Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

ABB IRB 910SC vs Omron i4

A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.

ABB2 of 5 categories
ABB IRB 910SC

Compact SCARA for assembly and small-parts handling

Omron1 of 5 categories
Omron i4

Compact SCARA for light assembly and packaging

Specification duel

Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.

6 kg
Payload
5 kg
650 mm
Reach
550 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
4
Axes
4
25.5 kg
Robot mass
16.5 kg
2016
Introducedreference
2021

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the ABB IRB 910SC carries more, 6 kg to the Omron i4's 5 kg. They run different controllers, the ABB IRB 910SC on the IRC5 and the Omron i4 on the Built-in internal 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 910SC lists Floor mounting while the Omron i4 lists Table and Wall mounting, which the other does not. Both are aimed at assembly and packaging, with the ABB IRB 910SC stretching to machine tending.

ABB IRB 910SC
  • Fast planar cycle times
  • Multiple reach and payload variants
  • Compact footprint for bench integration
  • Simple programming for pick-and-place tasks
Omron i4
  • Very compact for dense bench cells
  • Tight repeatability for small-parts assembly
  • Integrates with Omron vision and PLC systems
  • Low mass simplifies mounting

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 910SC or the Omron i4?
The ABB IRB 910SC has more payload at 6 kg versus 5 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The ABB IRB 910SC has more reach at 650 mm versus 550 mm.
Which is more precise?
Both are rated at ±0.01 mm repeatability.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 910SC or the Omron i4?
Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 910SC is a SCARA arm at 6 kg and 650 mm. The Omron i4 is a SCARA arm at 5 kg and 550 mm.