ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the Paint Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter is a six-axis paint robot with a payload of 13 kg, a reach of 2560 mm and ±0.15 mm repeatability, listed from USD 90,000. 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 5510 FlexPainter is a six-axis paint robot with a 13 kg payload, a 2560 mm reach and ±0.15 mm repeatability. It is an explosion-protected arm for spray painting and coating in paint booths, rated IP66, and is listed from USD 90,000.
ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter at a Glance
Payload: 13 kg
Reach: 2560 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.15 mm
Controller: ABB IRC5P
Price: from USD 90,000
ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter.
Specification | ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 5510 FlexPainter |
Robot type | Six-axis paint robot |
Payload | 13 kg |
Reach | 2560 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.15 mm |
Controller | ABB IRC5P |
Interfaces | Interbus-S, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, CC-Link, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, Ethernet, USB, analog, digital and relay I/O |
Certifications | ATEX II 2 G Ex ib px IIB T4, ATEX II 2 D Ex pD 21 T65°C, FM Class I, II Div. 1 Groups C, D, G |
Starting price | From USD 90,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Max. payload 13 kg
Reach 2560 mm
Repeatability ±0.15 mm
Mounting floor
Protection IP66, explosion protected
Controller IRC5P
Design and Build Quality
The robot is floor mounted, is rated IP66 and explosion protected with ATEX and FM approvals, and runs on the IRC5P paint controller.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 5510 FlexPainter runs on the ABB IRC5P controller. IRC5P is ABB's controller for paint robots.
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 Interbus-S, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, CC-Link, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, Ethernet, USB and analog, digital and relay I/O.
ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 5510 FlexPainter are spray painting and coating in paint booths.
Spray Painting
The 2560 mm reach covers mid-size and large parts from a floor-mounted position.
Coating in Paint Booths
Explosion protection lets the robot work inside the booth where solvent vapours are present.
Automotive and General Industry
A 13 kg payload carries bell atomizers and spray guns for car components and industrial products.
ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter Price and Value
The ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter is listed from USD 90,000 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
2560 mm reach
13 kg payload
IP66, explosion protected
Runs on the dedicated IRC5P paint controller
Cons
Floor mounting only
±0.15 mm repeatability
Starting price of USD 90,000
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter?
The IRB 5510 fits paint shops that need a floor-mounted robot for mid-size and large parts. For wall or rail mounting and more reach, look at the IRB 5500.
See the full ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter cost?
The ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter is listed from USD 90,000 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 5510 FlexPainter?
The IRB 5510 FlexPainter has a payload of 13 kg and a reach of 2560 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter?
Its published repeatability is ±0.15 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter have?
The IRB 5510 FlexPainter has 6 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter use?
It runs on the ABB IRC5P controller and is programmed in ABB's RAPID language.
How can the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter be mounted?
Published mounting options: floor.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter?
Its published protection rating is IP66, explosion protected.
What is the ABB IRB 5510 FlexPainter used for?
Typical applications are spray painting and coating in paint booths.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
