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Robot components that are low-cost for building custom automated solutions

Robot components from igus® are ideal for creating your own robotic solution. Options range from fully integrated strain wave gear boxes perfect for our ReBeL cobot, to robotic joints and gearbox joints for modular use. Various sizes are available for most components to provide endless possibilities for combinations and applications. igus® robot components make creating your own custom robots as easy as possible, without sacrificing performance or quality. We even offer a robolink® designer tool to customize and order your own robotic arm, selecting components as you go. Like the majority of igus® products, our robot components utilize dry-running plastics to ensure both a lightweight composition and maintenance-free performance. The reduced wear from these polymers — thanks to not needing grease or other lubricants that can attract dirt and dust — extends service life, cutting down on costly machine downtime and maintenance costs.

Benefits:

  • Eliminate maintenance & reduce downtime
  • Lower costs than comparable alternatives
  • Resists dirt, dust & corrosion

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robolink arm configurator

robolink® arm Configurator

With the robolink® configurator, you can easily configure your individual robolink® robotic arm using an intuitive CAD interface. Select individual components step by step, simulate movement, export parts lists and more.

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Apiro Modular Gearbox Configurator

Apiro Modular Gearbox Configurator

With the configurator, design workspaces for single and multiple DoF variations by your application requirements. Download CAD files, get a quote or add to cart to purchase.

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drygear® strain wave gear

strain wave gears


  • Compact design
  • Available transmission: 28:1
  • Standard motor option: Stepper motor NEMA11 or 17
  • INI-Kit for zero position optionally adaptable
  • Adaptor disc for flanging on grippers available
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Robotic joints

worm gear joint


  • Slewing ring bearing (iglide® PRT) with plastic housing
  • The main component is a worm gear
  • Cables can be guided through the center hole
  • The joints can be ordered with or without motor

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Rotary Axis with Motor

rotary axis with motors


  • robolink® D robotic joint, symmetrical - with two PRT slewing ring bearings with direct drive
  • The main component is a worm gear, & cables can be guided through the center hole
  • Self-locking drive
  • Application horizontal on base plate
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Strain wave gears with motors

strain wave gears with motors


  • Installation size: 17 with NEMA17/flange dimension 42 mm
  • Optional motor connections: wire, connector, encoder and brake

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Gearbox with Cantilever Actuator

gearbox with cantilever axis


  • The linear gearbox enables different strokes in the application.
  • Rack and pinion elements included.
  • Configurable in different lengths for sliding applications.
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Gearbox Joint with Motor

apiro gearbox with motor


  • Installation size: NEMA17/flange installation size 42mm
  • Holding torque: 0.5Nm
  • Nominal current: 1.80A
  • Motor connection:  Stranded wire
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Robot Control Software (iRC)

iRC

The igus® Robot Control (iRC) software enables simple, intuitive programming of the various robots igus offers, including robolink robotic arms and the ReBeL cobot.

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End-to-end robotic arms

End-to-End Robotic Arms

igus offers both 4 and 5 axis robotic arms, as well as 4 and 6 axis cobots, as end-to-end solutions that can simplify the installation and deployment process greatly. Click the button below to learn more!

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RBTX Marketplace for Low-Cost Automation

RBTX is an online marketplace for robotics that brings together users and suppliers of robotic components.  Browse gantries, delta robots, robotic arms and more all from various dealers.

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Whether you're interested in end-to-end, fully assembled solutions or looking to build your own customizable project, let us assist you with a solution based on your specific application and requirements. Contact us via the form below or call us at (401) 328-7016  to discuss your project today!

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