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milliDelta

Built by Harvard's Microrobotics L · United States

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The milliDelta is a Research robot developed by Harvard's Microrobotics L (United States), launched 2017.

RoboScore

38.7/ 100

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Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint20%55/100
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%93/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%unknown
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

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Overview

The milliDelta is a miniaturized delta robot using piezoelectric actuators, weighing only 0.43 grams, capable of fast, precise movements within a small workspace, suitable for biomedical applications.

At a glance

  • Built for pick and place and micromanipulation
  • Used across manufacturing, medical and research
  • Programmed through teach pendant and drag and drop
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS
  • Certified to ISO 10218 1 and ISO/TS 15066

Buyer decision signals

Viability

milliDelta introduced by Harvard/Wyss researchers

Price

Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Availability

research-only8-week lead time2-yr warranty

Specifications

Category: Research
Payload
0 kg
Reach
7 mm
Speed
0.45 m/s
Weight
0 kg
Launch year
2017
Price
Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
pick and place,micromanipulation,microsurgery
Sub Category
delta robot
Industries Served
manufacturing,medical,research
Movement & precision3
Dof
3
Max Speed M S
1.1
Repeatability Mm
0.005
Controls & integration8
Api Available
true
Ros Compatible
true
Setup Time Hours
8
Compatible Vision
FANUC iRVision,Cognex In-Sight,Keyence CV-X
Software Platform
FANUC CRX iHMI
Training Required
basic_<1day
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,SCHUNK PG Plus,Piab suction (various)
Programming Interface
teach pendant,drag and drop
Safety & certification3
Force Limiting
true
Operating Temp
0–45°C
Safety Certification
ISO 10218-1,ISO/TS 15066,CE,UL 1740
Buying & support9
Price Tier
20-40K
Datasheet Url
View Link
Pricing Model
purchase
Model Variants
CRX-5iA,CRX-10iA/L,CRX-20iA/L
Warranty Years
2
Lead Time Weeks
8
Deployment Count
10000
Availability Status
research-only
Countries Available
Worldwide,Japan,United States,Germany,China

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Company milestones

  • 2015LaunchmilliDelta introduced by Harvard/Wyss researchers
  • 2015MilestoneScience Robotics paper published on milliDelta
  • MilestoneLab founded by Prof. Robert Wood
  • MilestoneFocus on microrobotics research

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the milliDelta?
The milliDelta is developed by Harvard's Microrobotics L, based in United States.
What type of robot is the milliDelta?
The milliDelta is a Research robot made by Harvard's Microrobotics L.
How much does the milliDelta cost?
Pricing for the milliDelta is not publicly listed — contact Harvard's Microrobotics L for a quote.
When was the milliDelta launched?
The milliDelta was launched in 2017.

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