SCARA Insights

What is SCARA?

A SCARA (Selective Compliance Articulated Robot Arm) is a type of industrial robot known for its speed and precision in assembly and pick-and-place operations. It features two parallel rotary joints that allow it to move in a horizontal plane with high accuracy, while a third linear joint allows for vertical movement. SCARAs are commonly used in applications such as electronics assembly, component insertion, and packaging due to their ability to perform rapid and repetitive tasks.

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What other technologies are related to SCARA?

SCARA Competitor Technologies

Cartesian

Cartesian robots perform similar pick and place tasks using a different kinematic structure. Therefore, they are a competitor.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 86% (85) of relevant job posts

Epson

Epson manufactures SCARA robots, so it is a direct competitor.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 3% (52) of relevant job posts

Kuka

Kuka manufactures SCARA robots, so it is a direct competitor.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 1% (68) of relevant job posts

Fanuc

Fanuc manufactures SCARA robots and related automation products, making them a competitor.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 0% (120) of relevant job posts

SCARA Complementary Technologies

Cognex

Cognex provides vision systems that can be integrated with SCARA robots for inspection and guidance, making it a complementary technology.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 1% (54) of relevant job posts

HMI

Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are used to control and monitor SCARA robots, making them a complementary technology.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 0% (93) of relevant job posts

PLC

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are often used to control SCARA robots and coordinate their movements with other equipment, making them a complementary technology.

mentioned alongside SCARA in 0% (154) of relevant job posts