GEN72-B vs Rotary and Linear Positioning
Side-by-side comparison of GEN72-B (RealMan Robotics) and Rotary and Linear Positioning (Sankyo Automation) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- GEN72-BChina
- Rotary and Linear PositioningUnited States
Year First Available
- GEN72-B2024
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Verified Deployments
- GEN72-B0 Deployments
- Rotary and Linear Positioning0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- GEN72-BACTIVE
- Rotary and Linear PositioningACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- GEN72-B2 kg
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Reach
- GEN72-B600 mm
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Degrees of Freedom
- GEN72-B—
- Rotary and Linear Positioning2
Repeatability
- GEN72-B±1 mm
- Rotary and Linear Positioning±0.02 mm
Max TCP Speed
- GEN72-B1.9 m/s
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Robot Weight
- GEN72-B6.6 kg
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
IP Rating (Arm)
- GEN72-BIP54
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Performance
MTBF
- GEN72-B30,000 hrs
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
Duty Cycle
- GEN72-B—
- Rotary and Linear Positioningcontinuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- GEN72-B統合型
- Rotary and Linear Positioning—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 2 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 600 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.9 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 6.6 kg | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Performance | ||
| MTBF (values differ) | 30,000 hrs | — |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | 統合型 | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Warranty, Service Network, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | GEN72-B | Rotary and Linear Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
GEN72-B, Rotary and Linear Positioning have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes GEN72-B and Rotary and Linear Positioning?
GEN72-B is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN. Rotary and Linear Positioning is made by Sankyo Automation, based in US.
How do GEN72-B and Rotary and Linear Positioning compare on the Robo Score?
GEN72-B scores 72.2 on the Robo Score. Rotary and Linear Positioning scores 45.1. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are GEN72-B and Rotary and Linear Positioning in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between GEN72-B and Rotary and Linear Positioning?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
GEN72-B vs Rotary and Linear Positioning compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.