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The AR1440 6-axis industrial robot arm is engineered specifically to deliver superior welding performance and productivity in demanding manufacturing environments. Designed with a primary focus on arc welding applications, this model provides an optimal balance of speed, precision, and spatial efficiency. It features a substantial 12 kg payload capacity, allowing it to support a wide variety of motorized torches and necessary sensors for complex operations. With a 1,440 mm horizontal reach, a 2,511 mm vertical reach, and an impressive 0.02 mm repeatability, the AR1440 ensures consistent, accurate positioning, which is critical for maintaining strict weld quality standards across high-volume production runs.
One of the most significant advantages for facility managers and production engineers is the slim profile design of the AR1440. This compact architecture allows for the close proximity placement of multiple robots, facilitating the creation of high-density workcells that maximize valuable floor space. The contoured arm provides easy access to parts even in tight spots, effectively avoiding potential interference with fixtures and surrounding equipment. Furthermore, the symmetric wrist profile offers an ample range of motion, providing equal torch access to both sides of a part. This design minimizes the need to reposition workpieces, thereby reducing cycle times and increasing overall throughput for procurement teams focused on production efficiency.
In industrial welding environments, cable degradation is a common source of downtime. The AR1440 addresses this challenge with a highly optimized cable management system. A 50 mm thru-hole is integrated directly into the design for routing torch cabling, hoses, and sensor wires. This internal routing significantly reduces cable interference and mechanical wear during operation. Additionally, the minimal U-axis cable protrusion and S-axis internal cable management work together to prolong cable life and maximize part access. By protecting critical wiring from the harsh welding environment, this modular robot harness design not only extends the operational lifespan of the equipment but also allows for improved diagnostics and streamlined maintenance procedures.
Achieving consistent weld quality requires a stable and rigid platform. The AR1440 is built with high allowable moment and inertia ratings, which provide exceptional wrist rigidity. This structural stability ensures that the welding torch remains precisely positioned throughout the entire motion path, resulting in uniform weld beads and fewer defects. To further enhance operational efficiency, the robot utilizes a single power and control cable connection. This streamlined wiring setup reduces installation time, simplifies troubleshooting, and increases overall work efficiency on the factory floor. An optimized feeder mounting area on the arm also helps to reduce equipment interference, ensuring smooth wire feeding during continuous arc welding tasks.
The AR1440 is driven by the compact YRC1000 controller, which utilizes a lightweight standard teach pendant designed for intuitive programming. This advanced control system offers a variety of exclusive programming functions specifically tailored to maximize weld quality and operational speed. For complex manufacturing setups, a single pendant can provide control for up to eight robots and multiple positioners simultaneously. This capability enables precise coordinated motion with other Yaskawa robots and servo positioners, creating a fully synchronized production line. While the floor-mounted model serves as the standard configuration, the AR1440 is also available in wall-, tilt-, or ceiling-mounted versions, providing project planners with the flexibility to adapt the system to specific facility layouts and structural requirements.
Axes | Maximum | Maximum speed | Allowable | Allowable |
degrees | o/sec | N ·m | kg ·m² | |
S | ±170 | 260 | - | - |
L | +155/-90 | 230 | - | - |
U | +140/-85 | 260 | - | - |
R | ±150 | 470 | 22 | 0.65 |
B | +90/-135 | 470 | 22 | 0.65 |
T | ±210 | 700 | 9.8 | 0.17 |
Item | Unit | AR1440 |
Controlled axes | 6 | |
Maximum payload | kg | 12 |
Repeatability | mm | 0.02 |
Horizontal reach | mm | 1,440 |
Vertical reach | mm | 2,511 |
Weight | kg | 150 |
Internal user I/O cable | 17 conductors w/ground | |
Internal user air line | (1)3/8"connection | |
Power requirements | 380-480 VAC | |
Power rating | kVA | 1.5 |
OPTIONS
• Extended length manipulator cables
• Robot risers
• Wide variety of fieldbus cards
• Vision systems
• Variety of weld packages
• Seam tracking and seam finding packages
• Functional Safety Unit (FSU)
• External axes
• MotoSim® offline programming