ABB IRB 1100 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 4 kg Industrial Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 1100 is a six-axis industrial robot with a payload of 4 kg, a reach of 475–580 mm and ±0.01 mm repeatability, listed from USD 19,000. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The IRB 1100 is a compact, high-speed six-axis robot with a 4 kg payload, a reach of 475 mm or 580 mm and ±0.01 mm repeatability. It is used for assembly, testing, loading and unloading, screwdriving and surface finishing, mainly in electronics manufacturing. It is listed from USD 19,000.
ABB IRB 1100 at a Glance
Payload: 4 kg
Reach: 475–580 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.01 mm
Controller: ABB OmniCore
Price: from USD 19,000
ABB IRB 1100 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 1100.
Specification | ABB IRB 1100 |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 1100 |
Robot type | Six-axis industrial robot |
Payload | 4 kg |
Reach | 475–580 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm |
Controller | ABB OmniCore |
Interfaces | PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs |
Certifications | ISO 10218-1, EN ISO 13849-1 Cat. 3, PL d |
Starting price | From USD 19,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Max. payload 4 kg
Reach 475 mm or 580 mm
Repeatability ±0.01 mm
Mass 20.5 kg (475 mm) or 21 kg (580 mm)
Mounting any angle
Protection IP40, IP67 and cleanroom ISO 4 optional
Controller OmniCore E10, C30 or C90XT
Design and Build Quality
The robot weighs about 21 kg and mounts at any angle. It is rated IP40 as standard, with IP67 and ISO 4 cleanroom versions available, and runs on the OmniCore E10, C30 or C90XT controller.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 1100 runs on the ABB OmniCore controller. OmniCore is ABB's current robot controller family.
RAPID and RobotStudio
Programs are written in ABB's RAPID language and can be created, simulated and tested offline in RobotStudio before they are loaded to the robot.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, 16 digital inputs and 16 digital outputs.
ABB IRB 1100 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 1100 are material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Electronics Assembly and Testing
The ±0.01 mm repeatability suits placing components, loading test fixtures and handling finished devices.
Screwdriving and Surface Finishing
The 4 kg payload carries small screwdriving tools and finishing heads for polishing and deburring of compact parts.
Loading and Unloading
A 21 kg arm that mounts at any angle fits inside small machines and dense cells for part transfer.
ABB IRB 1100 Price and Value
The ABB IRB 1100 is listed from USD 19,000 on All Things Cobots. The controller configuration, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
±0.01 mm repeatability
About 21 kg and any-angle mounting
IP67 and ISO 4 cleanroom versions available
Choice of OmniCore E10, C30 or C90XT controllers
Cons
4 kg payload
Reach of at most 580 mm
IP40 as standard
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 1100?
The IRB 1100 fits electronics and small-parts manufacturers that need a fast, precise arm in a compact cell. For more payload and reach, look at the IRB 1200 or IRB 1300.
See the full ABB IRB 1100 product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 1100 FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 1100 cost?
The ABB IRB 1100 is listed from USD 19,000 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the ABB IRB 1100?
The IRB 1100 has a payload of 4 kg and a reach of 475–580 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 1100?
Its published repeatability is ±0.01 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 1100 have?
The IRB 1100 has 6 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 1100 use?
It runs on the ABB OmniCore controller and is programmed in RAPID, with offline programming and simulation in RobotStudio.
How can the ABB IRB 1100 be mounted?
Published mounting options: any angle.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 1100?
Its published protection rating is IP40, IP67 and cleanroom ISO 4 optional.
What is the ABB IRB 1100 used for?
Typical applications are material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
