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Material Handling Robots offer ±0.020 mm repeatability.
April 21, 2005 - Compact, 6-axis RV-3S and 5-axis RV-3SJ robots are IP65 rated and feature 64-bit RISC/DSP multi-tasking controller. They offer arm compliance, collision detection, and position restoration, in addition to maintenance forecasting and ANSI safety compliance. Operating at speeds to 5,500 mm/sec, robots have reach of 642 mm and payload capacities to 3 kg. Also offered in clean room versions, products are suited for laboratory and assembly automation.
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Release date: April 1, 2005
Rixan Associates Introduces New Mitsubishi RV-3S (6-Axis) and RV-3SJ (5-Axis) Series Robots Featuring Compact Footprint, Higher Payload, Speed and Improved Repeatability
Unique, Yet Powerful, Compact Design Results in Speeds up to 5,500mm/sec; Precise Repeatability of up to +/- 0.020mm; And Reach of 642mm and Payloads Up To 3kg
DAYTON, Ohio (April, 2005)---The all new compact and powerful RV-3S (6-axis) and RV-3SJ (5-axis) Series robots (which replace Mitsubishi’s current RV-2A and RV-3AJ models) are now available from Rixan Associates, the authorized North American Distributor for Mitsubishi Robots according to Stephen Harris, President of Rixan.
Harris commented, "The new RV-3S and RV-3SJ 3kg payload models are the ultimate in compact, affordable robots. They are the fastest robots in their class featuring speeds of up to 5,500mm/sec. Additionally, these new robots offer many other improved performance features over the RV-2A and RV3AJ models including improved repeatability of +/-0.020mm, a longer reach at 641mm as well as an improved range of motion. We are now taking orders for this robot which is very affordably and competitively- priced for a robot of its speed, payload and precision capabilities."
The RV-3S and RV-3SJ Series are IP65 rated. Other advanced functions include a 64-bit RISC/DSP multi-tasking controller; arm compliance; collision detection; position restoration; maintenance forecasting and full ANSI safety compliance. Clean room versions are also available.
The new series robots are recommended for use in laboratory automation; machine tool tending; assembly automation; injection-molding machine tending; small part deburring; automated dispensing and in educational systems.
According to Philip Brun, Director of Sales for Rixan Associates, “These new robots are very competitively-priced as we are now offering them in two different package configurations...Assemblies or Kits. The “assemblies” configuration includes: robot arm, controller, manuals, power/signal cables, and two year Rixan limited warranty—the longest in the industry. Or, they can be purchased in the “Kit” configuration which includes: the SP1 Service Package; Training Class Seat; Teach Pendant; Programming Software; I/O Cable; and Communication Cable. These two new configurations provide the customer a choice to purchase only what they need.”
RIXAN Associates, established in 1959, is the exclusive Distributor, Service Center and value-added retailer for Mitsubishi Electric robots in North America as well as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Robots. Rixan is a broad-based supplier of robots, robot automation and complete turnkey systems and solutions for industry. Rixan Associates is located in Dayton, Ohio and can be found on the web at www.rixan.com . Or by calling (937) 438-3005.
Contacts:
Sales:
Philip Brun Director of Sales
USA
Phone: 937-438-3005 E-mail this person Company Information: Name: Rixan Associates, Inc. Address: 7560 Paragon Rd. City: Dayton State: OH ZIP: 45459 Country: USA Phone: 937-438-3005 FAX: 937-438-0130 http://www.rixan.com
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