RDT401 vs SA7A-7/0.60
Side-by-side comparison of RDT401 (Foshan Ruipuhua Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd.) 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
- RDT401China

- SA7A-7/0.60China

Year First Available
- RDT4012012

- SA7A-7/0.602026

Verified Deployments
- RDT4010 Deployments

- SA7A-7/0.600 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- RDT401ACTIVE

- SA7A-7/0.60ACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
IP Rating (Arm)
- RDT401IP54

- SA7A-7/0.60IP20

Payload
- RDT4011 kg

- SA7A-7/0.607 kg

Reach
- RDT401200 mm

- SA7A-7/0.60700 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- RDT4014

- SA7A-7/0.604

Repeatability
- RDT401±0.1 mm

- SA7A-7/0.60±0.02 mm

Max TCP Speed
- RDT4014 m/s

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Robot Weight
- RDT40185 kg

- SA7A-7/0.60—

IP Rating (Wrist)
- RDT401—

- SA7A-7/0.60IP67

Performance
Duty Cycle
- RDT401multi shift

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Safety
Safety I/O Pairs
- RDT40124

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- RDT401—

- SA7A-7/0.60S series control cabinet

Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- RDT401none

- SA7A-7/0.60—

End-Effector
Tool Changer (ISO)
- RDT401none

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Internal Cable Routing
- RDT401external only

- SA7A-7/0.60through arm

Electrical Lines
- RDT40110

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Commercial
Warranty
- RDT4012 yrs

- SA7A-7/0.60—

Service Network
- RDT401regional

- SA7A-7/0.60regional

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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | IP20 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | 7 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 200 mm | 700 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 4 | 4 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 4 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 85 kg | — |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | multi shift | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety I/O Pairs (values differ) | 24 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | S series control cabinet |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | none | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | none | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | external only | through arm |
| Electrical Lines (values differ) | 10 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
| Service Network | regional | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Pneumatic Lines, Price (USD), 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 | RDT401 | SA7A-7/0.60 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
RDT401, SA7A-7/0.60 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes RDT401 and SA7A-7/0.60?
RDT401 is made by Foshan Ruipuhua Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN. SA7A-7/0.60 is made by SIASUN, based in CN.
When were RDT401 and SA7A-7/0.60 launched?
RDT401 launched in 2012. SA7A-7/0.60 launched in 2026.
How do RDT401 and SA7A-7/0.60 compare on the Robo Index?
RDT401 grades AA 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 RDT401 compare to SA7A-7/0.60?
RDT401 has a reach of 200 mm. SA7A-7/0.60 has a reach of 600 mm.
Are RDT401 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 RDT401 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
RDT401 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.