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BLAST

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Updated May 2026·methodology
BLAST

Overview

Meet the ultimate action hero. This huge bot can punch, hammer, pick up and shoot obstacles in their path!

Specifications

Category: Education
Payload
10 kg
Reach
1,418 mm
Speed
1 m/s
Weight
46 kg
Launch year
2021
Price
$360
Status
active

Detailed specifications

Other7
Sub Category
6-axis cobot
Max Speed M S
1
$Schema Extras
{"contact_emails":["sales@fanucamerica.com","support@fanuc.eu","info@fanuc.co.jp"]}
Company Country
JP
Controller Model
51515 Hub
Youtube Video Id
qglsOSNMYvI
Additional Information
• Notable customer deployments: Toyota Boshoku (seat assembly), BMW Group (machine tending), Siemens Electronics (inspection). • Unique capabilities: High payload-to-weight ratio (10 kg arm weighs only 46 kg), built-in vision integration via iRVision, simple drag-and-drop teaching with no coding required. • Awards: Red Dot Design Award 2021, iF Design Award 2021, Japan Robot Association Technology Award. • Partnerships: Integrated with Robotiq, OnRobot, SCHUNK for end-effectors; Cognex for vision; Siemens for PLC connectivity. • Software ecosystem: CRX iHMI touch interface with PolyScope-like workflow, FANUC iRVision 2D/3D, optional force sensor, basic ROS 2 driver available on GitHub. • Competitive differentiators: Lowest weight in its payload class, shortest setup time (under 2 hours), built-in safety functions without external safety PLC, IP54 standard. • Known limitations: No high-IP option beyond IP54, limited absolute accuracy for high-precision tasks (no external measurement), no certified cleanroom version, payload drops significantly at full speed. • Financing options: Lease-to-own through FANUC Financial Services, 24–60 month terms available in US and EU.

Where will these robots operate? Often the same as your country — add more for multi-country deployments.

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