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.