The YuMi is a Cobot developed by ABB (Switzerland), launched 2011, priced at $40,000–$51,000 USD. Key specifications: type dual arm collaborative, axes 14, payload 0.5 kg, reach 560 mm.
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Overview
YuMi is a manipulator arm designed for manufacturing environments where humans and robots work side by side. It's compact, precise, and optimized for assembly tasks. Equipped with padded arms for enhanced safety and capable of producing 500 parts per hour in manufacturing settings.
Flagship features
- World's first truly collaborative dual-arm robot
- 7 axes per arm for human-like dexterity
- Integrated vision system for precise part handling
- Soft padded plastic covering eliminates pinch points
- Stops movement in milliseconds upon unexpected contact (collision detection)
- 0.02 mm repeatability for high-precision tasks
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Deployments
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Specifications
Category: Cobot- Type
- dual arm collaborative
- Axes
- 14
- Payload
- 0.5 kg
- Reach
- 560 mm
- Repeatability
- ±0.02 mm
- Weight
- 38 kg
- TCP speed
- 1.5 m/s
- IP rating
- IP30
- Safety cert.
- Performance-Level PL b der Category B (EN ISO 13849)
- Force limiting
- Yes
- F/T sensing
- none
- No-code
- Yes
- Teach pendant
- Teach Panel
- API / SDK
- Yes
- CaaS / month
- $1,000
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Company profile
- Founded
- 1988
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- pick and place,assembly
- Sub Category
- dual-arm
- Industries Served
- Small parts assembly, consumer electronics, consumer goods, small and medium enterprises; manufacturing applications include assembly[1][2].
Sensing & perception1
- Force Torque Present
- Yes
Controls & integration3
- Compatible Grippers
- Integrated gripper with vision and vacuum[9].
- Connectivity Options
- ethernet
- Programming Interface
- ABB Rapid; lead-through programming[3][9].
Other details1
- Gripper Cameras
- Servo grippers include options for built-in cameras.
Who runs it· deployment evidence
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Company milestones
- Apr 2024LaunchABB launches IRB 1100 harsh-environment version
- Feb 2021LaunchABB launches SWIFTI CRB 1100
- Mar 2013LaunchABB launches IRB 6700 family
- 2024LaunchABB launches IP67-rated IRB 1100 for harsh environments
- 2023MilestoneUltra Accuracy feature announced for GoFa cobots
- 2023LaunchABB launches OmniVance Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell
- 2023LaunchABB adds GoFa 10 and GoFa 12 variants
- 2023LaunchABB launches higher-payload GoFa variants
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the YuMi?
- The YuMi is developed by ABB, based in Switzerland.
- What type of robot is the YuMi?
- The YuMi is a Cobot made by ABB.
- How much does the YuMi cost?
- The YuMi is priced at $40,000–$51,000 USD.
- When was the YuMi launched?
- The YuMi was launched in 2011.
- What are the key specifications of the YuMi?
- Key specifications of the YuMi: type dual arm collaborative, axes 14, payload 0.5 kg, reach 560 mm, repeatability ±0.02 mm.
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