The myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is a Cobot developed by Elephant Robotics (China), launched 2023, priced $799–$1,125 USD. Key specifications: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 0.25 kg, reach 280 mm.
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Overview
A desktop collaborative robot arm based on Raspberry Pi 4B microprocessor with Ubuntu 18.04, designed for practical teaching and robotic algorithm development. Features a working radius of 280mm, 250g payload capacity, and supports multiple programming languages including Python, C++, and ROS. Equipped with open-source Linux ecosystem, myBlockly programming, drag-and-teach functionality, camera support, and various sensors for color visual tracking, QR code and gesture recognition.
Flagship features
- Open-source software and development community
- Supports ROS 1 and ROS 2
- Includes detailed Gitbook tutorials for setup and programming
- Compatible with various grippers and accessories for diverse applications
- Used in educational and research institutions globally
- Lifetime customer support available
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Founded and joined HAX
Price
purchase
Availability
Specifications
Category: Cobot- Type
- six axis collaborative
- Axes
- 6
- Payload
- 0.25 kg
- Reach
- 280 mm
- Repeatability
- ±0.5 mm
- Weight
- 0.86 kg
- Force limiting
- Yes
- F/T sensing
- none
- No-code
- Yes
- API / SDK
- Yes
Company profile
- Founded
- 2016
Detailed specifications
Compute1
- Ros Compatible
- true
Other15
- Price Tier
- 20-40K
- Applications
- pick_and_place,assembly of small parts,educational demonstrations
- Sub Category
- tabletop
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Model Variants
- myCobot 280 Dual Screen,myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi,myCobot 280 Jetson Nano,myCobot 280 Arduino,myCobot 280 All-in-one Suite,myCobot 280 RDK X5
- Company Country
- CN
- Compatible Vision
- AI 3D Vision Kit
- Industries Served
- education,manufacturing,research
- Software Platform
- UIFlow
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Availability Status
- available
- Compatible Grippers
- myCobot Adaptive Gripper
- Programming Interface
- code_python,code_ros,drag_and_drop
- Additional Information
- - Open-source software and development community. - Supports ROS 1 and ROS 2. - Includes detailed Gitbook tutorials for setup and programming. - Compatible with various grippers and accessories for diverse applications. - Used in educational and research institutions globally. - Lifetime customer support available
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Company milestones
- 2016FundingFounded and joined HAX
- 2016MilestoneCompany founded in Shenzhen
- —MilestonemechArm series ROS support documented
- —MilestonemechArm product page published
- —LaunchmyCobot 280 Pi product page and Raspberry Pi cobot positioning
- —MilestoneRaspberry Pi forum discussion of myCobot-Pi 280
- —DeploymentHackster setup guide for myCobot 280 Pi
- —MilestonemyCobot 280 product family listing
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
- The myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is developed by Elephant Robotics, based in China.
- What type of robot is the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
- The myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is a Cobot made by Elephant Robotics.
- How much does the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi cost?
- The myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is priced $799–$1,125 USD.
- When was the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi launched?
- The myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi was launched in 2023.
- What are the key specifications of the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
- Key specifications of the myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 0.25 kg, reach 280 mm, repeatability ±0.5 mm.
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