Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

Epson VT6 vs Staubli TX2-60L

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

Epson2 of 5 categories
Epson VT6

Compact folded-arm robot for tight assembly cells

Staubli1 of 5 categories
Staubli TX2-60L

Clean, precise arm for assembly and dispensing

Specification duel

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

6 kg
Payload
3.7 kg
920 mm
Reach
920 mm
±0.1 mm
Repeatability
±0.02 mm
6
Axes
6
40 kg
Robot mass
52.9 kg
2019
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the Epson VT6 carries more, 6 kg to the Staubli TX2-60L's 3.7 kg. If precision drives the job, the Staubli TX2-60L holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm. They run different controllers, the Epson VT6 on the Built-in controller and the Staubli TX2-60L on the CS9, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker.

Epson VT6
  • 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
Staubli TX2-60L
  • Fully enclosed arm keeps particulates out
  • Cleanroom and food-grade variants available
  • Tight repeatability for precision assembly
  • Internal routing protects cables from wear

Common questions

Which has more payload, the Epson VT6 or the Staubli TX2-60L?
The Epson VT6 has more payload at 6 kg versus 3.7 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The Epson VT6 and Staubli TX2-60L match at 920 mm.
Which is more precise?
The Staubli TX2-60L holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
Should I choose the Epson VT6 or the Staubli TX2-60L?
Match the pick to the job. The Epson VT6 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 6 kg and 920 mm. The Staubli TX2-60L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 3.7 kg and 920 mm.