Our open machine door is missing from the layout (Fairino FR5)

AnilArcher0375 · 2 Jun 2026, 03:18 UTC

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AnilArcher0375
We're considering Fairino FR5 for finished blank removal with a cylindrical aluminum blank in a production cell beside an enclosed mill, with 132 planned. The sketch reaches the fixture. Trouble is, we left out the gripper body and open door. I'd like to check access properly before choosing an arm.

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ReeceBarnes0558
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Got measured outlines for the opening and gripper? An offline layout might catch what the reach circle misses

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AnilArcher0375
Replying to ReeceBarnes0558

After comparing the outlines, I found that the proposed approach overlaps the door handle even though the workpiece itself clears. That explains the misleadingly comfortable result in my initial sketch.

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ReeceBarnes0558
Replying to AnilArcher0375

Start from those measurements and review approach and withdrawal offline with the full tool, cables and maintenance access included. A revised mount then needs the integrator's assessment

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AnilArcher0375
Replying to ReeceBarnes0558

@ReeceBarnes0558 The buyer has suggested choosing a larger arm. I'm unsure whether that would address the access issue or simply increase our purchase while leaving the obstruction unresolved.

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ReeceBarnes0558
Replying to AnilArcher0375

A larger arm should give you more mounting freedom, so that could be the easiest route to investigate

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LiamBarnes0577
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Bigger could bring another obstruction. Extra reach won't shrink the gripper past that handle

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