Epson launches AX6 cobot with 6 kg payload and no-code programming
Epson Robots has introduced the AX6, a new six-axis collaborative robot designed for compact spaces and human-robot collaboration. The company, based in Suwa, Japan, stated that the AX6 features power- and force-limiting capabilities that allow it to operate alongside people without traditional safety barriers, provided a proper risk assessment is conducted. Rick Brookshire, director for product…
Key points
- Epson launched the AX6 cobot with a 900 mm reach and 6 kg payload.
- The robot features no-code programming and a Python environment for custom development.
- It is designed for ISO Class 5 cleanrooms and potential integration with autonomous mobile robots.
The AX6 offers a 900 mm reach and a 6 kg maximum payload, controlled by an RC-A1010 controller. It emphasizes ease of use through no-code software and a user interface accessible via a web browser, allowing standard industrial tablets to function as teach pendants. James Shimano, product manager at Epson Robots, highlighted that the robot supports a customizable Python development environment for more complex tasks and includes a 3D simulator for testing programs before deployment. The unit also features end-of-arm multifunctional buttons, an Ethernet port, and a multicolor status LED ring for quick status assessment.
Designed with a lightweight carbon-fiber structure, the AX6 is suitable for tight spaces and is compliant with ISO Class 5 cleanroom standards, making it relevant for life science applications. Shimano confirmed that the design was specifically built with integration into autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in mind. The robot is now available through Epson’s distributor partners and is part of the company’s broader AX series, which has sold over 250,000 units worldwide as of April 2026.
Epson introduces AX6 cobot with compact design, no-code programming
The Robot Report · 24 September 2026
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