SR-9iA/R
The Fanuc SR-9iA/R is a high-speed, heavy-duty rack-mounted SCARA robot designed for transporting small components like solar cell modules on conveyors, targeting increased productivity in solar panel production. With a 9 kg payload and 620 mm reach, it achieves the world's highest processing capacity: 0.7 seconds per back-and-forth cycle (2.5 kg load, 500 mm horizontal, 100 mm vertical lift), sustainable 24/7 without rest. High rigidity in first and second arms ensures precise high-speed motion with minimal tip shake due to unique rack-mounted structure positioning the second arm below the first, reducing vertical protrusion. Shipment began April 2025, showcased at FANUC’s New Products Open House in May 2025. Ideal for electronics, solar, and high-volume assembly, it leverages advanced servo technology for superior accuracy and duty performance.
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FANUC SR-9iA/R Hits 82 Panels/Min in IREX 2025 Demo
FANUC's SR-9iA/R rack-mounted SCARA robot achieved an astonishing 82 solar panels per minute during its live demonstration at IREX 2025 in Tokyo this November, redefining high-volume material handling benchmarks. Engineers marveled as the robot shuttled 2.5 kg solar cell modules across a 500 mm horizontal path and 100 mm vertical lift in relentless cycles, sustaining peak performance without downtime. This feat underscores FANUC's push to meet surging global solar production demands, particularly from China's expanding factories, where throughput directly impacts profitability.
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Q1. What is SR-9iA/R, and what problem is it designed to solve?
The SR-9iA/R is a rack-mounted SCARA robot from Fanuc, with a 9 kg payload and 620 mm reach. According to the manufacturer, it targets transport of small components like solar cell modules on conveyors to enhance productivity in solar panel production.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of SR-9iA/R?
The SR-9iA/R offers high-speed motion, such as completing a 500 mm horizontal transport and 100 mm vertical lift in 0.7 seconds under specified loads. It features high rigidity in its arms and a rack-mounted design that minimizes tip shake during operation.
Q3. Who is SR-9iA/R built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
Fanuc developed the SR-9iA/R for manufacturers handling small components, particularly in solar panel production. It suits industries requiring high-speed pick-and-place, such as electronics assembly, as demonstrated at trade shows.
Q4. Is SR-9iA/R a commercial product or still a research prototype?
The SR-9iA/R is a commercial product. Fanuc announced its sales start in April 2025 as a variation of the SR series SCARA robots.
Q5. Is SR-9iA/R currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
As of 2026, the SR-9iA/R is available for purchase following its April 2025 shipment start. Shipping occurs through Fanuc distributors per announced timelines.
Q6. How does SR-9iA/R actually work in real-world environments?
The SR-9iA/R performs pick-and-place tasks on conveyors, as shown in demos moving electronic panels at IREX 2025. Its rack-mounted structure supports continuous high-speed operation in production lines.
Q7. When was SR-9iA/R announced or officially launched?
Fanuc announced the SR-9iA/R in August 2025 and displayed it at a New Products Open House in May 2025. Shipments began in April 2025.
Q8. How is SR-9iA/R different from other robots in the same category?
Unlike conventional floor-mounted SCARA models, the SR-9iA/R uses a rack-mounted design with the second arm below the first, reducing vertical protrusion and shake during high-speed transport.
Q9. Does SR-9iA/R require additional development or customization after purchase?
The SR-9iA/R integrates with Fanuc controllers and software for setup. According to the manufacturer, it supports standard options like vision and force sensing, though application-specific programming may be needed.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for SR-9iA/R?
Fanuc has not detailed specific upgrades for the SR-9iA/R. It forms part of the SR series, with the company targeting expanded use in high-speed assembly applications.
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