SMC LEHF Review: Specs, Price and Applications
Updated: 2 days ago
The SMC LEHF is a robot gripper with ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 910. This review covers its full specifications, design, integration, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The SMC LEHF is a two-finger electric gripper with a long opening/closing stroke of 16 to 40 mm in the basic version and 32 to 80 mm in the long-stroke version, a gripping force of 3 N to 180 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. It is designed for gripping workpieces of widely differing dimensions with one tool, with position, speed and force programmable at up to 64 points. The gripper weighs between 340 g and 2,500 g, is driven by a 24 VDC step motor with servo control and operates at 5 to 40 °C. It is run from an SMC step motor controller with parallel I/O or a fieldbus connection. It is listed from USD 910.
SMC LEHF at a Glance
Product type: Robot gripper
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Speed: 5 to 100 mm/s
Weight: 340 to 2,500 g
Controller: SMC JXC series, LECP1 or LECPA step motor controller
Price: from USD 910
SMC LEHF Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the SMC LEHF.
Specification | SMC LEHF |
Manufacturer | SMC |
Model | LEHF |
Product type | Robot gripper |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Speed | 5 to 100 mm/s |
Controller | SMC JXC series, LECP1 or LECPA step motor controller |
Interfaces | Parallel I/O, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, DeviceNet, IO-Link, CC-Link |
Starting price | From USD 910 |
Detailed Technical Data
Electric (24 VDC step motor, servo)
2 fingers, parallel
Body sizes 10 / 20 / 32 / 40
Stroke 16 to 40 mm (basic), 32 to 80 mm (long stroke)
Gripping force 3 to 180 N
Opening/closing speed 5 to 100 mm/s
Weight 340 to 2,500 g
5 to 40 °C
Design and Build Quality
The LEHF is a robot gripper made by SMC. Published build data: stroke 16 to 40 mm (basic), 32 to 80 mm (long stroke); gripping force 3 to 180 N; weight 340 to 2,500 g.
Integration and Compatibility
The LEHF is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: Parallel I/O, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, DeviceNet, IO-Link and CC-Link. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
SMC LEHF Applications and Use Cases
The SMC LEHF is a two-finger electric gripper with a long opening/closing stroke of 16 to 40 mm in the basic version and 32 to 80 mm in the long-stroke version, a gripping force of 3 N to 180 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
Machine Tending
The LEHF holds the part while the robot loads and unloads machines.
Assembly
The LEHF grips and positions components for fitting and joining.
Pick and Place
The LEHF transfers parts between trays, fixtures and conveyors.
SMC LEHF Price and Value
The SMC LEHF is listed from USD 910 on All Things Cobots. Mounting kits, cabling, software options and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Speed: 5 to 100 mm/s
Gripping force 3 to 180 N
Wide choice of communication interfaces
Cons
Compatibility with the robot and controller must be confirmed before ordering
Mounting, cabling and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the SMC LEHF?
The SMC LEHF fits robot users and integrators who need a gripper for handling, machine tending or assembly.
See the full SMC LEHF product listing on All Things Cobots.
SMC LEHF FAQ
How much does the SMC LEHF cost?
The SMC LEHF is listed from USD 910 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the SMC LEHF?
The SMC LEHF is a two-finger electric gripper with a long opening/closing stroke of 16 to 40 mm in the basic version and 32 to 80 mm in the long-stroke version, a gripping force of 3 N to 180 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm.
How accurate is the SMC LEHF?
Published repeatability: ±0.05 mm.
How fast is the SMC LEHF?
Published speed: 5 to 100 mm/s.
How much does the SMC LEHF weigh?
Published weight 340 to 2,500 g.
Is the SMC LEHF compatible with my robot?
Compatibility depends on the robot flange, payload and controller interface. Confirm it with the supplier before ordering.
Which interfaces does the SMC LEHF support?
Published interfaces are Parallel I/O, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, DeviceNet, IO-Link and CC-Link.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
