Epson Force Guide

Intuitive robot force guidance for high-precision performance.

Epson’s high-performance Force Guide takes robot automation to the next level with superior precision and outstanding rigidity. Powered by proprietary Epson Quartz Technology, it enables Epson robots to detect six axes of force with precision down to 0.1 N. Driven by real-time servo system integration, Force Guide delivers fast, tactile feedback to guide robots for high-precision parts placement. Easy to configure and set up, Force Guide features a point-and-click interface with pre-configured solutions and built-in objects, reducing the development time for precision repeatability applications.

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Powerful performance — integrated force control system driven by proprietary Quartz Technology from Epson
Ultra precise — detects force and adjusts motion with amazing precision – down to 0.1 N
Superior rigidity — durable sensor built to withstand excessive force
Fast robot/force guidance response — internal sensor with real-time servo system integration
Point-and-click setup — easy-to-use interface with graphical wizards, charts and more
Fast, easy implementation — helps reduce the amount of coding with decision-based flowcharts and intelligent objects
Real-time monitoring and data logging of force feedback — for quality control
Multi-axis force/torque sensor — includes three linear and three rotational measurement axes
Easy set up and configuration — fully integrated into the Epson RC+^® development environment
Simplify common force guidance applications — perfect for tasks such as screw driving, part insertion, grinding/polishing and more

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What's in the box:

Force Sensor
Force Control Board
Cables

Specifications

Specifications:

Compatible Robots:

S250N: C4-Series
S250L: C8 Series (Standard and Clean/ESD)
S250P: C8-Series (Protected)
SH250LH: Flexion N6
S250H: Flexion N2
S2503: RS-Series and G3
S2506: G6
S25010: G10 and G20

Cabling Routing:

S250N: External
S250L: Internal
S250P: Internal
SH250LH: Internal
S250H: Internal
S2503/RS-Series: Internal
S2503/G3: External
S2506: Internal
S25010: Internal

Available Controllers: RC700A²Measured Degrees of Freedom: 6-axis: 3 force components (Fx, Fy, Fz) and 3 torque components (Tx, Ty, Tz)Rated Load:

Force (Fx, Fy, Fz): 250 N
Torque (Tx, Ty, Tz): 18Nm

Maximum Allowable Static Load:

Force (Fx, Fy, Fz): 1000 N
Torque (Tx, Ty, Tz): 36 Nm

Measured Resolution:

Force (Fx, Fy, Fz): ± 0.1 N or less (5 sec, 25 °C)
Torque (Tx, Ty, Tz): ± 0.003 Nm or less (5 sec, 25 °C)

Measurement Accuracy: ± 5 % RO or lessProtection Class:

S250N: IP20
S250L: IP20
S250P: IP67
SH250LH: IP20
S250H: IP20
S2503/RS-Series: IP20
S2503/G3: –
S2506: IP20
S25010: IP20

Physical Specifications:

Weight:

S250N: 460g¹
S250L: 520g¹
S250P: 680g¹
SH250LH: 460g¹
S250H: 460g¹
S2503: 620g¹
S2506: 620g¹
S25010: 640g¹

Dimensions:

S250N: 80 x 49mm
S250L: 88 x 49mm
S250P: 88 x 66mm
SH250LH: 85 x 48mm
S250H: 80 x 49mm
S2503: 80x 52mm
S2506: 80 x 52mm
S25010: 80 x 52mm

Environment:

Temperature: -10 ~ 40 °C
Humidity: 10% to 80% relative humidity, no concentration

Safety: CE Mark, EMC Directive, KC Mark

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Epson Force Guide

Intuitive robot force guidance for high-precision performance.

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Physical Specifications:

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SCARA Robots

6-Axis Robots

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