Hero Arm

An advanced and affordable multi-grip bionic arm
for adults and children over eight years old.

“The Hero Arm is spectacular. Not
only does it help me in my day-today
life, but it has also boosted my
confidence.”
- Daniel Melville, from Reading, U.K.
Watch the video online at:
www.openbionics.com/dan
Cover photo by
Tyne Tees Models.

The Hero Arm
The Hero Arm is a lightweight myoelectric prosthesis
with a versatile multi-grip bionic hand, an adjustable and
breathable socket, high-performance motors and
batteries, and empowering aesthetics. It is the most
affordable multi-grip bionic arm in the world, less than
half the price of its nearest competitor. The Hero Arm is
durable, reliable, medically approved, and FDA registered.
It is available through prosthetics clinics for both adults
and children as young as eight years old with acquired or
congenital below-elbow upper limb differences.
Open Bionics
Open Bionics was founded in 2014 by Joel Gibbard and
Samantha Payne with the goal of developing affordable,
assistive devices that enhance the human body. In other
words, we turn disabilities into superpowers. Based in
Bristol in the U.K., we’re building Hero Arms for people
with limb differences all over the world. Your clinician will
send us a 3D scan or cast of your residual limb, and we
custom build your Hero Arm.

“When I first received my
Hero Arm I was absolutely
blown away. To be able to
put it on and just start
moving the fingers straight
away was just amazing.”
- Kim Smith, from Milton
Keynes, U.K.
Read Kim’s story online :
www.openbionics.com/kim

Meet the Hero Arm:
Multi-grip versatility – The Hero
Arm has up to six easy-to-select
grips, such as pinch, tripod and
hook, giving great user control.
Posable thumb – Tuck the
thumb away to put on clothing
and pose it in different positions
to create new grips.
Freeze mode – The hand can be
held in a static position for a no
fuss, reliable grip, like holding a
glass to take a drink.
Custom covers – Show your
style; have different looks for
different outfits. You can choose
from a wide range of designs
and colors; including Star Wars,
Frozen, and Marvel Iron Man.
Proportional control – Control
the strength of your grip for
delicate tasks like picking up an
egg without breaking it.
Lightweight – The full prosthesis
weighs less than 1kg (2lbs). The
hand comes in small, medium
and large sizes, and at 280g –
346g (0.62lbs – 0.76lbs), is the
lightest on the market.
Posable wrist –Rotate your wrist
through 180 degrees.
All day battery – 12 hour battery
life gives you all day usage
without needing to plug in and
charge.
Dynamic socket – A dynamic
ventilated socket with an
adjustable BOA system gives
you exceptional fit and comfort.
Durable & Reliable – The Hero
Arm is a medically certified and
FDA registered Class 1 medical
device, with up to 5 years
warranty
Lights, sounds, and vibrations –
A suite of feedback to let you
know the status of your bionic
hand.

Engineered especially for you
We receive a 3D scan or physical cast of your residual
limb from your prosthetist to create a custom-built
prosthesis. Your Hero Arm socket is comfortable,
breathable, and adjustable, which means it’s easy to
take on and off while providing you with the best
possible fit.
Intuitive and effortless
With the Hero Arm, technology is at your fingertips.
Literally. Special EMG sensors within the Hero Arm
detect muscle movements, meaning you can
intuitively control your bionic hand. You’ll be able to
cycle through a variety of grips (hook, tripod and
pinch) and receive feedback through haptic vibrations,
beepers and buttons.
“I can grip a toothbrush, use a
knife and fork, brush my hair
and play video games without
having to tape the controller
to my hand like I used to.”
- Tilly Lockey, from County
Durham, U.K.
Watch the video online at:
www.openbionics.com/tilly

“Zak’s previous prosthetics were a little
bit heavier and not as user-friendly to
him, and so he wasn’t overly excited to
use them at the time. The Hero Arm is
lighter, and he had more input into the
colour and the design, so he felt more
part of the process.”
- Lesley Dubin, (Zak’s mum) from
Michigan, U.S.A.
Find out more about Zak at:
www.openbionics.com/zak

Lightweight, powerful, strong
Even though the Hero Arm is powered by high performance
motors, advanced software and long-lasting batteries, it’s
lightweight and super sleek. The hand comes in three sizes,
and at 280g – 346g (0.62lbs – 0.76lbs), is the lightest on the
market. The full prosthesis weighs less than 1kg (2lbs). It’s
strong too, able to lift up to 8kg (17.5lbs).
Your arm, your rules
The Hero Arm is whatever you want it to be. With
swappable covers, you can switch up your style to match
your mood. You can choose from a wide variety of Hero
Arm covers, including Star Wars BB-8, Marvel Iron Man,
Disney Frozen, and coming soon, Alita: Battle Angel – with
more cool designs available on our online shop.

“When I wear my Hero Arm, I
feel empowered and proud to
show it off.”
- Kate Grey, from Bristol, U.K.
Watch the video online at:
www.openbionics.com/kate

Each Hero Arm comes with:
- 1 full set of Hero Arm Covers
- 1 short set of Hero Arm Covers (hand & battery cover)
- Battery & Charger
- Hero Arm Quick Start Guide
- 1-year Standard Warranty
Additional warranties are available for the Hero Arm; 2 - 5 year
Standard, and 1 - 5 year Premium (which include accidental
damage). Please ask your prosthetics clinic for more information
about warranties. And if you’re keen on purchasing additional
Hero Arm Covers, check out our online shop to make your very
own design.

Discover the Hero Arm
Register interest for a Hero Arm on our website and
we’ll refer you to your nearest prosthetics clinic for an
initial assessment. Be sure to check out our social
media channels too, to see the Hero Arm in action.
www.openbionics.com
@openbionics
/openbionicsltd
@openbionics
hello@openbionics.com
+441174285752
Open Bionics Ltd, Programme, All Saints' Street, Bristol, BS1 2LZ