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CAT.ES20-104 F
Employs wedge cam constructionfor a compact design
with strong holding force
2 Finger, 3 Finger, 4 Finger Air GripperParallel Type
Series MHSø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63, ø80, ø100, ø125
Long stroke (MHSL3) introduced to upgraded series.

Lightweight, compact designwith reduced height
Lightweight, compact designwith reduced height
Cylinder bore size (mm) Series Variations
Using tapped holes Using through holes
Can be mounted from two directions
Easy alignment when mounting
Auto switch capable
High repeatability: ±0.01mm
Series MHS2
Series MHS3
Series MHS4
Axial gripping ofcylindrical work pieces
Positioning ofsquare work pieces
Accommodates awide range of workpiece diameters
Series Variations
16 20 25 32 40 50 63 80 100 125
Can be mounted from two directions
Easy alignment when mountingPositioning pin holes are provided on the top of the gripper.
Auto switch capable
High repeatability: ±0.01mm
Long stroke (MHSL3) introduced to upgraded series.
Long strokeSeries MHSL3
2 fin
ger
s4
fing
ers
3 fin
ger
s
New
Employs wedge cam constructionEmploys wedge cam constructionThe wedge cam mechanism allows strong gripping
force to be obtained from a compact design.
A wide variety of solid state auto switches can be mounted using the body's side mounting grooves.Selections include 2 color indication and water resistant types.
Gripping of diverse work pieces
Features 1

Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
34 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Air blowing
Ideal for gripping work pieces of different diameters.
MHS3 Variations
Long Stroke MHSL3
With dust cover/center pusherThrough hole/MHSH3
With dust cover/MHSJ3
Dust cover
Spring type
Cylinder type
Through holeMHSH3
Center pusher assembly
With dust cover
Through hole
With center pusher (cylinder type)
With center pusher (spring type)
Through hole with dust cover
With dust cover/center pusher (cylinder type)
With dust cover/center pusher (spring type)
16 20 25 32 40 50 63 80Cylinder bore size (mm)
MHSJ3
MHSH3
MHSHJ3
Opening/closing stroke more than twice the standard (MHS3)
10 (4)10 (4)12 (6)16 (8)20 (8)28 (12)32 (16)40 (20)48 (24)64 (32)
Stroke mmDia.: Open – Closed
Heightmm
Weightg
80135180370550930
1,5502,8505,500
11,300
43.546495864
77.589
116 135 175
Cylinderbore size
mm1620253240506380
100125
Standard inside ( ) /MHS3 stroke
Gripping of differentdiameter work pieces
Close
d
Open
NewNew
Pushing out work piece with
external cylinder
The dust cover and center pusher assembly can be modularized for the through hole MHSH3.
The mounting pitch is compatible with the standard type.
Features 2

Series MHS2ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63
2 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
1
Y59A
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of fingers2 2 fingers
Cylinder bore size162025
16mm20mm25mm
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of auto switches
ActionD Double acting
Auto switch type
Number of fingers2 2 fingers
Cylinder bore size32405063
32mm 40mm 50mm 63mm
Number of auto switches
ActionD Double acting
Symbol
MHS 2 D20ø16 to ø25 F9N
MHS 2 D50ø32 to ø63
How to Order
Nil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
Auto switch type
—
Nil
Type
Auto switch specifications
Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Load voltage Auto switch models Lead wire length (m)∗ ApplicableloadsIn-line 0.5 (Nil) 3 (L)DC AC
So
lid s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN) 3 wire (PNP)
3 wire (PNP)
2 wire
24V
5V,12VY69AY7PVY69B
Y59AY7PY59B
Relay,PLC—5V,12V
3 wire (NPN) 12V
2 wire 12V
Y7NWV
Y7BWV
Y7NWY7PWV Y7PW
Y7BW
— Y7BA
—
5 (Z)
ICcircuit
—
—
Diagnosticindication(2 color
indicator)Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗
In-line3
(L)DC AC
So
lid s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire(NPN)
3 wire(PNP) 24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC
—
2 wire
5V,12V F9PV F9P
5(Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
Cylinder Bore Size
Cylinder Bore Size
0.5(Nil)
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m .......Nil (Example) Y59B3m .......... L (Example) Y59BL5m ......... Z (Example) Y59BZ
D-Y7BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
Perpendicular
ICcircuit
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m .......Nil (Example) F9B3m ......... L (Example) F9BL5m ......... Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
Applicableloads
12V

Models and Specifications
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Repeatability mm
Max. operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Effective gripping force N at pressure of0.5MPa Opening/closing stroke (both sides) mm
Weight g
MHS2-32D
32
111
123
8
265
MHS2-40D
40
177
195
8
345
MHS2-50D
50
280
306
12
515
MHS2-63D
63
502
537
16
952
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
Construction
No.
1234567
Description
Body
Piston
Cam
Finger
Cap
End plate
Piston bolt
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
No.
8910111213
Description
Rubber magnet
C type snap ring
Piston seal
Rod seal
Gasket
Gasket
Material
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Nickel plated
Parts list
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit number
Contents
A set of the aboveNos. 10, 11, 12 and 13
MHS2-32D MHS2-40D MHS2-50D MHS2-63D
Closed condition Open condition
MHS2-16D
16
21
23
4
58
MHS2-20D
20
120
37
42
4
96
MHS2-25D
25
63
71
6
134
0.2 to 0.6
MHS2-16D MHS2-20D MHS2-25D
Externalgripping forceInternalgripping force
MHS16-PS MHS20-PS MHS25-PS MHS32-PS MHS40-PS MHS50-PS MHS63-PS
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 10, 11, 12 and 13, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
Note 1)
Note) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, and for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm.Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data on pages 3 and 4 for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
2
2 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS2

Gripping Point
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
MHS2-16D MHS2-16DPressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
5 510 1020 25 2530 30
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
15 2015
2020
1010
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
30
30
MHS2-20D MHS2-20D
10 1020 2030 3040 40
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
40 40
20 20
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
6060
MHS2-25D MHS2-25D
10 1020 2030 3040 40
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
6060
40 40
20 20
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
100100
8080
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
F
F
F
F
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
External gripping force Internal gripping force
External gripping
Internal gripping
Gripping point Gripping point
L L
• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
• Expressing the effective gripping force The effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when both of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Series MHS2
3

MHS2-32D MHS2-32D
MHS2-40D MHS2-40D
MHS2-50D MHS2-50D
MHS2-63D MHS2-63D
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
200200
150150
100 100
50 50
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
250250
20 2040 4060 60
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
400 400
200 200
0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
600 600
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
120120
9090
60 60
30 30
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
150150
20 2040 4060 60
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
300 300
200 200
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
400 400
100 100
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Effective Gripping Force
0
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm2
F
F
F
F
External gripping
Internal gripping
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when both of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
4
2 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS2

MHS2-16D to 25D
Dimensions
ModelMHS2-16DMHS2-20DMHS2-25D
AA353840
ModelMHS2-16DMHS2-20DMHS2-25D
AB323537
B303642
DO344048
DC303642
EO141620
EC101214
CB111315
FX12.514.517
FY11 13 14.5
FZ335
G252728
I455
J101214
K456
NA81012
NB5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
O2 2.53
RA182426
RB161822
SC8 9.5
10
TB566
VA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
VB223
WA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
XA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
XB223
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
Q678
MHS2-16D MHS2-20D MHS2-25D
AB
AA
3
øB
P(finger opening port)
CB 7
P(finger closing port)
2
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d EC
J
K2H
9+0
.025
0
Q
(Open DO) (Closed DC)
O
NB
NA
2-ø3.4, counter bore dia. 6.5Counter bore depth SC (mounting hole)
4-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
RB
RA
20°20°
øWA, depth 1.5
øVA, depth VB
FXFYFZ
XA
, dep
th X
B
2-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8(mounting threads)
RB
RA
ø4
3
4.5
33°
24°
ø4
3
5
56
33°
24°
ø4
3
5
56.
5
33°
24°
Series MHS2
5

AB
AA
3
øB
M5 x 0.8(finger opening port)
CB
M5 x 0.8(finger closing port)
2
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
9L
CA
Q
(Open DO)
(Closed DC)
4.5
NA
2-øSA, counter bore dia. SB
Counter bore depth 9 (mounting hole)
4-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8Attachment mounting threads
RB
RA
20°20°
øVA, depth VB
FXFYFZX
A, d
epth
XB
2-UA, thread depth UB(mounting threads)
RB
RA
øWA, depth 2
56.4
35° 35°
MHS2-32D, 40D
ModelMHS2-32DMHS2-40D
ModelMHS2-32DMHS2-40D
AA4447
AB4144
B5662
DO6470
DC5662
EO2428
EC1620
CA89
CB1617
FX23
26.5
FY20.523.5
FZ56
G 30.5
32
I67
J2021
L2H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0
3H94H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0
NA1416
RA3844
SA4.55.5
SB8 9.5
UAM5 x 0.8 M6 x 1
UB1012
VA VB34
34H942H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0
WA3H94H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0
XA XB34
(mm)
RB2528
8h9
0 -0.0
36
8
Q1112
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
6
2 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS2

ModelMHS2-50DMHS2-63D
AA5566
ModelMHS2-50DMHS2-63D
AB5262
AC34
B7086
DO 82102
DC7086
EO3446
EC2230
CA 912
FY28 34.5
CB2022
FX3138
FZ67
G37.544
I 911
J2428
K1011
M23
L4H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
O5 5.5
4H95H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
VAQ1417
RB3438
SC1214
NA1824
NB10h912h9
0-0.036 0-0.043
VB45
52H965H9
+0.074 0+0.074 0
WA WB2 2.5
4H95H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
XA XB45
(mm)
Dimensions
AB
AA
AC
øB
M5 x 0.8(finger opening port)
CB
M5 x 0.8(finger closing port)
M
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
KL
CA
Q
(Open DO) (Closed DC)
O
NA
4-ø5.1, counter bore dia. 9.5Counter bore depth SC (mounting hole)
4-M5 x 0.8, thread depth 10Attachment mounting threads
RB
RA
NB
20°20°
øVA, depth VB
FXFYFZX
A, d
epth
XB
4-M6 x 1, thread depth 12(mounting threads)
RB
RA
øWA, depth WB
56.4
35° 35°
MHS2-50D, 63D
YC
RA5266
YC7 7.5
Series MHS2
7

Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
D Double acting
D Double acting
Symbol
NilSn
2 pcs.1 pc.
"n" pcs.
Number of fingers3 3 fingers
Cylinder bore size162025
16mm20mm25mm
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of auto switches
Action
Auto switch type
Number of fingers3 3 fingers
Cylinder bore size 32 40 50 63 80100125
32mm 40mm 50mm 63mm 80mm100mm125mm
Number of auto switches
Action
MHS 3 D20ø16 to ø25 F9N
MHS 3 D50ø32 to ø125 Y59A
How to Order
Nil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
Auto switch typeNil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗Applicable
loadsIn-line0.5(Nil) 3 (L)
DC AC
So
lid s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)
3 wire(PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC—
2 wire 12V
F9PV F9P
5 (Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
—
Type
Auto switch specificationsSpecialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output) Perpendicular
Load voltage Auto switch models Lead wire length (m)∗ ApplicableloadsIn-line 0.5 (Nil) 3 (L)DC AC
So
lid s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire
24V
5V, 12V
12V
5V, 12V
12V
Y69AY7PVY69B
Y59AY7PY59B
Relay,PLC—
Y7NWV
Y7BWV
Y7NWY7PWV Y7PW
Y7BW
— Y7BA
—
5 (Z)
IC circuit
IC circuit
—
—
Diagnosticindication(2 color
indicator) Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
Cylinder Bore Size
Cylinder Bore Size
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m .......Nil (Example) F9B3m .......... L (Example) F9BL5m .......... Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) Y59B3m…..… L (Example) Y59BL5m…..… Z (Example) Y59BZ
D-Y7BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
5V,12V
Series MHS3ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63, ø80, ø100, ø125
3 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
8

A set of the aboveNos. 10, 11, 12 and 13
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 10, 11, 12 and 13, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
Models and Specifications
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature ° C
Repeatability mm
Max. operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
MHS3-32D
32
74
82
8
237
MHS3-40D
40
118
130
8
351
MHS3-50D
50
187
204
12
541
MHS3-63D
63
335
359
16
992
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
Construction
No.
1234567
Description
Body
Piston
Cam
Finger
Cap
End plate
Piston bolt
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
Parts listNo.
8910111213
Description
Rubber magnet
C type snap ring
Piston seal
Rod seal
Gasket
Gasket
Material
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Nickel plated
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit number
MHS3-32D MHS3-40D MHS3-50D MHS3-63DContents
Closed condition Open condition
MHS3-16D
16
14
16
4
60
MHS3-20D
20
120
25
28
4
100
MHS3-25D
25
42
47
6
140
MHS3-80D
80
500
525
20
1,850
MHS3-100D
100
30
750
780
24
3,340
MHS3-125D
125
1,270
1,320
32
6,460
0.2 to 0.6
MHS3-16D MHS3-20D MHS3-25D MHS3-125DMHS3-80D MHS3-100D
External gripping force
MHS16-PS MHS20-PS MHS25-PS MHS32-PS MHS40-PS MHS50-PS MHS63-PS MHS80-PS MHS100-PS MHS125-PS
Note 1)
Opening/closing stroke mm (dia.)
Weight g
Effective gripping force N at pressure of 0.5MPa
Internalgripping force
Note 1) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm, and for ø80 to ø125 with gripping point L = 50mm.Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data on pages 10 through 12 for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Note 2) Open and closed diameter values apply for external gripping of work pieces.
Series MHS3
9

• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
Gripping Point
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
L L
MHS3-16D MHS3-16D
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
5 510 1020 2025 2530 30
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm15 15
20 20
15 15
10 10
5 5
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
25 25
MHS3-20D MHS3-20DPressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
10 1015 1520 2030 3035 35
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
5 525 25
30
3025
2520
2015
15
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
35
35
40
1010
5 5
MHS3-25D MHS3-25D
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
4040
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
6060
70
5050
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
F
F F
External gripping force Internal gripping force
External gripping
Internal gripping
F
FF
Gripping point Gripping point
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
10
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS3

Effective Gripping Force
MHS3-32D MHS3-32D
MHS3-40D MHS3-40D
MHS3-50D MHS3-50D
MHS3-63D MHS3-63D
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
160 160
120 120
80 80
40 40
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
200 200
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80100 100
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
400 400
300 300
200 200
100 100
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
500 500
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
8080
6060
40 40
20 20
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
100
100
120
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2030 3040 4060 6070 70
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm10 1050 50
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
300 300
250 250
200 200
150 150
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
350 350
100 100
50 50
External gripping force Internal gripping force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
F
F F
External gripping
Internal gripping
F
FF
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Series MHS3
11

External gripping force Internal gripping force
MHS3-80D MHS3-80D
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
600
500
400
300
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
700 700
600
500
400
300
200
100
200
100
MHS3-100D MHS3-100D
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa
0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80100 100
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
800
600
400
200
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
1,000 1,000
800
600
400
200
MHS3-125D MHS3-125D
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
20 20100 10040 4060 60120 120Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
80 80
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
1,200
1,000
800
600
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
1,400
400
200
1,6001,800 1,800
1,600
1,400
1,200
1,000
800
600
400
200
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
12
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS3

MHS3-16D to 25D
Dimensions
ModelMHS3-16DMHS3-20DMHS3-25D
AA353840
ModelMHS3-16DMHS3-20DMHS3-25D
AB323537
B303642
DO172024
DC151821
EO 7 810
EC567
CB111315
FX12.514.517
FY11 13 14.5
FZ335
G252728
I455
J101214
K456
NA 81012
NB5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
O2 2.53
SA3.43.44.5
SB6.56.58
SC8 9.510
TB566
UAM3 x 0.5M3 x 0.5M4 x 0.7
UB4.56 6
VA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
VB223
WA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
XA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
XB223
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
Q678
R252934
P(finger opening port)
CB 7
P(finger closing port)
Q
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
O
NB
NA
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
6-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
ø4
3
5
33°
54° ø43
5
54°
33°
5
6
ø43
5
54°
33°
5
6.5
MHS3-16D MHS3-20D MHS3-25D
AB
AA
3
øB
2
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
K2H
9+0
.025
0
22.5°
20° 20°
øWA, depth 1.5
øVA, depth VB
FXFY
FZ
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
XA, depth XB
Series MHS3
13

MHS3-32D to 80D
ModelMHS3-32DMHS3-40DMHS3-50DMHS3-63DMHS3-80D
AA4447556682
AB4144526277
AC33345
B 52 62 70 86106
DO32354151
63.5
DC28313543
53.5
EO12 14 17 23 31.5
EC8
10 11 15 21.5
CA 8 9 912
13.5
CB1617202227
FX22
26.53138
47.5
FY 19.5 23.5
28 34.5 43.5
FZ56678
G 30.5
32 37.5
4456
I 6 7 91112
J2021242832
K 9 9101112
L2H93H94H96H98H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.036 0
M22234
NA1416182428
NB 8h9 8h910h912h914h9
0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.043 0-0.043
(mm)
P (finger opening port)
CB
P (finger closing port)
CA
Q
(O
pen
DO
)
(
Clo
sed
DC
)
O
NB
NA
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
6-TA, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
22.5°
20° 20°
FYFZ
FX
øWA, depth WB
XA, depth XB
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
øVA, depth VBAB
AA
AC
øB
M
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
KL
Auto switch mounting groove positions (4 locations)
6.4
5
40°
10° 40°
10°
Y
ModelMHS3-32DMHS3-40DMHS3-50DMHS3-63DMHS3-80D
O4.54.55 5.56
3H94H94H95H96H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
Q1112141720
SA4.55.55.56.66.6
SB 8
9.5 9.5
1111
SC 9 9121419
TAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
TB 8 8101012
UAM4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1M6 x 1
UB 6
7.5 10 9 12
VA VB34456
34H942H952H965H982H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0+0.074 0+0.074 0+0.087 0
WA WB222
2.53
3H94H94H95H96H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
XA XB34456
Y6 8 7 7.58
PM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8Rc 1/8
R4453627695
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
14
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS3

MHS3-100D, 125D
ModelMHS3-100DMHS3-125D
AA 96122
ModelMHS3-100DMHS3-125D
AB 90114
AC68
B134166
DO7898
DC6682
EO4046
EC2830
CA18
23.5
FY5468
CB 30.6
38
FX5974
FZ1012
G6384
I1518
J3852
K1521
M46
L 8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
O 7.510.5
8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
VAQ2331
R118148
SA 911
SB14
17.5
SC2134
NA3440
NB18h922h9
0-0.043 0-0.052
TA M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
TB1620
UA M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
UB1620
VB68
102H9130H9
+0.087 0+0.100 0
WA WB46
PRc 1/4Rc 3/8
8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
XA XB68
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (4 locations)
P (finger opening port)
CB
P (finger closing port)
CA
Q (O
pen
DO
) (
Clo
sed
DC
)
O
NB
NA
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
6-TA, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
40°
10°
40°
10°
90°
56.410
5 13
56.4
12
7 15
40°
10°
40°
10°
90°
FY
FZ
FX
XA, depth XB
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
22.5°
20° 20° øWA, depth WBøVA, depth VB
MHS3-100D MHS3-125D
AB
AA
AC
øB
M
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
KL
Dimensions
Series MHS3
15

Models and Specifications
MHSJ3-80D
80
30
400
525
20
3,200
Internalgripping force
External gripping force
0.2 to 0.6
MHSJ3-25D
25
36
47
6
230
MHSJ3-20D
20
120
21
28
4
150
MHSJ3-16D
16
9
16
4
95
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
MHSJ3-63D
63
280
359
16
1,800
MHSJ3-50D
50
155
204
12
1,050
MHSJ3-40D
40
97
130
8
620
MHSJ3-32D
32
62
82
8
440
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Repeatability mm
Max. operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Effective gripping forceN at pressure of 0.5MPa
Opening/closing stroke mm (dia.)
Weight g
Chloroprene rubber (CR) Fluoro rubber (FKM) Silicon rubber (Si)
NilFS
Dust cover type
With dust cover
Without auto switch (built-in magnet)Nil
How to Order
F9N32 DMHSJ 3
Auto switch type
Double actingDAction Number of auto switches
2 pcs.1 pc.
NilS
16mm20mm25mm32mm40mm50mm63mm80mm
1620253240506380
Cylinder bore size
3 fingers3
Number of fingers
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗Applicable
loadsIn-line0.5(Nil) 3 (L)
DC AC
So
lid s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)
3 wire (PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC
—
2 wire
5V,12V
F9PV F9P
5 (Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color indicator)
Note 1)
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) F9B3m ....…. L (Example) F9BL5m ....…. Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
Note 1) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm, and for ø80 to ø125 with gripping point L = 50mm.Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data on pages 18 through 20 for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Note 2) Open and closed diameter values apply for external gripping of work pieces.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
12V
With Dust Cover
Series MHSJ3ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63, ø80
3 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
16

Construction
No.
1
2
34567
Description
Body
Piston
Cam (J)
Finger
Cap (J)
End plate (J)
Guide
Material
Aluminum alloy
ø16 to ø25: Stainless steel
ø32 to ø80: Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Aluminum alloy
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
No.
89101112131415
Description
Rubber magnet
Hexagon socket head screw
Parallel pin
C type snap ring
Gasket
Gasket
Piston seal
Rod seal
Material
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
Carbon steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Nickel plated
Nickel plated
Parts list
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit number
MHSJ3-32D MHSJ3-40D MHSJ3-50D MHSJ3-80DContents
A set of the aboveNos. 12, 13, 14 & 15
MHSJ3-16D MHSJ3-20D MHSJ3-25D
MHSJ16-PS MHSJ20-PS MHSJ25-PS MHSJ32-PS MHSJ40-PS MHSJ50-PS MHSJ80-PS
MHSJ3-63D
MHSJ63-PS
16CR Note)
FKM Note)
Si Note)
Replacement parts/Dust cover (J)Part number
MHSJ3-32D MHSJ3-40D MHSJ3-50D MHSJ3-80DDescriptionNo. MaterialMHSJ3-16D MHSJ3-20D MHSJ3-25D
MHSJ3-J16
MHSJ3-J16F
MHSJ3-J16S
MHSJ3-J20
MHSJ3-J20F
MHSJ3-J20S
MHSJ3-J25
MHSJ3-J25F
MHSJ3-J25S
MHSJ3-J32
MHSJ3-J32F
MHSJ3-J32S
MHSJ3-J40
MHSJ3-J40F
MHSJ3-J40S
MHSJ3-J50
MHSJ3-J50F
MHSJ3-J50S
MHSJ3-J80
MHSJ3-J80F
MHSJ3-J80S
MHSJ3-63DMHSJ3-J63
MHSJ3-J63F
MHSJ3-J63S
Dust cover (J)
Note) CR: Chloroprene rubber, FKM: Fluoro rubber, Si: Silicon rubber
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 12, 13, 14 and 15, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
ø16 to ø25
ø32 to ø80 Open condition
Open conditionClosed condition
Series MHSJ3
17

MHSJ3-16D MHSJ3-16D
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
55 1010 2020 2525 3030
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
1515
20
15
15
10
10
55
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
25
0.4MPa0.4MPa
MHSJ3-20D MHSJ3-20DPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
55 1010 2020 2525 3030 3535
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
1515
20
20
1515
1010
55
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
25
25
40
35
35
30
30
0.4MPa
0.4MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
MHSJ3-25D MHSJ3-25D
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 2020 3030 4040 5050
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
7070
6060
5050
4040
3030
2020
1010
0.4MPa
0.4MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
L
Gripping point Gripping point
L
Gripping Point
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
F
F
F F
F
F
External gripping force Internal gripping force
External gripping
Internal gripping
• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
18
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSJ3

MHSJ3-32D MHSJ3-32D
0.5MPa
0.5MPa0.4MPa
0.4MPa0.3MPa
0.3MPa0.2MPa
0.2MPa
1010 2020 3030 4040 5050
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
80
80
6060
4040
2020
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
MHSJ3-40D MHSJ3-40D
0.5MPa0.5MPa0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 2020 3030 4040 5050
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00G
rippi
ng fo
rce
N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
200
160
160
120
120
80
80
4040
MHSJ3-50D MHSJ3-50D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 2020 3030 4040 5050 6060 7070
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
350
300
250
250
200
200
150
150
100
100
5050
MHSJ3-63D MHSJ3-63D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
2020 4040 6060 8080 100100
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
500
400
400
300
300
200
200
100100
100
100 120
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
F
F
F F
F
F
External gripping
Internal gripping
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Series MHSJ3
19

MHSJ3-80D MHSJ3-80DPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa0.5MPa
0.5MPa0.4MPa
0.4MPa0.3MPa
0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
2020 4040 6060 8080
Gripping point L mmGripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
700
600
600
500
500
400
400
300300
200200
100100
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
20
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSJ3

Section SD - SD
(C
ount
er b
ore
dept
h 4)
(Counter bore dia. SB)
AI
(3-ø3.2)
MHSJ3-16D to 25D
Dimensions
ModelMHSJ3-16DMHSJ3-20DMHSJ3-25D
AA464955
ModelMHSJ3-16DMHSJ3-20DMHSJ3-25D
AD161820
AE272832
CA77
7.5
B303642
DC17.520 23.5
CB14 14 17.5
AI394247
DO19.522 26.5
EC7.58 9.5
EO 9.510 12.5
FX121518
HA445059
HB364250
J101214
K456
NB5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
O2
2.53
SB6 6.56.5
R242934
TB566
WA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
Q678
6-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
SD
SD
NB
3-ø3.2, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth 4 (See section SD-SD)P.C.D.R (mounting hole)
3-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8P.C.D.R (mounting threads)
O
2H9
+0.0
25 0
ø3H9 , depth 3+0.025 0
Q J
KøH
A
øB(O
pen
DO
)(C
lose
d D
C)
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
CB CA
2
3 AD AE
AA
FX
øWA, depth 1.5
20°
20°
30°
ø4 ø4
ø4
5
5
5
6
6.53
33
5 520°
20° 20°
90° 90°
20°
20° 20°
MHSJ3-16D MHSJ3-20D MHSJ3-25D
øHB
Series MHSJ3
21

MHSJ3-32D to 80D
ModelMHSJ3-32DMHSJ3-40DMHSJ3-50DMHSJ3-63DMHSJ3-80D
AA 63 66 80 91108
ModelMHSJ3-32DMHSJ3-40DMHSJ3-50DMHSJ3-63DMHSJ3-80D
AC33345
AD2426313746
B 54 62 74 92112
AI5457707993
CB19 19 26.528 31
CA 9.510.511.513 14
AE3637465057
DC 31.536 42 51 63
DO 35.540 48 59 73
EC 11.515 18 23 31
EO 15.519 24 31 41
FX2226324050
HA 76 86103125158
HB 65 75 88106130
J2021242832
L2H93H94H96H98H9
+0.025 0 +0.025 0
+0.030 0 +0.030 0 +0.036 0
K 9 9101112
O4.54.55 5.56
NB8h98h910h912h914h9
0 -0.036 0 -0.036 0 -0.036 0 -0.043 0 -0.043
R4452637898
SA4.24.25.16.66.6
SB8 8 9.511 11
SC77888
Q1112141720
VA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
WA34H942H952H965H982H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0+0.074 0+0.074 0+0.087 0
TB 8 810 10 12
UB1010121616
VB44566
WB2 2 2
2.53
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8Rc 1/8
TAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
UAM5 x 0.8 M5 x 0.8 M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
YB 8 8101212
YAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M6 x 1 M6 x 1
M22234
6-TA, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SC (See section SD - SD)P.C.D.R (mounting hole)
Q J
KL
øH
A
øB
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
Ope
n EO
Clos
ed E
C
O
SD
NB
SD
M
AC AD AE
AA
CB CA
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
3-YA, thread depth YBP.C.D.R
øVA, depth VB
øWA, depth WB
20°
30°
20°
FX
7
10
11
7
7.5
5
5
5
5
53
3
3
335
5
5
55
20°
20° 20°
20° 20°
20°
20° 20°
20° 20°
90°
90° 90°
90° 90°
MHSJ3-32D
Section SD - SD
MHSJ3-63D MHSJ3-80D
MHSJ3-40D MHSJ3-50D
(Cou
nter
bor
e de
pth
SC
)
(Counter bore dia. SB)
AI
(3-øSA)
øHB
ø4
ø4
ø4
ø4ø4
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
22
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSJ3

Number of fingers3 3 fingers
Cylinderbore size
1620253240506380
16mm20mm25mm32mm40mm50mm63mm80mm
NilS
n Note 2)
2 pcs.1 pc.
"n" pcs.
Number of auto switches
ActionD Double acting
Auto switch type
MHSH D32 F9N
How to Order
Nil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
F9NMHSH 3 A 50 A
Through hole
Numberof fingers3 3 fingers
Through hole
Dust cover
Air grippercylinder bore size
3240506380
32mm40mm50mm63mm80mm
Dust cover type(with dust cover only)NilFS
Chloroprene rubber (CR)Fluoro rubber (FKM)Silicon rubber (Si)
Center pusher
Center pusher assembly
NilAB
Without center pusherCylinder typeSpring type
Center pusherAB
Cylinder typeSpring type
NilJ
Without dust coverWith dust cover
3
Center Pusher Assembly
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of auto switchesAuto switch type (cylinder type only)Nil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring (output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗Applicable
loadsIn-line
0.5(Nil)
3(L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)
3 wire (PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC
—
2 wire 12V
F9PV F9P
5(Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗
ApplicableloadsIn-line
0.5(Nil)
3(L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire(NPN)
3 wire(PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC—
2 wire 12V
F9PV F9P
5(Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
Total of 2 pcs.→Nil
Total of 4 pcs.→Enter "4"
Note) ø16, ø20 and ø25 are not available with dust cover.
Note) ø16, ø20 and ø25 are not available with center pusher.
Note) Symbol entry examples when mounting auto switches on air gripper with cylinder type center pusher
1. Air gripper unit ..........1 pc.Center pusher unit ....1 pc.MHSH3-32DA-F9N
2. Air gripper unit ......... 2 pcs.Center pusher unit ... 2 pcs.MHSH3-32DA-F9N4
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) F9B3m…..… L (Example) F9BL5m…..… Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) F9B3m .....… L (Example) F9BL5m .....… Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.Note 3) Auto switches for center pusher assembly are available only on the cylinder type.
5V,12V
5V,12V
Through Hole
Series MHSH3ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63, ø80
3 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
23

Models and Specifications
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Repeatability mm
Maximum operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Through hole diameter mm
Opening/closing stroke (dia.) mm
Weight g
MHSH3-32D
32
62
77
ø6H10
8
410
MHSH3-40D
40
97
118
ø10H10
8
570
MHSH3-50D
50
155
187
ø12H10
12
970
MHSH3-63D
63
280
329
ø16H10
16
1,650
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
MHSH3-16D
16
9
15
ø3H10
4
90
MHSH3-20D
20
120
21
26
ø3H10
4
140
MHSH3-25D
25
36
45
ø4H10
6
220
0.2 to 0.6
Externalgripping forceInternalgripping force
MHSH3-80D
80
30
400
490
ø20H10
20
2,920
+0.040 0
+0.040 0
+0.048 0
+0.048 0
+0.058 0
+0.070 0
+0.070 0
+0.084 0
Model
Pusher cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Pusher maximum operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Pusher stroke mm
Pusher thrust N at pressure of
0.5MPa
Weight g
MHSH3-40DA
20
MHSH3-50DA
25
MHSH3-63DA
32
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
Non-lube
Double acting
MHSH3-80DA
40
MHSH3-32DA
12
Extension
0.2 to 0.6
5
45
530
5
130
770
10
204
1,330
10
335
2,300
15
524
4,000
Center pusher (cylinder type) specifications
Air gripper specifications
Model
Pusher stroke mm
Pusher spring force N
Weight g
MHSH3-40DB
5
11 to 15
740
MHSH3-50DB
10
20 to 25
1,290
MHSH3-63DB
10
29 to 34
2,250
MHSH3-80DB
15
49 to 59
4,000
MHSH3-32DB
5
6 to 10
500
Center pusher (spring type) specifications
Through hole with dust coverMHSHJ3-D
Center pusher (spring type) with dust coverMHSHJ3-DB
Center pusher (cylinder type) with dust coverMHSHJ3-DA
ø40
600
800
770
ø50
1,020
1,380
1,340
ø63
1,710
2,360
2,310
ø80
3,040
4,120
4,120
ø32
430
550
520
Weights
60 30
Note 1) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm, and for ø80 with gripping point L = 50mm. Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data on pages 27 through 29 for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Note 1)Effective gripping force N at pressure of 0.5MPa
Without center pusher Center pusher/cylinder type Center pusher/spring type
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
24
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

Construction
No.
1
2
3456789101112
Description
Body
Piston
Cam (A)
Finger
Cap (A)
End plate (A)
Tube
Guide
Rubber magnet
Hexagon socket head screw
Parallel pin
C type snap ring
Material
Aluminum alloy
ø16 to ø25: Stainless steel
ø32 to ø80: Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Aluminum alloy
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
Carbon steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Nickel plated
Nickel plated
No.
131415161718
Description
Gasket
Gasket
Gasket
Piston seal
Rod seal
Rod seal
Material
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Parts list
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit number
MHSH3-32D
MHSHJ3-32D
MHSH3-40D
MHSHJ3-40D
MHSH3-50D
MHSHJ3-50D
MHSH3-80D
MHSHJ3-80DContents
A set of the aboveNos. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18
MHSH3-16D MHSH3-20D MHSH3-25D
MHSH16-PS MHSH20-PS MHSH25-PS MHSH32-PS MHSH40-PS MHSH50-PS MHSH63-PS
MHSH3-63D
MHSHJ3-63D
MHSH80-PS
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
19
Replacement parts/Dust cover (A)Part number
MHSH3-32D
MHSHJ3-32D
MHSH3-40D
MHSHJ3-40D
MHSH3-50D
MHSHJ3-50D
MHSH3-80D
MHSHJ3-80D
DescriptionNo. Material MHSH3-63D
MHSHJ3-63D
Note) CR: Chloroprene rubber, FKM: Fluoro rubber, Si: Silicon rubber
Dust cover (A)
CR Note)
FKM Note)
Si Note)
MHSHJ3-J32
MHSHJ3-J32F
MHSHJ3-J32S
MHSHJ3-J40
MHSHJ3-J40F
MHSHJ3-J40S
MHSHJ3-J50
MHSHJ3-J50F
MHSHJ3-J50S
MHSHJ3-J63
MHSHJ3-J63F
MHSHJ3-J63S
MHSHJ3-J80
MHSHJ3-J80F
MHSHJ3-J80S
ø16 to ø25 Closed condition
ø32 to ø80 Open condition
Open condition
Series MHSH3
25

Construction
Center pusher/cylinder type
Center pusher/spring type
No.
12345678910111213
Description
Push holder (P)
Piston (P)
Rod holder
Bumper
Push rod (P)
Rubber magnet
Hexagon socket head screw
C type snap ring
Steel ball
Gasket
Gasket
Piston seal
Rod seal
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Urethane rubber
Stainless steel
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Hard chromed
Nickel plated
Nickel plated
No.
12345678
Description
Push holder (S)
Cap (S)
Spring holder
Spring
Push rod (S)
Hexagon socket head screw
Hexagon socket head screw
C type snap ring
Material
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard chromed
Nickel plated
Nickel plated
Nickel plated
Replacement parts/Seal kits (center pusher/cylinder type)
Parts list
Kit number
MHSH3-A63A MHSH3-A80AContents
A set of the above Nos. 10, 11, 12 & 13
MHSH3-A32A MHSH3-A40A MHSH3-A50A
Construction
MHSH32A-PS MHSH40A-PS MHSH50A-PS MHSH63A-PS MHSH80A-PS
Parts list
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 10, 11, 12 and 13, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
26
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

MHSH3-16D MHSH3-16D
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
55 10 15 20 25 30 10 20 25 30
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
15
25
20
15
15
10
5
10
5
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
MHSH3-20D MHSH3-20D
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
55 20 25 30 3510 15 10 15 20 25 30 35
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
40
35
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
30
25
20
15
10
5
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
MHSH3-25D MHSH3-25D
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 20 30 40 50 20 30 40 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
7070
60
50
40
30
20
10
60
50
40
30
20
10
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
0.4MPa
0.4MPa
0.5MPa
0.5MPa
F
F
F
F
F
F
External gripping
Internal gripping
Gripping Point
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
L L
Gripping point Gripping point
External gripping force Internal gripping force
• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Series MHSH3
27

MHSH3-32D MHSH3-32D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 20 30 40 50 20 30 40 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa 20
40
60
80
100
100
80
60
40
20
120
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
MHSH3-40D MHSH3-40D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 20 30 5040 20 30 40 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
200
160
160
120
80
40
120
80
40
MHSH3-50D MHSH3-50D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa
0.4MPa0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
1010 20 30 40 50 60 70 20 30 40 50 60 70
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
350
300
250
250
200
150
100
50
200
150
100
50
MHSH3-63D MHSH3-63D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
2020 40 60 80 100 40 60 80 100
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
500
400
400
300
200
100
300
200
100
Effective Gripping Force
External gripping force Internal gripping force
F
F
F
F
F
F
External gripping
Internal gripping
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm2
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Pressure 0.6 MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6 MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
28
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

MHSH3-32DA MHSH3-32DB
MHSH3-40DA MHSH3-40DB
PBPA
PA PB
Pusher stroke mmSupply pressure MPa
Supply pressure MPa Pusher stroke mm
0
00 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6
Spr
ing
forc
e N
Pus
her
thru
st N
Pus
her
thru
st N
Spr
ing
forc
e N
1160
50
40
30
20
10
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6
10
9
8
7
6
16180
150
120
90
60
30
15
14
13
12
11
Cylinder type (Note1) Spring type
Effective Thrust of Center Pusher
PA
PB
PA: Pusher thrust
PB: Spring force
MHSH3-80D MHSH3-80D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
2020 40 60 80 40 60 80
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
0.1MPa0.1MPa
00
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
700
600
600
500
400
300
200
100
500
400
300
200
100
Effective Gripping Force
External gripping force Internal gripping force
F
F
F
F
F
F
External gripping
Internal gripping
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
Pressure 0.6MPa Pressure 0.6MPa
Note1) The thrust of the cylinder type is on extension of the push rod.
Series MHSH3
29

MHSH3-50DA MHSH3-50DB
MHSH3-63DA MHSH3-63DB
PA
PA
PB
PB
Supply pressure MPa
Supply pressure MPa
Pusher stroke mm
Pusher stroke mm
00 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6
00 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 2 4 6 8 10 12
2 4 6 8 10 12
Pus
her
thru
st N
Pus
her
thru
st N
Spr
ing
forc
e N
Spr
ing
forc
e N
300
250
200
600
500
400
300
200
100
150
50
100
25
24
34
33
32
31
30
29
23
22
21
20
Cylinder type (Note1) Spring type
Effective Thrust of Center Pusher
PA
PB
PA: Pusher thrust
PB: Spring force
MHSH3-80DA MHSH3-80DB
PB
PA
Supply pressure MPa Pusher stroke mm
Pus
her
thru
st N
Spr
ing
forc
e N
59900
750
600
450
300
150
57
55
53
51
49
00 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 3 6 9 12 15 18
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Note1) The thrust of the cylinder type is on extension of the push rod.
30
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

ø4 ø4 ø4
5
5
5
6
6.53
33
55
20°
20° 20°
90° 90°
20°
20° 20°
MHSH3-16D MHSH3-20D MHSH3-25D
MHSH3-16D to 25D
ModelMHSH3-16DMHSH3-20DMHSH3-25D
AA464955
ModelMHSH3-16DMHSH3-20DMHSH3-25D
AC778
AD 10.512 13
BB30.536.542.5
BA303642
BD272832
BC344047
AE 28.530 34
CA7 7 7.5
CB14 14 17.5
DC 17.520 23.5
DO 19.522 26.5
FX121518
EC 7.58 9.5
EO 9.510 12.5
G323438
I455
J101214
NB5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
K456
NA 81012
O2 2.53
R242934
SB6 6.5 6.5
TB566
Q678
WA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
ZA3H103H104H10
+0.040 0+0.040 0+0.048 0
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
Dimensions
6-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
3-ø3.2, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth 4P.C.D.R (mounting hole)
NA
AC AD AE
AA
øZA øWA, depth 1.5
BD
GI
NB 2
Q
K
O øB
A
øB
B
øB
C
J
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C2H
9+0
.025
0
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
CB CA
ø3H9 +0.025 0 , depth 3
FX
3-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8P.C.D.R (mounting threads)
30°
20°
20°
Series MHSH3
31

MHSH3-32D to 80D
ModelMHSH3-32DMHSH3-40DMHSH3-50DMHSH3-63DMHSH3-80D
AA63668091
108
ModelMHSH3-32DMHSH3-40DMHSH3-50DMHSH3-63DMHSH3-80D
AC99
101215
AD 15.517.5
2126
31.5
BB 54.562.574.592.5
112.5
BA54627492
112
BD3637465057
BC627284
102125
AE 38.539.5
4953
61.5
CA 9.510.511.51314
CB191926.52831
DC31.536425163
DO35.540485973
EC11.515182331
EO15.519243141
FX2226324050
G43.54555.56172
I 679
1112
J2021242832
L2H93H94H96H98H9
+0.025 0 +0.025 0 +0.030 0 +0.030 0 +0.036 0
NB8h98h910h912h914h9
0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.043 0-0.043
K99
101112
Q1112141720
SC77888
TB88101012
SB8 8
9.5 11 11
R4452637898
SA4.24.25.16.66.6
WA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
34H942H952H965H982H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0+0.074 0+0.074 0+0.087 0
ZA 6H1010H1012H1016H1020H10
+0.048 0+0.058 0+0.070 0+0.070 0+0.084 0
UB1010121616
VB44566
WB222
2.53
88
101212
ZB 7.4
11.413.417.421.4
ZC99
101215
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8Rc 1/8
UAM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
YAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M6 x 1 M6 x 1
TAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
VA
M22234
NA1416182428
O4.54.555.56
6-TA, thread depth TB
3-ø SA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
NA
NB
ZC
Q
øB
A
øB
B
øB
C
O
J
KL
øZ
B
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
Ope
n EO
Clos
ed E
C
I
AD AEAC
M G
BD
CB CA
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R
3-YA, thread depth YBP.C.D.R
øVA, depth VB
øWA, depth WBøZA
30°
20°
20°
7
10
11
7
7.5
5
5
5
5
53
3
3
335
5
5
55
20°
20° 20°
20° 20°
20°
20° 20°
20° 20°
90°
90°
90°
90° 90°
MHSH3-32D
MHSH3-63D MHSH3-80D
MHSH3-40D MHSH3-50D
AA
FX
ø4ø4
ø4
ø4
ø4
YB
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
32
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

MHSH3-32DA to 80DA
Center pusher auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
Dimensions: Center Pusher/Cylinder Type
ZH, thread depth ZI
øZ
D
6.3
5.7
10.2
11.2 8.2
7.2
8.8
5.8
2.7
3.3
øB
E
3-ø
UE
øB
Fø
BG
ZE
ZJ
AH
12
18 21
12
16
ø4
ø4 ø4
ø4ø4
5
6 6
33
5
6
3
3
3
Pusher extended ZFPusher retracted ZG
3-UC
Thread depth UD M5 x 0.8(pusher retraction port)
M5 x 0.8(pusher extension port)
AG(AF)
CC CCFX
øVA, depth VB
MHSH3-32DA
MHSH3-63DA MHSH3-80DA
MHSH3-40DA MHSH3-50DA
Note) For dimensions, refer to the MHSH3-32 to 80D dimensions on page 32.
ModelMHSH3-32DAMHSH3-40DAMHSH3-50DAMHSH3-63DAMHSH3-80DA
AF3536444858
AG2627333545
AH 912151820
AJ 9 9111313
CC 9.5 13.5 17.5 20 25
BG 53.5 61.5 73.5 91.5 111.5
BE3038485868
FX2226324050
UD1010121616
UE5.55.56.68.68.6
VB44566
ZE 5 8101417
ZF2021283241
ZG1516182226
ZI 610121620
ZJ3.54.55 7 8
BF32h940h950h960h970h9
0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.074 0-0.074
VA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
ZD 610121620
(mm)
UCM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
ZH M3 x 0.5 M5 x 0.8 M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M10 x 1.5
AJ
Series MHSH3
33

Note) For dimensions, refer to the MHSH3-32 to 80D dimensions on page 32.
MHSH3-32DB to 80DB
Dimensions: Center Pusher/Spring Type
ZH, thread depth ZI
Pusher extended ZFPusher retracted ZG
øZ
D
øB
E
3-ø
UE
øB
Fø
BG
øB
F
øB
G
ZE
ZJ
3-UC
Thread depth UD
AH
AG(AF)
AH
AF
MHSH3-32DB, 40DB
FX
øVA, depth VB
øWC, depth WD
ModelMHSH3-32DBMHSH3-40DBMHSH3-50DBMHSH3-63DBMHSH3-80DB
ZJ3.54.5578
ZHM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M10 x 1.5
ZI 610121620
ModelMHSH3-32DBMHSH3-40DBMHSH3-50DBMHSH3-63DBMHSH3-80DB
AF1821303548
AG——192235
AH 912151820
AJ 9 9111313
BG 53.5 61.5 73.5 91.5111.5
BE——485868
FX2226324050
UD1010121616
UE5.55.56.68.68.6
VB44566
ZE 5 8101417
ZF2021283241
ZG1516182226
BF32h940h950h960h970h9
0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.074 0-0.074
VA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
ZD 610121620
(mm)
UCM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
WC2024324252
+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0
WD1.51.51.52 2
AJ
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
34
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

MHSHJ3-32D to 80D
ModelMHSHJ3-32DMHSHJ3-40DMHSHJ3-50DMHSHJ3-63DMHSHJ3-80D
AA63668091
108
AC33345
AD2426313746
B 54627492
112
AI5457707993
CB191926.52831
CA 9.510.511.51314
AE3637465057
DC31.536425163
DO35.540485973
EC11.515182331
EO15.519243141
FX2226324050
HA7686
103125158
HB657588
106130
J2021242832
L2H93H94H96H98H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.036 0
K99
101112
M22234
NB8h98h9
10h912h914h9
0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.036 0-0.043 0-0.043
Dimensions: Through Hole with Dust Cover
(mm)
6-TA, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
SD
SD
NB
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SC (See section SD - SD)P.C.D.R (mounting hole)
Q J
KL
O
øH
A
øB
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
Open
EO
Clos
ed E
C
M
AC AD AE
AA
CB CA
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
øZA
FX
øWA, depth WB
øVA, depth VB
3-UA, thread depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
3-YA, thread depth YBP.C.D.R
20°
20°
Section SD - SD
(Cou
nter
bor
e de
pth
SC
)
(Counter bore dia. SB)
AI
(3-øSA)
øHB
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
MHSHJ3-32D
MHSHJ3-63D MHSHJ3-80D
MHSHJ3-40D MHSHJ3-50D
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
20° 20° 20° 20°
90° 90° 90°
90°
90°
7
7
7.5
5
5
11 5
10 5
5
53
55
3
5
353
3
ø4ø4
ø4
ø4ø4
ModelMHSHJ3-32DMHSHJ3-40DMHSHJ3-50DMHSHJ3-63DMHSHJ3-80D
R4452637898
Q1112141720
O4.54.55 5.56
SA4.24.25.16.66.6
SC77888
TB 8 8101012
UB1010121616
VB44566
WB2 2 2 2.53
YB 8 8101212
TAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
PM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8Rc 1/8
SB8 8
9.511 11
UAM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
YAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M6 x 1 M6 x 1
VA WA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
34H942H952H965H982H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0+0.074 0+0.074 0+0.087 0
ZA6H1010H1012H1016H1020H10
+0.048 0+0.058 0+0.070 0+0.070 0+0.084 0
Series MHSH3
35

MHSHJ3-32DA to 80DA
Dimensions: Center Pusher/Cylinder Type with Dust Cover
ZH, thread depth ZIPusher extended ZFPusher retracted ZG
øZ
D
øB
Eø
BF
øB
G
ZE
ZJ
3-UC Thread depth UD
AH
AG(AF)
M5 x 0.8(pusher retraction port)
M5 x 0.8(pusher extension port)
FXCC CC
øVA, depth VB
Note) For dimensions, refer to the MHSHJ3-32 to 80D dimensions on page 35.For auto switch mounting groove dimensions for the center pusher, refer to MHSH3-32 to 80DA on page 33.
ModelMHSHJ3-32DAMHSHJ3-40DAMHSHJ3-50DAMHSHJ3-63DAMHSHJ3-80DA
AF3536444858
AG2627333545
AH 912151820
AJ 9 9111313
BG 53.5 61.5 73.5 91.5111.5
CC 9.513.517.520 25
BE3038485868
FX2226324050
UD1010121616
VB44566
ZE 5 8101417
ZF1415212431
ZG 910111416
ZII 610121620
ZJ3.54.55 7 8
BF32h940h950h960h970h9
0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.062 0-0.074 0-0.074
VA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
ZD 610121620
(mm)
UCM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
ZHM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
AJ
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
36
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSH3

MHSHJ3-32DB to 80DB
Dimensions: Center Pusher/Spring Type with Dust Cover
ZH, thread depth ZI Pusher extended ZFPusher retracted ZG
øZ
D
øB
E
3-ø
UE
øB
F
øB
F
øB
Gø
BG
ZE
ZJ
3-UC
Thread depth UD
AH
AG(AF)
FX
øVA, depth VB
øWC, depth WD
AH
AF
MHSHJ3-32DB, 40DB
Note) For dimensions, refer to the MHSHJ3-32 to 80D dimensions on page 35.
AJ
ModelMHSHJ3-32DBMHSHJ3-40DBMHSHJ3-50DBMHSHJ3-63DBMHSHJ3-80DB
AF1821303548
AG——192235
AH 912151820
AJ 9 9111313
BG 53.5 61.5 73.5 91.5111.5
BE——485868
FX2226324050
UD1010121616
UE5.55.56.68.68.6
VB44566
ZE 5 8101417
WD1.51.51.52 2
ZF1415212431
BF32h940h950h960h970h9
0-0.0620
-0.0620
-0.0620
-0.0740
-0.074
VA4H94H95H96H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
ZD 610121620
WC2024324252
+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0+0.1 0
(mm)
UCM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1 M8 x 1.25 M8 x 1.25
ModelMHSHJ3-32DBMHSHJ3-40DBMHSHJ3-50DBMHSHJ3-63DBMHSHJ3-80DB
ZII 610121620
ZG 910111416
ZJ3.54.55 7 8
ZHM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
Series MHSH3
37

D Double acting
D Double acting
Symbol
NilSn
2 pcs.1 pc
"n" pcs.
Number of fingers3 3 fingers
Cylinder bore size162025
16mm20mm25mm
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of auto switches
Action
Auto switch type
Number of fingers3 3 fingers
Cylinder bore size
32 40 50 63 80100125
32mm 40mm 50mm 63mm 80mm100mm125mm
Number of auto switches
Action
MHSL 3 D20ø16 to ø25 F9N
MHSL 3 D50ø32 to ø125 Y59A
How to Order
Nil Without auto switch (bulit-in magnet)
Auto switch type Nil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗Applicable
loadsIn-line
0.5(Nil)
3(L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire(NPN)
3 wire(PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC
—
2 wire 12V
F9PV F9P
5(Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color indicator)
—
Type
Auto switch specificationsSpecialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output) Perpendicular
Load voltage Auto switch models Lead wire length (m)∗ ApplicableloadsIn-line 0.5 (Nil) 3 (L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire
24V
5V, 12VY69AY7PVY69B
Y59AY7PY59B
Relay,PLC—5V, 12V
12V
12V
Y7NWV
Y7BWV
Y7NWY7PWV Y7PW
Y7BW
— Y7BA
—
5 (Z)
ICcircuit
ICcircuit
—
—
Diagnosticindication(2 color
indicator)Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
Cylinder Bore Size
Cylinder Bore Size
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m..… Nil (Example) F9B3m…..…L (Example) F9BL5m…..…Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) Y59B3m …..… L (Example) Y59BL5m …..… Z (Example) Y59BZ
D-Y7BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
5V,12V
Series MHSL3ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63, ø80, ø100, ø125
3 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
38

A set of the aboveNos. 10, 11, 12 and 13
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 10, 11, 12 and 13, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
Models and Specifications
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Repeatability mm
Max. operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Effective gripping forceN at pressure of 0.5MPa
Opening/closing stroke mm (diameter)
Weight g
MHSL3-32D
32
74
82
16
370
MHSL3-40D
40
118
130
20
550
MHSL3-50D
50
187
204
28
930
MHSL3-63D
63
335
359
32
1,550
Air
0.1 to 0.6
-10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
Construction
No.
1234567
Description
Body
Piston
Cam
Finger
Cap
End plate
Piston bolt
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
Parts listNo.
8910111213
Description
Rubber magnet
C type snap ring
Piston seal
Rod seal
Gasket
Gasket
Material
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Nickel plated
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit Number
MHSL3-32D MHSL3-40D MHSL3-50D MHSL3-63DContents
Closed condition Open condition
MHSL3-16D
16
14
16
10
80
MHSL3-20D
20
120
25
28
10
135
MHSL3-25D
25
42
47
12
180
MHSL3-80D
80
500
525
40
2,850
MHSL3-100D
100
30
750
780
48
5,500
MHSL3-125D
125
1,270
1,320
64
11,300
0.2 to 0.6
MHSL3-16D MHSL3-20D MHSL3-25D MHSL3-125DMHSL3-80D MHSL3-100D
External gripping forceInternalgripping force
MHSL16-PS MHSL20-PS MHSL25-PS MHSL32-PS MHSL40-PS MHSL50-PS MHSL63-PS MHSL80-PS MHSL100-PS MHSL125-PS
Note 1)
Note 1) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm, and for ø80 to ø125 with gripping point L = 50mm.Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data on pages 40 through 42 for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Note 2) Open and closed diameter values apply for external gripping of work pieces.
Series MHSL3
39

Gripping Point
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
MHSL3-16D MHSL3-16D
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
5 510 1020 2025 2530 3015 15
20 20
15 15
10 10
5 5
0 0
25 25
MHSL3-20D MHSL3-20D
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
10 1015 1520 2030 3035 355 525 25
30
3025
2520
2015
15
0 0
35
35
40
1010
5 5
MHSL3-25D MHSL3-25D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
4040
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 0
6060
70
5050
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
F
F F
External gripping
Internal gripping
F
FF
L L
Gripping point• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
Effective Gripping Force• Expressing the effective gripping force
The effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Gripping point
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
Pressure 0.6MPa
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
40
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSL3

MHSL3-32D MHSL3-32D
MHSL3-40D MHSL3-40D
MHSL3-50D MHSL3-50D
MHSL3-63D MHSL3-63D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
160 160
120 120
80 80
40 40
0 0
200 200
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80100 100
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
400 400
300 300
200 200
100 100
0 0
500 500
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
8080
6060
40 40
20 20
0 0
100
100
120
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2030 3040 4060 6070 7010 1050 50
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
300 300
250 250
200 200
150 150
0 0
350 350
100 100
50 50
F
F F
F
FF
Effective Gripping Force
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all 3 of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below.
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
External gripping
Internal gripping
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Series MHSL3
41

MHSL3-80D MHSL3-80D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
600
500
400
300
0 0
700 700
600
500
400
300
200
100
200
100
MHSL3-100D MHSL3-100D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa
0.3MPa
0.2MPa0.2MPa
20 2040 4060 6080 80100 100
0.1MPa0.1MPa
800
600
400
200
0 0
1,000 1,000
800
600
400
200
MHSL3-125D MHSL3-125D
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
20 20100 10040 4060 60120 12080 80
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
1,200
1,000
800
600
0 0
1,400
400
200
1,6001,800 1,800
1,600
1,400
1,200
1,000
800
600
400
200
External gripping force Internal gripping force
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
42
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSL3

MHSL3-16D to 25D
Dimensions
MHSL3-16DMHSL3-20DMHSL3-25D
AA43.546 49
MHSL3-16DMHSL3-20DMHSL3-25D
AB40.543 46
AD28 29 31.5
BC30.636.642.6
BB404552
CB14 14 16.5
BD121619
BA303642
DO23.526 30
DC18.521 24
EO13.514 16
EC 8.5
910
FX12.514.517
FY11 13 14.5
FZ335
G30.532 34.2
H7 8 7.8
14 4 4.5
NC577
O2 2.53
Q678
R252934
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
SA3.43.44.5
SB6.56.58
SC588
TB566
VB223
XB223
5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
UAM3 x 0.5M3 x 0.5M4 x 0.7
(mm)
Mounting hole counter bore dimensions
J101214
K456
NA 81113
NB
2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
VA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
WA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
XA
QO
NB
øBC
øBB
NA
BD
3-UA thread depth 6P.C.D.R(mounting threads)
ø4 ø4
3
3 5
6.1Counter bore depth 5
7.1Counter bore depth 8
6 (6
.5)
533 °
4.554 °
36 °
48 °
MHSL3-16D MHSL3-20D, 25D MHSL3-16D
MHSL3-20D
CB 7
AB
(AA)
3
øB
A
2
G
AD
H
1
JK
2H9
+0.0
25 0
22.5°
20° 20°
øWA depth 1.5
øVA depth VB
FXFY
FZ
NC
XA depth XB
Dimensions inside ( ) are for ø25
6-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TB(attachment mounting threads)
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB,counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
P(finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
Model
Model
Note) The counter bore configuration differs only for the mounting hole section between the auto switch mounting grooves. (ø16 and ø20 only)
Series MHSL3
43

MHSL3-32D to 80D
ModelMHSL3-32DMHSL3-40DMHSL3-50DMHSL3-63DMHSL3-80D
M22234
ModelMHSL3-32DMHSL3-40DMHSL3-50DMHSL3-63DMHSL3-80D
AA 58 64 77.5 89
116
AB 55 61 74.5 85
111
AC33345
AD35.538.546.551 70
CA 8 9 91214
BC 52.6 62.6 70.6 86.6
106.6
BD2430324050
DO42 47.560 70 80.5
CB20 22 29 30.537.5
BA 52 62 70 86106
BB 72 82104120140
DC34 37.546 54 60.5
EO22 26.536 42 48.5
EC14 16.522 26 28.5
FX22 26.531 38 47.5
FY19.523.528 34.543.5
FZ56678
G39.642.551.358.578.5
8h98h9
10h912h914h9
0–0.036 0–0.036 0–0.036 0–0.043 0–0.043
H10.413.517.719.523.5
J2021242832
K 9 9101112
1 5 7 81011
NA1618202630
O4.54.55 5.56
Q1112141720
R4453627695
PM5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8Rc 1/8
SA4.55.55.56.66.6
TAM4 x 0.7M4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1
UAM4 x 0.7M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8M6 x 1 M6 x 1
SB8
9.5 9.511 11
SC8
9.5 9.517 23
NB TB 8 8101012
UB 610101212
3H94H94H95H96H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
VA VB34456
(mm)
NC1010121416
ModelMHSL3-32DMHSL3-40DMHSL3-50DMHSL3-63DMHSL3-80D
WB2 2 2 2.53
3H94H94H95H96H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0+0.030 0
Y6 8 7 7.59
XA XB34456
Auto switch mounting groove positions
QO
NB
øBB
øBC
NA
BD
AB(AA)
AC
øB
A
M
GAD
HNCI
J
KL
CB CA
22.5°
20° 20°
FYFZ
FX
øWA depth WB
XA depth XB
øVA depth VB
6.4 5
40°
10°
40°
10°
Y
8.3 counter bore depth 8
(2 positions) R
7
2H93H94H96H98H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.030 0+0.036 0+0.036 0
L
34H942H952H965H982H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0+0.074 0+0.074 0+0.087 0
WA
P(finger opening port)
P (finger closing port) 3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SC
P.C.D.R (mounting hole)
6-TA thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
Open
EO
Clos
ed E
C
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
3-UA depth UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (4 locations)
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Mounting hole counter bore dimensionsMHSL3-32D
Note) The counter bore configuration differs only for themounting hole section between the auto switch mounting grooves. (ø32 only)
44
3 Finger Air Gripper Series MHSL3

MHSL3-100D, 125D
ModelMHSL3-100DMHSL3-125D
AA135175
ModelMHSL3-100DMHSL3-125D
AB129167
AC68
AD 78102
BD5666
BC134.6166.6
CB44.554
CA1824
BA134166
DC 79100
BB184234
DO103132
EO6580
EC4148
FX5974
FY5468
FZ1012
G 86112
L 8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
18h922h9
0-0.043 0-0.052
M46
NA3743
Q2331
R118148
SA 9 11
SB14 17.5
H3143
J3852
K1521
I1417
PRc 1/4Rc 3/8
NC2125
O 7.510.5
NB SC3132
TA M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
UA M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.5
TB1620
UB1620
8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
VA
(mm)
ModelMHSL3-100DMHSL3-125D
XA 8H910H9
+0.036 0+0.036 0
XB68
MHSL3-100D MHSL3-125D
Dimensions
CB CA
QO
NB
øBB
øBC
NA
BD
AB
(AA)
AC
øB
A
M
GHADI
KL
J
FYFZ
FX
XA depth XB
22.5°
20° 20° øWA depth WBøVA depth VB
40°
10°
40°
10°
90°
56.4
10 5 13
56.4
12 7
15
40°
10°
40°
10°
90°
VB68
102H9 130H9
+0.087 0+0.100 0
WA WB46
3-øSA, counter bore dia. SB, counter bore depth SCP.C.D.R (mounting hole)
6-TA thread depth TB(attachment mounting threads)
P (finger opening port)
P(finger closing port)
Ope
n EO
Clo
sed
EC
(Ope
n D
O)
(Clo
sed
DC
)
3-UA thread depth 6 UBP.C.D.R (mounting threads)
Series MHSL3
45

D Double acting
D Double acting
Symbol
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc
Number of fingers4 4 fingers
Cylinder bore size162025
16mm20mm25mm
NilS
2 pcs.1 pc.
Number of auto switches
Action
Auto switch type
Number of fingers4 4 fingers
Cylinder bore size
Number of auto switches
Action
MHS 4 D20ø16 to ø25 F9N
MHS 4 D50ø32 to ø63 Y59A
How to Order
Nil Without auto switch (bulit-in magnet)
Auto switch typeNil Without auto switch (built-in magnet)
—
Type
Auto switch specifications
Specialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output)
Perpendicular
Load voltageAuto switch modelsElectrical entry direction
Lead wire length (m)∗Applicable
loadsIn-line
0.5(Nil)
3(L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire(NPN)
3 wire(PNP)
24V
F9NV F9N
Relay,PLC
—
2 wire
5V,12V
F9PV F9P
5(Z)
—
—
F9BV F9B
— F9BA
—
—
Water
resistant(2 color
indicator)
—
Type
Auto switch specificationsSpecialfunction
Electricalentry
Indicatorlight
Wiring(output) Perpendicular
Load voltage Auto switch models Lead wire length (m)∗ ApplicableloadsIn-line 0.5 (Nil) 3 (L)DC AC
Sol
id s
tate
Grommet Yes
3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire3 wire (NPN)3 wire (PNP)
2 wire
24V
5V, 12VY69AY7PVY69B
Y59AY7PY59B
Relay,PLC—5V, 12V
12V
12V
Y7NWV
Y7BWV
Y7NWY7PWV Y7PW
Y7BW
— Y7BA
—
5 (Z)
ICcircuit
ICcircuit
—
—
Diagnosticindication(2 color
indicator)Water resistant
(2 color indicator)
Cylinder Bore Size
Cylinder Bore Size
32 40 50 63
32mm 40mm 50mm 63mm
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..... Nil (Example) F9B3m ........ L (Example) F9BL5m ........ Z (Example) F9BZ
D-F9BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
∗ Lead wire length symbols: 0.5m ..… Nil (Example) Y59B3m…..… L (Example) Y59BL5m…..… Z (Example) Y59BZ
D-Y7BA is available only as "L".∗ Auto switches marked with a "" symbol are produced upon receipt of order.Note 1) Take note of hysteresis with 2 color indication type switches.Note 2) Refer to pages 53 through 65 for detailed auto switch specifications.
12V
Series MHS4ø16, ø20, ø25, ø32, ø40, ø50, ø63
4 FingerAir Gripper
Parallel Type
46

Models and Specifications
Model
Cylinder bore size mm
Fluid
Operating pressure MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature °C
Repeatability mm
Max. operating frequency c.p.m.
Lubrication
Action
Opening/closing stroke mm
Weight g
MHS4-32D
32
55
61
8
300
MHS4-40D
40
88
97
8
390
MHS4-50D
50
140
153
12
590
MHS4-63D
63
251
268
16
1,095
Air
0.1 to 0.6
–10 to 60
±0.01
60
Non-lube
Double acting
Construction
No.
1234567
Description
Body
Piston
Cam
Finger
Cap
End plate
Piston bolt
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Carbon steel
Carbon steel
Aluminum alloy
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Note
Hard anodized
Hard anodized
Heat treated, Specially treated
Heat treated, Specially treated
Hard anodized
No.
8910111213
Description
Rubber magnet
C type snap ring
Piston seal
Rod seal
Gasket
Gasket
Material
Synthetic rubber
Carbon steel
NBR
NBR
NBR
NBR
Note
Nickel plated
Parts list
Replacement parts/Seal kitsKit number
MHS4-32D MHS4-40D MHS4-50D MHS4-63DContents
Closed condition Open condition
MHS4-16D
16
10
12
4
66
MHS4-20D
20
120
19
21
4
110
MHS4-25D
25
31
35
6
154
0.2 to 0.6
MHS4-16D MHS4-20D MHS4-25D
External gripping force
Internal gripping force
MHS16-PS MHS20-PS MHS25-PS MHS32-PS MHS40-PS MHS50-PS MHS63-PSA set of the aboveNos. 10, 11, 12 and 13
∗ Seal kits are sets consisting of items 10, 11, 12 and 13, which can be ordered using the kit number for each cylinder bore size.
Note 1)Effectivegripping force N at pressure of 0.5MPa
Note) Values for ø16 to ø25 are with gripping point L = 20mm, and for ø32 to ø63 with gripping point L = 30mm.Refer to the "Effective Gripping Force" data for the gripping force at each gripping position.
Series MHS4
47

External gripping force Internal gripping force
Gripping Point
Effective Gripping Force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm2
External gripping Internal gripping
L: Gripping point distance
MHS4-16D MHS4-16D
5 510 1020 2025 2530 30
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
15 15
10
5
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
15
15
10
5
MHS4-20D MHS4-20D
10 1020 2030 3040 40
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
20 20
10 10
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
3030
MHS4-25D MHS4-25D
10 1020 2030 3040 40
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
3030
20 20
10 10
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
5050
4040
L
Gripping point Gripping point
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all four of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below. If only one of the two pairs of opposing fingers are used for gripping work pieces, while the other pair is used for another function such as positioning, the gripping force of the Series MHS4 will be the same as that of the Series MHS2.
L
External gripping
Internal gripping
• The work piece gripping point distance should be within the gripping force ranges given for each pressure in the effective gripping force graphs below.
• If operated with the work piece gripping point beyond the indicated ranges, an excessive offset load will be applied to the sliding section of the fingers, which can have an adverse effect on the service life of the product.
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
48
4 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS4

MHS4-32D MHS4-32D
MHS4-40D MHS4-40D
MHS4-50D MHS4-50D
MHS4-63D MHS4-63D
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
100100
7575
50 50
25 25
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
125125
20 2040 4060 60
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
200 200
100 100
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
300 300
10 1020 2030 3040 4050 50
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
6060
4545
30 30
15 15
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
7575
20 2040 4060 60
Gripping point L mm Gripping point L mm
150 150
100 100
0 0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
Grip
ping
forc
e N
200 200
50 50
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
0.5MPa 0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa0.5MPa
0.4MPa 0.4MPa
0.3MPa 0.3MPa
0.2MPa 0.2MPa
0.1MPa 0.1MPa
Effective Gripping Force
External gripping force Internal gripping force
1N: Approx. 0.102kgf1MPa: Approx. 10.2kgf/cm²
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
• Expressing the effective gripping forceThe effective gripping force shown in the graphs to the right is expressed as F, which is the impellent force of one finger when all four of the fingers and attachments are in full contact with the work piece as shown in the figure below. If only one of the two pairs of opposing fingers are used for gripping work pieces, while the other pair is used for another function such as positioning, the gripping force of the Series MHS4 will be the same as that of the Series MHS2.
External gripping
Internal gripping
Pressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Pressure 0.6MPaPressure 0.6MPa
Series MHS4
49

AB
AA
3
øB
P(finger opening port)
CB 7
P(finger closing port)
2
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
K2H
9+0
.025
0
Q
(Open DO)(Closed DC)
O
NB
NA
2-ø3.4, counter bore dia. 6.5Counter bore depth SC (mounting hole)
8-M3 x 0.5, thread depth TBAttachment mounting threads
RB
RA
20°
20°
øWA, depth 1.5
øVA depth VB
FXFYFZ
XA
, dep
th X
B
2-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8(mounting threads)
RB
RA
3
4.5
33°
24°
ø4ø4
3
5
56
ø4
3
5
56.
5
33°
24°
33°
24°
MHS4-16D to 25D
Dimensions
ModelMHS4-16DMHS4-20DMHS4-25D
AA353840
ModelMHS4-16DMHS4-20DMHS4-25D
AB323537
B303642
DO374354
DC333948
EO171926
EC131520
CB111315
FX12.514.517
FY11 13 14.5
FZ335
G252728
I455
J101214
K456
NA 81012
NB5h96h96h9
0-0.030 0-0.030 0-0.030
O2 2.53
RA182426
RB161822
SC8
9.510
TB566
VA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
VB223
WA17H921H926H9
+0.043 0+0.052 0+0.052 0
XA2H92H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0+0.025 0
XB223
(mm)
Auto switch mounting groove positions (2 locations)
PM3 x 0.5M5 x 0.8M5 x 0.8
Q678
MHS4-16D MHS4-20D MHS4-25D
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
50
4 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS4

AB
AA
3
øB
M5 x 0.8(finger opening port)
CB
M5 x 0.8(finger closing port)
2
GI
Ope
n E
O
Clo
sed
EC
J
9L
CA
Q
(Open DO)(Closed DC)
4.5
NA
2-øSA, counter bore dia. SB
Counter bore depth 9 (mounting hole)
8-M4 x 0.7, thread depth 8Attachment mounting threads
RB
RA
20° 20°
øVA, depth VB
FXFYFZ
XA
, dep
th X
B
2-UA, thread depth UB(mounting threads)
RB
RA
øWA, depth 2
56.4
35° 35°
MHS4-32D, 40D
ModelMHS4-32DMHS4-40D
ModelMHS4-32DMHS4-40D
AA4447
AB4144
B5662
DO6874
DC6066
EO2832
EC2024
CA89
CB1617
FX23
26.5
FY20.523.5
FZ56
G 30.5
32
I67
J2021
L2H93H9
+0.025 0+0.025 0
3H94H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0
NA1416
RA3844
SA4.55.5
SB8 9.5
UAM5 x 0.8 M6 x 1
UB1012
VA VB34
34H942H9
+0.062 0+0.062 0
WA3H94H9
+0.025 0+0.030 0
XA XB34
(mm)
RB2528
8h9
0 -0.0
36
8
Q1112
Dimensions
Series MHS4
51

ModelMHS4-50DMHS4-63D
AA5566
ModelMHS4-50DMHS4-63D
AB5262
AC34
B7086
DO 86107
DC7491
EO3851
EC2635
CA 912
FY28 34.5
CB2022
FX3138
FZ67
G37.544
I 911
J2428
K1011
M23
L4H96H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
O5 5.5
4H95H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
VAQ1417
RB3438
SC1214
NA1824
NB10h912h9
0-0.036 0-0.043
VB45
52H965H9
+0.074 0+0.074 0
WA WB2 2.5
4H95H9
+0.030 0+0.030 0
XA XB45
(mm)
AB
AA
AC
øB
M5 x 0.8(finger opening port)
CB
M5 x 0.8(finger closing port)
M
GI
Ope
n E
OC
lose
d E
C
J
KL
CA
Q
(Open DO) (Closed DC)
O
NA
4-ø5.1, counter bore dia. 9.5
Counter bore depth SC (mounting hole)
8-M5 x 0.8, thread depth 10Attachment mounting threads
RB
RAN
B
20°20°
øVA, depth VB
FXFYFZX
A, d
epth
XB
4-M6 x 1, thread depth 12 (mounting threads)
RB
RA
øWA, depth WB
56.4
35° 35°
MHS4-50D, 63D
YC
RA5266
YC7 7.5
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
52
4 Finger Air Gripper Series MHS4

Auto Switch Common Specifications
Lead Wire Length
Model
Operating time
Impact resistance
Insulation resistance
Withstand voltage
Ambient temperature
Enclosure
Solid state switch
1ms or less
1000m/s²
1000VAC for 1min.(between lead wire and case)
50MΩ or more at 500VDC (between lead wire and case)
–10 to 60°C
IEC529 standard IP67, JISC0920 watertight construction
Lead Wire Color Changes
D-F9PLead wire length
Lead wire length indication
(Example)
NilLZ
0.5m3m5m
L
D-F9PL-
Flexible specification
(Example) 61
Output (+)
Output (–)
Red
Old
Black
Brown
New
Blue
2 wire 3 wire
Power supply +
Power supply GND
Red
Old
Black
Brown
New
Blue
Output White Black
Power supply +
Power supply GND
Red
Old
Black
Brown
New
Blue
Solid state withdiagnostic output
Solid state with latch typediagnostic output
Output White Black
Diagnostic output Yellow Orange
Power supply +
Power supply GND
Red
Old
Black
Brown
New
Blue
Output White Black
Latch type diagnostic output Yellow Orange
The lead wire colors of SMC auto switches have been changed as shown below to satisfy IEC947-5-2 standards for production beginning September, 1996 and thereafter.Take special care regarding wire polarity during the time that old colors still coexist with the new colors.
Note1) Lead wire length Z: 5m applicable auto switchesSolid state: All models are produced upon receipt of order.
Note2) The standard lead wire length is 3 meters for water resistant 2 color indication solid state auto switches. (0.5m is not available.)
Note3) Enter – 61 after the lead wire length for flexible specification solid state switches.
Series MHSAuto Switch Common Specifications
53

Auto Switch Specifications
Auto Switch Weights
D-F9, D-F9V (with indicator light )
Auto switch part no.
Electrical entry direction
Wiring type
Output type
Applicable load
Power supply voltage
Current consumption
Load voltage
Load current
Internal voltage drop
Leakage voltage
Indicator light
D-F9NIn-line
D-F9NVPerpendicular
D-F9BVPerpendicular
D-F9PVPerpendicular
D-F9BIn-line
D-F9NV, D-F9PV,D-F9BV
2 wire
—
24VDC relay, PLC
—
—
24VDC (10 to 28VDC)
5 to 40mA
4V or less
0.8mA or less
Auto Switch Internal Circuits
D-F9N (V)
D-F9B (V)
D-F9P (V)
OUTBlack[White]
DC (+)Brown[Red]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
DC (+)Brown[Red]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
OUTBlack[White]
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
OUT (+)Brown[Red]
OUT (–)Blue[Black]
NPN
D-F9PIn-line
28VDC or less
40mA or less
1.5V or less
(0.8V or less at 10mA load current)
Lead wire colors inside ( ) are those prior to conformity with IEC standards.
PNP
Grommet
3 wire
Model
Lead wire length 0.5m
Lead wire length 3m
D-F9N
7
37
D-F9P
7
37
D-F9B
6
31
D-F9NV
7
37
D-F9PV
7
37
D-F9BV
6
31
Unit: g
Auto Switch Dimensions
IC circuit, Relay, PLC
5, 12, 24VDC (4.5 to 28V)
10mA or less
80mA or less
0.8V or less
100µA or less at 24VDC
Red LED lights when ON
—
Lead wires — Oil proof heavy duty vinyl cable, ø2.7, 3 cores (Brown, Black, Blue [Red, White, Black]), 0.15mm², 2 cores (Brown, Blue [Red, Black]), 0.18mm², 0.5m
Note 1) Refer to page 53 for solid state switch common specifications.Note 2) Refer to page 53 for lead wire lengths.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
D-F9N, D-F9P,D-F9B
Solid State Switches/Direct Mount TypeD-F9N(V), D-F9P(V), D-F9B(V)
54

Auto Switch Internal Circuits
Improved water (coolant)resistant type
Indicator light/Display method
Grommet
Operating Precautions
Auto Switch Dimensions
Auto Switch Weights
Model
Lead wire length 3m
D-F9BAL
37
D-F9BAL
2 wire
—
24VDC relay, PLC
—
—
24VDC (10 to 28VDC)
5 to 30mA
5V or less
Auto Switch Specifications
Unit: g
Lead wires — Oil proof heavy duty vinyl cable, ø2.7, 2 cores (Brown, Blue [Red, Black]), 0.18mm², 0.5mNote 1) Refer to page 53 for solid state auto switch common specifications.Note 2) Refer to page 53 for lead wire lengths.
D-F9BAL (with indicator light )
OUT (+)Brown [Red]
OUT (–)Blue [Black]
Caution 1mA or less at 24VDC
Operating position ......................... Red LED lights upOptimum operating position .......... Green LED lights up
Auto switch part no.
Wiring type
Output type
Applicable load
Power supply voltage
Current consumption
Load voltage
Load current
Internal voltage drop
Leakage voltage
Indicator light
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
Consult SMC if a solution other than water is to be used.
Lead wire colors inside ( ) are those prior to conformity with IEC standards.
Water Resistant 2 Color Indication Solid State Switches/Direct Mount TypeD-F9BAL
55

Auto Switch Specifications
Auto Switch Weights
Auto Switch Dimensions
D-Y5, D-Y6, D-Y7P, D-Y7PV (with indicator light )
Auto switch part no.
Electrical entry direction
Wiring type
Output type
Applicable load
Power supply voltage
Current consumption
Load voltage
Load current
Internal voltage drop
Leakage voltage
Indicator light
D-Y59A
In-line
D-Y69A
Perpendicular
D-Y69B
Perpendicular
D-Y7PV
Perpendicular
D-Y59B
In-line
D-Y59A, D-Y7P, D-Y59B
D-Y69A, D-Y7PV,D-Y69B
Unit: g
2 wire
—
24VDC relay, PLC
—
—
24VDC (10 to 28VDC)
5 to 40mA
4V or less
0.8mA or less at 24VDC
Auto Switch Internal Circuits
D-Y59A, D-Y69A
D-Y59B, D-Y69B
D-Y7P (V)
OUTBlack[White]
DC (+)Brown[Red]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
DC (+)Brown[Red]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
OUTBlack[White]
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
OUT (+)Brown[Red]
OUT (–)Blue[Black]
NPN
D-Y7P
In-line
28VDC or less
40mA or less
1.5V or less(0.8V or less at 10mA load current)
Lead wire colors inside ( ) are those prior to conformity with IEC standards.
PNP
Grommet
Lead wires — Heavy duty oil resistant flexible vinyl cord, ø3.4, 0.15mm² , 3 cores (Brown, Black, Blue [Red, White, Black]), 2 cores (Brown, Blue [Red, Black]), 0.5m
Note 1) Refer to page 53 for solid state auto switch common specifications.Note 2) Refer to page 53 for lead wire lengths.
100µA or less at 24VDC
Red LED lights when ON
Model
Lead wire length 0.5m
Lead wire length 3m
D-Y59A/Y69A
10
53
D-Y59B/Y69B
9
50
D-Y7P/Y7PV
10
53
3 wire
IC circuit, Relay, PLC
5, 12, 24VDC (4.5 to 28VDC)
10mA or less
—
80mA or less
0.8V or less
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
56
Solid State Switches/Direct Mount TypeD-Y59 , D-Y69 , D-Y7P(V)A
BAB

Auto Switch Internal Circuits
D-Y7NW(V)
D-Y7BW(V)
Indicator light/Display method
D-Y7PW(V)
Grommet
Lead wires — Heavy duty oil resistant flexible vinyl cord, ø3.4, 0.15mm², 3 cores (Brown, Black, Blue [Red, White, Black]), 2 cores (Brown, Blue [Red, Black]), 0.5m
Note 1) Refer to page 53 for solid state switch common specifications.Note 2) Refer to page 53 for lead wire length.
Auto Switch Dimensions
D-Y7W
D-Y7WV
Auto Switch Specifications
D-Y7W, D-Y7WV (with indicator light )
Auto switch part no.
Electrical entry direction
Wiring type
Output type
Applicable load
Power supply voltage
Current consumption
Load voltage
Load current
Internal voltage drop
Leakage voltage
Indicator light
D-Y7NW
In-line
3 wire
NPN
IC circuit, Relay, PLC
5, 12, 24VDC (4.5 to 28VDC)
10mA or less
28VDC or less
40mA or less
100µA or less at 24VDC
D-Y7NWV
Perpendicular
D-Y7BWV
Perpendicular
D-Y7PWV
Perpendicular
D-Y7BW
In-line
2 wire
—
24VDC relay, PLC
—
—
24VDC (10 to 28VDC)
5 to 40mA
4V or less
0.8mA or less at 24VDC
D-Y7PW
In-line
PNP
—
80mA or less
0.8V or less
1.5V or less(0.8V or less at 10mA load current)
Auto Switch Weights
Model
Lead wire length 0.5m
Lead wire length 3m
D-Y7PW
11
54
D-Y7BW
11
54
D-Y7NW
11
54
Unit: g
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
DC (+)Brown[Red]OUTBlack[White]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
DC (+)Brown[Red]
DC (–)Blue[Black]
OUTBlack[White]
OUT (+)Brown[Red]
OUT (–)Blue[Black]
Operating position ......................... Red LED lights upOptimum operating position .......... Green LED lights up
Lead wire colors inside ( ) are those prior to conformity with IEC standards.
The optimum operating position can be determined by the color of the light.(Red→Green←Red)
57
2 Color Indication Solid State SwitchesDirect Mount TypeD-Y7NW(V), D-Y7PW(V), D-Y7BW(V)

ø3.
4
Grommet
Auto Switch Dimensions
Improved water (coolant)resistant type
Auto Switch Internal Circuits
D-Y7BAL
Auto Switch Weights
Auto switch part no.
Wiring type
Applicable load
Load voltage
Load current
Internal voltage drop
Leakage voltage
Indicator light
• Operating time 1ms or less• Lead wires Heavy duty oil resistant flexible vinyl cord, ø3.4, 0.2mm², 2 cores (Brown, Blue [Red, Black]), 3m• Impact resistance 1000m/s² 102G• Insulation resistance 50MΩ or more at 500VDC (between lead wire and case)• Withstand voltage 1000VAC for 1 min. (between lead wire and case)• Ambient temperature –10 to 60°C• Enclosure IEC529 standard IP67, watertight (JISC0920)
D-Y7BAL
2 wire
24VDC relay, PLC
24VDC (10 to 28VDC)
5 to 40mA
4V or less
Unit: g
D-Y7BAL
51
Model
Lead wire length 3m
33 30002
2.5
Indicator light
Switch mounting screw
Slotted set screw (M2.5 x 4l)
5
6.2
0.4
10.6
Most sensitive position12.5
Indicator light/Display method
OFF
ON
Auto Switch Specifications
Operating position ......................... Red LED lights upOptimum operating position .......... Green LED lights up
1mA or less at 24VDC
Mai
nsw
itch
circ
uit
OUT (+)Brown [Red]
OUT (–)Blue [Black]
Operating range
Red Green RedIndicator
Optimumoperating position
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Water Resistant 2 Color IndicationSolid State SwitchesD-Y7BAL 2 Wire
58

Auto Switch Hysteresis
Auto switchmodel D-F9(V)Model
Hysteresis (max. value) mm
Auto switches have hysteresis similar to micro switches. When performing adjustments of switch positions, etc., refer to the standards in the tables below.
Auto switchmodel
D-Y59D-Y69
D-Y7P(V)
0.7
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
D-Y7W (V)
1.2
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.8
0.4
D-Y7BAL
0.7
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.6
0.6
0.7
D-F9BAL
Model
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
Hysteresis (max. value) mm
ø16 to ø25
ø32 to ø125
Switch operating position (ON)
Hysteresis
Switch reset position (OFF)
Series MHS/MHSL Series MHSJ/MHSH
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
MHSMHSL3
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
1.6
1.6
1.6
Setting of ON positionwhen red light is on
Setting of ON positionwhen green light is on
Auto switchmodel D-F9(V)Model
Hysteresis (max. value) mm
D-F9BAL
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.7
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.5
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.5
1.5
1.7
1.7
1.8
Setting of ON positionwhen red light is on
Setting of ON positionwhen green light is on
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
-16D
-20D
-25D
-32D
-40D
-50D
-63D
-80D
Auto Switch Hysteresis
Center pusher/cylinder type
Hysteresis
Switch operating position (ON)
Switch reset position (OFF)
Auto switchmodel D-F9(V)Model
Maximum hysteresis mm
D-F9BAL
MHSH3-32DA
MHSH3-40DA
MHSH3-50DA
MHSH3-63DA
MHSH3-80DA
0.5
0.5
0.6
0.8
1
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.5
0.8
0.9
1
1
1.1
Setting of ON positionwhen red light is on
Setting of ON positionwhen green light is on
- 16D
- 20D
- 25D
- 32D
- 40D
- 50D
- 63D
- 80D
-100D
-125D
Series MHS
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The amount of auto switch protrusion from the body's end surface is shown in the table below.Use this as a standard when mounting, etc.
Direction of auto switchmounting on air gripper
Mounting with lead wire on side opposite the fingers Mounting with lead wire on same side as the fingers
D-Y59D-Y7P
D-Y7W—6—5.5—5—3———————6—5.5—5—3——————
D-Y7BAL
—9—8—7.5—5———————9—8—7.5—5——————
D-Y69D-Y7PV
D-Y7WV—4—4—3—1———————4—4—3—1——————
D-Y7BAL
5—2.5—————————————————————————
OpenClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
Closed
MHS- 32D
MHS- 40D
MHS- 50D
MHS- 63D
MHS- 80D
MHS-100D
MHS-125D
MHSL3- 32D
MHSL3- 40D
MHSL3- 50D
MHSL3- 63D
MHSL3- 80D
MHSL3-100D
MHSL3-125D
Perpendicular entryIn-line entryIn-line entry Perpendicular entryLead wire type
Auto switch modelFinger positionAir gripper
Unit: mm
D-F9V————————————
OpenClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
ClosedOpen
Closed
MHS- 16D
MHS- 20D
MHS- 25D
MHSL3- 16D
MHSL3- 20D
MHSL3- 25D
Perpendicular entryIn-line entryIn-line entry Perpendicular entryLead wire typeAuto switch model
Finger positionAir gripper D-F9BAL104.58281
4.5—3—2—
D-F9V—3—3—1—3—3—1
In-lineelectricalentry type
F
L
Perpendicularelectricalentry type
L
Perpendicularelectricalentry type
L
In-lineelectricalentry type
L
D-F91———————————
D-F9BAL8.5147135128.514713512
D-F9—5—5—3—5—5—3
Amount of Auto Switch Protrusion from the Body End Surface
D-Y59D-Y7P
D-Y7W————————————————————————————
D-Y69D-Y7PV
D-Y7WV————————————————————————————
Note 1) There is no protrusion for sections of the table with no values entered.
Note 2) When mounted with lead wires on the finger side, be sure that attachments and work pieces, etc., do not touch switch units or lead wires.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
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Auto Switch Specifications Series MHS

The amount of auto switch protrusion from the body's end surface is shown in the table below.Use this as a standard when mounting, etc.
D-F92
5.5
2
5
—
5
—
4.5
—
3
—
1.5
—
—
—
—
D-F9BAL
11
14.5
11
14.5
10
14.5
8.5
14
7.5
13
3
11.5
—
10
—
9
D-F9V
—
3
—
3
—
2.5
—
1
—
1
—
—
—
—
—
—
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
Open
Closed
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
MHSJ3MHSH3
In-line entry Perpendicular entryLead wire typeAuto switch model
Finger positionAir gripper
Note 1) Indicates the amount of protrusion from the mounting surface F. There is no protrusion from the finger side.
Note 2) There is no protrusion for sections of the table with no values entered.
Note 3) When mounted with lead wires on the finger side, be sure that attachments and work pieces, etc., do not touch switch units or lead wires.
The amount of auto switch protrusion from the push holder (P) end surface is shown in the table below.Use this as a standard when mounting, etc.
Unit: mm
Unit: mm
Amount of Auto Switch Protrusion from the Body End Surface
-16D
-20D
-25D
-32D
-40D
-50D
-63D
-80D
In-lineelectricalentry type
Perpendicularelectricalentry type
L
L
F
D-F94
9
3
8
—
7.5
—
7
—
4
D-F9BAL
9
14
8
13
2
12
1.5
11.5
—
9
D-F9V
1
6
0.5
5.5
—
5
—
4
—
1.5
Extended
Retracted
Extended
Retracted
Extended
Retracted
Extended
Retracted
Extended
Retracted
In-line entry Perpendicular entryLead wire typeAuto switch model
Pusher positionAir gripper
Protrusion from Push Holder (P) End Surface
Center pusher/cylinder type
MHSH32DA
MHSH-40DA
MHSH-50DA
MHSH-63DA
MHSH-80DA
Perpendicularelectricalentry type
In-lineelectricalentry type
L
L
Series MHS
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Auto Switch Mounting
When mounting an auto switch, insert it into one of the air gripper's switch mounting grooves from the direction shown in the figure below. After placing it in the desired mounting position, tighten the switch mounting screw (included) using a flat head watchmakers screw driver.
Flat head watchmakers screw driver
ø5 to ø6
Auto Switch
Switch mounting screwM2.5 x 4l
Note) When tightening the auto switch mounting screw, use a watchmakers screw driver with a handle diameter of about 5 to 6mm.The tightening torque should be about 0.05 to 0.1N⋅m. As a rule, it should be turned about 90° beyond the point at which tightening can be felt.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
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Auto Switch Specifications Series MHS

Basic Wiring
Solid state 3 wire, NPN
Sink input specification
2 wire
Source input specification
2 wire with 2 switch AND connection 2 wire with 2 switch OR connection
2 wire 2 wire
Solid state 3 wire, PNP
Example: Power supply voltage is 24VDC Voltage decline in switch is 4V
Example: Load impedance is 3kΩLeakage current from switch is 1mA
(Power supplies for switch and load are separate.)
Connection Examples for AND (Series) and OR (Parallel)
Examples of Connection to PLC
Connect according to the applica-ble PLC input specifications, as the connection method will vary depending on the PLC input spec-ifications.
When two switches are connected in series, a load may malfunction because the load voltage declines when in the ON state.Indicator lights will light up when both switches are in the ON state.
(Solid state)When two switches are connected in parallel, malfunction may occur because the load voltage increases when in the OFF state.
Blue[Black]
Mainswitchcircuit
Load
Brown [Red]
Black[White]
Mainswitchcircuit
Brown[Red]
Load
Blue[Black]
Black[White]
Mainswitchcircuit
LoadBlue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Mainswitchcircuit
Load
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Mainswitchcircuit
Load
Brown [Red]
Blue[Black]
Black[White]
PLC internal circuitCOM
Switch
InputBlack[White]
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
PLC internal circuitCOM
Switch
InputBrown[Red]
Blue[Black] PLC internal circuit
Switch
Input
COM
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
PLC internal circuitCOM
Switch
InputBlack[White]
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
Switch 1
Switch 2
Load
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Switch 1
Switch 2
Load
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
3 wireOR connection for NPN output
Switch 1
Switch 2
LoadSwitch 1
Brown[Red]
Switch 2
Black[White]
Blue[Black]
Relay
RelayBlack[White]
Load
Relaycontact
AND connection for NPN output(using relays)
Switch 1
Brown[Red]
Switch 2
Load
Brown[Red]
AND connection for NPN output(performed with switches only)
The indicator lights will light up when both switches are turned ON.
(Solid state)
3 wire, NPN 3 wire, PNP
Brown [Red]
Blue[Black]
Blue[Black]
Black[White]
Black[White]
Blue[Black]
Brown[Red]
Blue[Black]
Black[White]
Blue[Black]
Black[White]
Brown[Red]
Load voltage at ON = – x 2 pcs.
= 24V – 4V x 2 pcs. = 16V
Load voltage at OFF = x 2 pcs. x
= 1mA x 2 pcs. x 3kΩ= 6V
Residualvoltage
Power supplyvoltage
Loadimpedance
Leakagecurrent
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Series MHSSolid State SwitchConnections and Examples

Detectionexample
Detectionposition
Operation of auto switch
How to determine auto switch
mounting positions
Det
ectio
nco
mb
inat
ion
s
1. To confirm that fingers have returned
2. To confirm that workpiece has been gripped
3. To confirm that work piece has not been gripped
1) Detection when gripping exterior of work pieceVarious auto switch applications are possible through different combinations of auto switch quantity and detecting positions.
Switch turns ON when fingers return.(Light ON)
When gripping work piece (normal): Switch OFF(Light OFF)When not gripping work piece (abnormal):Switch ON (Light ON)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
••
Step 1) Fully open the fingers.
Position where light turns ON
Position to be secured
0.3 to 0.5mm
0.3 to 0.5mm
"Connect switch to power supply and mount as directed with no pressure or low pressure."
Position of fingers fully opened
Position when gripping work piece
Position of fingers fully closed
Capable with one auto switch
Two auto switches required
Step 1) Move fingers to work piece gripping position.
Step 1) Fully close the fingers.
Step 3) Move the auto switch in the direction of the arrow indicated below until the indicator light turns ON.
Step 2) Insert the auto switch into the auto switch mounting groove from the direction shown in the figure.
Also in case of lead wire entry from the finger direction, installation should be from the direction shown in the figure.
Step 3) Move the auto switch in the direction of the arrow, and secure it at a position 0.3 to 0.5mm beyond the point at which the indicator light turns on. In case of a 2 color indication switch, secure it in the position at which the indicator light changes from red to green.
Step 4) Keep moving the auto switch in the direction of the arrow and confirm that the indicator light has turned OFF.
Step 5) Move the auto switch in the opposite direction, and secure it in a position 0.3 to 0.5mm beyond the point at which the indicator light turns on again. In case of a 2 color indication switch, secure it in the position at which the indicator light changes from red to green.
Notes) • It is recommended that gripping of the work piece be performed close to the center of the finger stroke.• The detection combinations shown above may be limited when gripping of the work piece is performed at the end of the finger opening/closing stroke, due to auto switch
hysteresis, etc.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Switch turns ON when gripping work piece.(Light ON)
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Series MHSAuto Switch Positioning and Examples

Detectionexample
Detectionposition
Operation of auto switch
"Connect switch to power supply and mount as directed with no pressure or low pressure."
How to determine auto switch
mounting positions
Capable with one auto switch
Det
ectio
nco
mb
inat
ion
s
Two auto switches required
1. To confirm that fingers have returned
2. To confirm that workpiece has been gripped
3. To confirm that work piece has not been gripped
2) Detection when gripping interior of work pieceVarious auto switch applications are possible through different combinations of auto switch quantity and detecting positions.
Notes) • It is recommended that gripping of the work piece be performed close to the center of the finger stroke. • The detection combinations shown above may be limited when gripping of the work piece is performed at the end of the finger opening/closing stroke, due to auto switch hysteresis, etc.
Switch turns ON when fingers return.(Light ON)
When gripping work piece (normal): Switch OFF(Light OFF)When not gripping work piece (abnormal):Switch ON (Light ON)
•
•
•
••
••
••
Step 1) Fully close the fingers.
Step 1) Fully open the fingers.
Also in case of lead wire entry from the finger direction, installation should be from the direction shown in the figure.
Position where light turns ON
Position to be secured
0.3 to 0.5mm
0.3 to 0.5mm
Position of fingers fully closed
Position when gripping work piece
Position of fingers fully opened
Step 1) Move fingers to work piece gripping position.
Step 2) Insert the auto switch into the auto switch mounting groove from the direction shown in the figure.
Step 3) Move the auto switch in the direction of the arrow until the indicator light turns ON.
Step 3) Move the switch in the direction of the arrow and secure it at a position 0.3 to 0.5mm beyond the point at which the indicator light turns on. In case of a 2 color indication switch, secure it in the position at which the indicator light changes from red to green.
Step 4) Keep moving the auto switch in the direction of the arrow and confirm that the indicator light has turned OFF.
Step 5) Move the switch back in the opposite direction, and secure it in a position 0.3 to 0.5mm beyond the point at which the indicator light turns on again. In case of a 2 color indication switch, secure it in the position at which the indicator light changes from red to green.
Switch turns ON when gripping work piece.(Light ON)
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Series MHSAuto Switch Positioning and Examples

Oil Resistant Specifications1
32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125
2
16, 20, 25
MHSMHSJ3MHSH3MHSL3
DDFDFD
Cylinder bore size X5
MHSMHSL
MHSJ
MHSH
D-F9BAL D-Y7BAL
MHSMHSJ3MHSH3MHSL3
DDDD
X4
Solid stateswitch
Seals are changed to an oil resistant material for use inenvironments where there is exposure to cutting oil, etc.
Specifications
Oil resistant type
Double acting
Air
Seals, gaskets — Fluoro rubber
D-F9BAL
Type
Cylinder bore size mm
Action
Fluid
Material
Applicableauto
switches
Note 1) Depending on the type of cutting oil, there are cases in which it is not possible to use air grippers and auto switches. After confirming the type of cutting oil, contact SMC regarding any questions on this matter.
Note 2) Dimensions are the same as the standard type.
Heat Resistant Specifications
Cylinderbore size
Seals and grease are changed to heat resistant materials for usein high temperature ambient conditions up to 100°C.
Specifications
Type
Cylinder bore size mm
Action
Fluid
Material
Heat resistant type
16, 20, 25, 32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125
Double acting
Air
Seals, gaskets — Fluoro rubber
Note 1) Not available with auto switches.Note 2) Dimensions are the same as the standard type.Note 3) Select fluoro rubber (F) or silicon rubber (Si) for the dust cover material.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
Series MHS
Order Made Specifications
66

Model Selection Example
MHS2-32D External gripping forceWork piece weight: 0.4kg
Gripping point: 20mm
Operating pressure: 0.4MPa
Confirmation of conditions Calculation of required gripping force Model selection from gripping force graph
Example
Gripping method:External gripping
Selection procedure
Confirmation of gripping force
Confirm gripping force Confirm gripping pointStep 1 Step 2
Step 1
Number of fingers: 2
Note) For , refer to the gripping point for the effective gripping force of each model.Step 2
10 20 30 40 50
Gripping point L mm
120
9092
60
30
0
Grip
ping
forc
e N
150 Pressure 0.6MPa
0.5MPa
0.4MPa
0.3MPa
0.2MPa
0.1MPa
Model selection criteria with respect to work piece weight
• Selecting the MHS2-32D.A gripping force of 92N is obtained from the intersection point of the gripping point distance L=20mm and a pressure of 0.4MPa.
• The gripping force is 23 times greater than the work piece weight, and therefore satisfies a gripping force setting value of 20 times or more.
Model selection criteria with respect to work piece weight
Model
MHS2
MHS3
MHSJ3
MHSH3
MHSL3
MHS4
Multiples of gripping force by work piece weight
10 to 20 times or more
7 to 13 times or more
5 to 10 times or more
• Although differences will exist depending on the coefficient of friction between attachments and work pieces, select a model which will provide a gripping force as shown in the table below.(Note 1) Refer to the model selection illustration regardingmultiples of the work piece weight.
• Furthermore, in cases with high acceleration or impact, etc.,it is necessary to allow an even greater margin of safety.Example: When it is desired to set the gripping force at 20 times or more of the work piece weight.Required gripping force = 0.4kg x 20 x 9.8m/s²: Approx. 78.4N or more
Series MHS
Model Selection
67

Model Selection Illustration
Multiples of gripping force by work piece weight
Number of fingers: When n = 2 • SMC performs calculations allowing for impacts which occur during normal
transfer, etc., using a safety margin of a = 4.
When µ = 0.2 When µ = 0.1
mgF = ———— x 4 2 x 0.2
= 10 x mg
10 x work piece weight 20 x work piece weight
When gripping a work piece as in the drawing to the left, and with the following definitions,n: Number of fingersF: Gripping force (N)µ: Coefficient of friction between attachments and work piecem: Work piece mass (kg)g: Gravitational acceleration (= 9.8m/s²)
mg: Work piece weight (N)
the conditions under which the work piece will not drop are
n x µF > mg
and therefore,
mgF > ———— n x µ
With "a" as the safety margin, F is determined as follows:
a x mgF = ———— n x µ
F F
µ x F µ x F
m x g
(Note) • Even in cases where the coefficient of friction is greater than µ = 0.2, for safety reasons, SMC recommends selecting a gripping force which is at least 10 to 20 times the work piece weight.
• It is necessary to allow a greater safety margin for high accelerations and strong impacts, etc.
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es
mgF = ———— x 4 2 x 0.1
= 20 x mg
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Model Selection Series MHS

69
Series MHS
Safety Instructions
Note 1) ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power -- Recommendations for the application of equipment to transmission and control systems
Note 2) JIS B 8370: General Rules for Pneumatic Equipment
Warning
Caution : Operator error could result in injury or equipment damage.
Warning : Operator error could result in serious injury or loss of life.
Danger : In extreme conditions, there is a possible result of serious injury or loss of life.
These safety instructions are intended to prevent a hazardous situation and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard by a label of "Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". To ensure safety, be sure to observe ISO 4414 Note 1), JIS B 8370 Note 2) and other safety practices.
1. The compatibility of pneumatic equipment is the responsibility of the person who designs the pneumatic system or decides its specifications.Since the products specified here are used in various operating conditions, their compatibility for the specific pneumatic system must be based on specifications or after analysis and/or tests to meet your specific requirements.
2. Only trained personnel should operate pneumatically operated machinery and equipment.Compressed air can be dangerous if an operator is unfamiliar with it. Assembly, handling or repair of pneumatic systems should be performed by trained and experienced operators.
3. Do not service machinery/equipment or attempt to remove components until safety is confirmed.
1. Inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after confirmation of safe locked-out control positions.
2. When equipment is to be removed, confirm the safety process as mentioned above. Cut the supply pressure for this equipment and exhaust all residual compressed air in the system.
3. Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent shooting-out of cylinder piston rod, etc. (Bleed air into the system gradually to create back pressure.)
4. Contact SMC if the product is to be used in any of the following conditions:1. Conditions and environments beyond the given specifications, or if product is used outdoors.2. Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railway, air navigation, vehicles, medical
equipment, food and beverages, recreation equipment, emergency stop circuits, press applications, or safety equipment.
3. An application which has the possibility of having negative effects on people, property, or animals, requiring special safety analysis.

1. Keep the holding point with-in the limits of the specified gripping range.When the gripping point distance becomes large, the finger attachments apply an excessively large load to the cross roller section, causing excessive play of the fingers and possibly leading to premature failure. Refer to the graph of the specified gripping distance range for each series.
2. Design attachments to be as light and short as possible.1. Long and heavy attachments in-
crease the inertial force when open-ing and closing the fingers. This may cause unsteady movement of the fin-gers and have an adverse effect on product life.
2. Even with the gripping point within the limits of the range, make the at-tachment as light and short as pos-sible.
3. Select a larger size gripper or use multiple grippers for handling long and large work pieces.
3. Provide run off space in the attachments when using for small or thin work pieces.If run off space is not provided, gripping becomes unstable, and it may fail to grip or the position may slip, etc.
4. Select a model which has sufficient gripping force for the work piece weight.Incorrect selection may lead to drop-ping of work pieces, etc. Refer to the model selection criteria for each series pertaining to effective gripping force and work piece weight.
5. Do not use in applications where excessive external force or impact force will be applied to the gripper.This may cause malfunction. Contact SMC for further information.
6. Select a model having a suf-ficient finger opening width for the work piece.
< In case of insufficient width >1. Gripping becomes unstable due to
variations in opening width or work piece diameter.
2. Causes detection failure when using an auto switch. Ensure a stroke suffi-cient to allow for hysteresis, after re-ferring to the information on auto switch hysteresis for each series.
L
Gripping point
L
Gripping point
L
Needle shapedwork piece
Run off space
Model
16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
80D
100D
125D
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M10 x 1.5
Maximum torqueN⋅m
0.59
1.4
2.8
4.8
12
24
Attachmentfemale mounting thread
MHS-
MHSJ3-
MHSH3-
MHSL3-
Gripping point
L is too longL is appropriate
Thin platework piece
Run off space
1. When moving work pieces pose a danger to personnel, or there is a danger of fin-gers being caught in a grip-per, etc., implement safety measures such as mounting of protective covers.
2. If circuit pressure drops due to a power failure or trouble with the air supply, etc., there is a danger of work pieces dropping because of reduced gripping force. Im-plement drop prevention measures to avoid human injury and damage to ma-chinery.
Precautions on Design
Warning1. Do not scratch or gouge the
gripper by dropping or bumping it when mounting.Even a slight deformation can cause in-accuracy or malfunction.
2. Tighten screws within the specified torque range when mounting the attachments.Tightening with a higher torque than specified may cause malfunction, while tightening with a lower torque may allow slipping of the gripping position or drop-ping of work pieces, etc.
Selection Mounting
Selection
Warning
WarningWarning
Mounting attachments to the fingers
Mount attachments by inserting bolts, etc.,into the female mounting threads on the fingers and tightening with the torque shown in the table below.
Series MHSAir Gripper Precautions 1Be sure to read before handling.
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Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es

Warning
Model
MHSH3-32DA, B
-40DA, B
-50DA, B
-63DA, B
-80DA, B
Maximum torqueN⋅m
0.6
2.8
4.8
12
24
Max. screw depthmm
6
10
12
16
20
Mounting
Bolt
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
Maximum torque N⋅m
2.1
2.1
2.1
4.3
7.3
7.3
7.3
Max. screw depthl (mm)
8
8
8
10
12
12
12
Model
MHS2- 16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M10 x 1.5
Maximum torque N⋅m
0.88
0.88
1.6
1.6
4.3
4.3
7.3
7.3
18
36
Max. screw depthl (mm)
6
6
6
6
10
10
12
12
16
20
Model
MHS3- 16D
MHSL3- 20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
80D
100D
125D
Series MHS3, MHSL3
Bolt
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
Maximum torque N⋅m
2.1
2.1
2.1
4.3
7.3
7.3
7.3
Max. screw depthl (mm)
8
8
8
10
12
12
12
Model
MHS4- 16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
Series MHS4
l
Attachment design
Attachment
Limit to the finger width and position laterally.
Finger
Insert a pin, etc., into the groove in the finger (H9 tolerance), and position in the stroke direction.
Counter boreopening
Work piecegripping surface
In cases of small diameter work pieces, etc., where there is inter-ference between the work piece gripping surface and the bolt po-sition, provide a counter bore in the work piece gripping surface to accomodate the head of the bolt, as shown in the drawing to the left.
3. Fasten the push plate and other parts securely to the push rod at a torque within the limiting range.Insufficient tightening can cause slippage or dropping, etc.
Mounting of push plate, etc., onto push rod
Mount a push plate or other parts to the fe-male mounting threads of the push rod us-ing a bolt, etc., and tighten at the appro-priate torque shown in the table below.
Female threads formounting push plate
Series MHSH3 (with center pusher)
Remove RemoveFinger
Finger
Dust cover
Return
Dust cover sectional view
Slot
4. When installing or removing the product's dust cover, use the procedure shown in the drawing below.
Installation and removal of dust cover
<Removal>1. Squeeze the sections of the dust cover
and remove the dust cover return from the circumference of the guide.
2. When the dust cover return has been removed from the circumference of the guide, pull it in the direction of the arrows while holding the sections and remove it from the slots in the fingers.
3. When the dust cover is removed from the slots in the fingers, pull it in the direction of the arrows and remove it from the product.
<Mounting>1. Reversing the removal procedure,
install the dust cover in the slots in the fingers.
2. Install the dust cover return onto the entire circumference of the guide.Note) Be careful not to tear the dust
cover when installing or removing it.
5. When mounting an air grip-per, tighten screws properly at a torque value within the limits of the specified range.Tightening at a torque above the limits of the range can cause malfunction, while tightening at a lower torque can cause slipping or dropping of work pieces, etc.
Mounting of air gripper
Using tapped holes
Series MHS2
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M10 x 1.5
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Mounting
Mounting of air gripper
Bolt
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
Max. torqueN⋅m
Max. screw depth l (mm)Model
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
Series MHSJ3, MHSH3
-16D
-20D
-25D
-32D
-40D
-50D
-63D
-80D
Bolt
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M8 x 1.25
Max. torqueN⋅m
3.2
3.2
7.3
18
18
Max. screw depth l (mm)
10
10
12
16
16
Model
MHSH3-32DAMHSH3-32DB
MHSH3-40DAMHSH3-40DB
MHSH3-50DAMHSH3-50DB
MHSH3-63DAMHSH3-63DB
MHSH3-80DAMHSH3-80DB
Series MHSH (center pusher)
Using through holesUsing tapped holes
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
Maximum torqueN⋅m
0.88
0.88
0.88
2.1
4.3
4.3
4.3
MHS2-16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
Series MHS2
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
M8 x 1.25
M10 x 1.5
Maximum torqueN⋅m Model
MHS3-16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
80D
100D
125D
Series MHS3, MHSL3
Maximum torqueN⋅m Model
MHS4-16D
20D
25D
32D
40D
50D
63D
Series MHS4
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
Maximum torqueN⋅mModel
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
MHSJ3 MHSH3
Series MHSJ3, MHSH3
-16D
-20D
-25D
-32D
-40D
-50D
-63D
-80D
Bolt
M4 x 0.7
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M6 x 1
M6 x 1
Maximum torqueN⋅m
2.1
2.1
4.3
7.3
7.3
Model
MHSH3-32DAMHSH3-32DB
MHSH3-40DAMHSH3-40DB
MHSH3-50DAMHSH3-50DB
MHSH3-63DAMHSH3-63DB
MHSH3-80DAMHSH3-80DB
Series MHSH (center pusher)
Note) When using the through holes to mount models MHSJ3 and MHSHJ3, first remove the dust cover from the product, and after screwing it into place, reinstall the dust cover. Refer to page 71 for installation and removal of the dust cover.
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Model
8
8
8
8
10
8
10
10
12
12
16
12
16
2.1
2.1
2.1
2.1
3.2
2.1
3.2
3.2
7.3
7.3
18
7.3
18
0.88
0.88
0.88
2.1
4.3
4.3
4.3
Bolt
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M3 x 0.5
M4 x 0.7
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
M5 x 0.8
0.88
0.88
2.1
2.1
4.3
4.3
7.3
7.3
18
36
MHSL3-
0.88
0.88
0.88
2.1
2.1
4.3
7.3
7.3
Series MHSAir Gripper Precautions 3Be sure to read before handling.
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Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es

1. Avoid twisting the fingers when mounting the attach-ments.This may cause malfunction and loss of accuracy.
2. Be sure that external forces are not applied to the fin-gers.Fingers may be damaged by continual lateral or impact loads. Provide clearance to prevent the work piece or attachments from striking against any-thing at the stroke end.
Caution
Mounting
Impact load
Cle
aran
ce
Impact load
Turning over
2. Stroke end with air gripper moving
3. When turning over
Impact load
3. Perform thorough alignment and assure that excessive force is not applied to the fingers during the work piece gripping operation.Particularly when performing a trial run, operation should be done manually or with low cylinder pressure and speed, while confirming that there is no impact or other unsafe conditions.
4. Adjust with a device such as a speed controller so that the finger closing speed and push rod exten-sion/retraction are no faster than necessary.If the finger closing speed and the push rod extension/retraction speed are greater than necessary, impact forces acting on the fingers and other parts will increase. This will cause a danger of poor work piece gripping re-peatability and an adverse effect on service life.Applicable speed controllersAir gripper directcoupling type: AS1200, M3, M5 AS2200-01, etc.In-line type: AS1000 Series AS1001F, AS2051F, etc.
1. Preparation before pipingBefore piping is connected, it should be thoroughly blown out with air (flushing) or washed to remove chips, cutting oil and other debris from inside the pipe.
2. Wrapping of pipe tapeWhen screwing together pipes and fit-tings, etc., be certain that chips from the pipe threads and sealing material do not get inside the product.Also, when pipe tape is used, leave 1.5 to 2 thread ridges exposed at the end of the threads.
Piping
Caution
1. Do not operate in locations having an atmosphere of cor-rosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water, water vapor, or where contact with any of these may occur.
2. Provide shading in locations which receive direct sunlight.
3. Do not use in locations where vibration or impact occurs.
4. Do not use in locations where radiated heat will be received from nearby heat sources.
5. Attach a cover or other pro-tection in locations where there will be exposure to dust or cutting oil.
6. Contact SMC before using in an environment where ad-verse effects appear particu-larly likely.
Operating Environment
Warning
1. The non-lube type air grip-per is lubricated at the fac-tory, and can be used with-out any further lubrication.In the event that lubrication will be ap-plied, use Class 1 turbine oil (without additives) ISO VG32. Furthermore, once lubrication is applied, it must be continued.If lubrication is later stopped, malfunc-tion can occur due to loss of the original lubricant.
CautionLubrication
Impact load
Maintenance
Warning1. Do not allow people to enter
or place objects into the car-rying path of the air gripper.This can cause injury or accidents, etc.
2. Do not put hands, etc., in between the air gripper fin-gers or attachments.This can cause injury or accidents, etc.
3. When removing the air grip-per, first confirm that no work pieces are being held and then release the com-pressed air before removing the air gripper.If a work piece is still being held, there is a danger of it being dropped.
1. Stroke end with fingers open
Clearance Clearance
Without clearanceWith clearance
Without clearanceWith clearance
Cle
aran
ceC
lear
ance
Aligned Not aligned
Series MHSAir Gripper Precautions 4Be sure to read before handling.
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Series MHSAuto Switch Precautions 1Be sure to read before handling.
1. Confirm the specifications.Read the specifications carefully anduse this product appropriately. Theproduct may be damaged or malfunctionif it is used outside the range of specifi-cations for load current, voltage, tem-perature or impact.
2. Take precautions whenmultiple air grippers areused close together.When multiple auto switch air grippersare used in close proximity, magneticfield interference may cause the switch-es to malfunction. Maintain a minimumair gripper separation of 40mm. (Whenthe allowable separation is indicated foreach air gripper series, use the specifiedvalue.)
3. Pay attention to the lengthof time that a switch is ONat an intermediate strokeposition.When an auto switch is placed at anintermediate position of the stroke and aload is driven at the time the pistonpasses, the auto switch will operate, butif the speed is too great the operatingtime will be shortened and the load maynot operate properly. The maximumdetectable piston speed is:
4. Keep wiring as short aspossible.<Solid state switch>Although wire length should not affectswitch function, use a wire 100m orshorter.
5. Take precautions for the in-ternal voltage drop of theswitch.<Solid state switch>Generally, the internal voltage drop willbe greater with a 2 wire solid state autoswitch than with a reed switch.
• Take note that there will be a large volt-age drop if auto switches are connectedin series as shown below. (Refer to inter-nal voltage drop in the auto switch spec-ifications.)
[The voltage drop will be "n" times larg-er when "n" auto switches are connect-ed.]
Design and Selection Mounting & Adjustment
• In the same way, when operating at orbelow a specified voltage, although anauto switch may operate normally, theload may not operate. Therefore, theformula below should be satisfied afterconfirming the minimum operatingvoltage of the load.
Also, note that a 12VDC relay is not ap-plicable.
6. Pay attention to leakagecurrent.<Solid state switch>With a 2 wire solid state auto switch,current (leakage current) flows to theload to operate the internal circuit evenwhen in the OFF state.
If the criteria given in the above formulaare not met, it will not reset correctly(stays ON). Use a 3 wire switch if thisspecification will not be satisfied.
Moreover, leakage current flow to theload will be "n" times larger when "n"auto switches are connected in parallel.
7. Do not use a load that gen-erates surge voltage.<Solid state switch>Although a zener diode for surge protec-tion is connected at the output side of asolid state auto switch, damage may stilloccur if the surge is applied repeatedly.When a load, such as a relay or sole-noid, which generates surge is directlydriven, use a type of switch having abuilt-in surge absorbing element.
8. Cautions for use in aninterlock circuit.When an auto switch is used for an inter-lock signal requiring high reliability,devise a double interlock system toavoid trouble by providing a mechanicalprotection function, or by also usinganother switch (sensor) together withthe auto switch. Also perform periodicmaintenance and confirm proper opera-tion.
9. Ensure sufficient clearancefor maintenance activities.When designing an application, be sureto allow sufficient clearance for mainte-nance and inspections.
1. Do not drop or bump.Do not drop, bump or apply excessiveimpacts (1000m/s² or more for solidstate switches) while handling.
Although the body of the switch may notbe damaged, the inside of the switchcould be damaged and cause a mal-function.
2. Do not carry a cylinder bythe auto switch lead wires.Never carry a cylinder by its lead wires.This may not only cause broken leadwires, but it may cause internal ele-ments of the switch to be damaged bythe stress.
3. Mount switches using theproper tightening torque.When a switch is tightened beyond therange of tightening torque, the mountingscrews, mounting bracket or switch maybe damaged. On the other hand, tight-ening below the range of tighteningtorque may allow the switch to slip out ofposition. (Refer to pages 59 through 65regarding switch mounting, movementand tightening torque, etc.)
1. Avoid repeatedly bendingor stretching lead wires.Broken wires will result from applyingrepeated bending stress or stretchingforce to the lead wires.
2. Be sure to connect the loadbefore power is applied.<2 wire type>If the power is turned ON when an autoswitch is not connected to a load, theswitch will be instantly damagedbecause of excess current.
3. Confirm proper insulationof wiring.Be certain that there is no faulty wiringinsulation (contact with other circuits,ground fault, improper insulationbetween terminals, etc.). Damage mayoccur due to excess current flow into aswitch.
4. Do not run wiring nearpower lines or high voltagelines.Wire separately from power lines or highvoltage lines, avoiding parallel wiring orwiring in the same conduit with theselines. Control circuits containing autoswitches may malfunction due to noisefrom these other lines.
Wiring
Auto switch operating range (mm)
Load operating time (ms)x 1000
Internal voltagedrop of switch
Minimum operatingvoltage of load
Supply voltage – >
Operating current of load(OFF condition)
> Leakage current
Warning Warning
Warning
Even though an auto switch operatesnormally, the load may not operate.
Load
V(mm/s) =
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es

Series MHSAuto Switch Precautions 2Be sure to read before handling.
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Old New
Old New
Old New
Old New
∗ Lead wire color changesLead wire colors of SMC switches havebeen changed in order to meet NECAStandard 0402 for production beginningSeptember, 1996 and thereafter. Pleaserefer to the tables provided.
Special care should be taken regardingwire polarity during the time that the oldcolors still coexist with the new colors.
Operating EnvironmentWiring
5. Do not allow short circuit ofloads.<Solid state switch>
Models D-F9(V), F9W(V) and allmodels of PNP output type switches donot have built-in short circuit protectioncircuits. If loads are short circuited, theswitches will be instantly damaged.Take special care to avoid reverse wiringwith the power supply line (brown) andthe output line (black) on 3 wire typeswitches.
6. Avoid incorrect wiring.<Solid state switch>
1) If connections are reversed on a 2 wiretype switch, the switch will not be dam-aged if protected by a protection circuit,but the switch will always stay in an ONstate. However, it is still necessary toavoid reversed connections, since theswitch could be damaged by a loadshort circuit in this condition.
2) If connections are reversed (power sup-ply line + and power supply line –) on a3 wire type switch, the switch will be pro-tected by a protection circuit. However, ifthe power supply line (+) is connected tothe blue wire and the power supply line(–) is connected to the black wire, theswitch will be damaged.
1. Never use in an atmos-phere of explosive gases.The structure of auto switches is notintended to prevent explosion. Neveruse in an atmosphere with an explosivegas since this may cause a seriousexplosion.
2. Do not use in an area wherea magnetic field is generat-ed.Auto switches will malfunction or mag-nets inside air grippers will become de-magnetized.
3. Do not use in an environ-ment where the auto switchwill be continually exposedto water.Although switches, except for a fewmodels, conform to IEC standard IP67construction (JIS C 0920: watertightconstruction), avoid using switches inapplications where continually exposedto water splash or spray. Poor insulationor swelling of the potting resin insideswitches may cause malfunction.
4. Do not use in an environ-ment with oil or chemicals.Consult SMC if auto switches will beused in an environment with coolant,cleaning solvent, various oils or chemi-cals. If auto switches are used underthese conditions for even a short time,they may be adversely affected byimproper insulation, malfunction due toswelling of the potting resin, or harden-ing of the lead wires.
5. Do not use in an environ-ment with temperaturecycles.Consult SMC if switches are used wherethere are temperature cycles other thannormal air temperature changes, as theymay be adversely affected internally.
2 wire
Output (+)Output (–)
RedBlack
BrownBlue
Solid state with diagnostic output
Power supply (+)Power supply GNDOutputDiagnostic output
RedBlackWhiteYellow
BrownBlueBlack
Orange
3 wire
Power supply (+)Power supply GND Output
RedBlackWhite
BrownBlueBlack
Solid state with latch type diagnostic output
Power supply (+)
Power supply GND
Output
Latch type diagnosticoutput
Red
Black
White
Brown
Blue
Black
Wiring
Warning Warning Warning
Yellow Orange

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Other
1. Consult SMC concerningwater resistance, elasticityof lead wires, and usage atwelding sites, etc.
Warning
6. Do not use in locationswhere surge is generated.<Solid state switch>
When there are units (solenoid type lifter,high frequency induction furnace, motor,etc.) which generate a large amount ofsurge in the area around air grippers withsolid state auto switches, this may causedeterioration or damage to the switches.Avoid sources of surge generation anddisorganized lines.
7. Avoid accumulation of irondebris or close contact withmagnetic substances.When a large amount of ferrous debrissuch as machining chips or spatter isaccumulated, or a magnetic substance(something attracted by a magnet) isbrought into close proximity with an autoswitch air gripper, it may cause the autoswitch to malfunction due to a loss ofthe magnetic force inside the air gripper.
Maintenance
1. Perform the following main-tenance periodically inorder to prevent possibledanger due to unexpectedauto switch malfunction.
1) Securely tighten switch mountingscrews.If screws become loose or the mountingposition is dislocated, retighten themafter readjusting the mounting position.
2) Confirm that there is no damage to leadwires.
To prevent faulty insulation, replaceswitches or repair lead wires, etc., ifdamage is discovered.
3) Confirm lighting of the green light on 2color indication type switches.
Confirm that the green LED is on whenstopped at the established position. Ifthe red LED is on, the mounting positionis not appropriate. Readjust the mount-ing position so that the green LED lightsup.
Warning
Operating Environment
Warning
Precau
tion
sM
od
el selection
2 fing
er MH
S2
3 fing
er MH
S3
With
du
st cover
MH
SJ3
Th
rou
gh
ho
leM
HS
H3
Lo
ng
stroke
MH
SL
3 4 fin
ger M
HS
4A
uto
switch
es

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