Güdel FP 3-Axis Gantry Overview
The Güdel FP is a modular three-axis area gantry with rack-and-pinion drive, offered in sizes FP-3 to FP-7 with maximum payload forces from 800 N to 31,250 N and repeatability of ±0.02 mm.
Key Specifications
Specification | Güdel FP 3-Axis Gantry |
Manufacturer | Güdel |
Model | FP-3, FP-4, FP-5, FP-5-HP, FP-6, FP-7 |
Category | Motion & positioning / 3-axis area gantry robot |
FP-3 | Max payload force 800 N, Y speed, high dynamic 150 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 112.5 m/min, Repeatability ±0.02 mm, Carriage mass 60 kg |
FP-4 | Max payload force 2,000 N, Y speed, high dynamic 200 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 120 m/min, Repeatability ±0.02 mm, Carriage mass 60 kg |
FP-5 | Max payload force 5,000 N, Y speed, high dynamic 150 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 100 m/min, Repeatability ±0.02 mm, Carriage mass 178.8 kg |
FP-5-HP | Max payload force 5,000 N, high dynamic, Y speed, high dynamic 225 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 165 m/min, Repeatability ±0.1 mm, Carriage mass 377 kg |
FP-6 | Max payload force 12,500 N, Y speed, high dynamic 200 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 120 m/min, Repeatability ±0.02 mm, Carriage mass 377 kg |
FP-7 | Max payload force 31,250 N, Y speed, high dynamic 150 m/min, Z speed, high dynamic 75 m/min, Repeatability ±0.02 mm, Carriage mass 500 kg |
Price | Price on request |
Price available on request. Any price is indicative, not final and may change.
Applications
Machine Loading
Palletizing and Packaging
Battery Handling
Güdel FP 3-Axis Gantry Review Summary
The FP is the largest of Güdel's linear gantries: two parallel beams carry a bridge and a vertical axis, so the tool reaches any point in a rectangular volume from above. Five standard sizes run from the FP-3, at up to 800 N, to the FP-7, at up to 31,250 N. Each size is offered in three tunings that trade payload against speed, and repeatability is ±0.02 mm. The FP-5-HP is a separate high-performance version, shown for battery handling, at up to 225 m/min with ±0.1 mm repeatability. Permissible payload falls as the vertical stroke grows beyond 1.0 to 1.6 m, depending on size. Stroke limits should be taken from the data sheet.
Pros
Up to 31,250 N
±0.02 mm repeatability
Extendable standard beams
Three tunings per size
Leaves the floor clear
Cons
Payload falls with long Z strokes
Motors and control not included in stated masses
Stroke figures need the data sheet
Who It Is For
It fits integrators and plants that move heavy parts over large areas, where an articulated robot would lack reach.
Full review: Güdel FP 3-Axis Gantry Review: Specs and Uses of the Heavy-Payload Area Gantry
