Shibaura Machine TVL500 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Shibaura Machine |
|---|---|
| Model | TVL500 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Category | Industrial Lite |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Payload | 5 kg |
| Reach | 500 mm |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, EtherCAT, DeviceNet |
| Country of origin | JP |
Key features
- 6-axis articulated compact robot
- 5kg payload, 500mm reach
- ±0.02mm precision repeatability
- Full end-effector orientation control
- Shibaura TS5000 controller
- Electronics and semiconductor optimised
- Compact footprint for tight workcells
What is it?
The Shibaura Machine TVL500 is a compact 6-axis articulated robot in the TVL series, positioned as the precision-grade small 6-axis option for electronics and semiconductor manufacturing where full end-effector orientation control is required.
Who is it for?
Electronics manufacturers needing full 6-axis dexterity for complex assembly or inspection at a compact 500mm reach. Semiconductor equipment integrators building precision workcells where SCARA architecture is insufficient for the required end-effector orientations.
Key specs
- Axes: 6
- Payload: 5 kg
- Reach: 500 mm
- Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
- Controller: Shibaura TS5000 controller
- Applications: Precision assembly, inspection, electronics handling
SCARA vs 6-axis at this scale
For purely vertical pick-and-place with no orientation change, the THL SCARA series is faster. The TVL500 is chosen when end-effector angle variation, diagonal approach paths, or complex joint geometries require full 6-axis freedom at compact scale.
How it compares
The TVL500 competes with Fanuc LR Mate 200iD and Yaskawa GP4 in the compact 6-axis segment, with Shibaura's precision manufacturing heritage delivering competitive repeatability.
FAQ
When should I choose the TVL500 over the THL SCARA robots?
Choose the TVL500 when full 6-axis end-effector orientation control is required — angled assembly approaches, complex inspection paths, or tasks requiring tool tilting. Choose THL SCARA when speed of vertical pick-and-place with consistent orientation is the priority.
What is the repeatability of the Shibaura TVL500?
±0.02mm — precision-grade for electronics assembly, component inspection, and semiconductor handling tasks.
What industries use the TVL500?
Electronics assembly, semiconductor equipment manufacturing, precision component inspection, and small-part manipulation in high-precision manufacturing environments.