Yaskawa Motoman HC10 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 10 kg Collaborative Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman HC10 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a maximum payload of 10 kg, a reach of 1200 mm and ±0.1 mm repeatability, listed from USD 38,000. 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 Yaskawa Motoman HC10 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a maximum payload of 10 kg, a horizontal reach of 1200 mm and a repeatability of ±0.1 mm. It belongs to Yaskawa's HC series of collaborative robots, which use power and force limiting to stop on contact with an operator and can be taught by hand guiding. The arm weighs 47 kg and is installed on the floor, wall or ceiling. It is listed from USD 38,000.
Yaskawa Motoman HC10 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 10 kg
Reach: 1200 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.1 mm
Weight: 47 kg
Controller: YRC1000 / YRC1000micro
Price: from USD 38,000
Yaskawa Motoman HC10 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman HC10.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman HC10 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | HC10 |
Robot type | 6-axis collaborative robot |
Maximum payload | 10 kg |
Reach | 1200 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.1 mm |
Controller | YRC1000 / YRC1000micro |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP, Ethernet |
Certifications | ISO 13849-1 Cat. 3 PL d (TÜV Rheinland) |
Starting price | From USD 38,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 10 kg
Horizontal reach 1200 mm
Repeatability ±0.1 mm
Mass 47 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling
Design and Build Quality
The HC10 belongs to the Motoman HC-series. Published build data: mass 47 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The HC10 runs on the YRC1000 / YRC1000micro controller and is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language. Yaskawa's MotoSim software is available for offline programming and simulation. HC-series robots also support hand-guided teaching.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP and Ethernet.
Yaskawa Motoman HC10 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the HC10 are collaborative machine tending, palletizing, handling and welding.
Collaborative machine tending
The HC10 is used for collaborative machine tending within its 10 kg payload and 1200 mm reach.
Palletizing
The HC10 stacks cases, bags and crates onto pallets, lifting up to 10 kg including the gripper.
Handling
The HC10 is used for handling within its 10 kg payload and 1200 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman HC10 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman HC10 is listed from USD 38,000 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
10 kg maximum payload with a 1200 mm reach
±0.1 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling
Collaborative design for work near people, subject to a risk assessment
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Repeatability of ±0.1 mm is wider than on smaller precision robots
The 10 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman HC10?
The Yaskawa Motoman HC10 fits manufacturers that want a robot working near people without full fencing, subject to a risk assessment.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman HC10 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman HC10 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman HC10 is listed from USD 38,000 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 reach of the Yaskawa Motoman HC10?
The HC10 has a maximum payload of 10 kg and a reach of 1200 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman HC10?
Its published repeatability is ±0.1 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 have?
The HC10 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 programmed?
It is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language, and MotoSim is available for offline programming and simulation.
Which controller does the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 / YRC1000micro controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 weigh?
Published mass 47 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling.
Is the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 a collaborative robot?
Yes. The HC10 is a collaborative robot. Every collaborative application still needs its own risk assessment.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman HC10 used for?
Typical applications are collaborative machine tending, palletizing, handling and welding.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
