Who makes the ABB IRB-4600?

The ABB IRB-4600 is developed by ABB, based in Switzerland.

What type of robot is the ABB IRB-4600?

The ABB IRB-4600 is a Industrial Arm made by ABB.

How much does the ABB IRB-4600 cost?

Pricing for the ABB IRB-4600 is not publicly listed. Contact ABB for a quote.

When was the ABB IRB-4600 launched?

The ABB IRB-4600 was launched in 2015.

What are the key specifications of the ABB IRB-4600?

Key specifications of the ABB IRB-4600: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, payload ≤ 60 kg, reach ≤ 2550 mm, repeatability ±0.05 mm.

Industrial ArmManufacturing Warehousing & Logistics

ABB IRB-4600

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Description: The ABB IRB-4600 is a highly efficient industrial robot, designed for tasks that require precision and speed in a compact form factor, making it ideal for manufacturing applications.

Built by ABB · Switzerland· Launched 2015

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

Listed on Robolist since April 2026

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Made by ABBListed · SIX ABBNOpen company

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Overview

The ABB IRB-4600 is a highly efficient industrial robot, designed for tasks that require precision and speed in a compact form factor, making it ideal for manufacturing applications.

Flagship features

Certified for cleanroom applications (ISO Class 5)
Integrated force sensor option available
Winner of 2016 Industrial Robot Innovation Award
Partnership with Rockwell Automation for integrated control solutions
Training programs available through FANUC Academy

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yet CompanyListed · SIX ABBNFounded around 1988 · Switzerland List priceOn requestNo public price on record AvailabilityAvailableWarranty 1 yr

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated

: Standard industrial
: ≤ 60 kg
: ≤ 2550 mm
: IP67
: Floor, ceiling/inverted
: OmniCore
: Teach pendant, code python, offline programming
: ISO 9409-1
: Cleanroom Class 5 (ISO14644-1)
: No
: Commercial
: Automotive, electronics manufacturing, general industrial assembly

: 6
: ±0.05 mm
: 235 kg

Detailed specifications

What it is built for5

Duty Cycle: continuous 24 7
Industries: automotive,electronics,general manufacturing
Applications: material handling,machine tending,assembly
: material handling
Primary Applications: material handling,machine tending,assembly

Movement & precision2

: 6
Max Speed M S: 2

Power & runtime1

Power Consumption W: 1500

Controls & integration6

: Yes
: Yes
Software Platform: ROBOGUIDE
Fieldbus Protocols: ethernet ip,profinet,devicenet
: smart pad
Compatible Grippers: SCHUNK,Robotiq,ATI

Safety & certification3

: 0°C to 45°C
Temperature Range Max C: 45
Temperature Range Min C: 0

Buying & support11

: 40-80K
Datasheet Url: Preview PDF online
: purchase
Model Variants: M-20iD/25,M-20iD/25L,M-20iD/35
Price Currency: USD
: 1
Lead Time Weeks: 8
Price On Request: No
Availability Status: available
Countries Available: US,CA,MX,BR,DE,FR,IT,ES,CN,JP,KR
Service Network Density: global

Other details37

Mtbf Hours: 100000
Mttr Hours: 4
Cycle Time S: 0.36
Emergency Stop: Yes
Tool Current A: 5
Tool Voltage V: 24
Analog Io Count: 4
Ip Rating Wrist: IP67
Safe Zone Count: 3
Safety Io Pairs: 8
Digital Io Count: 40
Path Accuracy Mm: 0.5
Tool Changer Iso: ATI
Dual Check Safety: Yes
Vibration Damping: active model based
E Stop Response Ms: 10
Iot Cloud Platform: FANUC ZDT
Typical Roi Months: 18
Mes Erp Integration: SAP,Siemens MES
Digital Twin Support: Yes
Inertia Capacity Kgm2: 0.8
Max Joint Speed Deg S: 250
Pneumatic Lines Count: 2
Programming Languages: TP,KAREL
Electrical Lines Count: 12
Internal Cable Routing: through arm and wrist
Predictive Maintenance: threshold based
Ros Industrial Support: vendor supported
Tool Flange Diameter Mm: 120
Cycle Time 25 305 25 Sec: 0.36
Spare Parts Lead Time Days: 14
Expected Service Life Years: 10
Integration Cost Multiplier: 2.5
Cybersecurity Certifications: IEC 62443 SL1
Offline Programming Software: ROBOGUIDE
Teach Pendant Display Inches: 8
Joint Position Resolution Deg: 0.0001

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Company milestones(estimated)

2024LaunchABB launches IP67-rated IRB 1100 for harsh environments
Apr 2024LaunchABB launches IRB 1100 harsh-environment version
2023MilestoneUltra Accuracy feature announced for GoFa cobots
2023LaunchABB launches OmniVance Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell
2023LaunchABB adds GoFa 10 and GoFa 12 variants
2023LaunchABB launches higher-payload GoFa variants
Feb 2021LaunchABB launches SWIFTI CRB 1100
Mar 2013LaunchABB launches IRB 6700 family

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the ABB IRB-4600?: The ABB IRB-4600 is developed by ABB, based in Switzerland.
What type of robot is the ABB IRB-4600?: The ABB IRB-4600 is a Industrial Arm made by ABB.
How much does the ABB IRB-4600 cost?: Pricing for the ABB IRB-4600 is not publicly listed. Contact ABB for a quote.
When was the ABB IRB-4600 launched?: The ABB IRB-4600 was launched in 2015.
What are the key specifications of the ABB IRB-4600?: Key specifications of the ABB IRB-4600: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, payload ≤ 60 kg, reach ≤ 2550 mm, repeatability ±0.05 mm.

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