Comau Robotics NJ 220 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Comau Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | NJ 220 |
| Year | 2015 |
| Category | Industrial Lite |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Weight | 1430 kg |
| Country of origin | IT |
Key features
- 220 kg payload
- 2,700 mm reach
- ±0.06 mm repeatability
- Highest NJ-series payload
- Press-to-press transfer rated
- Heavy spot welding capable
- C5G controller platform
- Stellantis automotive proven
What is it?
The Comau NJ 220 is a 6-axis industrial robot with 220 kg payload and 2,700 mm reach, the highest-payload model in the NJ series. Designed for the heaviest material handling tasks in automotive manufacturing — press loading, stamped part transfer, spot welding of large assemblies, and heavy component assembly. The NJ 220's 220 kg capacity covers the majority of automotive body stamping and subassembly handling tasks.
Who is it for?
- Automotive OEM stamping plants running press-to-press transfer and die loading at high cycle rates
- Body-in-white lines performing heavy spot welding on large structural assemblies
- Tier-1 automotive suppliers handling large stampings, castings, and engine components
- Heavy engineering manufacturers requiring 200+ kg handling capacity with industrial robot precision
Key specs
- Payload: 220 kg
- Reach: 2,700 mm
- Repeatability: ±0.06 mm
- Degrees of freedom: 6
- Weight (arm): 1,430 kg
- Controller: Comau C5G
- Applications: Spot welding, press transfer, heavy material handling
- Mounting: Floor, inverted
How it compares
The Fanuc R-2000iC/210F (210 kg, 2,650 mm) and KUKA KR 210 R2700 (210 kg, 2,701 mm) are the primary competitors. The NJ 220 leads on payload at 220 kg; all three are at similar reach. For European automotive press lines with Stellantis integration requirements, the NJ 220 has a reference list advantage.
Limitations
- 1,430 kg arm weight demands heavy civil foundations and specialised installation equipment
- Full perimeter safety guarding and safety-rated PLC integration mandatory
- C5G programming expertise less available globally than Fanuc or KUKA
- Comau's after-sales service and spare parts availability outside Europe is more limited
FAQ
What is the Comau NJ 220 payload and reach?
The NJ 220 has a 220 kg payload and 2,700 mm reach, the highest payload in the NJ series. It is designed for heavy automotive press transfer, spot welding, and large-component material handling.
What repeatability does the NJ 220 achieve?
The NJ 220 achieves ±0.06 mm repeatability. At 220 kg payload, this is appropriate for stamping transfer, heavy welding, and assembly tasks where sub-0.1 mm consistency is required.
What applications is the NJ 220 best suited to?
The NJ 220 is primarily deployed in automotive press lines for stamped part transfer, body-in-white spot welding on large structural assemblies, and heavy material handling in high-volume manufacturing environments.
How does the NJ 220 compare to the Fanuc R-2000iC/210F?
The Fanuc R-2000iC/210F has 210 kg payload at 2,650 mm reach. The NJ 220 has 10 kg more payload at 50 mm more reach. The Fanuc has a larger global service network; the NJ 220 has a deeper automotive reference list in European Stellantis facilities.
What infrastructure does the NJ 220 require?
The NJ 220 weighs 1,430 kg and requires engineered concrete foundations. Installation requires overhead crane or gantry equipment. Full perimeter guarding with safety-rated interlock systems is mandatory for all deployments.