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ABB IRB-6600

Built by ABB · Switzerland· Launched 2015

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#34 of 241 ranked Industrial Arm robots (1,062 listed)#109 on the Robots list (all categories)

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RoboScore

67.7/ 100

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On sale15%75/100
In use23%Not counted yet
Track record9%90/100
Specs on file23%100/100
Funding11%Not counted yet
Company age4%100/100
Other robots5%100/100
News8%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry3%Not counted yet

Overview

The ABB IRB-6600 is robust and flexible, engineered to handle heavy payloads while maintaining high speed and precision, ideal for arduous manufacturing tasks.

Flagship features

  • Features FANUC's proprietary Zero Downtime (ZDT) predictive maintenance system
  • Certified for cleanroom operation (optional package)
  • Over 10,000 units deployed globally
  • Winner of 2017 Industrial Robot Innovation Award
  • Integrated force sensor option available
  • Compatible with FANUC's iRVision 2D/3D vision systems

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At a glance

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
Standard industrial
≤ 225 kg
≤ 3200 mm
IP67
Floor
R-30iB Plus
Teach pendant, code python, offline programming
ISO 9409-1
CE, UL, ISO 10218-1
No

21% of industrial arm robots have it

Scaled
Manufacturing
6

More joints than 33% of 805 Industrial Arm robots with this spec

±0.1 mm

More precise than 10% of 648 Industrial Arm robots with this spec

235 kg

Heavier than 59% of 360 Industrial Arm robots with this spec

Detailed specifications

What it is built for5
Duty Cycle
continuous 24 7
Industries
automotive,electronics,general manufacturing
Applications
material handling,machine tending,assembly,palletizing
material handling
Primary Applications
material handling,machine tending,assembly
Movement & precision2
6
Max Speed M S
2.4
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 & support10
80-150K
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
purchase
Model Variants
M-20iD/25,M-20iD/25L,M-20iD/35
3
Lead Time Weeks
8
Price On Request
No
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US,CA,MX,UK,DE,FR,JP,CN
Service Network Density
global
Other details32
Mtbf Hours
100000
Emergency Stop
Yes
Tool Current A
2
Tool Voltage V
24
Analog Io Count
4
Ip Rating Wrist
IP67
Safe Zone Count
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
15
Iot Cloud Platform
FANUC ZDT
Typical Roi Months
18
Mes Erp Integration
SAP,Rockwell FactoryTalk
Inertia Capacity Kgm2
0.8
Max Joint Speed Deg S
250
Pneumatic Lines Count
2
Programming Languages
TP,KAREL
Electrical Lines Count
8
Internal Cable Routing
through arm and wrist
Predictive Maintenance
threshold based
Ros Industrial Support
vendor supported
Tool Flange Diameter Mm
100
Cycle Time 25 305 25 Sec
0.36
Spare Parts Lead Time Days
7
Expected Service Life Years
10
Integration Cost Multiplier
2.5
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

ABB in the news

the maker

8 events · last 12 months

  • Oct 12ABB Introduces AI Robot Vision Tool That Cuts Commissioning Time by Up to 90%, Cycle Times by Up to 50%
  • Sep 21ABB launches third-generation Foundry Prime robot, reduces maintenance cost by up to 60 percent
  • Jul 16ABB Robotics completes its AI-powered Visual SLAM AMR portfolio with new autonomous forklift

News about ABB, the maker, not about this robot specifically, except rows marked this robot. Collected and classified independently across 46 outlets, so a maker cannot add to it. It never changes this robot's RoboScore (the evidence half of the RoboIndex) and it can move it up a board by at most 15 points. See all ABB news

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the ABB IRB-6600?
The ABB IRB-6600 is developed by ABB, based in Switzerland.
What type of robot is the ABB IRB-6600?
The ABB IRB-6600 is a Industrial Arm made by ABB.
How much does the ABB IRB-6600 cost?
Pricing for the ABB IRB-6600 is not publicly listed. Contact ABB for a quote.
When was the ABB IRB-6600 launched?
The ABB IRB-6600 was launched in 2015.
What are the key specifications of the ABB IRB-6600?
Key specifications of the ABB IRB-6600: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, payload ≤ 225 kg, reach ≤ 3200 mm, repeatability ±0.1 mm.

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