PiPER vs SA7A-7/0.60
Side-by-side comparison of PiPER (Agilex) and SA7A-7/0.60 (SIASUN) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- PiPERChina
- SA7A-7/0.60China
Year First Available
- PiPER—
- SA7A-7/0.602026
Verified Deployments
- PiPER0 Deployments
- SA7A-7/0.600 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- PiPER$1,999–$3,999 USD
- SA7A-7/0.60Contact for quote
Availability Status
- PiPERACTIVE
- SA7A-7/0.60ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- PiPER4.2 kg
- SA7A-7/0.60—
Payload
- PiPER1.5 kg
- SA7A-7/0.607 kg
Reach
- PiPER626 mm
- SA7A-7/0.60700 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- PiPER6
- SA7A-7/0.604
Repeatability
- PiPER±0.1 mm
- SA7A-7/0.60±0.02 mm
IP Rating (Arm)
- PiPER—
- SA7A-7/0.60IP20
IP Rating (Wrist)
- PiPER—
- SA7A-7/0.60IP67
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- PiPERIntegrated
- SA7A-7/0.60S series control cabinet
Programming Languages
- PiPERPython
- SA7A-7/0.60—
Teach Pendant Type
- PiPERtablet-based
- SA7A-7/0.60—
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- PiPERvendor supported
- SA7A-7/0.60—
End-Effector
Internal Cable Routing
- PiPER—
- SA7A-7/0.60through arm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- PiPER$1,999–$3,999 USD
- SA7A-7/0.60Contact for quote
Service Network
- PiPER—
- SA7A-7/0.60regional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,999–$3,999 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 4.2 kg | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 7 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 626 mm | 700 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 4 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | IP20 |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Integrated | S series control cabinet |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | Python | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | tablet-based | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | vendor supported | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $1,999–$3,999 USD | Contact for quote |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, 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 | PiPER | SA7A-7/0.60 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $2,999 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $247,001 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +8236% | — |
SA7A-7/0.60 has 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes PiPER and SA7A-7/0.60?
PiPER is made by Agilex, based in CN. SA7A-7/0.60 is made by SIASUN, based in CN.
How do PiPER and SA7A-7/0.60 compare on the Robo Index?
PiPER grades A on the Robo Index. SA7A-7/0.60 grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of PiPER compare to SA7A-7/0.60?
PiPER has a reach of 626 mm. SA7A-7/0.60 has a reach of 600 mm.
Are PiPER and SA7A-7/0.60 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 PiPER and SA7A-7/0.60?
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
PiPER vs SA7A-7/0.60 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 Index is calculated.