Quicktron M5 Series Review: Specs of the M5E, M5F and M5B Bin Robots
Updated: 7 days ago
The Quicktron M5 series is a family of small mobile robots that carry single bins between storage robots and pick stations. The manufacturer does not publish prices. This review covers the three models, their specifications and uses.
Quick Verdict
In Quicktron's QuickBin system, tall robots take bins out of the racking and small robots run them to the pickers. The M5 series is the small robot. The newer M5E and M5F are fast, 4.5 m/s without load, and run for 11 to 12 hours; they present the bin at 890 mm, a comfortable working height. The older M5B is slower at 2 m/s, with a 370 mm lift and four hours of battery. All position to ±10 mm by QR codes on the floor.
Quicktron M5 Series at a Glance
Models: M5E, M5F, M5B
Rated load: 30 to 50 kg
Max no-load speed: up to 4.5 m/s
Lifting height: 370 or 890 mm
Battery life: 4 to 12 hours
Price: on request
Quicktron M5 Series Models and Specifications
The table below compares the three models.
Specification | M5E | M5F | M5B |
Rated load | 50 kg | 30 kg | 50 kg |
Lifting height | 890 mm | 890 mm | 370 mm |
Navigation | QR code and inertial | QR code and inertial | QR code |
Positioning accuracy | ±10 mm | ±10 mm | ±10 mm |
Max no-load speed | 4.5 m/s | 4.5 m/s | 2 m/s |
Battery life | 12 h | 11 h | 4 h |
Dimensions and weights are not given as numbers on the page.
Design and Build Quality
Each robot is a small base with a raised platform for one bin. The M5E and M5F hold the bin at 890 mm so the picker does not bend.
Software and Integration
The robots follow QR codes on the floor; the M5E and M5F add inertial navigation. In the QuickBin system Quicktron describes them following one another at intervals of one to two seconds.
Quicktron M5 Series Uses
Bin Delivery to Pick Stations
Carrying bins from storage robots to pickers.
Sorting
Carrying single items or bins to destinations.
Light Material Transport
Loads up to 50 kg in production.
Quicktron M5 Series Price and Value
Quicktron does not publish prices for the M5 series; systems are quoted per project.
For the company behind the product, read the Quicktron Company Profile: Business, Customers, Investors and IPO Plans.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Up to 4.5 m/s
Up to 12 hours of battery life
Bin presented at 890 mm
±10 mm positioning
Cons
Needs QR codes on the floor
M5B is much slower with a 4-hour battery
Dimensions not stated
No published prices
Who Should Buy the Quicktron M5 Series?
It fits warehouses building a bin-to-person system with separate storage and transport robots.
Quicktron M5 Series FAQ
How much does the Quicktron M5 series cost?
Quicktron does not publish prices; systems are quoted per project.
Which models are in the Quicktron M5 series?
The M5E, M5F and M5B.
How much can the Quicktron M5 carry?
50 kg on the M5E and M5B, and 30 kg on the M5F.
How fast is the Quicktron M5?
Up to 4.5 m/s without load on the M5E and M5F, and 2 m/s on the M5B.
How long does the Quicktron M5 battery last?
12 hours on the M5E, 11 hours on the M5F and 4 hours on the M5B.
How does the Quicktron M5 navigate?
By QR codes, with inertial navigation on the M5E and M5F.
What is the lifting height of the Quicktron M5?
890 mm on the M5E and M5F, and 370 mm on the M5B.
How accurate is the Quicktron M5?
Positioning accuracy is ±10 mm.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
