robolink DP 5-axis arm vs TM16M
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and TM16M (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- robolink DP 5-axis armGermany
- TM16MTaiwan
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- TM16M2016
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- TM16M0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- TM16M$40,000
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- TM16MACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- TM16M16 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- TM16M1.3 m/s
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- TM16M1,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- TM16M6
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- TM16M±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- TM16M32.8 kg
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- TM16MIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- TM16MCE (by regional model), SEMI S2 (optional)
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- TM16Mnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- TM16MYes
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- TM16MNo
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- TM16MTMflow, flowchart base
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- TM16M—
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- TM16MModbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- TM16M$40,000
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- TM16M—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | Taiwan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $40,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 16 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | 1.3 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 32.8 kg |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP44 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | CE (by regional model), SEMI S2 (optional) |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | TMflow, flowchart base |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | Modbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $40,000 |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 3 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Mounting Options, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and TM16M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. TM16M is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were robolink DP 5-axis arm and TM16M launched?
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. TM16M launched in 2016.
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to TM16M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. TM16M is listed at $40,000.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and TM16M compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. TM16M scores 46/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of robolink DP 5-axis arm compare to TM16M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. TM16M has a reach of 917 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and TM16M in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between robolink DP 5-axis arm and TM16M?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
robolink DP 5-axis arm vs TM16M compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.