SMC MHS3 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
Updated: 2 days ago
The SMC MHS3 is a robot gripper with ±0.01 mm repeatability, listed from USD 320. 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 MHS3 is a three-finger parallel pneumatic gripper with a round body, available in ten bore sizes from 16 mm to 125 mm, with an external gripping force per finger of 14 N to 1,270 N at 0.5 MPa and a repeatability of ±0.01 mm. A wedge cam mechanism moves the three fingers concentrically, which suits centring and gripping round workpieces from the outside or the inside. The opening/closing stroke ranges from 4 mm to 32 mm in diameter. The gripper weighs between 60 g and 6,460 g and runs double acting on unlubricated compressed air at up to 0.6 MPa and -10 to 60 °C, at up to 60 cycles per minute. It is listed from USD 320.
SMC MHS3 at a Glance
Product type: Robot gripper
Repeatability: ±0.01 mm
Speed: 60 cycles per minute
Weight: 60 to 6,460 g
Price: from USD 320
SMC MHS3 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the SMC MHS3.
Specification | SMC MHS3 |
Manufacturer | SMC |
Model | MHS3 |
Product type | Robot gripper |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm |
Speed | 60 cycles per minute |
Starting price | From USD 320 |
Detailed Technical Data
Pneumatic
3 fingers, concentric, wedge cam
Bore sizes 16 / 20 / 25 / 32 / 40 / 50 / 63 / 80 / 100 / 125 mm
Stroke 4 to 32 mm in diameter
Gripping force per finger 14 to 1,270 N external, 16 to 1,320 N internal at 0.5 MPa
Weight 60 to 6,460 g
Operating pressure up to 0.6 MPa
Double acting
-10 to 60 °C
Design and Build Quality
The MHS3 is a robot gripper made by SMC. Published build data: stroke 4 to 32 mm in diameter; gripping force per finger 14 to 1,270 N external, 16 to 1,320 N internal at 0.5 MPa; weight 60 to 6,460 g.
Integration and Compatibility
The MHS3 is connected to the robot or line controller. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
SMC MHS3 Applications and Use Cases
The SMC MHS3 is a three-finger parallel pneumatic gripper with a round body, available in ten bore sizes from 16 mm to 125 mm, with an external gripping force per finger of 14 N to 1,270 N at 0.5 MPa and a repeatability of ±0.01 mm. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
Machine Tending
The MHS3 holds the part while the robot loads and unloads machines.
Assembly
The MHS3 grips and positions components for fitting and joining.
Pick and Place
The MHS3 transfers parts between trays, fixtures and conveyors.
SMC MHS3 Price and Value
The SMC MHS3 is listed from USD 320 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: ±0.01 mm
Speed: 60 cycles per minute
Gripping force per finger 14 to 1,270 N external, 16 to 1,320 N internal at 0.5 MPa
Cons
Compatibility with the robot and controller must be confirmed before ordering
Mounting, cabling and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the SMC MHS3?
The SMC MHS3 fits robot users and integrators who need a gripper for handling, machine tending or assembly.
See the full SMC MHS3 product listing on All Things Cobots.
SMC MHS3 FAQ
How much does the SMC MHS3 cost?
The SMC MHS3 is listed from USD 320 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the SMC MHS3?
The SMC MHS3 is a three-finger parallel pneumatic gripper with a round body, available in ten bore sizes from 16 mm to 125 mm, with an external gripping force per finger of 14 N to 1,270 N at 0.5 MPa and a repeatability of ±0.01 mm.
How accurate is the SMC MHS3?
Published repeatability: ±0.01 mm.
How fast is the SMC MHS3?
Published speed: 60 cycles per minute.
How much does the SMC MHS3 weigh?
Published weight 60 to 6,460 g.
Is the SMC MHS3 compatible with my robot?
Compatibility depends on the robot flange, payload and controller interface. Confirm it with the supplier before ordering.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
