Enough reach, incomplete drawing (Fairino FR10)

JuliaArcher0413 · 24 Jul 2026, 16:50 UTC

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JuliaArcher0413
We're considering Fairino FR10 for machine fixture loading with a rectangular polymer blank in an enclosed machining cell, with 26 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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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

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

9 points
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JuliaArcher0413
Replying to HenryBennett0699

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.

7 points
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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

Use that measured layout to review the complete approach and retreat offline. Include the tool, cables and service access, then ask the integrator to assess a revised mounting arrangement.

16 points
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JuliaArcher0413
Replying to HenryBennett0699

@HenryBennett0699 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.

10 points
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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

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

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JonasAdams0111
Replying to HenryBennett0699

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

13 points
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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JonasAdams0111

@JonasAdams0111 Yes, I made that sound more certain than it's. Compare candidate geometry in the measured layout; a larger arm is only useful if the complete approach improves.

6 points
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FelixBrown0893
Replying to HenryBennett0699

@HenryBennett0699 We had a different machine application where a good transfer layout put the pedestal across a service panel. Maintenance spotted the catch immediately.

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JuliaArcher0413
Replying to FelixBrown0893

Checked ours. The suggested pedestal overlaps a panel opening too. More red pen for the drawing.

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BrunoAli0191
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

Would making the pedestal removable address service access, or would restoring its position introduce a further setup requirement to evaluate?

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HenryBennett0699
Replying to BrunoAli0191

@BrunoAli0191 Restoring location and checking the installation would become part of that proposal. Ask the integrator to compare it with a layout that preserves routine service access.

5 points
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JuliaArcher0413
Replying to HenryBennett0699

The fixture requires a straight approach segment. Should we establish that constraint in the model before exploring alternative positions for the robot base?

14 points
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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

Yes. Include the required entry direction and withdrawal conditions, not just an end pose. A reachable point can still have no usable approach with the proposed tool.

9 points
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JuliaArcher0413
Replying to HenryBennett0699

@HenryBennett0699 I still can't establish a usable approach for the complete tool. Purchase is on hold until access is settled.

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HenryBennett0699
Replying to JuliaArcher0413

Holding the purchase makes sense while the complete-tool approach remains unproven.

13 points

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