Mecademic launched its micro-SCARA robot in 2023, offering high speed and repeatability in a small and flexible format. The new tabletop SCARA follows the Mecademic tradition of developing high-quality, high-precision, smaller-footprint robots for assembly applications in electronics and healthcare. Mecademic has carved out a niche in the industrial robotics market with two of the tiniest yet fully capable robots on the market today.

The new MCS500 SCARA robot boasts repeatability of 0.005 mm. It features an embedded controller in the base of the robot and eight digital I/O and various communication ports, simplifying integration possibilities. The robot can be programmed with Mecademic’s software or integrated with any other robot control software.Mecademic robot arms include external 24/36V power supplies and are equipped with embedded safety modules, E-Stops and a safety I/O interface.

This industrial robotic innovation fills a crucial gap in the automation market amidst the growing trend towards miniaturization, and will create a strong demand across various industries where space is a premium. Mecademic claims the MCS500 is the world's most compact and most precise SCARA robot with a reach of 225 mm (8.8 in.) and a maximum payload of 1 kg (2.2 lbs).

With fast cycle times and mounting flexibility, the MCS500 is ideal for a variety of applications. It can be mounted on a table or hung from an overhead mounting platform, depending on the application requirements. This robust robot is unique in that it offers a combination of simplicity, precision, and high performance in a small package.

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