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SMC Networks MHZ2-10 Series Operation Manual

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Doc. no. MH*-OMD0047-A
PRODUCT NAME
Parallel Type Air Gripper
MODEL / Series / Product Number
MHZ2-10*
MHZ2-16*
MHZ2-20*
MHZ2-25*
MHZ2-32*
MHZ2-40*

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  • Page 1 Doc. no. MH*-OMD0047-A PRODUCT NAME Parallel Type Air Gripper MODEL / Series / Product Number MHZ2-10* MHZ2-16* MHZ2-20* MHZ2-25* MHZ2-32* MHZ2-40*...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions 1. Product Specifications 1-1. Specifications 2. Operating method or operation 2-1. Design 2-2. Selection 2-3. Installation 2-4. Air supply 2-5. Piping 2-6. Operating environment 2-7. Lubrication 3. Maintenance 3-1. Precautions 3-2. Disassembly drawing 3-3. Finger assembly set replacement procedure 3-4.
  • Page 3 Parallel Type Air Gripper Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.” They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
  • Page 4 Parallel Type Air Gripper Safety Instructions Caution The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    1. Specifications 1-1 Specifications Specifications Model MHZ2-10□ MHZ2-16□ MHZ2-20□ MHZ2-25□ MHZ2-32□ MHZ2-40□ Cylinder inside diameter (mm) Fluid Double acting: D 0.2 to 0.7 0.1 to 0.7 Operating Normally pressure open: S Single 0.35 to 0.7 0.25 to 0.7 (Mpa) acting Normally closed: C −10 to 60...

  • Page 6: Operating Method Or Operation

    2. Operating method or operation 2-1. Design precautions ！ Warning 1. The product is designed for use only in compressed air systems. Do not operate at pressures or temperatures, etc., beyond the range of specifications, as this can cause damage or malfunction. (Refer to the specifications.) Please contact SMC if using for fluids other than compressed air.
  • Page 7 3. Provide a run off space in the attachment when using with a small or thin workpiece. If a run off space is not provided within the finger part, gripping becomes unsteady, and it may lead to gripping failure or slippage. Runoff space Runoff space Needle shaped workpiece...
  • Page 8 2-3. Mounting ！ Warning 1. Install and operate the product only after reading the Operation Manual carefully and understanding its contents. Also, keep the manual where it can be referred to as necessary. 2. Allow sufficient space for maintenance and inspection. 3.
  • Page 9 Mounting Gripper Axial mounting （Body tapped） Max. thread Hole diameter Hole depth Max. tightening Model Screw depth torque (N･m) (mm) (mm) (L mm) +0.043 0.88 MHZ2-10 M3 x 0.5 ø11H9 +0.043 MHZ2-16 M4×0.7 ø17H9 +0.052 ø21H9 MHZ2-20 M5 x 0.8 +0.052 MHZ2-25 M6×1...
  • Page 10 ！ Caution 1. Avoid twisting the gripper when mounting an attachment. Any damage to the gripper may cause malfunction and reduce the accuracy. 2. Avoid external force to fingers. Fingers may be damaged by a continual lateral or impact load. Provide clearance to prevent the workpiece or the attachment from striking against any object at the stroke end.
  • Page 11 3. Adjust the gripping point so that an excessive force will not be applied to the fingers when inserting a workpiece. Confirm that the gripper can operate without receiving any shock by testing it in manual operation mode or by low speed operation. Impact load Not good: Not aligned Good: Aligned...

  • Page 12: Air Supply

    2-4. Air supply ！ Warning 1. Please consult with SMC when using the product in applications other than compressed air. 2. Compressed air containing a large amount of condensate can cause malfunction of pneumatic equipment. An air dryer or water droplet separator should be installed upstream from filters.

  • Page 13: Operating Environment

    2-6. Operating environment ！ Warning 1. Do not use in an environment where corrosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water or steam are present. Refer to the construction drawings regarding the air chuck materials. 2. Do not use in direct sunlight. 3.

  • Page 14: Disassembly Drawing

    Hexagon wrench Tightening torque 3-2. Disassembly drawing (Nominal) (N･m) ø10 to 25 ø10 0.27 ø16 0.54 ø20 0.95 Guide bolt ø25 2.25 Finger Seal kit assembly (Cap Gasket is included only for single acting normally open type and end boss types) Gasket Rod seal Piston seal...
  • Page 15 ø32,40 Finger Guide bolt assembly Hexagon Tightening wrench torque (Nominal) (N･m) Parallel pins ø32 1.37 ø40 2.84 Lever Hexagon socket head set screw Lever shaft Hexagon Tightening wrench torque (Nominal) (N･m) ø32 1.37 ø40 2.84 NC spring (Single acting normally close only) Seal kit Rod seal...

  • Page 16: Finger Assembly Set Replacement Procedure

    3-3. Finger assembly set replacement procedure Ø10 to 25 (1) Direction of the body of the drawing below is recommended for mounting the finger assembly to the body. Guide reference mark Body air supply port Note) The old model has two positioning pins at the joint of the body and guide. These pins are not necessary.

  • Page 17: Seal Replacement Procedure

    3-4. Seal replacement procedure Ø10 to 25 (1) Loosen the guide bolts and remove the finger assembly. (2) Open the lever and have the rod cover come out of the body end surface. Lever Rod cover (3) Push the protrusions of the rod cover to have the rod cover pop out. Protrusions (4) Remove the lever shaft and lever.
  • Page 18 ø32, 40 1. Remove the retaining ring using the special tool and remove the cap. Type C retaining ring 2. Loosen the guide bolts and remove the guide. Hexagon wrench size Guide Nominal Guide bolt ø32 Hexagon ø40 wrench 3. Loosen the guide bolts, and pull out the lever shaft to move the lever. Hexagon wrench size Lever shaft Nominal...

  • Page 19: Construction / Parts List, Seal List

    3-5. Construction / Parts list, seal list Ø10 to 25 Double acting/ With Fingers open Single acting / Normal open 18 17 16 10 Single acting / Normal closed Double acting / With Fingers closed Components Description Material Remarks Description Material Remarks High carbon chrome...
  • Page 20 ø32, 40 Double acting / With Fingers open Single acting / Normal open Single acting / Normal closed Double acting / With Fingers closed Components Description Material Remarks Description Material Remarks 1 Body Aluminum alloy Hard anodized 12 Needle roller High carbon chromium Heat treated bearing steel...
  • Page 21 Revision history 4-14-1, Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021 JAPAN Tel: + 81 3 5207 8249 Fax: +81 3 5298 5362 https://www.smcworld.com Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice and any obligation on the part of the manufacturer. © 2019 SMC Corporation All Rights Reserved...

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