Head to head
ABB IRB 1100 vs Epson VT6
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
Small precise arm for assembly and dispensing
Compact folded-arm robot for tight assembly cells
Specification duel
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The verdict
The specs separate them here: the Epson VT6 carries more, 6 kg to the ABB IRB 1100's 4 kg, and the Epson VT6 reaches farther, 920 mm to 580 mm. If precision drives the job, the ABB IRB 1100 holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm. They run different controllers, the ABB IRB 1100 on the OmniCore and the Epson VT6 on the Built-in controller, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker. For a tight or overhead cell, the ABB IRB 1100 lists Any angle mounting while the Epson VT6 lists Floor and Wall mounting, which the other does not.
- Very tight repeatability for small-parts work
- Compact size fits benchtop cells
- SafeMove options for shared workspace
- Fast for short-cycle assembly tasks
- Folded-arm design reduces swept volume
- Consistent programming environment with Epson SCARA robots
- Competitive cost for the payload class
- Good fit for dense multi-robot cells
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 1100 or the Epson VT6?
- The Epson VT6 has more payload at 6 kg versus 4 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The Epson VT6 has more reach at 920 mm versus 580 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The ABB IRB 1100 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
- Should I choose the ABB IRB 1100 or the Epson VT6?
- Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 1100 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 4 kg and 580 mm. The Epson VT6 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 6 kg and 920 mm.