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SCARA robots
The fastest robot to pick, place and assemble small parts on a table.
Ideal for: Pick and place, assembly, screwdriving, dispensing and inspection of light parts.
- Payload
- 3–20 kg
- Reach
- 400–1000 mm
- Repeatability from
- ±0.01 mm
- Models in the catalog
- 5
What sets it apart
Why choose this robot
SCARA robots are considered for repeatable picking and placing, assembly, and handling in compact stations. Their kinematics favor fast motion in the horizontal plane; suitability depends on the required travel, payload, and cycle time.
Planar motion
Horizontal arm with a vertical axis: ideal for picking from above and placing.
Very short cycles
Built to repeat fast moves all shift long.
Small footprint
Installs on a table or compact frame.
Very precise
Good repeatability to place components exactly.
What it is used for
Typical applications
Solutions with this robot
- Component pick and place
- Assembly and placement
- Handling in compact stations
Clear expectations
What it can and cannot do
It can
- Pick and place parts at high speed.
- Assemble or screw components that go in from above.
- Work with vision to pick randomly placed parts.
It cannot
- Tilt the part or work on side faces.
- Move heavy loads: it is for light parts.
- Reach far: its work area is limited.
Catalog
Compare the models
| Model | Series | Payload | Reach | Repeatability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCARA robot, 20 kg (AIR20SC) | AIR SCARA series | 20 kg | 1000 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| SCARA robot, 12 kg (AIR12SC) | AIR SCARA series | 12 kg | 1000 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| SCARA robot, 6 kg (AIR6SC-600) | AIR SCARA series | 6 kg | 600 mm | ±0.015 mm |
| SCARA robot, 6 kg (AIR6SC-750) | AIR SCARA series | 6 kg | 750 mm | ±0.015 mm |
| SCARA robot, 3 kg (AIR3SC-400) | AIR SCARA series | 3 kg | 400 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Data published by the manufacturer; configuration and availability are confirmed in each quote. AIR SCARA series, with reach variants published by the manufacturer; the exact model is validated per application.
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