Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

Epson SCARA T6 vs Staubli TS40

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

Epson2 of 5 categories
Epson SCARA T6

Value SCARA for assembly and packaging cells

Staubli2 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
600 mm
Reach
400 mm
±0.04 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
4
Axes
4
22 kg
Robot mass
46 kg
2018
Introducedreference
2009

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the Staubli TS40 carries more, 8 kg to the Epson SCARA T6's 6 kg, and the Epson SCARA T6 reaches farther, 600 mm to 400 mm. If precision drives the job, the Staubli TS40 holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm. They run different controllers, the Epson SCARA T6 on the Built-in 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 Epson SCARA T6 lists Tabletop mounting while the Staubli TS40 lists Floor and Wall mounting, which the other does not. Both are aimed at assembly and packaging, with the Epson SCARA T6 stretching to machine tending.

Epson SCARA T6
  • Competitive cost for a full-size SCARA
  • Fast planar cycle times
  • Straightforward setup with Epson RC+ software
  • Multiple reach variants available
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 Epson SCARA T6 or the Staubli TS40?
The Staubli TS40 has more payload at 8 kg versus 6 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The Epson SCARA T6 has more reach at 600 mm versus 400 mm.
Which is more precise?
The Staubli TS40 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
Should I choose the Epson SCARA T6 or the Staubli TS40?
Match the pick to the job. The Epson SCARA T6 is a SCARA arm at 6 kg and 600 mm. The Staubli TS40 is a SCARA arm at 8 kg and 400 mm.