Thermo Scientific™
F7 Robot
A six-axis robot with a slim design and exceptional reach.
Thermo Scientific F7™is a slim robot with an impressive reach, ideal for a wide range of automation applications. The F7 comes complete with a servo gripper and user-friendly teaching softwareThermo Scientific MoverFrameWork™.
Combined with the industry-leading Thermo Scientific Momentum™ scheduling software, the solution delivers exceptional performance and maximum reliability.
Application
• Screening processes
• Synthetic biology
• Chemical compound management
• Clinical sample handling
• qPCR/PCR preparation
• Sample preparation
• Biochemical assays
• Nucleic acid isolation
• ELISA assays
Operating environments
• Vertical workstations
• Housings with HEPA filtration
• Cleanrooms
Robot reliability
• Latest generation of a proven design
• Sealed bearings and brushless AC motors
• Lubrication points with grease fittings — quick and easy preventive maintenance
Robot controller and options
• Track-axis ready
• Mechanical safety brakes on all axes
• iPendant™— a colour networked teach pendant for easier control and design of the workstation user interface
• Expanded network input/output (I/O) capabilities
• Support for smart features, including:
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iRVision™ (integrated controller ready for vision systems)
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force sensors
• IP67 protection for the entire robot and IP69 protection for the upper and lower arms — resistant to harsh environmental conditions
• 10 m controller-to-robot connection
Application
• Procesy screeningowe
• Biologia syntetyczna
• Zarządzanie związkami chemicznymi
• Obsługa próbek klinicznych
• Przygotowanie qPCR/PCR
• Przygotowanie próbek
• Testy biochemiczne
• Izolacja kwasów nukleinowych
• Testy ELISA
Work environment
• Vertical workstations
• Housings with HEPA filtration
• Cleanrooms
Easy to teach
The built-in vision system and dedicated calibration tool enable positions to be taught quickly and precisely.
The position verification system checks stored nest locations before operation begins and automatically corrects minor deviations in real time.
The integrated camera also reads barcodes, enabling:
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automatic confirmation of sample identifiers
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reliable sample tracking
Robot reliability
• Latest generation of a proven design
• Sealed bearings and brushless AC motors
• Lubrication points with grease fittings — quick and easy preventive maintenance
Robot controller and options
• Track-axis ready
• Mechanical safety brakes on all axes
• iPendant™ — a colour, network-enabled programming panel for easier control and workstation user-interface design
• Expanded network input/output (I/O) capabilities
• Support for smart features, including:
-
iRVision™ (integrated controller ready for vision systems)
-
force sensors
• IP67 protection for the entire robot and IP69 protection for the upper and lower arms — resistant to harsh environmental conditions
• 10 m controller-to-robot connection
Easy to learn
The built-in vision system and dedicated calibration tool enable positions to be taught quickly and precisely.
The position verification system checks stored nest locations before operation begins and automatically corrects minor deviations in real time.
The integrated camera also reads barcodes, enabling:
-
automatic confirmation of sample identifiers
-
reliable sample tracking
Thermo
Scientific™
F7 Robot
Six-axis robot with a slim design and exceptional reach
The **Thermo Scientific™ F7™** is a slim-profile robot with an impressive reach, making it ideal for a wide range of automation applications. The F7 comes complete with a servo gripper and the user-friendly **Thermo Scientific™ MoverFrameWork™** teaching software.
Combined with the industry-leading **Thermo Scientific™ Momentum™** scheduling software, the solution delivers outstanding performance and maximum reliability.
Benefits
• Perfect handling every time
AutoLevel technology eliminates problems caused by uneven surfaces.
• Seamless and intuitive configuration
Nest positions are dynamically tracked and maintained through vision-assisted self-healing features.
• Safe, easy and accessible automation
Users require minimal training, while operation and maintenance demand less effort than with other solutions.
F7 Features
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6 degrees of freedom
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Repeatability: ±0.02 mm at full payload and maximum speed throughout the robot's entire working envelope
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Payload: Up to 7 kg at the wrist (including inertia loads)
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High joint speeds and linear track readiness for maximum throughput
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Compact benchtop footprint, slim wrist, and small base enable operation in space-constrained environments
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Optional collaborative (cobot) mode
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Enclosed mechanical design eliminates the risk of snagging cables and tubing
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Vertical, angled, wall-mounted, or inverted installation provides greater installation flexibility
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High rigidity and advanced servo technology ensure smooth, vibration-free motion at high speeds
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Communication via standard Ethernet and serial connections
Easy to use
Spinnaker™ 3 is a collaborative robot that can work alongside users and grow with the laboratory's needs.
Thanks to its flexible architecture, the system can be easily scaled and integrated with additional laboratory devices.
The robot works with Thermo Scientific™ Momentum™ Workflow Scheduling Software, which enables the design, configuration and management of automated laboratory processes.
Easy to maintain
Continuous robot availability and reliable system operation are the priority.
Available service options include:
rapid device replacement programme
fast and efficient robot replacement
maximising laboratory operational availability
Easy to teach
The built-in vision system and dedicated calibration tool enable positions to be taught quickly and precisely.
The position verification system checks stored nest locations before operation begins and automatically corrects minor deviations in real time.
The integrated camera also reads barcodes, enabling:
automatic confirmation of sample identifiers
reliable sample tracking
Technical specifications
Basic data
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Number of axes: 6
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Wrist payload: 7 kg
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Reach: 717 mm
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Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
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Collision radius: 340 mm (standard) / 360 mm (option)
Axis
J1
J2
J3
J4
J5
J6
Range
360°
245°
420°
380°
250°
720°
Speed
450°/s
380°/s
520°/s
550°/s
545°/s
1000°/s
Moment
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16.6 Nm
16.6 Nm
9.4 Nm
Inertia
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0.47 kg·m²
0,47kg·m²
0.15 kg·m²
F7 features
• 6 degrees of freedom
• Repeatability of ±0.02 mm at full payload and full speed throughout the robot's work envelope
• Payload of up to 7 kg at the wrist, including moments of inertia
• Highest joint speeds and track-axis readiness — maximising throughput
• Compact benchtop dimensions, a slim wrist and a small footprint enable operation in confined spaces
• Optional collaborative mode (cobot)
• Enclosed mechanical design eliminates the risk of cables and hoses becoming snagged
• Vertical, angled, wall or inverted mounting increases installation flexibility
• High rigidity and advanced servo technology ensure smooth, vibration-free movement at high speeds
• Communication via standard Ethernet and serial connections
Axis
Base (rotation)
Lift
Elbow (rotation)
Wrist (rotation)
Range
unlimited
635 mm (1385 mm)
unlimited
unlimited
Speed
180°/s
750 mm/s
360°/s
720°/s
Acceleration
360°/s²
2000 mm/s²
1440°/s²
2880°/s²
Technical specifications
Design specifications
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Overall height: 1583 mm (80 in)
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Reach radius: 597 mm
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Work envelope height above mounting surface: –32 to 1533 mm
Oś
Z (height)
Radius (reach)
Theta (rotation)
Range
570 mm
±410 mm
unlimited
Speed
750 mm/s
1200°/s
225°/s
Acceleration
2250 mm/s²
3600 mm/s²
675°/s²
Oś
Base (rotation)
Lift
Elbow (rotation)
Nadgarstek (obrót)
Range
unlimited
635 mm (1385 mm)
unlimited
unlimited
Speed
180°/s
750 mm/s
360°/s
720°/s
Acceleration
360°/s²
2000 mm/s²
1440°/s²
2880°/s²
Mechanical information
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Mechanical brakes: all axes
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Robot weight: 25 kg
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Mounting method: floor, ceiling, angled mounting, wall
Installation conditions
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Ambient temperature: 0–45°C
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Humidity (non-condensing):
Standard operation: ≤75%
Short-term (<1 month): ≤95% -
IP protection rating:
IP69 — upper and lower arms
Easy to use
Easy to maintain
Easy to teach
Technical specifications
Basic data
-
Number of axes: 6
-
Wrist payload: 7 kg
-
Reach: 717 mm
-
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
-
Collision radius: 340 mm (standard) / 360 mm (option)
Axis
J1
J2
J3
J4
J5
J6
Range
360°
245°
420°
380°
250°
720°
Movement speed
450°/s
380°/s
520°/s
550°/s
545°/s
1000°/s
Moment
-
-
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16.6 Nm
16,6Nm
9.4 Nm
Inertia
-
-
-
0.47 kg·m²
0.47 kg·m²
0.15 kg·m²
F7 features
-
6 degrees of freedom
-
Repeatability of ±0.02 mm at full payload and full speed throughout the robot's work envelope
-
Payload of up to 7 kg at the wrist, including moments of inertia
-
Highest joint speeds and track-axis readiness — maximising throughput
-
Compact benchtop dimensions, a slim wrist and a small footprint enable operation in confined spaces
-
Optional collaborative mode (cobot)
-
Enclosed mechanical design eliminates the risk of cables and hoses becoming snagged
-
Vertical, angled, wall or inverted mounting increases installation flexibility
-
High rigidity and advanced servo technology ensure smooth, vibration-free movement at high speeds
-
Communication via standard Ethernet and serial connections
Mechanical information
-
Mechanical brakes: all axes
-
Robot weight: 25 kg
-
Mounting method: floor, ceiling, angled mounting, wall
Installation conditions
-
Ambient temperature: 0–45°C
-
Humidity (non-condensing):
Standard operation: ≤75%
Short-term (<1 month): ≤95%
Ingress protection (IP):
IP69 – upper and lower arms
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