Epson G20-A854 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 20 kg SCARA Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Epson G20-A854 is a 4-axis SCARA robot with a maximum payload of 20 kg, an arm length of 850 mm and ±0.025 mm repeatability, listed from USD 18,500. 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 Epson G20-A854 is a 4-axis SCARA robot with a 20 kg maximum payload, 850 mm arm length and ±0.025 mm repeatability. It handles heavier parts in assembly, pick-and-place and material handling tasks. The arm weighs 48 kg (wall mount 53 kg), mounts on a tabletop, ceiling or wall and runs on the Epson RC700-A controller. Its standard cycle time is 0.37 s. It is listed from USD 18,500.
Epson G20-A854 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 20 kg
Arm length: 850 mm
Axes: 4
Repeatability: ±0.025 mm
Speed: 0.37 s standard cycle time
Weight: 48 kg (wall mount 53 kg)
Controller: Epson RC700-A
Price: from USD 18,500
Epson G20-A854 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Epson G20-A854.
Specification | Epson G20-A854 |
Manufacturer | Epson Robots |
Model | G20-A854 |
Robot type | 4-axis SCARA robot |
Maximum payload | 20 kg |
Arm length | 850 mm |
Axes | 4 |
Repeatability | ±0.025 mm |
Speed | 0.37 s standard cycle time |
Controller | Epson RC700-A |
Interfaces | Ethernet (10/100Base-T), USB, RS-232C, standard I/O: 24 inputs / 16 outputs, fieldbus slave: DeviceNet, PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP, CC-Link, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, fieldbus master: DeviceNet, PROFIBUS-DP, EtherNet/IP |
Certifications | CE, EN ISO 10218-1, EN ISO 13849-1, EN 60204-1, RoHS |
Starting price | From USD 18,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
4 axes
Max. payload 20 kg
Arm length 850 mm
Repeatability ±0.025 mm
Weight 48 kg (wall mount 53 kg)
Mounting tabletop, ceiling, wall
Standard cycle time 0.37 s
Controller RC700-A
Design and Build Quality
The G-Series is Epson's high-performance SCARA line. Published build data for the G20-A854: weight 48 kg (wall mount 53 kg); mounting tabletop, ceiling, wall.
Programming and Software
Epson RC+ and SPEL+
The G20-A854 runs on the Epson RC700-A controller and is programmed in the Epson RC+ development environment using the SPEL+ language.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are Ethernet (10/100Base-T), USB, RS-232C, standard I/O: 24 inputs / 16 outputs, fieldbus slave: DeviceNet, PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP, CC-Link, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT and fieldbus master: DeviceNet, PROFIBUS-DP, EtherNet/IP.
Epson G20-A854 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the G20-A854 are small parts assembly, electronics handling, medical device assembly, testing, packaging and dispensing.
Small-Parts Assembly
The SCARA layout moves quickly point to point, and ±0.025 mm repeatability suits inserting and fitting small components.
Pick and Place and Kitting
A 20 kg maximum payload and a 850 mm arm length cover transfer between trays, feeders and conveyors.
Dispensing and Testing
The G20-A854 follows dispensing paths and loads test fixtures in electronics and medical device production.
Epson G20-A854 Price and Value
The Epson G20-A854 is listed from USD 18,500 on All Things Cobots. The controller, 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
20 kg maximum payload with a 850 mm arm length
±0.025 mm repeatability
0.37 s standard cycle time
Tabletop, ceiling, wall mounting
High-performance SCARA line
Cons
Four axes: parts cannot be tilted
The 20 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Epson G20-A854?
The Epson G20-A854 fits electronics, medical device and consumer goods manufacturers that need fast, precise point-to-point motion.
See the full Epson G20-A854 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Epson G20-A854 FAQ
How much does the Epson G20-A854 cost?
The Epson G20-A854 is listed from USD 18,500 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 arm length of the Epson G20-A854?
The G20-A854 has a maximum payload of 20 kg and an arm length of 850 mm.
How accurate is the Epson G20-A854?
Its published repeatability is ±0.025 mm.
How many axes does the Epson G20-A854 have?
The G20-A854 has 4 axes.
How is the Epson G20-A854 programmed?
It is programmed in the Epson RC+ development environment using the SPEL+ language.
Which controller does the Epson G20-A854 use?
It runs on the Epson RC700-A controller.
How much does the Epson G20-A854 weigh?
Published weight 48 kg (wall mount 53 kg).
How can the Epson G20-A854 be mounted?
Published mounting options: tabletop, ceiling, wall.
What is the Epson G20-A854 used for?
Typical applications are small parts assembly, electronics handling, medical device assembly, testing, packaging and dispensing.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
