Can this reach sketch support an arm choice? - machining fixture exchange

FelixCarter0980 · 26 Aug 2026, 19:36 UTC

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FelixCarter0980
Our proposed use for Fairino FR5 is machining fixture exchange with a machined brass blank in an enclosed machining cell, with 113 planned. The reach sketch suggests the fixture is accessible, but it includes neither the gripper body nor the open machine door. I need a fuller access check to inform our choice of arm.

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TheoBaker0497
Replying to FelixCarter0980

Can you compare measured door geometry with the proposed gripper envelope? An offline layout including both may expose access issues that the reach sketch doesn't represent.

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FelixCarter0980
Replying to TheoBaker0497

@TheoBaker0497 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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TheoBaker0497
Replying to FelixCarter0980

@FelixCarter0980 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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FelixCarter0980
Replying to TheoBaker0497

@TheoBaker0497 Our buyer says go bigger. Does that help, or just buy the same problem in a larger arm?

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TheoBaker0497
Replying to FelixCarter0980

Going larger should open up mounting options. It might be the most straightforward option to explore.

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HazelCarter1006
Replying to TheoBaker0497

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

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