Comau Robotics Racer7 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Comau Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | Racer7 |
| Year | 2020 |
| Category | Industrial Lite |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Weight | 24 kg |
| Country of origin | IT |
Key features
- 7 kg payload
- 1,400 mm reach
- ±0.02 mm repeatability
- Extended-reach Racer variant
- IP65 rated
- Dual-station cell capable
- High-speed precision assembly
- C5G controller platform
What is it?
The Comau Racer7 is a 6-axis industrial robot with 7 kg payload, 1,400 mm reach, and ±0.02 mm repeatability. The longest-reach model in the Racer-series, the Racer7 extends the compact Racer platform to applications requiring extended reach at modest payload — notably large PCB panel handling, dual-station machine tending, and inspection across wide fixture arrays. Its slender arm profile maintains a compact footprint despite the 1,400 mm reach envelope.
Who is it for?
- PCB assemblers handling large motherboard panels or dual-board fixtures requiring 1,200–1,400 mm reach
- Machine tenders needing to service two adjacent machining centres from a single robot base position
- Automotive electronics suppliers running inspection and assembly across wide fixture layouts
- General integrators building extended-reach compact cells where a larger industrial robot would over-specify
Key specs
- Payload: 7 kg
- Reach: 1,400 mm
- Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
- Degrees of freedom: 6
- Weight (arm): 24 kg
- IP rating: IP65
- Controller: Comau C5G / RC
- Cycle time: Best-in-class for 7 kg extended-reach class
How it compares
The Fanuc M-10iA (10 kg, 1,422 mm) has higher payload at similar reach but is a larger, heavier arm. The Universal Robots UR10e (12.5 kg, 1,300 mm) is collaborative at slightly shorter reach. For guarded cells requiring maximum speed and precision at 7 kg across 1,400 mm, the Racer7 has a competitive cycle time and repeatability advantage over collaborative alternatives.
Limitations
- Not collaborative; safety guarding required for all standard deployments
- 7 kg payload limits tooling and workpiece combinations at extended reach
- Comau integrator network is smaller in North America and parts of Asia than Fanuc, KUKA, or ABB
- C5G controller expertise may be limited outside European automotive markets
FAQ
What is the Comau Racer7 payload and reach?
The Racer7 has a 7 kg payload and 1,400 mm reach, the longest reach in the Racer-series. This enables dual-station machine tending and service of wide fixture arrays from a single base position.
What repeatability does the Racer7 achieve?
The Racer7 achieves ±0.02 mm repeatability, consistent with the Racer3 and Racer5. This is better than most collaborative robots at this payload and reach class.
Is the Racer7 collaborative?
No. The Racer7 is a conventional industrial robot requiring physical safety guarding. For collaborative 7 kg applications, the Comau Rebel-S or Omron TM7-700 should be specified.
What applications is the Racer7 best suited to?
The Racer7 is best for extended-reach assembly, dual-station machine tending, large PCB panel handling, and inspection across wide fixture arrays where 1,400 mm reach and ±0.02 mm precision are both required.
How does the Racer7 compare to the Fanuc M-10iA?
The Fanuc M-10iA has 10 kg payload and 1,422 mm reach — higher payload at similar reach but a larger, heavier arm. The Racer7 is lighter and faster for applications at 7 kg or below. For payloads above 7 kg, the M-10iA is required.