RCS P series
Built by Renishaw · United Kingdom
The RCS P series is a Industrial Arm developed by Renishaw (United Kingdom). Key specifications: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, repeatability ±0.001 mm, ip rating IPX8.
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Overview
RCS P series is Renishaw’s robot probing solution for fast, accurate alignment and recovery in automated cells.
Flagship features
- Designed specifically for industrial robot end-of-arm tooling, not a stand-alone robot arm
- Enables automated part frame alignment and in-process control, reducing manual reteaching after cell relocation, maintenance, or collision
- Radio transmission uses frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) at 2.4 GHz, compliant with global radio regulations
- Two mounting variants: ISO 9409 bracket (R-PK1 F) and shank adaptor for spindles (R-PK1 S)
- Pairs with Renishaw RCS RPU for custom macros and automated calibration routines
- Recommended styli: M4, 50-100 mm, with material break stem advised
Buyer decision signals
Viability
First company registered
Availability
Specifications
Category: Industrial Arm- Arm class
- standard industrial
- Axes
- 6
- Repeatability
- ±0.001 mm
- IP rating
- IPX8
- Mounting
- floor, ceiling, wall
- Controller
- RCS RPU
- Programming
- RCS Software Suite
- Tool flange
- ISO 9409-1
- Force limiting
- No
- Maturity
- commercial
- Industries
- manufacturing
Company profile
- Founded
- 1973
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics1
- Dof
- 6
Other8
- Applications
- welding,additive_manufacturing,machining,dispensing
- Sub Category
- probing_solution
- Datasheet Url
- Preview PDF online
- Warranty Years
- 1
- Company Country
- GB
- Deployment Notes
- Supports major brands including ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, and Yaskawa. Successful deployment case study: Ronchini.
- Software Platform
- RCS Software Suite
- Additional Information
- - Designed specifically for industrial robot end-of-arm tooling, not a stand-alone robot arm. - Enables automated part frame alignment and in-process control, reducing manual reteaching after cell relocation, maintenance, or collision. - Radio transmission uses frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) at 2.4 GHz, compliant with global radio regulations. - Two mounting variants: ISO 9409 bracket (R-PK1 F) and shank adaptor for spindles (R-PK1 S). - Pairs with Renishaw RCS RPU for custom macros and automated calibration routines. - Recommended styli: M4, 50-100 mm, with material break stem advised. - Unidirectional repeatability up to 1.00 µm (2σ). - Operating range up to 15 m (49.2 ft) with RMI QE receiver/interface unit. - IPX8 rating (BS EN 60529) suitable for harsh environments; IK01 impact rating for glass window. - Weight: 490.8 g (bracket mount), 445.3 g (shank mount). - Spindle speed maximum: 1000 r/min. - Storage temperature: -25°C to +70°C. - This product is an accessory/probe, not a robot arm; category set to 'industrial-arm' as it is designed for integration with industrial arms.
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Company milestones
- Apr 1973MilestoneFirst company registered
- 2023Milestone50th anniversary
- 1973MilestoneCompany founded
- 1973LaunchTP1 probe launched
- —MilestoneRCS P-series introduced for robot-cell probing
- —LaunchRenishaw launches RCS product line
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the RCS P series?
- The RCS P series is developed by Renishaw, based in United Kingdom.
- What type of robot is the RCS P series?
- The RCS P series is a Industrial Arm made by Renishaw.
- How much does the RCS P series cost?
- Pricing for the RCS P series is not publicly listed — contact Renishaw for a quote.
- What are the key specifications of the RCS P series?
- Key specifications of the RCS P series: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, repeatability ±0.001 mm, ip rating IPX8, mounting floor, ceiling, wall.
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