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FAIRINO FR SERIES COBOT WELDING SYSTEM

1. Ultra-fast Programming and User-friendly Interface

2. Flexible Integration & Open Ecosystem

3. Optimized Design: Modularization and Quick Deployment
4. Highly Customizable
5. Durable Operation in Harsh Environments
6. Long Reach and Wide Product Range

FAIRINO FR SERIES COBOT WELDING SYSTEM: VERSATILE AUTOMATED WELDING SOLUTION

Fairino FR Series is not just a robotic arm, but an intelligent welding ecosystem designed to thoroughly solve the problems of weld quality and the shortage of skilled labor. With its modularization philosophy, absolute safety when operating alongside humans, and AI integration, Fairino is leading the digital transformation trend in modern mechanical workshops.

cobot deployment layouts

1. Intelligent Welding Technology & Outstanding Features

The Fairino FR product line possesses superior technical characteristics that help replace and support welders in harsh environments:

  • Ultra-high precision: The dual-encoder system at each joint allows for maintaining position repeatability from ±0.02mm to ±0.1mm. This ensures every weld seam, from spot welding to multi-layer welding, achieves perfect consistency.

cobot welding application

  • Advanced Weaving Modes: Integrated with diverse oscillation process packages:

    • Zig-zag Weaving: Stabilizes the weld current for long weld seams.

    • Triangle Weaving: Controls penetration for thick steel.

    • Circular/Cyclone Weaving: Effectively handles non-uniform material surfaces.

    • Fish-scale Welding: Creates high-aesthetic welds similar to professional TIG welding techniques.

  • High-speed programming with Smart Tool: Using the Teach Pendant and manual lead-through feature allows technicians to set up new weld paths in just minutes.

  • Safety & Flexibility: Sensitive force sensors allow the robot to work alongside humans without safety fences. The magnetic base allows for flexible installation on many metal surfaces.

2. Detailed Analysis of Fairino FR Models

The FR Series is divided into segments based on payload and reach to optimize for specific use cases:

Fairino cobot models

A. Light Payload Segment (Small parts production)

  • FR3 & FR3MT (3kg Payload): The most compact, suitable for tight spaces or training. FR3 offers high precision (±0.02mm), while FR3MT optimizes costs with an instantaneous load capacity of up to 5kg.

  • FR5 (5kg Payload): The popular model for standard tasks with a 922mm working radius.

B. Medium Payload Segment (Most common)

  • FR10 (10kg Payload): A versatile model with a long reach of up to 1400mm, ideal for standard welding tables and parts requiring extended reach.

  • FR16 (16kg Payload): Focused on power and stability. With a 1034mm reach, FR16 is suitable for carrying heavy welding torches, complex guns, or integrating bulky sensors.

C. Heavy Payload Segment (Heavy industry)

  • FR20 (20kg Payload): Features the largest reach (1854mm). The number one choice for automotive chassis welding, oversized steel structures, or robots mounted on slide rails.

  • FR30 (30kg Payload): The most powerful series, suitable for heavy industrial welding or combined welding and material handling (Pick & Place).


3. Comparison Table & Model Selection Guide

Specific Application Recommended Model Selection Advantages
Electronic Components / Small Parts FR3 / FR5 Highest precision (±0.02mm), compact.
Civil Welding & Light Industry FR10 Ideal reach (1400mm) for most welding tables.
Ship Hulls, Heavy Welding Guns FR16 High payload (16kg), extremely stable operation.
Large Steel Structures / Slide Rails FR20 Maximum reach (1854mm), covers wide areas.
Dusty / Spark-heavy Environments All Models Optional upgrade to IP65 dust and water resistance.

4. Fully Integrated System

cobot connection diagram

A complete Fairino Cobot welding package provided by us includes:

  1. Cobot Manipulator: (Options from FR3 to FR30).

  2. Control Box & Teach Pendant: User-friendly FAIRINO OS interface. The control box has 2 options: DC or AC power supply.

  3. Magnetic Base: Supports flexible on-site installation.

  4. Flexible Welding Source: Perfectly compatible with Panasonic, Megmeet, Fronius, Aotai…

  5. Expandability: Can be converted to Plasma cutting, material handling, or weld seam tracking.

 

Technical SpecificationsFR3MTFR3FR5FR10FR16FR20FR30
Payload3 kg (instantaneous 5kg)3 kg5 kg10 kg16 kg20 kg30 kg
Reach622 mm622 mm922 mm1400 mm1034 mm1854 mm1403 mm
Repeatability±0.05 mm±0.02 mm±0.02 mm±0.05 mm±0.03 mm±0.1 mm±0.1 mm
Machine Weight≈10 kg≈15 kg≈22 kg≈40 kg≈40 kg≈85 kg≈85 kg
Base Diameter (Footprint)125 mm128 mm149 mm190 mm190 mm240 mm240 mm
Power Consumption (Avg/Peak)200W / 230W220W / 280W260W / 310W300W / 500W310W / 410W620W / 810W600W / 910W
Protection Grade (IP Rating)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)IP54 (Option IP65)
Max Speed1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s