ABB IRB 910SC Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the SCARA Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 910SC is a four-axis SCARA robot with a payload of 6 kg, a reach of 450–650 mm and ±0.015 mm repeatability, listed from USD 21,600. 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 910SC is a four-axis SCARA robot with a rated payload of 3 kg and a maximum of 6 kg, a reach of 450, 550 or 650 mm and ±0.015 mm repeatability. It is built for small-parts assembly, material handling, parts inspection, tray kitting and machine loading, and is listed from USD 21,600.
ABB IRB 910SC at a Glance
Payload: 6 kg
Reach: 450–650 mm
Axes: 4
Repeatability: ±0.015 mm
Controller: ABB IRC5 Compact
Price: from USD 21,600
ABB IRB 910SC Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 910SC.
Specification | ABB IRB 910SC |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 910SC |
Robot type | Four-axis SCARA robot |
Payload | 6 kg |
Reach | 450–650 mm |
Axes | 4 |
Repeatability | ±0.015 mm |
Controller | ABB IRC5 Compact |
Interfaces | DeviceNet, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP, Interbus, CC-Link, Allen-Bradley Remote I/O, 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs |
Certifications | ISO 10218-1, EN 60204-1, ANSI/RIA R15.06 |
Starting price | From USD 21,600 |
Detailed Technical Data
4 axes
Rated payload 3 kg, max. payload 6 kg
Reach 450, 550 or 650 mm
Repeatability ±0.015 mm (axes 1 and 2), ±0.01 mm (axis 3), ±0.005° (axis 4)
Mass 24.5–25.5 kg
Mounting tabletop
Protection IP20
Controller IRC5 Compact
Design and Build Quality
The robot weighs 24.5 to 25.5 kg and is tabletop mounted. It is rated IP20 and runs on the IRC5 Compact controller. Repeatability is ±0.015 mm on axes 1 and 2, ±0.01 mm on axis 3 and ±0.005° on axis 4.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 910SC runs on the ABB IRC5 Compact 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, Interbus, CC-Link, Allen-Bradley Remote I/O, 16 digital inputs and 16 digital outputs.
ABB IRB 910SC Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 910SC are assembly, material handling, small parts transfer and testing.
Small-Parts Assembly
The SCARA layout moves quickly point to point for inserting, pressing and fastening small components.
Tray Kitting and Material Handling
The robot fills trays and transfers small parts between feeders and fixtures.
Inspection and Testing
It presents parts to cameras and test stations with high positional accuracy.
ABB IRB 910SC Price and Value
The ABB IRB 910SC is listed from USD 21,600 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
±0.015 mm repeatability
Three reach options: 450, 550 and 650 mm
About 25 kg, tabletop mounted
Maximum payload of 6 kg
Cons
IP20 protection
Runs on the older IRC5 Compact controller
Rated payload is 3 kg
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 910SC?
The IRB 910SC fits electronics and small-parts manufacturers that need a tabletop SCARA on the IRC5 platform. For a newer SCARA on OmniCore, compare the IRB 920T.
See the full ABB IRB 910SC product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 910SC FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 910SC cost?
The ABB IRB 910SC is listed from USD 21,600 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 910SC?
The IRB 910SC has a payload of 6 kg and a reach of 450–650 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 910SC?
Its published repeatability is ±0.015 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 910SC have?
The IRB 910SC has 4 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 910SC use?
It runs on the ABB IRC5 Compact controller and is programmed in ABB's RAPID language.
How can the ABB IRB 910SC be mounted?
Published mounting options: tabletop.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 910SC?
Its published protection rating is IP20.
What is the ABB IRB 910SC used for?
Typical applications are assembly, material handling, small parts transfer and testing.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
