Articulated Robots | Manufacturing, automotive assembly, welding, medical surgeries | 6-axis rotation (ISO 9409) ▲, 0.02mm repeatability (ISO 9409), CE certified | High flexibility ▲, precise multi-directional maneuvering, adaptable payloads | Higher initial cost, complex programming requiring skilled operators |
SCARA Robots | Electronics assembly, automotive part handling, packaging | 4-axis ▲, 0.01mm precision (ISO 9409), 10m/s speed ▲, compact footprint | Rapid cycle times ▲, high repeatability, low maintenance costs | Limited payload (max 10kg), restricted vertical movement |
Delta Robots | High-speed packaging, food sorting, pharmaceuticals | 3-4 parallel arms ▲, 120 cycles/min ▲, lightweight carbon fiber construction | Ultra-fast pick-and-place ▲, minimal contamination risk, space-efficient | Low payload (≤2kg), vibration sensitivity at high speeds |
Cartesian Robots | 3D printing, lab automation, material handling | 3-axis linear motion ▲, 0.001mm accuracy (ISO 9409), scalable dimensions | Extreme precision ▲, cost-effective for linear tasks, easy integration | Limited flexibility, large footprint, slower Z-axis movement |
Collaborative Robots | Manufacturing, healthcare, education | Safety sensors (ISO 10218-1) ▲, 5kg payload ▲, intuitive touchscreen programming | Human-robot collaboration ▲, easy reprogramming, low skill dependency | Lower payload vs industrial models, slower speeds, cybersecurity risks |
YASKAWA AR1730 (Welding) | Heavy industrial welding, automotive manufacturing | 6-axis ▲, 300kg payload ▲, 1.5m reach, IP67 rated ▲, CE certified welding precision | High payload ▲, robust durability, precise arc control ▲, extreme environment tolerance | Specialized use case, higher cost, requires dedicated safety protocols |