Top 10 SHS Alternatives

  • Bota Systems Medusa
  • SMARTSHIFT robotics Light Manual Tool Changer
  • Bota Systems LaxONE
  • Bota Systems MiniONE Pro
  • SCHUNK MWS
  • SCHUNK CWS
  • SCHUNK NSR-A
  • SCHUNK SWS-L
  • SCHUNK SWS
  • Schmalz MATCH automatic & manual quick changer ABB Kit - basic IRB1100
  • KOSMEK SXR Manual Robotic Hand Changer
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Bota Systems Medusa
4.7/5 (5)
Product mass 0.11kg

The Medusa FT sensor from Bota Systems is a compact and lightweight force-torque sensor that is ideal for applications that require high sensitivity and precision. This all-in-one sensor has integrated signal processing electronics, a 6 DoF IMU, and temperature sensors, making it one of the smallest and most capable sensors in its class. The Medusa sensor is suitable for a wide range of applications, including the assembly of electronic components, rehabilitation and robotic-assisted surgery, and polishing and sanding in fine mechanics.

The Medusa sensor offers several key features and benefits:

  • Ultra-low noise signal: Provides high precision measurements, even in challenging environments
  • All-in-one design: Integrated electronics and sensors minimize the need for external components
  • Compact and lightweight design: Weighing only 110 grams, it is easy to integrate into a wide range of systems
  • Support for multiple software platforms: Includes software integration for ROS, LabVIEW, and MATLAB, making it highly compatible and easy to integrate
  • 6 DoF IMU: Provides additional measurement capabilities and enhances the overall precision of the sensor
  • Direct force and torque data: Outputs data in N and Nm for accurate and immediate analysis
  • Embedded filtering, resolution, and sampling rate: Customizable for a wide range of applications
  • Power supply range of 7-48 V (5V for Serial/USB): Supports a wide range of operating conditions
  • Overload protection: Protects the sensor from damage in the event of excessive forces or torques
  • Water-resistant and dustproof: Suitable for use in harsh environments
  • CE compatible: Meets international safety standards

The Medusa sensor is compatible with the Meca500, and Bota Systems provides complete installation kits for easy integration. The sensor is also available with EtherCAT communication for additional capabilities.

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SMARTSHIFT robotics Light Manual Tool Changer
No reviews yet.
Payload 16kg | Product mass 0.25kg

SMARTSHIFT robotics’ Light Manual Tool Changer is a versatile solution for industrial automation that allows easy and fast changing of tools. The tool changer is designed to work at high speed with high stiffness, providing the user with accurate and precise performance. Its accuracy is within the range of five hundredth of a millimeter in all directions and angles, making it an ideal option for a wide range of applications.

The Light Manual Tool Changer is designed with an intuitive mechanical system that makes it easy to deploy and redeploy. The tool changer is lightweight, with a total weight of only 250g, yet it can handle a payload of up to 16kg. It is an ideal solution when tool changing is only a few times per week and there is no need for pneumatic or electrical connection.

The Light Manual Tool Changer comes with a clutch that allows for easy and fast changing of tools. The clutch consists of one Robot Master Light and two Tool Holder Light components, making it easy to switch between different tools. Although the Light Manual Tool Changer is only for mechanical tools without pneumatic and electric connection, it is still possible to mount electrical or pneumatic tools by connecting them bypassing the clutch.

One of the standout features of the Light Manual Tool Changer is its universal compatibility with lightweight industrial and collaborative robots and various tools. It allows for the use of more than one tool and seamless transition between them, enabling the user to perform various work tasks without stopping. The automatic exchange of tools eliminates production stop and allows for the replacement of faulty or worn-out tools.

The Light Manual Tool Changer is easy to connect and does not require programming skills. Its lightweight components maximize the use of the robot, allowing for high-speed tasks with accurate precision. Additionally, it is compatible with specific software systems, making it a unique option for industrial automation. It is also tolerant to extreme temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments.

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Bota Systems LaxONE
4.7/5 (5)
Product mass 0.465kg

The Bota Systems LaxONE is an industrial-grade 6-axis force torque sensor that is designed to meet the demands of advanced applications in the robotics industry. With a lightweight construction and a payload capacity of up to 50kg, the LaxONE is ideal for use with robots that require end-of-arm tooling. The robust and stiff structure of the LaxONE makes it capable of withstanding high overload and cyclic load, while providing high sensitivity that makes it ideal for demanding applications such as sanding, polishing, deburring, precision assembly, and product testing.

The Bota Systems LaxONE offers the following features and benefits:


• All-in-One force torque sensor design
• ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 mounting
• Compact and lightweight construction
• Embedded signal processing electronics
• 6 DoF IMU (available only with EtherCAT communication)
• 3 mounting flanges for 3D cameras and tools
• Measures on 6-axis
• Power supply of 7-48 V (5V for Serial/USB)
• Overload protection
• CE compliant
• Dustproof and water-resistant design
• Open-source software for TwinCAT, ROS, LabVIEW, and MATLAB®.

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Bota Systems MiniONE Pro
4.7/5 (5)
Product mass 0.06kg

The compact and ultra-sensitive 6-axis force torque sensor with a signal noise of only 7mN is an impressive sensing system that has a range of applications in micro-robotics with haptic feedback. The low signal noise of the sensor ensures that the measurements are highly accurate and reliable, making it an ideal sensing system for applications that require precision and fine motor control. It is the smallest force torque sensor with integrated signal processing electronics and a 6 IMU.

MiniONE Pro is mechanically compatible with Mecademic Meca500 or Yaskawa MotoMINI, which are compact and highly precise robotic arms that are often used in micro-robotics applications. The combination of MiniONE Pro with these robotic arms enables telemanipulation, micro-polishing, and micro-assembly in various industries such as watchmaking, jewelry, and semiconductor manufacturing.

The haptic feedback provided by the force torque sensor allows the system or operator to feel the force and torque being applied by the robotic arm, making it easier to manipulate and control the micro-robotic tools. This feature is particularly useful in applications such as micro-polishing and micro-assembly, where the operator needs to have a fine level of control over the tools to achieve the desired results.

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SCHUNK MWS
No reviews yet.
Payload 0.5-1 kg

Manual tool change system with integrated air feed-through and optional electric feed-through.

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SCHUNK CWS
No reviews yet.
Payload 0kg

Compact, manual change system with integrated air feed-throughs for the most important SCHUNK gripping and compensation modules.

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SCHUNK NSR-A
No reviews yet.

Pneumatic pallet change system with patented locking system.

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SCHUNK SWS-L
No reviews yet.
Payload 300-1350 kg | Product mass 2.6-19.3 kg

Pneumatic tool change system with patented locking system for heavy loads

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SCHUNK SWS
No reviews yet.
Payload 1.4-300 kg

Pneumatic tool changing system with patented locking system

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Schmalz MATCH automatic & manual quick changer ABB Kit - basic IRB1100
No reviews yet.
Payload 25kg

• Quick changer basic for IRB1100

• MATCH automatic & manual quick changer

• Manual end-effector change with one-hand function

• Automated changeover without external control

• Integrated signal and media feed-through

• Optical Connect LED and Connect signal to the higher-level controller

• Digital IO

• MATCH quick changer is suitable to work with Zimmer-Grippers and Schmalz Vacuum Devices