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7th Axis Robot Transfer Units

Extend robot reach and workspace with a 7th axis robot transfer unit

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One of the biggest limitations of a traditional robotic arm is the fact they remain stationary. Thankfully, igus® has developed a solution. Using a drylin® belt-driven actuator and an adapter kit, your robotic arm can easily be updated with a robot transfer unit (RTU), allowing for a wide range of possibilities and application potential. igus RTUs offer dry-running and dirt-resistant operation, making them the ideal choice in dusty and dirty environments. They’re even suited for clean environments, depending on specific application requirements. Both vertical and horizontal installations are possible, and small RTUs can even be mounted to an AGV for increased flexibility. Even if you’re not using an igus robot, you can still make use of a drylin RTU, as they’re compatible with various leading robot brands, such as Universal Robots, Epson, and FANUC.


Benefits:

  • Flexible use of robots instead of locking kinematics
  • Connection via linear carriage of the ZLW-20 modular axis
  • Adapter kit including suitable e-chain® cable carriers

Industries:

Automation, Packaging, Food & Beverage, Medical, Humanoid, Service Robotics

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ReBeL cobot by igus®

Rebel
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Universal Robots (UR)

Universal Robot
  • Up to 4 times more workspace
  • Stroke lengths up to 3000mm
  • Optional integration into the UR CAP

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Epson SCARA robots

Epson SCARA robot
  • Epson SCARA T3, T6 & ProSix VT6-901S
  • Drive: stepper motor NEMA23XL with 5:1 gearbox
  • Integrate with the EPSON programming interface

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7th axis Control Cabinet Integration - IO Version

Rebel
  • Easy integration to lightweight robots
  • Plug & Play solution ready for connection
  • Cable set: 3 m | Max. Speed: 0,3 m/s
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Epson SCARA Cap + Switch Cabinet Integration

Universal Robot
  • Integration in Epson SCARA with EPSON CAP
  • Plug & Play solution ready for connection
  • Max. speed: 300mm/s
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UR Cap + Control Cabinet Integration

Epson SCARA robot
  • Simple integration in Universal Robots with UR CAP
  • Plug&Play solution ready for connection
  • Max. speed: 300mm/s
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Most Manufacturers are Compatible with our 7th Axis Robot Transfer Unit

igus robot transfer units (RTUs) aren’t just limited to igus robotic arms. Robotic arms from UR, Epson, FANUC, and more can all be easily outfitted with our RTUs to ensure we can provide a solution to as many customers as possible.  See below an Epson SCARA robot integrated with our 7th axis system.  For more information, contact an expert.

7th Axis Application Stories

Chocomatic

Belgian Traditional House Provides Tourist Attraction With 7th Axis

Who says automation has to be expensive? In Bruges, Belgium, the chocolate shop Roose's Chocolate World has a robot called the Chocomatic, built at a bargain price. It packs chocolates in front of customers. A robolink® robot from igus® is used, which moves on a 7th axis.

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    • 7th Axis Application

    Storage and Sorting Cobot

    A collaborative robot combined with a driverless transport system and the drylin® ZLW 7th axis. Storage and sorting tasks are automated extremely easily and cost-effectively! The new igus® drylin® ZLW- axis extends the working space of your cobot at the 7th axis and is suitable for different robot types. In this application, the robot system moves on a driverless transport system and is controlled by the igus Robot Control.

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    • Cap & Switch Cabinet Integration

    Cap & Switch Cabinet

    The direct control cabinet integration with CAP enables an easy and ready-to-connect solution. This allows the 7th axis to be moved in the CAP software within a very short time.  The integration can be sold together or separately.

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    7th Axis Robot Configurator

    7th axis configurator

    Choose your robot manufacturer, model, DoF, horizontal or vertical alignment, path & speed.  Get pricing, submit a request or contact an expert.  Upload an application photo/video for custom consultation.

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