening operations.