Toshiba Machine TH650A SCARA robot benefits from more power

Payload is 10kg and arm length is 650mm, both of which are identical to the previous model. However, compared to most competing models, the robot's working envelope is claimed to be substantially larger, with axis one and two combining to provide a near-360degree working area. An internal wiring harness reduces wear and minimises the height requirement for the cell.

The robot's TS2100 controller uses the SCOL programming language, which is similar to BASIC. This language is used across the Toshiba Machine SCARA range, which means integrating the TH650A alongside older models is simple. Motion control commands include single-axis motion, synchronous motion, linear interpolation, circular interpolation and arch motion. There are 31 +7 external inputs and 22 +10 external outputs. System inputs can be used for start, stop, reset and servo-on functions, while system outputs are for alarm, emergency stop and status functions.

An extensive range of options includes Toshiba Machine's TSPC programming software for 3D simulation of the robot movement, and additional I/O. Ethernet and fieldbus (DeviceNet, Profibus and CClink) communications provide advanced programming flexibility. Further options include linear or circular conveyor synchronisation, which, together with an easily integrated vision system, enable advanced pick-and-place functions to be performed.

The Toshiba Machine robot range will now extend from the TH-250A, which has an arm length of 250mm, through the general-purpose SCARAs with arm lengths of 450-1050mm, up to the large palletising SCARA with a 1950mm reach and a payload of up to 70kgs.

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