Low-Cost, High-Speed Assembly Robot
A low-cost delta or “spider” robot for high-speed assembly and pick-and-place tasks is newly available.
igus Inc., E. Providence, R.I., says the low-maintenance, lightweight unit starts at $6200. It can be delivered preassembled or can be assembled on-site in about 30 min with easy-to-use instructions, the company says.
Stepper motors and encoders ensure accuracy to ± 0.5 mm. Built of aluminum and plastic, the unit weighs 15 kg (33 lb) and occupies an installation space of 420 mm diam. It can carry up to 5 kg (11 lb) at low speeds. Maximum pick rate is 60/min. Max. speed is 3 m/sec.
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