SMC Pick-And-Place Grippers

Compressed air powers the jaws of these grippers for general purpose picking and placing. The jaws stay parallel as they open and close, like elevator doors, to grab parts. You’ll also need gripper fingers—choose ready-to-use fingers (sold separately) or machine your own to grip complex shapes.

External force and internal force describe how hard the gripper can squeeze your part at the fingertips, also called the gripping distance. The less friction there is between the part and fingers, the more force you’ll need to lift a part. Typically, you’ll need a force that’s about 10 times the part’s weight, but an oily part might need a force about 20 times its weight. However, air pressure and finger length also affect the ideal force. Click on a part number and select "Product Detail" to view a chart that shows how external or internal force changes as the gripping distance changes.

Single Acting About Single Acting

Single-acting grippers use air pressure to close the jaws and an internal spring to open them when airflow stops. They cost less to run than double-acting grippers because they use less air.

Finger Spacing—Finger spacing describes the distance between the fingers when fully closed and fully open. It’s measured from the inside surface of the fingers.

				Overall, mm			Air Inlet
External Gripping Force @ Distance	Stroke per Jaw, mm	Finger Spacing, mm	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each



	0.78 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.11 lbf @ 30 mm	2	8 to 12	44 to 101	53	20	10	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 6S2)	9533N11	0000000


	2.5 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.78 lbf @ 42 mm	1.5	12 to 15	51 to 101	57	29	17	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 10S2)	6220K311	000000
	9.4 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	2.5	15 to 20	37 to 101	67	38	24	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 16S2)	6220K312	000000
	11.6 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	4.5	17 to 26	37 to 101	85	50	28	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 20S2)	6220K313	000000
	16.1 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.7 lbf @ 100 mm	7	19 to 33	37 to 101	103	63	34	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 25S2)	9533N12	000000
	42 lbf @ 10 mm, 15.7 lbf @ 150 mm	11	26 to 48	37 to 101	122	97	40	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 32S2)	9533N13	000000
	71 lbf @ 10 mm, 26 lbf @ 175 mm	15	30 to 60	37 to 101	152	119	48	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 40S2)	9533N14	000000

Sensors


Shown Installed on Gripper (Sold Separately)

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Double Acting About Double Acting


	SMC

Double-acting grippers use air pressure to open and close the jaws for consistent gripping force in either direction. This lets you grab parts from the outside or open the jaws inside hollow parts to grab them when the outside is hard to grip. These grippers deliver a bit more closing force than single-acting grippers of the same size. They also give you better control over how quickly the jaws open, especially when paired with long, heavy fingers.

Finger Spacing—Finger spacing describes the distance between the fingers when fully closed and fully open. It’s measured from the inside surface of the fingers.

					Overall, mm			Air Inlet
External Gripping Force @ Distance	Internal Gripping Force @ Distance	Stroke per Jaw, mm	Finger Spacing, mm	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each



	1.1 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.22 lbf @ 30 mm	2 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.22 lbf @ 30 mm	2	8 to 12	22 to 101	53	20	10	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 6D)	9533N15	0000000


	3.3 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 50 mm	5.6 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.5 lbf @ 50 mm	1.5	12 to 15	30 to 101	57	29	17	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 10D)	6220K11	000000
	10.7 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.9 lbf @ 55 mm	14.6 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 55 mm	2.5	15 to 20	15 to 101	67	38	24	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 16D)	6220K12	000000
	13.4 lbf @ 5 mm, 3.8 lbf @ 80 mm	20.2 lbf @ 5 mm, 6.2 lbf @ 80 mm	4.5	17 to 26	15 to 101	85	50	28	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 20D)	6220K13	000000
	21.3 lbf @ 10 mm, 5.6 lbf @ 100 mm	31 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 100 mm	7	19 to 33	15 to 101	103	63	34	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 25D)	9533N16	000000
	50 lbf @ 10 mm, 15.7 lbf @ 150 mm	61 lbf @ 10 mm, 16.8 lbf @ 90 mm	11	26 to 48	15 to 101	113	97	40	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 32D)	9533N17	000000
	80 lbf @ 20 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 175 mm	100 lbf @ 20 mm, 29 lbf @ 100 mm	15	30 to 60	15 to 101	139	119	48	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHZ2 40D)	9533N18	000000

Sensors


Shown Installed on Gripper (Sold Separately)

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Low-Profile Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers

When there’s no room to spare, these grippers pack full-size force into a compact body. A dual-piston design generates holding power that rivals bulkier standard models. These grippers use air pressure to open and close the jaws in a parallel motion, like elevator doors, for a consistent gripping force in either direction. This lets you grab parts from the outside or open the jaws inside hollow parts to grab them when the outside is hard to grip. You’ll need gripper fingers (not included).

Double Acting About Double Acting

Finger Spacing—Finger spacing describes the distance between the fingers when fully closed and fully open. It’s measured from the inside surface of the fingers.

					Overall, mm			Air Inlet
External Gripping Force @ Distance	Internal Gripping Force @ Distance	Stroke per Jaw, mm	Finger Spacing, mm	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Pipe Size	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each



	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	4	0 to 8	22 to 101	19	36	32	—	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 8D)	9268N77	0000000


	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	8	0 to 16	22 to 101	19	48	32	—	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 8D1)	9268N78	000000
	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	5.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.6 lbf @ 40 mm	16	0 to 32	22 to 101	19	72	32	—	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 8D2)	9268N79	000000
	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	6	0 to 12	15 to 101	25	52	40	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 12D)	6220K101	000000
	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	12	0 to 24	15 to 101	25	70	40	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 12D1)	6220K102	000000
	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 4 lbf @ 60 mm	24	0 to 48	15 to 101	25	106	40	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 12D2)	6220K103	000000
	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	8	0 to 16	15 to 101	33	71	50	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 16D)	6220K104	000000
	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	16	0 to 32	15 to 101	33	95	50	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 16D1)	6220K105	000000
	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	28 lbf @ 5 mm, 7.8 lbf @ 80 mm	32	0 to 64	15 to 101	33	143	50	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 16D2)	6220K106	000000
	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	10	0 to 20	15 to 101	41	87	62	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 20D)	6220K107	000000
	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	20	0 to 40	15 to 101	41	117	62	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 20D1)	6220K108	000000


	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	42 lbf @ 5 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 100 mm	40	0 to 80	15 to 101	41	177	62	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 20D2)	6220K109	000000
	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	12.5	16 to 41	15 to 101	46	131	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 25D)	9268N81	000000
	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	25	16 to 66	15 to 101	46	156	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 25D1)	9268N82	000000
	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	74 lbf @ 10 mm, 22.4 lbf @ 200 mm	50	16 to 116	15 to 101	46	206	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHF2 25D2)	9268N83	000000
	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	16	20 to 52	15 to 101	57	168	94	1/8	—	BSPP	SMC (MHF2 32D)	9268N84	000000
	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	32	20 to 84	15 to 101	57	200	94	1/8	—	BSPP	SMC (MHF2 32D1)	9268N85	00000000
	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	120 lbf @ 10 mm, 40 lbf @ 240 mm	64	20 to 148	15 to 101	57	264	94	1/8	—	BSPP	SMC (MHF2 32D2)	9268N86	00000000

Sensors

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Angular Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers

Shave seconds off every pick-and-place cycle. Unlike parallel grippers that must retract before clearing a part, these grippers have jaws that swing up and out of the way to release parts instantly. This means they also work well in tight spaces. Connect them to your compressed air system and add gripper fingers (not included).

Single Acting About Single Acting

Single-acting grippers use air pressure to close the jaws and an internal spring to open them when airflow stops. They cost less to run than double-acting grippers because they use less air.

				Overall, mm			Air Inlet
	External Gripping Force @ Distance	Closed Jaw Angle	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each
20° Open Jaw Angle



		0.35 lbf @ 15 mm, 0.08 lbf @ 30 mm	-7°	59 to 87	23	15	10	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHCM2 7S)	6220K87	000000


		30° Open Jaw Angle



				3.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.44 lbf @ 28 mm	-10°	37 to 87	53	23	17	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 10S)	6220K51	000000


				10.7 lbf @ 8 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 40 mm	-10°	37 to 87	62	30	24	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 16S)	6220K52	000000
				0.67 lbf @ 10 mm, 0.11 lbf @ 30 mm	-10°	44 to 87	36	20	10	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 6S)	6220K88	00000
				15.7 lbf @ 10 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 60 mm	-10°	37 to 87	79	42	28	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 20S)	6220K53	000000
				24.7 lbf @ 12 mm, 1.7 lbf @ 80 mm	-10°	37 to 87	93	52	34	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 25S)	6220K54	000000

Sensors

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Double Acting About Double Acting

180° Open Jaw Angle—Choose grippers with a 180° open jaw angle when you need the jaws to be completely out of the way after dropping a part. They’re often used to pick and place items on a conveyor where the jaws would otherwise block the items’ path.

					Overall, mm			Air Inlet
	External Gripping Force @ Distance	Internal Gripping Force @ Distance	Closed Jaw Angle	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each
30° Open Jaw Angle



		0.89 lbf @ 10 mm, 0.16 lbf @ 30 mm	0.89 lbf @ 10 mm, 0.16 lbf @ 30 mm	-10°	22 to 87	36	20	10	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 6D)	6220K89	000000


		5.1 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 30 mm	5.1 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 30 mm	-10°	15 to 87	53	23	17	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 10D)	6220K41	000000
		13.4 lbf @ 7 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 40 mm	13.4 lbf @ 7 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 40 mm	-10°	15 to 87	62	30	24	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 16D)	6220K42	000000
		18.6 lbf @ 10 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 60 mm	18.6 lbf @ 10 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 60 mm	-10°	15 to 87	79	42	28	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 20D)	6220K43	000000
		28 lbf @ 12 mm, 2.2 lbf @ 80 mm	28 lbf @ 12 mm, 2.2 lbf @ 80 mm	-10°	15 to 87	93	52	34	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHC2 25D)	6220K44	000000


		180° Open Jaw Angle



				2 lbf @ 20 mm, 0.22 lbf @ 60 mm	2 lbf @ 20 mm, 0.22 lbf @ 60 mm	-3°	15 to 87	58	30	15	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHY2 10D)	6220K83	000000


				7.1 lbf @ 20 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 70 mm	7.1 lbf @ 20 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 70 mm	-3°	15 to 87	69	38	20	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHY2 16D)	6220K84	000000
				9.4 lbf @ 30 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 80 mm	9.4 lbf @ 30 mm, 1.1 lbf @ 80 mm	-3°	15 to 87	86	48	26	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHY2 20D)	6220K85	000000
				19.5 lbf @ 30 mm, 2.2 lbf @ 90 mm	19.5 lbf @ 30 mm, 2.2 lbf @ 90 mm	-3°	15 to 87	107	58	30	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHY2 25D)	6220K86	000000

Sensors

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Circular Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers

Lift and move round parts such as cylinders. For extra stability, these grippers have three jaws that slide toward the center instead of two. They’re double acting, which means they use air pressure to open and close the jaws for consistent gripping force in either direction. This lets you grab parts from the outside or open the jaws inside hollow parts to grab them when the outside is hard to grip. You’ll need gripper fingers (not included).

Double Acting About Double Acting


SMC

Jaw Spacing Diameter—Jaw spacing diameter describes the distance between the jaws when fully closed and fully open. It’s measured from the inside surface of the jaws.

				Overall, mm		Air Inlet
External Gripping Force @ Distance	Internal Gripping Force @ Distance	Jaw Spacing Dia., mm	Operating Pressure, psi	Dia.	Lg.	Pipe Size	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each



	4 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 30 mm	4.9 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 30 mm	10 to 14	30 to 87	30	35	—	M3 × 0.5 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 16D)	6743K11	0000000


	8 lbf @ 5 mm, 1.7 lbf @ 35 mm	9.4 lbf @ 5 mm, 2 lbf @ 35 mm	12 to 16	30 to 87	36	38	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 20D)	6743K12	000000
	13.4 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 40 mm	14.8 lbf @ 5 mm, 3.5 lbf @ 40 mm	14 to 20	30 to 87	42	40	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 25D)	6743K13	000000
	21.5 lbf @ 10 mm, 3.5 lbf @ 45 mm	24.2 lbf @ 10 mm, 3.5 lbf @ 45 mm	16 to 24	15 to 87	52	44	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 32D)	9223N11	000000
	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 4.4 lbf @ 50 mm	40 lbf @ 10 mm, 4.4 lbf @ 50 mm	20 to 28	15 to 87	62	47	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 40D)	9223N12	000000
	56 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 60 mm	61 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 60 mm	22 to 34	15 to 87	70	55	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 50D)	9223N13	000000
	94 lbf @ 20 mm, 13.4 lbf @ 70 mm	100 lbf @ 20 mm, 16.8 lbf @ 70 mm	30 to 46	15 to 87	86	66	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHS3 63D)	9223N14	000000
	145 lbf @ 20 mm, 17.9 lbf @ 80 mm	150 lbf @ 20 mm, 20.2 lbf @ 80 mm	43 to 63	15 to 87	106	82	1/8	—	BSPP	SMC (MHS3 80D)	9223N15	000000

Sensors


Shown Installed on Gripper (Sold Separately)

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Wide-Opening Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers

Jaws on the sides of these grippers open wider than standard grippers to handle large or long items. They use air pressure to open and close the jaws in a parallel motion, like elevator doors, for a consistent gripping force in either direction. This lets you grab parts from the outside or open the jaws inside hollow parts to grab them when the outside is hard to grip. You’ll also need gripper fingers (not included).

Double Acting About Double Acting

Finger Spacing—Finger spacing describes the distance between the fingers when fully closed and fully open. It’s measured from the inside surface of the fingers.

					Overall, mm			Air Inlet
External Gripping Force @ Distance	Internal Gripping Force @ Distance	Stroke per Jaw, mm	Finger Spacing, mm	Operating Pressure, psi	Lg.	Wd.	Dp.	Pipe Size	Thread Size	Thread Type	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each



	4.7 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 70 mm	4.7 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.67 lbf @ 70 mm	10	56 to 76	22 to 87	46	100	44	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 10DZ)	9302N51	0000000


	4.9 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 60 mm	4.9 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 60 mm	20	78 to 118	22 to 87	46	142	44	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 10D1Z)	9302N52	000000
	4.9 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 60 mm	4.9 lbf @ 5 mm, 0.89 lbf @ 60 mm	30	96 to 156	22 to 87	46	180	44	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 10D2Z)	9302N53	000000
	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 100 mm	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 100 mm	15	68 to 98	15 to 87	58	128	55	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 16DZ)	9302N54	000000
	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	30	110 to 170	15 to 87	58	200	55	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 16D1Z)	9302N55	000000
	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	13 lbf @ 5 mm, 2.6 lbf @ 80 mm	40	130 to 210	15 to 87	58	240	55	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 16D2Z)	9302N56	000000
	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 160 mm	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 160 mm	25	100 to 150	15 to 87	81	196	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 25DZ)	9302N57	000000
	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 120 mm	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 120 mm	50	182 to 282	15 to 87	81	328	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 25D1Z)	9302N58	000000
	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 120 mm	35 lbf @ 10 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 120 mm	60	200 to 320	15 to 87	81	366	76	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	SMC (MHL2 25D2Z)	9302N59	000000
	67 lbf @ 20 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 180 mm	67 lbf @ 20 mm, 8.9 lbf @ 180 mm	35	150 to 220	15 to 87	100	272	82	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 32DZ)	9302N61	000000
	69 lbf @ 20 mm, 6.7 lbf @ 140 mm	69 lbf @ 20 mm, 6.7 lbf @ 140 mm	60	198 to 318	15 to 87	100	370	82	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 32D1Z)	9302N62	000000


	69 lbf @ 20 mm, 6.7 lbf @ 140 mm	69 lbf @ 20 mm, 6.7 lbf @ 140 mm	80	242 to 402	15 to 87	100	454	82	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 32D2Z)	9302N63	000000
	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 200 mm	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 11.2 lbf @ 200 mm	50	188 to 288	15 to 87	117	248	98	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 40DZ)	9302N64	000000
	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 13.4 lbf @ 160 mm	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 13.4 lbf @ 160 mm	80	246 to 406	15 to 87	117	466	98	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 40D1Z)	9302N65	000000
	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 13.4 lbf @ 160 mm	110 lbf @ 20 mm, 13.4 lbf @ 160 mm	100	286 to 486	15 to 87	117	546	98	1/8	—	BSPT	SMC (MHL2 40D2Z)	9302N66	00000000

Sensors

These sensors detect when the jaws reach positions—such as fully open—so your system can trigger actions such as a new pick cycle. They slide into the grooves of the gripper body.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Magnetic Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers

Lift and move perforated metal sheets and other parts that standard grippers and vacuum lifters can’t hold. Compressed air pushes a magnet forward to grab parts, then retracts it to release them. A replaceable pad absorbs impact as the magnet grabs parts to protect the parts and gripper from damage.

Holding force describes how strongly the magnet can pull on your part to keep it attached to the gripper during handling. The amount of force you need depends on the part’s magnetism, thickness, flatness, and finish. For example, to lift a 2 mm thick carbon steel plate with a smooth surface, you’d need a force that’s at least three times its weight. Thin or curved parts require a higher holding force. Click on a part number and select “Product Detail” to view a chart that shows how holding force changes based on your part’s thickness.

Pick-and-Place Grippers

Grippers													Replacement Cushioning Pads
Holding Force, lbf			Air Inlet					Temp., ° F
@ 2 mm Material Thk.	@ 6 mm Material Thk.	Operating Pressure, psi	No. of	Pipe Size	Thread Size	Thread Type	Gender	Min.	Max.	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each		Each
11	11	30 to 87	2	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 16D)	4820N36	0000000	4820N45	000000
36	45	30 to 87	2	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 25D)	4820N38	000000	4820N46	00000
56	112	30 to 87	2	1/8	—	BSPP	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 32D)	4820N41	000000	4820N47	00000
90	225	30 to 87	2	1/8	—	BSPP	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 50D)	4820N43	000000	4820N48	00000

Sensors

Add sensors to monitor the position of the magnet so your system knows whether a part has been picked up or released. They have an LED indicator that lets you know the gripper’s status. They slide into the grooves on the gripper.

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000

Pick-and-Place Grippers with Adjustable Force Control

Image of Product. Front orientation. Pick-and-Place Grippers. Magnetic Air-Powered Pick-and-Place Grippers, Pick-and-Place Grippers with Adjustable Force Control.

Grippers with adjustable force control help prevent damage and accidental pickups. Turn the bolt at the top of these grippers to adjust the distance between the magnet and your part. Move the magnet away to reduce the magnetic force for delicate and lightweight parts or move it closer to increase the force for heavy parts.

Grippers													Replacement Cushioning Pads
Holding Force, lbf			Air Inlet					Temp., ° F
@ 2 mm Material Thk.	@ 6 mm Material Thk.	Operating Pressure, psi	No. of	Pipe Size	Thread Size	Thread Type	Gender	Min.	Max.	Manufacturer (Series/Model Number)		Each		Each
3 to 11	3 to 11	30 to 87	2	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 16D1)	4820N37	0000000	4820N45	000000
16 to 36	16 to 45	30 to 87	2	—	M5 × 0.8 mm	Metric	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 25D1)	4820N39	000000	4820N46	00000
34 to 56	43 to 112	30 to 87	2	1/8	—	BSPP	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 32D1)	4820N42	000000	4820N47	00000
34 to 90	52 to 225	30 to 87	2	1/8	—	BSPP	Female	15	140	SMC (MHM 50D1)	4820N44	000000	4820N48	00000

Sensors

		Electrical
	For Mfr. Series	Connection	No. of Poles	No. of Wire Leads	No. of Sensing Positions	Switch Starting Position	Voltage, V DC	Current, mA	Cord Lg., ft.	Manufacturer (Model Number)		Each
For SMC







				NPN Output Signal

				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NMDCP)	9533N22	000000


				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9NSAPC)	9533N24	00000
				MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9NM)	9533N19	00000




						PNP Output Signal

						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M12	4	—	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PMDCP)	9533N23	00000


						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	M8	3	—	1	1 Off	24	10	1.5	SMC (D-M9PSAPC)	9533N25	00000
						MHC2, MHF2, MHL2, MHM, MHS3, MHY2, MHZ2	Wire Leads	—	3	1	1 Off	24	10	3	SMC (D-M9PM)	9533N21	00000