Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis Review: Specs and Uses of the Single-Axis Cartesian Robots

The Shibaura Machine COMPO ARM BA-III single-axis range provides building blocks for cartesian robots. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.

Quick Verdict

The BA-III range covers almost every single-axis need in one family. Small ball screw and pushrod modules carry 4 to 30 kg at ±0.02 mm. Medium ball screw units such as the BA3-10 and BA3-30 carry up to 100 kg at ±0.01 mm over 1,250 mm, while belt versions reach 3,500 mm at 2,000 mm/s. The heavy BA3-60 carries up to 250 kg horizontally at 2,300 mm/s, and heavy belt versions reach 4,450 mm. Rotary modules with harmonic or planetary gears complete the set. Payload and speed depend on lead and stroke, and one stroke note on the maker's page appears to be an error.

Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis at a Glance

• Max stroke: 4,450 mm

• Max payload: 250 kg horizontal

• Max speed: 2,300 mm/s

• Best repeatability: ±0.01 mm

• Drives: Ball screw, timing belt, rotary

• Price: on request

Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis Technical Specifications

The table below lists what the manufacturer states.

Model	Drive	Stroke	Horizontal payload	Max speed	Repeatability
BA3-T5D / T7D	Ball screw	50 to 700 mm	5 to 30 kg	800 mm/s	±0.02 mm
BA3-T3D / T4D / T5E	Ball screw, pushrod	50 to 300 mm	4 to 25 kg	600 mm/s	±0.02 mm
BA3-10 / BA3-30	Ball screw	100 to 1,250 mm	20 to 100 kg	1,200 mm/s	±0.01 mm
BA3-10 / 30 / 50	Timing belt	100 to 3,500 mm	15 to 40 kg	2,000 mm/s	±0.04 mm
BA3-50	Ball screw	200 to 1,600 mm	60 to 150 kg	1,200 mm/s	±0.01 mm
BA3-60	Ball screw	150 to 1,700 mm	25 to 250 kg	2,300 mm/s	±0.01 mm
BA3-50 / 60	Timing belt	150 to 4,450 mm	100 to 200 kg	1,000 mm/s	±0.05 mm
BA3-00D-RH / RP	Harmonic / planetary rotary	Rotary	10 kg	360 / 857 °/s	±0.025 / ±0.125°

Payload and speed depend on lead, stroke and motor output. The page's note of a 42 mm maximum stroke for the BA3-10 belt version conflicts with its 100 to 2,550 mm range.

Design and Build Quality

Modules share mounting interfaces so they can be combined into multi-axis cartesian robots.

Software and Integration

BA-III Master and Slave Units

Controllers for single and multiple axes.

Teach Pendant

For setting positions.

Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis Applications and Use Cases

Transfer Axes

Moving parts between stations.

Pressing and Positioning

Pushrod modules.

Long Travel

Belt modules up to 4.45 m.

Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis Price and Value

Shibaura Machine does not publish a price for the Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis; it is quoted on request.

For the company behind the product, read the Shibaura Machine Company Profile: History, Businesses, Financials and Stock.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Very wide range

• Up to 250 kg

• ±0.01 mm on ball screw

• Up to 4,450 mm

Cons

• Specs vary with lead and stroke

• One unclear note on the maker's page

• No published price

Who Should Buy the Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis?

It fits machine builders who need single axes or cartesian systems from one family.

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Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis FAQ

How much does the Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis cost?

Shibaura Machine does not publish a price for the Shibaura Machine BA-III Single Axis; it is quoted on request.

What is the Shibaura Machine BA-III single axis range?

A family of single-axis cartesian robot modules.

What is the maximum stroke?

4,450 mm on heavy belt versions.

What is the maximum payload?

250 kg horizontally on the BA3-60.

How fast are BA-III axes?

Up to 2,300 mm/s.

How precise are they?

Down to ±0.01 mm on ball screw models.

Are there rotary modules?

Yes, with harmonic or planetary gears.

What drives are available?

Ball screw, timing belt and rotary gears.

Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.