High-speed, high-performance SCARA robots are capable of a wide range of applications, including assembly of small parts, heavy load handling and packing. Connection to Mitsubishi Electric PLCs and servo motors expands its capabilities.
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Mitsubishi Electric SCARA robots deliver precision, speed and flexibility for industrial automation applications. Designed for high-speed assembly, pick-and-place operations and material handling tasks, these robots combine compact footprints with exceptional repeatability. With payload capacities spanning the series and advanced motion control technology, SCARA robots from Mitsubishi Electric deliver reliable performance for manufacturing and applications that require consistent cycle times and positioning accuracy.
Mitsubishi Electric SCARA robots achieve short cycle times with repeatable positioning, supported by rigid arm design and MELFA control. Typical tasks include pick and place, small-parts assembly, screwdriving, dispensing, inspection, material handling and packaging. Options across payload, reach and protection ratings let you specify the industrial SCARA robot for the work envelope while keeping footprint and changeover time low.
RH-FR models integrate with Mitsubishi Electric PLCs, drives and HMIs, and are compatible with vision systems for guided operations. RH-CRH variants offer battery-less motors on selected models, abundant I/O and class-leading reach for value-focused deployments. Ceiling-mount options help recover floor space and simplify line layout, giving a versatile SCARA robot platform for new builds and upgrades.
SCARA robots incorporate comprehensive safety functions that enable collaborative work applications alongside human operators. Safety monitoring features include position monitoring across designated areas and speed monitoring with configurable limits, including individual monitoring of X, Y and Z directional components. Duplicated safe input/output connections support integration with safety systems through eight inputs and four outputs. Safety communication functionality enables simplified system configuration through CC-Link IE TSN Safety protocols, reducing wiring requirements for safety devices. The position monitoring function tracks robot location and movement into up to eight designated zones. These safety features support risk assessment processes and enable operational scenarios where robots continue automated tasks whilst operators access shared work areas.
Safety logic editing allows customisation of monitoring parameters to match specific application requirements. Installation and integration of robotic systems must be carried out by qualified personnel with appropriate training in industrial automation and safety systems. Risk assessment and safety validation are required for each installation to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards.
Mitsubishi Electric provides a comprehensive automation ecosystem around SCARA, six-axis and collaborative robots, supported by local technical expertise across Australia. The Factory Automation Department offers an extensive range of automation and processing technologies, including controllers, drive products, power distribution and control systems, and CNC and industrial robots, helping to increase productivity and quality in manufacturing operations. Through advanced technology and application expertise, Mitsubishi Electric supports customers as a trusted partner in industrial automation.
To buy SCARA robot solutions, Mitsubishi Electric Automation Distributors can assist with product selection, payload and reach specifications, and environmental requirements for your application. For comprehensive system design, specification, installation and commissioning, contact a Mitsubishi Electric System Integrator who can configure complete solutions aligned with your process goals. Local service networks across Australia provide direct communication and technical support to customers throughout the project lifecycle.
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A SCARA (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm) uses a four-axis architecture that provides fast horizontal motion with vertical stiffness for precise placement.
Applications include pick and place, tray loading, component insertion, screwdriving, dispensing, inspection, packaging and general material handling. RH-CR and RH-FR models address these roles with slim arms, generous I/O, vision compatibility and optional ceiling mounting.
RH-FR robots interface with Mitsubishi Electric PLCs and factory automation equipment for coordinated motion, interlocks and data exchange. Vision compatibility supports part location, orientation checking and in-cycle inspection without manual intervention.
he RH-FR series represents the advanced FR series platform featuring three key capabilities: next-generation intelligent functions, safe collaborative work applications, and FA-IT integration functions. This series offers comprehensive safety monitoring, including position and speed monitoring with X, Y and Z component tracking, enabling collaborative operation alongside human workers. The RH-FR series offers environmental ratings from IP40 to IP67 for oil-mist environments and ISO Class 3 for cleanroom applications, making it suitable for demanding manufacturing conditions.
The RH-CRH series prioritises compact design and cost-effectiveness, with lightweight construction up to 69% lighter than previous models and battery-less motors that eliminate periodic replacement requirements. Both series share core SCARA architecture benefits, including high-speed operation and precise positioning, but are optimised for different operational priorities—advanced intelligent features and comprehensive safety for RH-FRH, and compact efficiency for RH-CRH.
Define payload, reach, cycle time, environment (IP or cleanliness), and interfaces (PLC, safety, vision). Mitsubishi Electric can help match a robot and controller to your process and provide training. To buy SCARA robot solutions or arrange a demonstration, contact your local Mitsubishi Electric Automation Distributor or a Mitsubishi Electric System Integrator.
Yes, Mitsubishi Electric SCARA robots are available in cleanroom specifications that meet ISO Class 3 or ISO Class 5 standards, making them suitable for hygienic applications in semiconductor, medical, pharmaceutical and food manufacturing environments. Preservation of cleanliness levels depends on the downstream flow rate of 0.3 metres per second in the cleanroom and on internal robot suctioning.
Mitsubishi Electric offers standard robots with H1 food-grade grease, as well as specially protected robots with a chemical-resistant coating that withstands cleaning processes for food-handling applications. These environmental specifications enable SCARA robots to operate in demanding hygienic environments whilst maintaining the required contamination control standards. Customers should consult with Mitsubishi Electric authorised distributors or system integrators to specify the appropriate cleanroom class requirements for their application.
Yes, selected Mitsubishi Electric SCARA models support ceiling-mounted or inverted installation, providing space-saving solutions when floor space is limited. The RH-3FHR series offers ceiling-mounted horizontal multi-joint SCARA configuration with cleanroom specifications.
Overhead installation maximises workspace utilisation by freeing up valuable floor space whilst maintaining full operational capability. This mounting flexibility allows SCARA robots to be integrated into compact production cells and multi-level manufacturing systems. Customers should verify specific model compatibility and payload capacity requirements for inverted installations with a Mitsubishi Electric Automation Distributor or a Mitsubishi Electric System Integrator during the specification phase.