ABB IRB 1300 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 7–12 kg Industrial Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 1300 is a six-axis industrial robot with a payload of 7–12 kg, a reach of 900–1400 mm and ±0.02–0.03 mm repeatability, listed from USD 39,200. 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 1300 is a compact, fast six-axis robot with payloads from 7 to 12 kg, reaches from 900 to 1400 mm and repeatability of ±0.02 to ±0.03 mm. It is used for applications such as polishing and machine tending, including harsh and contamination-sensitive production environments. It is listed from USD 39,200.
ABB IRB 1300 at a Glance
Payload: 7–12 kg
Reach: 900–1400 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.02–0.03 mm
Controller: ABB OmniCore
Price: from USD 39,200
ABB IRB 1300 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 1300.
Specification | ABB IRB 1300 |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 1300 |
Robot type | Six-axis industrial robot |
Payload | 7–12 kg |
Reach | 900–1400 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.02–0.03 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 39,200 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
IRB 1300-11/0.9: repeatability ±0.02 mm
IRB 1300-10/1.15: ±0.023 mm
IRB 1300-7/1.4: ±0.03 mm
IRB 1300-12/1.4: payload 12 kg, reach 1400 mm
Mounting any angle
Protection IP40, with IP67, Foundry Plus 2 and cleanroom ISO 4 options
Controller OmniCore
Design and Build Quality
The robot mounts at any angle. It is rated IP40 as standard, with IP67, Foundry Plus 2 and ISO 4 cleanroom versions, and runs on the OmniCore controller. Variants include the IRB 1300-11/0.9, 1300-10/1.15, 1300-7/1.4 and 1300-12/1.4.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 1300 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 1300 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 1300 are material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Machine Tending
Payloads up to 12 kg and reaches up to 1400 mm cover loading of mid-size machine tools from a compact base.
Polishing and Surface Finishing
The arm carries finishing tools and parts through polishing paths, with Foundry Plus 2 protection for harsh conditions.
Material Handling and Assembly
The IRB 1300 also moves and assembles mid-size components, including in cleanroom production with the ISO 4 version.
ABB IRB 1300 Price and Value
The ABB IRB 1300 is listed from USD 39,200 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
Four variants from 7 to 12 kg and 900 to 1400 mm
Repeatability of ±0.02 to ±0.03 mm
Any-angle mounting
IP67, Foundry Plus 2 and ISO 4 cleanroom versions
Runs on OmniCore
Cons
IP40 as standard
Starting price of USD 39,200
Protection upgrades are options
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 1300?
The IRB 1300 fits machine-tending, polishing and handling cells that need more payload and reach than the IRB 1200 on a small footprint.
See the full ABB IRB 1300 product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 1300 FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 1300 cost?
The ABB IRB 1300 is listed from USD 39,200 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 1300?
The IRB 1300 has a payload of 7–12 kg and a reach of 900–1400 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 1300?
Its published repeatability is ±0.02–0.03 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 1300 have?
The IRB 1300 has 6 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 1300 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 1300 be mounted?
Published mounting options: any angle.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 1300?
Its published protection rating is IP40, with IP67, Foundry Plus 2 and cleanroom ISO 4 options.
What is the ABB IRB 1300 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.
