ABB IRB 8700 Owner's manual

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Product specification
IRB 8700

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Product specification
IRB 8700
IRC5
Document ID: 3HAC052852-001
Revision: K
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Specifications subject to change without notice.

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construed as any kind of guarantee or warranty by ABB for losses, damage to persons
or property, fitness for a specific purpose or the like.
In no event shall ABB be liable for incidental or consequential damages arising from
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Additional copies of this manual may be obtained from ABB.
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Table of contents
7Overview of this product specification .............................................................................................
91 Description
91.1 Structure .........................................................................................................
91.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
121.1.2 Different robot versions ............................................................................
131.1.3 Definition of version designations ...............................................................
151.2 Standards ........................................................................................................
151.2.1 Applicable standards ...............................................................................
171.3 Installation .......................................................................................................
171.3.1 Introduction to installation .........................................................................
181.3.2 Operation requirements ............................................................................
191.3.3 Assembling the manipulator ......................................................................
251.4 Calibration and references ..................................................................................
251.4.1 Calibration methods .................................................................................
271.4.2 Fine calibration .......................................................................................
281.4.3 Absolute Accuracy calibration ...................................................................
301.5 Load diagrams ..................................................................................................
301.5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
311.5.2 Load diagrams ........................................................................................
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1.5.3 Maximum load and moment of inertia for full and limited axis 5 (center line down)
movement ..............................................................................................
391.5.4 Wrist torque ...........................................................................................
401.5.5 Maximum TCP acceleration .......................................................................
411.6 Fitting equipment ..............................................................................................
471.7 Maintenance and troubleshooting .........................................................................
481.8 Robot motion ....................................................................................................
481.8.1 Robot motion ..........................................................................................
511.8.2 Performance according to ISO 9283 ............................................................
521.8.3 Velocity .................................................................................................
531.8.4 Robot stopping distances and times ...........................................................
541.9 Servo gun ........................................................................................................
541.9.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
551.9.2 Stationary Gun ........................................................................................
561.9.3 Robot Gun .............................................................................................
572 DressPack
572.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................
572.1.1 Included options .....................................................................................
592.1.2 Product range .........................................................................................
602.1.3 Limitations of robot movements .................................................................
612.1.4 Impact on DressPack lifetime ....................................................................
622.1.5 Information structure ...............................................................................
632.2 DressPack .......................................................................................................
632.2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
642.2.2 Built-in features for upper arm DressPack ....................................................
652.2.3 Interface descriptions for DressPack ...........................................................
702.2.4 Dimensions ............................................................................................
712.3 Type H/HS/HSe .................................................................................................
712.3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
732.3.2 Configuration result for Type H HS HSe .......................................................
762.3.3 Interface description for stationary gun .......................................................
772.3.4 Summary common options Type H HS HSe .................................................
782.3.5 Summary options required for Type Hs HSe .................................................
792.4 Type Se ...........................................................................................................
792.4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................
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812.4.2 Configuration result for Type Se .................................................................
842.4.3 Summary common options for Type Se .......................................................
852.5 Connection kits .................................................................................................
862.5.1 Base - Connector kits ...............................................................................
882.5.2 Axis 3 - Connector kits .............................................................................
892.5.3 Axis 6 - Connector kits .............................................................................
913 Specification of variants and options
913.1 Introduction to variants and options ......................................................................
923.2 Manipulator ......................................................................................................
943.3 Equipment .......................................................................................................
983.4 Floor cables .....................................................................................................
993.5 Process DressPack ...........................................................................................
1003.6 DressPack floor cables .......................................................................................
1013.7 DressPack Lower Upper arm ...............................................................................
1023.8 Connection kits .................................................................................................
1033.9 Servo Gun .......................................................................................................
1043.10 Process cabinet ................................................................................................
1053.11 User documentation ..........................................................................................
1074 Accessories
1074.1 Introduction to accessories .................................................................................
109Index
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Overview of this product specification
About this product specification
It describes the performance of the manipulator or a complete family of manipulators
in terms of:
• The structure and dimensions prints
• The fulfillment of standards, safety and operating requirements
• The load diagrams, mounting or extra equipment, the motion and the robot
reach
• The specification of variants and options available
Usage
Product specifications are used to find data and performance about the product,
for example to decide which product to buy. How to handle the product is described
in the product manual.
Users
It is intended for:
• Product managers and product personnel
• Sales and marketing personnel
• Order and customer service personnel
• Robot programmers
• Project leaders
• Design engineers
References
Document IDReference
3HAC050945-001Product specification - Controller software IRC5
3HAC047400-001Product specification - Controller IRC5
3HAC052355-001Product specification - Robot user documentation, IRC5 with Ro-
botWare 6
3HAC052853-001Product manual - IRB 8700
3HAC055802-001Product manual - DressPack/SpotPack IRB 8700
Revisions
DescriptionRevision
First release-
• Value Max load for 800/3.50 "Vertical Wrist" changed from 950 to
1,000 kg.
• Section "SpotWelding cabinet" updated.
A
• Warranty information for DressPack updated.
• Working range updated.
• Main dimensions updated.
B
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DescriptionRevision
Published in release R17.1. The following updates are done in this revi-
sion:
• Illustrations for Tool flange is changed, see Holes for fitting extra
equipment on page 43
• Major structural change in chapter Specification of variants and
options
• Restriction of load diagram added.
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Published in release R17.2. The following updates are done in this revi-
sion:
• Tool flange drawings changed
• Updated list of applicable standards.
•Delete option 828-1, 828-2, 768-3 and 782-1 as they were all phased
out.
D
Published in release R18.1. The following updates are done in this revi-
sion:
• Added reference to DressPack/SpotPack manual.
• TCP acceleration added.
E
Published in release 19B. The following updates are done in this revision:
• Updated information about Absolute Accuracy.
F
Published in release 19C. The following updates are done in this revision:
• Graphics for DressPack updated. See Base on page 66.
G
Published in release 20A. The following updates are done in this revision:
• M8 cable lug description added in DressPack section.
H
Published in release 20D. The following updates are done in this revision:
• Warranty section updated
J
Published in release 21C. The following updates are done in this revision:
• Removed Axis resolution.
• Text regarding fastener quality is updated.
• Updated information about the option Extended working range.
• Removed option (SpotPack phase out) 782-13 Bosch MFDC
ProfiNet, 858-1 Bosch Adaptive control, 788-1 Forced air cooling,
789-1 Earth fault protection unit, 790-1 Contactor for weld power,
791-1 Weld power cable, 7 m, 791-2 Weld power cable, 15 m, 809-
1 process cable to stationary gun, 7 m, 809-2 process cable to
stationary gun, 15 m, 792-1 Type S, 792-2 Type HS, 793-1 Second
water return, 797-1 7m, 797-2 15m, 797-3 22m, 797-4 30m.
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1 Description
1.1 Structure
1.1.1 Introduction
General
The IRB 8700 serie is ABB Robotics 8:th generation of heavy payload robot, high
performance industrial robots. With focus on high production capacity, compact
design, simple service and low maintenance cost. The IRB 8700 is a general
purpose robot targeting market segment as for example Automotive (BIW), Foundry,
Mining and Metal fabrication.
Software product range
We have added a range of software products - all falling under the umbrella
designation of Active Safety - to protect not only personnel in the unlikely event
of an accident, but also robot tools, peripheral equipment and the robot itself.
Process options
There are a large number of process options for Material Handling/SpotWelding
integrated in the robot.
Operating system
The robot is equipped with the IRC5 controller and robot control software,
RobotWare. RobotWare supports every aspect of the robot system, such as motion
control, development and execution of application programs, communication etc.
See Product specification - Controller IRC5.
Safety
Safety standards valid for complete robot, manipulator and controller.
Additional functionality
For additional functionality, the robot can be equipped with optional software for
application support - communication features - network communication - and
advanced functions such as multitasking, sensor control etc. For a complete
description on optional software, see the Product specification - Controller software
IRC5.
Protection type Foundry Plus 2
Robots with the option Foundry Plus 2 are designed for harsh environments where
the robot is exposed to sprays of coolants, lubricants and metal spits that are
typical for die casting applications or other similar applications.
Typical applications are spraying insertion and part extraction of die-casting
machines, handling in sand casting and gravity casting, etc. (Please refer to Foundry
Prime robots for washing applications or other similar applications). Special care
must be taken in regard to operational and maintenance requirements for
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applications in foundry are as well as in other applications areas. Please contact
ABB Robotics Sales organization if in doubt regarding specific application feasibility
for the Foundry Plus 2 protected robot.
The robot is painted with two-component epoxy on top of a primer for corrosion
protection. To further improve the corrosion protection additional rust preventive
are applied to exposed and crucial areas, e.g. has the tool flange a special
preventive coating. Although, continuous splashing of water or other similar rust
formation fluids may cause rust attach on the robots unpainted areas, joints, or
other unprotected surfaces. Under these circumstances it is recommended to add
rust inhibitor to the fluid or take other measures to prevent potential rust formation
on the mentioned.
The entire robot is IP67 compliant according to IEC 60529 - from base to wrist,
which means that the electrical compartments are sealed against water and solid
contaminants. Among other things all sensitive parts are better protected than the
standard offer.
Selected Foundry Plus 2 features:
• Improved sealing to prevent penetration into cavities to secure IP67
• Additional protection of cabling and electronics
• Special covers that protect cavities
• Well-proven connectors
• Nickel coated tool flange
• Rust preventives on screws, washers and unpainted/machined surfaces
• Extended service and maintenance program
The Foundry Plus 2 robot can be cleaned with appropriate washing equipment
according to the robot product manual. Appropriate cleaning and maintenance is
required to maintain the protection, for example can rust preventive be washed off
with wrong cleaning method.
Available robot versions
The option Foundry Plus 2 might not be available for all robot versions.
See Specification of variants and options on page 91 for robot versions and other
options not selectable together with Foundry Plus 2.
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