We are currenly looking into updating a robot workcell (safeties, new base for robot, new tooling for parts, etc.). We would like to use RobotStudio to determine whether or not an IRB 1400 would have enough reach to hit all points on our parts. However my company does not have a liscense for RobotStudio and will not likely purchase one. Does ABB have a service where they would determine that a project is feasible?
I know they will set up an entire workcell, but our engineers and plant managers like to keep all new machine building in house. If anyone has any information on this I would really appreciate it.
Thanks,
-matt
Hi Matt,
The IRB 1400 is supported by IRC5 controller that can be programmed using RobotStudio 5.15. You can download RobotStudio 5.15 from http://www.abb.com/roboticssoftware. There is a 30-day trial that should give you enough time to analyze the reach of the IRB 1400. Since the IRB 1400 is not available for new orders with the IRC5 controller, it is not visible in the gallery of available robots. But the robot library of the IRB 1400 is installed with RobotStudio 5.15. You need to browse to the file using “Import Library” to get it into your station. Then use “Robot System → From Layout” to create the matching controller system.
The RAPID code of the IRC5 controller is compatible (in most cases) with the S4/S4C/S4C+ controller but not the configuration files (SYSPAR / CFG). This means you can actually offline program your old robot using RobotStudio 5.15. Create your program, save the module and load it into the real controller.
RobotStudio 5.x has a much more attractive business model than the RobotStudio for S4. RobotStudio 5.x is available with an affordable, annual, subscription.
Great info, thanks. This is a much better option for someone who does all their own machine building/commissioning. I will give the free download a try and let you all know how it goes!
Thanks again,
-matt