SFC AIR GRIPPER CLAMPING FORCE CALCULATOR
ISO-based Clamping Force & Overhang Moment Engineering Audit
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Operating Parameters
Set 0 for static
Typical 2-4, high impact 4-6
Distance from mounting face to gripping point
Parameters valid. Friction-fit force evaluated.
Gripping point L = 40 mm (within limit ≤ 60 mm)
Moment Safe
Required Single-Finger Force
Recommended
148.6 N/Finger
Min. catalogue rating (with 20% margin): ≥ 178.3 N
Total Dynamic Load
29.7 N
Total Grip Req.
297.2 N
Gripping Method
Friction (2-Jaw)
Bending Moment
5.9 N·m
Recommended Bore Series: MHF2-16D / MHZ2-25D
Pressure: 0.5 MPa
Gripper Series Sizing Reference
| Series Type | Suggested Bore | Max Clamping Force | Max L Value | Application Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Parallel (MHZ2) | MHZ2-25D | Up to 193 N | 60 mm | General pick-and-place |
| 🌟 Flat / Low-Profile (MHF2) | MHF2-16D | Up to 223 N | 100 mm (High Moment) | Long fingers & space-constrained |
| 3-Jaw Centering (MHS3) | MHS3 Alternative | Up to 268 N | 80 mm | Cylindrical workpieces |
SFC PNEUMATICS
Air Gripper Clamping Force & Overhang Moment Audit Report
Date:
Status: Verified
1. Operating Parameters
| Mass (m): | kg | Accel. (a): | m/s² |
| Safety (S): | Jaws (n): | ||
| Method: | Friction μ / V-angle: | ||
| Point L: | mm | Bending Moment: | N·m |
2. Calculation Results
| Total Dynamic Load: | N | Total Grip Requirement: | N |
| Required Single-Finger Force (FG): | Min. Catalogue Spec (1.2×): | ||
| Recommended Model: | |||
3. Diagnostic & Overhang Status
Applied Formula:
Overhang Status:
Warnings:
4. Gripper Series Sizing Reference
| Series | Bore | Max Force | Max L | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (MHZ2) | MHZ2-25D | Up to 193 N | 60 mm | General |
| Flat (MHF2) | MHF2-16D | Up to 223 N | 100 mm | Long fingers |
| 3-Jaw (MHS3) | MHS3 Alt | Up to 268 N | 80 mm | Round |
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Disclaimer: Theoretical calculation – validate with physical testing.
