Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type Review: Specs and Uses of the Lumbar Exoskeleton for Labor Support
Updated: 7 days ago
The Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type for Labor Support is a wearable robot that reduces load on the lower back during lifting. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
The lumbar HAL is the workplace member of the HAL family. It is worn at the waist, weighs 3.1 kg including its battery and assists the hips when the wearer lifts or holds a load, at one of five assistance levels. A charge lasts about 4.5 hours and takes about two hours. The HAL-LB03 model is protected against splashing water (IPX4) and dust (IP5X), so it can be used outdoors and in dusty sites; the earlier LB01 is not. Cyberdyne's page gives no assist torque figure.
Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type at a Glance
Weight: 3.1 kg with battery
Operating time: About 4.5 hours per charge
Charging time: About 2 hours
Assistance levels: 5
Protection: IPX4 and IP5X on HAL-LB03
Price: on request
Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type |
Manufacturer | Cyberdyne |
Weight | 3.1 kg with battery |
Operating time | About 4.5 hours per charge |
Charging time | About 2 hours |
Assistance levels | 5 |
Protection | IPX4 and IP5X on HAL-LB03 |
Dimensions | 292 x 450 x 522 mm |
Assist torque is not stated on the page. The HAL-LB01 model has no water or dust protection.
Design and Build Quality
The unit sits on the lower back with thigh pads, leaving the arms and legs free. Its low weight is what makes it wearable through a shift.
Software and Integration
Assist Levels
Five levels are selected to suit the task and the wearer.
Signal-Based Control
As with other HAL devices, assistance follows the wearer's movement intent.
Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type Applications and Use Cases
Logistics and Baggage Handling
Repeated lifting.
Construction and Agriculture
Outdoor work, with the protected model.
Care Work
Transfers that strain the back.
Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type Price and Value
Cyberdyne does not publish a price for the Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Cyberdyne Company Profile: History, Business, Financials and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
3.1 kg
About 4.5 hours per charge
Water and dust protection on the LB03
Five assist levels
Cons
Assist torque not stated
Supports the back only
Protection not on the LB01
No published price
Who Should Buy the Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type?
It fits employers with frequent manual lifting who want to reduce back strain.
Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type FAQ
How much does the Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type cost?
Cyberdyne does not publish a price for the Cyberdyne HAL Lumbar Type; it is quoted on request.
What is the HAL Lumbar Type for Labor Support?
A wearable exoskeleton that assists the lower back during lifting.
How much does it weigh?
3.1 kg including the battery.
How long does the battery last?
About 4.5 hours, with about 2 hours to recharge.
Is it waterproof?
The HAL-LB03 is rated IPX4 and IP5X.
How many assist levels does it have?
Five.
How big is it?
292 x 450 x 522 mm.
Who makes it?
Cyberdyne, in Japan.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
