FANUC Compact Robot for Machine Tending
The LR-10iA/10 robot is a lightweight, powerful unit that is said to mount easily to a mobile platform, maximizing flexibility in the workspace to use for machine load/unload and part picking.
The FANUC LR-10iA/10 robot. Photo Credit: FANUC
FANUC America’s Robomachines line includes the LR-10iA/10 robot, which is designed for machine tending.
Weighing 46 kg, the LR-10iA/10 robot mounts to the floor, upside down or on an angle. The company says it is also simple to mount the robot to an AGV or other mobile platform to accommodate a variety of repetitive tasks or automate machines that are standing idle.
The robot has a 10-kg payload and a work envelope with a reach of 1,101 mm. Its compact size makes it well suited for companies with limited floor space, while the slim arm fits into machine tools to load and unload parts. In addition, a fully enclosed structure features built-in airlines, solenoid valves and electrical utilities for easy integration. An IP67 rating enables it to operate in industrial environments with dust, water and oil mist.
Powered by the FANUC R-30iB Mate Plus Controller, the LR-10iA is said to offer the same intelligence and reliability available on all FANUC robots, including integrated iRVision, force sensing and Zero Down Time (ZDT). ZDT not only reduces unexpected downtime but also helps maximize production throughput, optimize maintenance costs, increase the robot life and access data from anywhere via the ZDT web portal.
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