Staubli TS2-80 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 8.4 kg SCARA Robot
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The Staubli TS2-80 is a 4-axis SCARA robot with a maximum payload of 8.4 kg, an arm length of 800 mm and ±0.015 mm repeatability, listed from USD 28,000. 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 Stäubli TS2-80 is a 4-axis SCARA robot with a maximum payload of 8.4 kg, a reach of 800 mm and a repeatability of ±0.015 mm. It is a mid-range SCARA with extended reach for assembly and handling in food, clean, humid and electronics production. The Z stroke is 200 mm, with 400 mm as an option, and the cycle time is 0.3 s (200 cycles per minute) with a 2 kg load. It can be mounted on the floor or ceiling, is protected up to IP65 and runs on the Stäubli CS9 SE or CS9 LP controller. It is listed from USD 28,000.
Staubli TS2-80 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 8.4 kg
Arm length: 800 mm
Axes: 4
Repeatability: ±0.015 mm
Controller: CS9 SE or CS9 LP
Price: from USD 28,000
Staubli TS2-80 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Staubli TS2-80.
Specification | Staubli TS2-80 |
Manufacturer | Staubli Robotics |
Model | TS2-80 |
Robot type | 4-axis SCARA robot |
Maximum payload | 8.4 kg |
Arm length | 800 mm |
Axes | 4 |
Repeatability | ±0.015 mm |
Controller | CS9 SE or CS9 LP |
Interfaces | EtherCAT, EtherCAT FSoE, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Sercos III, POWERLINK, Modbus, 2 Ethernet ports, 1 EtherCAT port, 2 real-time Ethernet ports, RS-232 serial link, 2 USB ports, fast I/O |
Starting price | From USD 28,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
4 axes
Max. payload 8.4 kg
Reach 800 mm
Stroke 200 mm (400 mm optional)
Repeatability ±0.015 mm
Cycle time 0.3 s with 2 kg
Mounting floor, ceiling
Protection up to IP65
Controller CS9 SE or CS9 LP
Design and Build Quality
The TS2-80 belongs to the Staubli TS2 series. Published build data: stroke 200 mm (400 mm optional); mounting floor, ceiling; protection up to IP65.
Programming and Software
VAL 3 and Stäubli Robotics Suite
The TS2-80 runs on the CS9 SE or CS9 LP controller and is programmed in Stäubli's VAL 3 language. Stäubli Robotics Suite is available for offline programming and simulation.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherCAT, EtherCAT FSoE, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Sercos III, POWERLINK, Modbus, 2 Ethernet ports, 1 EtherCAT port, 2 real-time Ethernet ports, RS-232 serial link, 2 USB ports and fast I/O.
Staubli TS2-80 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the TS2-80 are assembly, testing and small parts handling.
Assembly
Repeatability of ±0.015 mm supports fitting, inserting and fastening parts in assembly cells.
Testing
The TS2-80 is used for testing within its 8.4 kg payload and 800 mm arm length.
Small parts handling
The TS2-80 is used for small parts handling within its 8.4 kg payload and 800 mm arm length.
Staubli TS2-80 Price and Value
The Staubli TS2-80 is listed from USD 28,000 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
8.4 kg maximum payload with a 800 mm arm length
±0.015 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, ceiling
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
4 axes limit tool orientation compared with a 6-axis arm
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 8.4 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Staubli TS2-80?
The Staubli TS2-80 fits electronics and small-parts manufacturers that need fast point-to-point motion.
See the full Staubli TS2-80 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Staubli TS2-80 FAQ
How much does the Staubli TS2-80 cost?
The Staubli TS2-80 is listed from USD 28,000 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 Staubli TS2-80?
The TS2-80 has a maximum payload of 8.4 kg and an arm length of 800 mm.
How accurate is the Staubli TS2-80?
Its published repeatability is ±0.015 mm.
How many axes does the Staubli TS2-80 have?
The TS2-80 has 4 axes.
How is the Staubli TS2-80 programmed?
It is programmed in Stäubli's VAL 3 language, and Stäubli Robotics Suite is available for offline programming and simulation.
Which controller does the Staubli TS2-80 use?
It runs on the CS9 SE or CS9 LP controller.
How can the Staubli TS2-80 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, ceiling.
What is the Staubli TS2-80 used for?
Typical applications are assembly, testing and small parts handling.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
