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BarrettHand™ BH8-282

Built by Barrett Technology · United States

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The BarrettHand™ BH8-282 is a Dexterous Hand developed by Barrett Technology (United States).

RoboScore

53.6/ 100

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Commercial maturity20%75/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%81/100
Company financial health12%79/100
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

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Overview

The BarrettHand™ BH8-series is a multi-fingered programmable grasper with the dexterity to secure target objects of different sizes, shapes, and orientations. It is lightweight (980 grams) and compact (25mm base), entirely self-contained, and communicates via industry-standard serial communications or high-speed CANbus (USB adapters included). It features eight axes, with three multi-jointed fingers, two of which have an extra degree of freedom with 180 degrees of lateral mobility. It supports high-precision position encoders and integrates effortlessly with any robotic arm.

Flagship features

  • **Unique Capability**: Real-time reconfigurable grasp with three multi-jointed fingers; two fingers have an extra degree of freedom with 180 degrees of lateral mobility for diverse grasp types
  • **Software Ecosystem**: Ships with PyHand (Python API) and Libbarrett (C++ real-time library) for low-/high-level control
  • **Integrated Sensing Options**: Perception Palm (dual cameras, laser projector, IR rangefinder, illumination LED); 6-axis Force/Torque Sensor; fingertip torque sensors; tactile sensors
  • **Competitive Differentiator**: Replaces custom parallel-jaw grippers and tool changers; switches between part shapes electronically in ~0.5 seconds, reducing workcell footprint and cycle time
  • **Customer Deployment**: Sold as a turnkey system for use with any arm; integration is 'fast and simple' via CANbus or serial

Buyer decision signals

Viability

$13.3M raisedest. 1988

Harvard SDM Hand license announced

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Dexterous Hand
Payload
6 kg
Weight
0.98 kg
Price
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Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Funding raised
$13.3M
Founded
1988

Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
pick and place,bin picking,visual inspection,dimensional measurement
Sub Category
multi-fingered programmable grasper
Industries Served
electronics,pharma,logistics
Movement & precision1
Dof
8
Controls & integration5
Api Available
true
Ros Compatible
true
Compatible Vision
Perception Palm
Software Platform
Libbarrett
Programming Interface
code python,code ros
Buying & support2
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Availability Status
available
Other details6
Base Size Mm
25
Finger Joints
3
Tactile Sensors
true
Force Torque Sensor
Barrett 6-Axis Force/Torque Sensor
Fingertip Torque Sensors
true
Finger Lateral Mobility Degrees
180

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Company milestones

  • Sep 2009PartnershipHarvard SDM Hand license announced
  • 1990LaunchWAM arm first product
  • 1988MilestoneCompany founded
  • FundingSeed financing and grants
  • MilestoneBH8-282 availability as latest BarrettHand option
  • LaunchBH8-series BarrettHand product line information

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the BarrettHand™ BH8-282?
The BarrettHand™ BH8-282 is developed by Barrett Technology, based in United States.
What type of robot is the BarrettHand™ BH8-282?
The BarrettHand™ BH8-282 is a Dexterous Hand made by Barrett Technology.
How much does the BarrettHand™ BH8-282 cost?
Pricing for the BarrettHand™ BH8-282 is not publicly listed — contact Barrett Technology for a quote.

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