SMC MHZ2-6D1 Compact Parallel Pneumatic Air Gripper

SMC MHZ2-6D1 is a compact parallel‑style pneumatic gripper with a 6 mm bore and a 4 mm stroke, engineered to operate within a 0.3–0.7 MPa supply range for small‑part handling. This two‑finger, parallel gripper belongs to SMC's MHZ2 standard family, designed to grip lightweight parts with repeatable, straight‑line motion in tight automation cells. The MHZ2 series spans bore sizes from 6 to 40 mm and offers both double‑acting and single‑acting configurations, with normally open or normally closed options available for the single‑acting units. Some MHZ2 variants include auto switch capability and a rigid guide rail to maintain precise alignment during rapid cycles. The 6D1’s compact footprint makes it well suited for pick‑and‑place, assembly, and fixture loading tasks in electronics, small‑parts handling, and other applications where space is at a premium. Use cases include gripping small components, supporting test fixtures, and integrating with compact robotic end‑effectors that require reliable, parallel gripping at a 6 mm bore.