Robot control software for gantries, delta robots and robotic arms
The igus® Robot Controller (iRC) enables you to control a gantry robot, delta robot, robolink® robotic arms, ReBeL cobot or SCARA robot. With the corresponding free software, you can easily program and move the robot via a graphical user interface.
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Features:
- Versatile automation tasks through simple programming software
- Made for gantries, delta robots, articulated arm robots
- Simple software installation for Windows 10
- Use via PC or tablet
- 7 digital inputs/outputs, CRI interface, ModbusTCP (gateway from CANopen) for connection to master controllers such as Siemens or Beckhoff
Plug and Play Solution for Quick Entry
The igus® Robot Control software enables simple and intuitive robot control and programming and thus an easy entry into automation. After a short learning phase, your employees will be able to control and program simple applications. The modular structure allows different igus® kinematics to be controlled, such as delta robots, gantry robots or articulated robot arms.
Benefits:
- Cost-effective
- Compact, lightweight
What is included in the iRC?
Contents:
- DIN rail module support
- Top-hat (DIN) rail stepper module
- Top-hat (DIN) rail module digital I/O module
- Connectors and cables (supply, motor connectors)
- igus® Robot Control software for Windows
- Documentation
Components necessary for operation, but not included:
- igus® robot arm, delta robot, gantry, etc.
- Windows 10 PC/laptop
- 48V power supply (please see our control cabinet with integrated power supply)
- Please visit RBTX shop for gripper set
- Safety components
Two options available:
DIN rail version:
- Top-hat (DIN) rail stepper module
- Top-hat (DIN) digital I/O module
Cabinet version:
- All from DIN rail version + power supply
- DIN rail mounted in cabinet
- Emergency stop button
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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
The igus® Robot Control is a control system that guides all robots offered by igus® (gantry robots, articulated arm robots and delta robots).
You can program and move your robot with the corresponding software, which is a PC-based graphical user interface. You can download and try out the software free of charge beforehand. The software has been specially developed to make the automation process as easy as possible. The 3D interface is user-friendly and intuitive to operate. The control system is available through a switch cabinet or on top-hat (DIN) rail assembly.
The iRC was developed to control all three standard robots we offer - gantry robots, articulated arm robots and delta robots - with the same software and hardware.
We offer online igus Robot Control training courses on request. Fill out our contact form to receive your download of the igus Robot Control Software free of charge and with no obligation. You are welcome to get in touch with us at any time for any other assistance regarding programming.
The top-hat (DIN) rail version serves the purpose of integrating your own switch cabinet, 10 metres of motor, encoder & INI cables, as well as all other joining links. The switch cabinet version completes the switch cabinet with emergency stop, power supply unit, 10 metres of motor, encoder & INI cables and all other joining links.
That depends on whether it is the software or the hardware. The software itself is completely free. You can fill out a contact form to receive your free software download here. The cost of the hardware depends on various factors. igus Robot Control can control a single axis and up to 6 axes, with the option of also integrating vision systems and grippers. We also have two versions, a cabinet-mounted version and a DIN rail version for installation in the customer's cabinet. Request a price for igus Robot Control here.