SMC LEHS Review: Specs, Price and Applications
Updated: 2 days ago
The SMC LEHS is a robot gripper with ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 1,140. 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 LEHS is a three-finger electric gripper with a stroke of 4 to 12 mm in diameter, a gripping force of 2.2 N to 130 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. It is designed for centring and gripping round or cylindrical workpieces, with position, speed and force programmable at up to 64 points. Compact versions of sizes 10 and 20 deliver 1.4 N to 17 N. The gripper weighs between 150 g and 1,265 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 1,140.
SMC LEHS at a Glance
Product type: Robot gripper
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 5 to 120 mm/s
Weight: 150 to 1,265 g
Controller: SMC JXC series, LECP1 or LECPA step motor controller
Price: from USD 1,140
SMC LEHS Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the SMC LEHS.
Specification | SMC LEHS |
Manufacturer | SMC |
Model | LEHS |
Product type | Robot gripper |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Speed | 5 to 120 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 1,140 |
Detailed Technical Data
Electric (24 VDC step motor, servo)
3 fingers, concentric
Body sizes 10 / 20 / 32 / 40
Stroke 4 / 6 / 8 / 12 mm in diameter
Gripping force 2.2 to 130 N (basic), 1.4 to 17 N (compact)
Opening/closing speed 5 to 120 mm/s
Weight 150 to 1,265 g
5 to 40 °C
Design and Build Quality
The LEHS is a robot gripper made by SMC. Published build data: stroke 4 / 6 / 8 / 12 mm in diameter; gripping force 2.2 to 130 N (basic), 1.4 to 17 N (compact); weight 150 to 1,265 g.
Integration and Compatibility
The LEHS 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 LEHS Applications and Use Cases
The SMC LEHS is a three-finger electric gripper with a stroke of 4 to 12 mm in diameter, a gripping force of 2.2 N to 130 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
Machine Tending
The LEHS holds the part while the robot loads and unloads machines.
Assembly
The LEHS grips and positions components for fitting and joining.
Pick and Place
The LEHS transfers parts between trays, fixtures and conveyors.
SMC LEHS Price and Value
The SMC LEHS is listed from USD 1,140 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: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 5 to 120 mm/s
Gripping force 2.2 to 130 N (basic), 1.4 to 17 N (compact)
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 LEHS?
The SMC LEHS fits robot users and integrators who need a gripper for handling, machine tending or assembly.
See the full SMC LEHS product listing on All Things Cobots.
SMC LEHS FAQ
How much does the SMC LEHS cost?
The SMC LEHS is listed from USD 1,140 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the SMC LEHS?
The SMC LEHS is a three-finger electric gripper with a stroke of 4 to 12 mm in diameter, a gripping force of 2.2 N to 130 N across the four body sizes (10, 20, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm.
How accurate is the SMC LEHS?
Published repeatability: ±0.02 mm.
How fast is the SMC LEHS?
Published speed: 5 to 120 mm/s.
How much does the SMC LEHS weigh?
Published weight 150 to 1,265 g.
Is the SMC LEHS 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 LEHS 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.
