Epson C3 Robot
Epson robots are currently being used in a wide variety of fields, including the electronics, automobile, food, pharmaceutical and medical industries, and this new product will further expand the range of applications. The C3 series is the first compact model in the ProSix series of six-axis robots, which employ Epson’s high-speed, low vibration Smart Motion Control technology, and embodies optimal functionality for precision assembly of small parts…
Epson Introduces New Compact Six-Axis Robots with Best in Class Cycle Time
Seiko Epson Corporation (”Epson”, TSE: 6724) announced the addition of the new “C3 series” to its popular range of six-axis vertically articulated robots*1. The new model, which combines best in class speed*2 and accuracy in a slim body, will begin shipping late July.
Epson C3 Robot
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The C3 series is the first compact model in the ProSix series of six-axis robots, which employ Epson’s high-speed, low vibration Smart Motion Control technology*3, and embodies optimal functionality for precision assembly of small parts.
Epson robots are currently being used in a wide variety of fields, including the electronics, automobile, food, pharmaceutical and medical industries, and this new product will further expand the range of applications. In addition, ProSix models can be ceiling or wall mounted, enabling installation in a variety of settings.
Product features
- High-speed and high-precision
* Increases productivity with best in class speed*1 and accuracy.
Average cycle time in the 0.3 second range (1 kg load), with repeatability of ±0.02mm. - Slim body realizes high space efficiency
* Robot volume is only 1/44 of the motion range.
* Small elbow area (3rd joint) approx. half that of the current model. (Fig. 1)
* Less interference with peripherals, walls and ceiling permits more compact installation. - Dexterous wrist
* Compact wrist (5th joint) with wide motion range enables smooth movement and the ability to work from many angles. (Figs. 2,3)
* Minimal interference with surroundings improves flexibility in hand design.
Glossary
*1 A robot with an operating mechanism consisting of five- or six-axis joints. This robot is characterized by a large operating area in the vertical direction.
*2 Epson research, for six-axis vertically articulated robots with arm length of 450-700mm compared to an Epson robot with similar accuracy as of May 2009.
*3 A tuning method to optimize the operation of the six axes by making use of know-how accumulated in the development of SCARA robots.
About Epson
Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader that is dedicated to exceeding the vision of customers worldwide through its compact, energy-saving, high-precision technologies, with a product lineup ranging from printers and 3LCD projectors for business and the home, to electronic and crystal devices.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises over 70,000 employees in 108 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates.
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