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speedhand fitting

Item #: 8E2

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Overview

speedhand is the next generation of our most trusted myoelectric prosthetic hand. Bringing classic speed, strength and durability to a new user population, the 8E2 speedhand offers:

Shorter device length
- speedhand is up to 1 inch shorter than other myoelectric hands
- Modular wrists support a wide range of build heights
- The shorter build height leaves room for most users to have a flexion wrist
Classic performance
- Fast open and close speed - up to 300mm/second
- Outstanding grip strength - up to 24 pounds
- Reliable durability
- Quieter motor sounds than other myoelectric hands
Unique features
- Comes with or without the autograsp thumb sensor
- On/Off push button on back of the hand is simple to operate and a functional improvement from the push-through switch
- Return-to-neutral position allows the user to rest comfortably without additional effort
App-based programming
- When fit with myosmart, program the 8E2 with connectgrip on an Apple or Android device
- Additional software, dongles, and programming tools are eliminated

Specifications

Article number	Side	Size	Thumb Sensor	Circumference	Weight	Length to Base Plate	Description
8E2=*							speedhand
	L						Left Hand
	R						Right Hand
		XS		7 in.	368 g	103 mm	Size Extra Small
		S		7 1/4 in.	376 g	107 mm	Size Small
		M		7 3/4 in.	392 g	107 mm	Size Medium
		L		8 1/4 in.	425 g	109 mm	Size Large
			0				Without thumb sensor
			1				With thumb sensor
8E2=L-L-1							Example: speedhand, left hand, size large, with thumb sensor

Opening Width	80 to 100mm
Proportional Speed	15 to 300 mm/second
Maximum Actuating Force	450 N (101 lbf) maximum load
Proportional Gripping Force	24 lbf +/- 3.37 lbf
AutoGrasp (8E2=*-1)	Proportional: Up to max. 1.5 times the current gripping force

Maximum load on the hand (with wrist)	Strength
When carrying objects protruding from the hand (e.g. tray: size 100 x 100 mm)	120 N (27 lbf)
On the fingers from the outside with the hand closed (e.g. supporting the hand)	450 N (101 lbf)
On the fingers from the inside with the hand closed (e.g. when carrying a bag)	250 N (56 lbf)