Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

ABB IRB 910SC vs Staubli TS40

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

Staubli1 of 5 categories
Staubli TS40

Clean SCARA for precision assembly and packaging

Specification duel

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

6 kg
Payload
8 kg
650 mm
Reach
400 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
4
Axes
4
25.5 kg
Robot mass
46 kg
2016
Introducedreference
2009

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the Staubli TS40 carries more, 8 kg to the ABB IRB 910SC's 6 kg, and the ABB IRB 910SC reaches farther, 650 mm to 400 mm. They run different controllers, the ABB IRB 910SC on the IRC5 and the Staubli TS40 on the CS8C, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker. For a tight or overhead cell, the Staubli TS40 lists 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
Staubli TS40
  • Sealed construction suits clean production lines
  • Fast planar cycle times
  • Tight repeatability for small-parts assembly
  • Cleanroom-rated option available

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 910SC or the Staubli TS40?
The Staubli TS40 has more payload at 8 kg versus 6 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The ABB IRB 910SC has more reach at 650 mm versus 400 mm.
Which is more precise?
Both are rated at ±0.01 mm repeatability.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 910SC or the Staubli TS40?
Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 910SC is a SCARA arm at 6 kg and 650 mm. The Staubli TS40 is a SCARA arm at 8 kg and 400 mm.