ABB IRB 1600 Pricing & Product Details

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IRB 1600 Overview

What is IRB 1600?

The ABB IRB 1600 is a high-performance industrial robot designed to optimize both speed and accuracy without compromise. It features significantly shorter cycle times, up to 50% faster than competing models, which enhances throughput in various applications such as material handling, machine tending, and assembly. This efficiency is largely due to ABB’s second-generation QuickMove motion control, strong motors, and low friction losses in its spur gears.

One of the standout features of the IRB 1600 is its consistent performance at high speeds. Unlike many robots that cut corners when moving quickly, the IRB 1600 maintains precise paths thanks to its TrueMove motion control and robust design. This results in consistently high workpiece quality, minimizing defects and maximizing yield. Its sturdy construction, combined with intelligent motion control, ensures low vibrations and reliable operation even under demanding conditions.

The IRB 1600 is also highly adaptable and reliable. It can be mounted in various orientations, including on a shelf, wall, or inverted, making it versatile for different workspace configurations. With an IP54 classification for the entire manipulator and IP67 for sensitive parts, it is well-suited for tough environments. The optional Foundry Plus protection adds rust resistance and specialized coatings, further enhancing its durability. Additionally, features like low power consumption and a quiet operating noise level contribute to its efficiency and workplace safety.

What applications is IRB 1600 product best for?

  1. Material Handling: The IRB 1600 excels in material handling tasks, offering precise and rapid movement of components. Its robust design and QuickMove motion control ensure efficient transfer and manipulation of materials, reducing cycle times and increasing productivity.
  2. Machine Tending: Ideal for machine tending applications, the IRB 1600's high-speed and reliable operation enhances the efficiency of loading and unloading parts. Its compact size and versatile mounting options allow for easy integration into various machining environments, optimizing workflow.
  3. Assembly: The IRB 1600 provides exceptional accuracy for assembly processes, ensuring consistent and precise placement of components. Its TrueMove motion control maintains path accuracy even at high speeds, making it suitable for intricate assembly tasks that demand high quality and repeatability.
  4. Arc Welding: In arc welding applications, the IRB 1600 offers stable and controlled movement, resulting in high-quality welds. Its robust construction and advanced motion control minimize vibrations, ensuring smooth and precise welding operations, essential for producing defect-free welds.
  5. Material Removal: The IRB 1600 is well-suited for material removal tasks such as grinding, deburring, and polishing. Its strong motors and low friction spur gears provide the necessary force and precision to perform these tasks efficiently, delivering consistent results in material finishing processes.
  6. Cleaning/Spraying: For cleaning and spraying applications, the IRB 1600's flexibility and reliability are key advantages. Its ability to be mounted in various orientations and its IP67 rating for sensitive parts make it ideal for environments where thorough cleaning or precise spraying is required.
  7. Dispensing: The IRB 1600 ensures accurate and consistent dispensing of materials, such as adhesives or sealants, in manufacturing processes. Its precise motion control and repeatability are critical for applications where uniform distribution of materials is essential for product quality.
  8. Packing: In packing applications, the IRB 1600's speed and precision enhance the efficiency of packing operations. Its ability to handle various payloads and maintain accuracy ensures that products are packed consistently and securely, optimizing packaging processes.

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IRB 1600 Reviews

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    4.5/5 (3)

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Riccardo Bezzini

Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna

Jun 13, 2023

  • Overall

    4.3/5

  • Meet Requirements

    4/5

  • Easy to Use

    4/5

  • Quality of Documentation

    4/5

  • Quality of Support

    5/5

  • Maintenance & Uptime

    5/5

  • Value for Money

    4/5

  • Recommendation

    4/5

Title
Used this manipulator as a tool for experimenting different torque control strategies
Pro
force and torque great capability related to the dimensions long range of motion, great workspace distribution
Con
Irregular structure makes difficult the modeling from scratch

Verified user

Jan 25, 2023

  • Overall

    4.3/5

  • Meet Requirements

    4/5

  • Easy to Use

    5/5

  • Quality of Documentation

    4/5

  • Quality of Support

    5/5

  • Maintenance & Uptime

    4/5

  • Value for Money

    4/5

  • Recommendation

    4/5

Title
It was a hatch back car's rear door panel which was supposed to be lifted from one operation station of tag welding machine set to sewing machine bed. This robot was used to hold the part for the tag weld and then unmount to the next operation post.
Pro
Documentation was fair enough to understand the operating envelope as well as set of controls to merge seamless wway with other cobots. Service engineer was there to support for the programming of the path for hold, pick and place operation.
Con
For some legacy systems, the integration was not so smooth.
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