AirTAC HFD Slim Air Gripper, Ø8 to Ø25 Bore, 8-80 mm Stroke
Every listed AirTAC HFD gripper on one page: 14 order codes in 5 bore sizes, 8 to 80 mm stroke, from $183.75. Pick the bore and stroke to see the exact order code and price.
This combination is not a stock order code. Request a quote and we will confirm availability and price.
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the AirTAC HFD
The AirTAC HFD is a slim, double-acting air gripper: it is about 50% lower than a parallel gripper with the same gripping force, which saves space and reduces the moment from the swinging load. Two pistons drive the jaws through a rack and pinion for twice the output, and two guide rails widen the load span for a better moment (Mr) capacity.
The jaws and rails are stainless steel, rigid and wear resistant. Each bore comes in short, medium and long strokes (Ø25 medium and long). The body mounts from four directions, locating pin holes in the base make remounting accurate, and every version has a magnet with a round sensor groove for CMSH, DMSH or EMSH sensors.
HFD Technical Specifications
| Model | HFD |
|---|---|
| Action | Double acting, twin piston, rack and pinion |
| Ø8 | 19 N per jaw · strokes 8, 15, 30 mm |
| Ø12 | 48 N per jaw · strokes 10, 25, 50 mm |
| Ø16 | 90 N per jaw · strokes 15, 30, 60 mm |
| Ø20 | 141 N per jaw · strokes 20, 40, 80 mm |
| Ø25 | 210 N per jaw · strokes 40, 80 mm |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40 µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.25 – 0.7 MPa (Ø8), 0.2 – 0.7 MPa (Ø12), 0.15 – 0.7 MPa (Ø16-25) |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa (175 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Lubrication | Not required |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
| Max frequency | 120 c.p.m. (short, medium), 60 c.p.m. (long) |
| Port | M3×0.5 (Ø8), M5×0.8 (Ø12-25) |
| Sensors | CMSH / DMSH / EMSH |
Source: AirTAC Products Catalog 2026A (PDF01-P0626/P0627), HFD series specifications, gripping force, weights and ordering code.
How the HFD Order Code Is Built
| HFD | Slim air gripper, double acting |
|---|---|
| 8 / 12 / 16 / 20 / 25 | Bore (mm) |
| ×8 – ×80 | Stroke (mm): short, medium or long per bore |
All AirTAC HFD Order Codes (14)
Each order code links to its own datasheet page. Use Select to load it into the configurator above.
| Order code | Bore | Stroke | Class | Price | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFD8X8 | Ø8 mm | 8 mm | Short stroke | $183.75 | |
| HFD8X15 | Ø8 mm | 15 mm | Medium stroke | $194.71 | |
| HFD8X30 | Ø8 mm | 30 mm | Long stroke | $216.58 | |
| HFD12X10 | Ø12 mm | 10 mm | Short stroke | $210.06 | |
| HFD12X25 | Ø12 mm | 25 mm | Medium stroke | $223.09 | |
| HFD12X50 | Ø12 mm | 50 mm | Long stroke | $242.84 | |
| HFD16X15 | Ø16 mm | 15 mm | Short stroke | $231.93 | |
| HFD16X30 | Ø16 mm | 30 mm | Medium stroke | $247.28 | |
| HFD16X60 | Ø16 mm | 60 mm | Long stroke | $277.73 | |
| HFD20X20 | Ø20 mm | 20 mm | Short stroke | $255.87 | |
| HFD20X40 | Ø20 mm | 40 mm | Medium stroke | $277.73 | |
| HFD20X80 | Ø20 mm | 80 mm | Long stroke | $321.47 | |
| HFD25X40 | Ø25 mm | 40 mm | Medium stroke | $308.44 | |
| HFD25X80 | Ø25 mm | 80 mm | Long stroke | $374.04 |
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Where the HFD Is Used
Large or varied parts
Long jaw strokes grip parts of different sizes on one gripper.
Low-profile tooling
The slim body fits where a parallel gripper is too tall.
Pick and place
Twin rails take the moment of offset parts on fast transfer moves.
Choosing the Right HFD Configuration
Choose the bore by the gripping force per jaw at 0.5 MPa (gripping point 20 mm): Ø8 19 N, Ø12 48 N, Ø16 90 N, Ø20 141 N, Ø25 210 N. The force is the same for every stroke.
Then the stroke to fit the part: Ø8 8, 15, 30 mm; Ø12 10, 25, 50 mm; Ø16 15, 30, 60 mm; Ø20 20, 40, 80 mm; Ø25 40, 80 mm. Long strokes run at up to 60 cycles a minute, short and medium at up to 120.
AirTAC HFD FAQ
Per jaw at 0.5 MPa and a 20 mm gripping point: Ø8 19 N, Ø12 48 N, Ø16 90 N, Ø20 141 N, Ø25 210 N.
HFD8X8 88.8 g; HFD8X15 105.7 g; HFD8X30 153.4 g; HFD12X10 226.7 g; HFD12X25 303.7 g; HFD12X50 441.9 g; HFD16X15 505.3 g; HFD16X30 642.3 g; HFD16X60 946.7 g; HFD20X20 1019.6 g; HFD20X40 1319.1 g; HFD20X80 1983.3 g; HFD25X40 1693.7 g; HFD25X80 2568.9 g.
0.25 to 0.7 MPa on Ø8, 0.2 to 0.7 MPa on Ø12, 0.15 to 0.7 MPa on Ø16-25; proof 1.2 MPa; -20 to +70 °C. No lubrication is needed.
Yes. Every HFD has a magnet and a round sensor groove for CMSH, DMSH or EMSH sensors, ordered separately.
No. You can order a single piece. Orders are processed and handed to the carrier within 3-5 business days.
Buying the HFD from AirtacDistr
Genuine AirTAC parts
Every order code on this page is the AirTAC factory part number. Specifications follow the AirTAC Products Catalog 2026A. About us
Ready in 3-5 business days
That is our time to process the order and hand it to the carrier. No minimum order: a single piece can be ordered.
14-day returns, 1-year warranty
Return within 14 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping. The warranty covers defects not caused by misuse. Return policy
Engineering help
Send your application details and we will confirm the right order code, usually within 7-8 hours. Ask us
Page data checked against the live catalog on 2026-11-12.
Request a Quote for the HFD
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