The ABB IRB 6700 is a high-performance industrial robot known for its robustness, precision, and flexibility. Here’s a detailed overview of the ABB IRB 6700:

Specifications:

  • Payload: 150-300 kg (330-660 lbs), depending on the variant
  • Reach: 2,600-3,200 mm (102.4-126 inches), depending on the variant
  • Axes: 6-axis robot
  • Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
  • Mounting: Floor or inverted

Features:

  • High Payload Capacity: Designed to handle heavy loads, with variants supporting up to 300 kg.
  • Extended Reach: Offers a long reach, suitable for tasks requiring extensive coverage.
  • Versatility: The 6-axis configuration provides a high degree of flexibility, enabling complex and varied operations.
  • Precision: High repeatability ensures reliable and accurate performance, essential for precision tasks.
  • Energy Efficiency: Designed to consume up to 15% less energy compared to previous models, contributing to lower operational costs.
  • Durability: Built to endure harsh industrial environments, ensuring long-term reliability.
  • Ease of Maintenance: Features an improved design that simplifies maintenance tasks, reducing downtime.

Applications:

  • Material Handling: Efficiently moves materials in various manufacturing processes.
  • Assembly: Assists in assembling components in automotive, electronics, and other industries.
  • Palletizing: Stacks and organizes products onto pallets.
  • Spot Welding: Performs spot welding tasks with high precision and consistency.
  • Machine Tending: Loads and unloads parts from machines.
  • Foundry Applications: Suitable for use in foundries, thanks to its durability and ability to withstand harsh conditions.

Benefits:

  • Increased Productivity: Automates repetitive and labor-intensive tasks, leading to higher throughput.
  • Improved Safety: Minimizes the need for human intervention in potentially hazardous tasks.
  • Enhanced Quality: Consistent and precise operations improve product quality.
  • Cost Efficiency: Reduces labor costs and minimizes downtime with reliable performance.
  • Lower Energy Consumption: Energy-efficient design helps reduce operational costs.

Variants:

The IRB 6700 series includes multiple variants tailored to specific needs:

  • IRB 6700-150/2.6: Payload of 150 kg and reach of 2.6 meters.
  • IRB 6700-200/2.6: Payload of 200 kg and reach of 2.6 meters.
  • IRB 6700-205/2.8: Payload of 205 kg and reach of 2.8 meters.
  • IRB 6700-235/2.65: Payload of 235 kg and reach of 2.65 meters.
  • IRB 6700-245/3.0: Payload of 245 kg and reach of 3.0 meters.
  • IRB 6700-300/2.7: Payload of 300 kg and reach of 2.7 meters.