Omron Robotics TM14 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Omron Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | TM14 |
| Year | 2020 |
| Category | Industrial Lite |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Weight | 28.9 kg |
| Country of origin | JP |
Key features
- 14 kg payload
- 1,100 mm reach
- ±0.08 mm repeatability
- Built-in 5 MP wrist camera
- High-payload TM-series model
- ISO/TS 15066 compliant
- Heavy gripper capable
- Vision-guided heavy handling
What is it?
The Omron TM14 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with 14 kg payload and 1,100 mm reach, filling the gap between the TM12 (12 kg, 1,300 mm) and the TM25 (25 kg, 1,300 mm) in the TM-series lineup. The TM14 prioritises payload over reach compared to the TM12, sharing the same integrated wrist vision system and safety architecture. It is designed for applications where gripper-plus-part weight exceeds 12 kg but a reach of 1,100 mm is sufficient.
Who is it for?
- Automotive tier suppliers handling larger castings and stampings where 12 kg payload is borderline
- Electronics manufacturers assembling server and power supply components with heavy multi-fingered grippers
- Machine tending operations where the combined weight of the fixture and workpiece approaches 12–13 kg net
- Quality control operations requiring heavy multi-sensor inspection tooling with vision guidance
Key specs
- Payload: 14 kg
- Reach: 1,100 mm
- Repeatability: ±0.08 mm
- Degrees of freedom: 6
- Integrated vision: 5 MP colour camera, built-in LED lighting
- Weight (arm): 28.9 kg
- Safety: ISO/TS 15066 certified
- Connectivity: Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET
How it compares
The Universal Robots UR16e (16 kg, 900 mm) offers higher payload at shorter reach without built-in vision. The TM14 has 200 mm more reach and an integrated camera, but 2 kg less payload. For applications needing vision guidance and 1,100 mm reach at 12–14 kg payload, the TM14 is the only collaborative robot with built-in vision at this specification.
Limitations
- 1,100 mm reach is shorter than the TM12 (1,300 mm) at a similar payload class
- ±0.08 mm repeatability is below leading cobots in this payload range
- TM-series accessory ecosystem smaller than UR+ at 14 kg payload
- Collaborative speed limits may constrain throughput for high-cycle machine tending
FAQ
What is the TM14 payload and reach?
The TM14 has a 14 kg payload and 1,100 mm reach. It offers 2 kg more payload than the TM12 at 200 mm less reach, suited to heavier parts and grippers within a more compact cell.
What repeatability does the TM14 achieve?
The TM14 achieves ±0.08 mm repeatability, consistent with the TM12. This is acceptable for machine tending, heavy handling, and inspection but below the precision of UR16e class cobots.
How does the TM14 differ from the TM12?
The TM14 has 14 kg payload (vs 12 kg) but shorter reach at 1,100 mm (vs 1,300 mm). Both include built-in vision. Choose TM14 when payload is the constraint; choose TM12 when reach is the constraint.
What applications is the TM14 best suited to?
The TM14 is best for heavy machine tending, handling of large castings or server components, and quality inspection with heavy multi-sensor tooling, all within a 1,100 mm reach cell with built-in vision guidance.
How does the TM14 compare to the Universal Robots UR16e?
The UR16e has 16 kg payload and 900 mm reach without built-in vision. The TM14 has 14 kg and 1,100 mm reach with integrated camera. For vision-guided heavy handling at 1,100 mm reach, the TM14 is the only built-in-vision option in its class.