ABB IRB 7600 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 150–500 kg Heavy-Duty Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 7600 is a six-axis industrial robot with a payload of 150–500 kg, a reach of 2550–3500 mm and ±0.08–0.27 mm repeatability, listed from USD 120,000. 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 7600 is a heavy-duty six-axis robot with payloads from 150 to 500 kg, reaches from 2550 to 3500 mm and repeatability of ±0.08 to ±0.27 mm. It is used for handling heavy fixtures, turning car bodies, lifting engines and loading machine cells, and is listed from USD 120,000.
ABB IRB 7600 at a Glance
Payload: 150–500 kg
Reach: 2550–3500 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.08–0.27 mm
Controller: ABB IRC5
Price: from USD 120,000
ABB IRB 7600 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 7600.
Specification | ABB IRB 7600 |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 7600 |
Robot type | Six-axis industrial robot |
Payload | 150–500 kg |
Reach | 2550–3500 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.08–0.27 mm |
Controller | ABB IRC5 |
Interfaces | DeviceNet, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link, Allen-Bradley Remote I/O, RS-232/RS-422, Ethernet, digital 24 V DC I/O, analog I/O |
Certifications | ISO 10218-1, EN 60204-1, ANSI/RIA R15.06, UL 1740 |
Starting price | From USD 120,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Variants 500 kg / 2550 mm, 400 kg / 2550 mm, 340 kg / 2800 mm, 325 kg / 3100 mm and 150 kg / 3500 mm
Repeatability ±0.08–0.27 mm
Mounting floor
Protection IP67, Foundry Plus 2 optional
Controller IRC5
Design and Build Quality
The robot is floor mounted, is rated IP67 with a Foundry Plus 2 option and runs on the IRC5 controller. Variants are 500 kg / 2550 mm, 400 kg / 2550 mm, 340 kg / 2800 mm, 325 kg / 3100 mm and 150 kg / 3500 mm.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 7600 runs on the ABB IRC5 controller. IRC5 is ABB's long-established robot controller platform.
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 DeviceNet, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link, Allen-Bradley Remote I/O, RS-232/RS-422, Ethernet, digital 24 V DC I/O and analog I/O.
ABB IRB 7600 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 7600 are handling heavy fixtures, turning car bodies, lifting engines and loading machine cells.
Heavy Fixture and Body Handling
Payloads up to 500 kg let the robot move complete fixtures and turn car bodies between stations.
Powertrain Handling
The robot lifts engines, gearboxes and large castings.
Machine Cell Loading
Reaches up to 3500 mm cover loading of large machines and foundry equipment.
ABB IRB 7600 Price and Value
The ABB IRB 7600 is listed from USD 120,000 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
Payloads up to 500 kg
Five variants with reaches up to 3500 mm
IP67, with Foundry Plus 2 option
Wide fieldbus support on IRC5
Cons
Repeatability of ±0.08 to ±0.27 mm
Runs on the older IRC5 controller platform
Starting price of USD 120,000
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 7600?
The IRB 7600 fits automotive, foundry and heavy industry plants that move very heavy parts. For loads above 500 kg, look at the IRB 8700.
See the full ABB IRB 7600 product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 7600 FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 7600 cost?
The ABB IRB 7600 is listed from USD 120,000 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 7600?
The IRB 7600 has a payload of 150–500 kg and a reach of 2550–3500 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 7600?
Its published repeatability is ±0.08–0.27 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 7600 have?
The IRB 7600 has 6 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 7600 use?
It runs on the ABB IRC5 controller and is programmed in ABB's RAPID language.
How can the ABB IRB 7600 be mounted?
Published mounting options: floor.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 7600?
Its published protection rating is IP67, Foundry Plus 2 optional.
What is the ABB IRB 7600 used for?
Typical applications are handling heavy fixtures, turning car bodies, lifting engines and loading machine cells.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
