Rethink Robotics · Industrial cobots

Sawyer

Discontinued collaborative robot for precision industrial tasks

Overview

Sawyer was a single-arm collaborative robot designed for precision manufacturing processes, such as machine tending. Its integrated force sensing allowed for compliant motion and safe operation in proximity to human workers without requiring safety caging.

Specifications

Deployment Stage
Discontinued
Degrees of Freedom
7
IP Rating
IP54
Locomotion
Stationary
Max Speed
1.5 m/s (typical tool speed)
Payload Capacity
4 kg
Reach
1260 mm
Repeatability
±0.1 mm (task repeatability)
ROS Compatible
Yes
SDK Support
Yes
Sensors
Wrist camera, head camera, force sensors
Weight
19 kg

Where it performs

  • Designed for collaborative work without safety barriers
  • High repeatability for precise manufacturing operations
  • Integrated force sensing for safe interaction

What to check before buying

  • Robot model has been discontinued, limiting support
  • Payload capacity is restricted to 4 kg
  • Deployment requires careful task repeatability assessment

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