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Obsidian™

Built by Path Robotics · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The Obsidian™ is a Industrial Arm developed by Path Robotics (United States), launched 2017. Key specifications: arm class welding, payload 16 kg, reach 1000 mm, weight 58 kg.

RoboScore

59.2/ 100

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Weighted factors

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Commercial maturity15%75/100
Deployment footprint23%unknown
Proven track record9%70/100
Spec completeness23%90/100
Company financial health11%87/100
Company maturity4%40/100
Manufacturer portfolio5%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)8%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown

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Overview

Path welding cells combine advanced vision with Obsidian, our foundational welding AI trained on millions of inches of real welds, to adapt in real time to variation and deliver consistent, high first pass yield on complex parts.

Flagship features

  • 7-axis joints provide flexibility where 6-axis cobots cannot
  • Fast online support available from US factory
  • Intuitive job teaching via control handle without programming experience
  • Compatible with various grippers and tailored packages for machine tending

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$256.0M raised in 3 confirmed roundsest. 2018

Rove mobile welding system launched

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Industrial Arm
Arm class
welding
Payload
16 kg
Reach
1000 mm
Weight
58 kg
IP rating
IP30
Programming
no code gui,drag and drop
Safety cert.
IP30, IP41
Industries
manufacturing
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$256.0M· 3 rounds
Founded
2018

Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
Applications
machine tending,packaging,deburring,welding,gluing
Movement & precision1
Dof
7
Controls & integration6
Setup Time Hours
1
Compatible Vision
OB Vision
Software Platform
Zero programming tablet
Training Required
none
Fieldbus Protocols
Ethernet IP,TCP/IP,Modbus
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq,OnRobot,Piab,Schmalz,PhD,Schunk
Buying & support4
Price Tier
40-80K
Model Variants
OB7 Stretch,OB7 Max 16,OB7 Max 12,OB7 Max 8
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US

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Company milestones

  • Apr 2026LaunchRove mobile welding system launched
  • Apr 2026MilestoneRove public launch at Sea-Air-Space 2026
  • May 2021LaunchNew website launched
  • May 2021FundingSeries B financing
  • 2025LaunchObsidian foundational AI model announced
  • 2014MilestoneCompany founded

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Obsidian™?
The Obsidian™ is developed by Path Robotics, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Obsidian™?
The Obsidian™ is a Industrial Arm made by Path Robotics.
How much does the Obsidian™ cost?
Pricing for the Obsidian™ is not publicly listed — contact Path Robotics for a quote.
When was the Obsidian™ launched?
The Obsidian™ was launched in 2017.
What are the key specifications of the Obsidian™?
Key specifications of the Obsidian™: arm class welding, payload 16 kg, reach 1000 mm, weight 58 kg, ip rating IP30.

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