AirTAC HFD Series Compact Air Gripper
Compact Pneumatic Air Gripper
The AirTAC HFD Series Compact Air Gripper is a compact double-acting pneumatic gripper designed for automation applications where installation space is limited.
Its double-piston structure provides strong gripping force, while the double-track guide design improves load capacity and resistance to bending moments. Compared with conventional parallel jaw grippers of similar gripping force, the HFD Series reduces overall height by approximately 50%, helping save valuable machine space.
Available in bore sizes from 8 mm to 25 mm, the HFD Series is suitable for automated handling, positioning, assembly, pick-and-place and industrial gripping applications.
HFD Series
Available Models
Compact double-acting pneumatic air gripper featuring a double-piston structure and double-track guide design for strong gripping force, high rigidity and space-saving installation.
| Series | HFD Series |
| Available Models | HFD8, HFD12, HFD16, HFD20, HFD25 |
| Acting Type | Double acting |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40μm filter element) |
| Operating Pressure | 0.15–0.7 MPa (depending on bore size) |
| Proof Pressure | 1.2 MPa (175 psi) |
| Temperature Range | -20°C to 70°C |
| Lubrication | Not required |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
| Max. Frequency | 60 c.p.m. (longer stroke) / 120 c.p.m. (middle and short stroke) |
| Sensor Switches | CMSH, DMSH, EMSH |
| Port Size | M3×0.5 / M5×0.8 depending on bore size |
Double-track guide design increases load capacity and improves resistance to bending moments.
Double piston structure provides increased gripping force.
Compact body design reduces overall height by approximately 50% compared with parallel jaw products of similar gripping force.
Positioning hole improves installation precision and consistency during repeated mounting and dismounting.
Jaw rails are made of stainless steel for high rigidity and corrosion resistance.
Four-side mounting design provides flexible installation with a high degree of freedom.
Magnetic switch slots allow convenient installation of compatible sensors.
Available in five bore sizes: 8, 12, 16, 20 and 25 mm.
The AirTAC HFD Series is suitable for:
- Pick-and-place automation
- Component handling
- Automated assembly equipment
- Parts positioning
- Loading and unloading systems
- Packaging machinery
- Robotic handling systems
- Industrial automation equipment
The AirTAC HFD Series uses a double-piston structure to provide strong and stable gripping force while maintaining a compact overall design.
At an operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, the effective gripping force ranges from 19 N to 210 N, depending on bore size. The HFD Series is available with multiple stroke options from 8 mm to 80 mm, providing flexibility for different workpiece sizes and gripping requirements.
The double-track guide design improves load capacity and resistance to bending moments, while maintaining accurate and stable jaw movement for reliable workpiece handling.
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