SMC LEHZ Review: Specs, Price and Applications
Updated: 2 days ago
The SMC LEHZ is a robot gripper with ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 940. 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 LEHZ is a compact two-finger parallel electric gripper with an opening/closing stroke of 4 to 30 mm, a gripping force of 6 N to 210 N across the six body sizes (10, 16, 20, 25, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. It is designed for general pick-and-place and assembly work where gripping force, speed and finger position need to be set per workpiece, at up to 64 points. Compact versions of sizes 10 to 25 deliver 2 N to 28 N. The gripper weighs between 135 g and 1,760 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 940.
SMC LEHZ at a Glance
Product type: Robot gripper
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 5 to 120 mm/s
Weight: 135 to 1,760 g
Controller: SMC JXC series, LECP1 or LECPA step motor controller
Price: from USD 940
SMC LEHZ Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the SMC LEHZ.
Specification | SMC LEHZ |
Manufacturer | SMC |
Model | LEHZ |
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 940 |
Detailed Technical Data
Electric (24 VDC step motor, servo)
2 fingers, parallel
Body sizes 10 / 16 / 20 / 25 / 32 / 40
Stroke 4 / 6 / 10 / 14 / 22 / 30 mm
Gripping force 6 to 210 N (basic), 2 to 28 N (compact)
Opening/closing speed 5 to 120 mm/s
Weight 135 to 1,760 g
5 to 40 °C
Design and Build Quality
The LEHZ is a robot gripper made by SMC. Published build data: stroke 4 / 6 / 10 / 14 / 22 / 30 mm; gripping force 6 to 210 N (basic), 2 to 28 N (compact); weight 135 to 1,760 g.
Integration and Compatibility
The LEHZ 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 LEHZ Applications and Use Cases
The SMC LEHZ is a compact two-finger parallel electric gripper with an opening/closing stroke of 4 to 30 mm, a gripping force of 6 N to 210 N across the six body sizes (10, 16, 20, 25, 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 LEHZ holds the part while the robot loads and unloads machines.
Assembly
The LEHZ grips and positions components for fitting and joining.
Pick and Place
The LEHZ transfers parts between trays, fixtures and conveyors.
SMC LEHZ Price and Value
The SMC LEHZ is listed from USD 940 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 6 to 210 N (basic), 2 to 28 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 LEHZ?
The SMC LEHZ fits robot users and integrators who need a gripper for handling, machine tending or assembly.
See the full SMC LEHZ product listing on All Things Cobots.
SMC LEHZ FAQ
How much does the SMC LEHZ cost?
The SMC LEHZ is listed from USD 940 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the SMC LEHZ?
The SMC LEHZ is a compact two-finger parallel electric gripper with an opening/closing stroke of 4 to 30 mm, a gripping force of 6 N to 210 N across the six body sizes (10, 16, 20, 25, 32 and 40) and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm.
How accurate is the SMC LEHZ?
Published repeatability: ±0.02 mm.
How fast is the SMC LEHZ?
Published speed: 5 to 120 mm/s.
How much does the SMC LEHZ weigh?
Published weight 135 to 1,760 g.
Is the SMC LEHZ 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 LEHZ 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.
