Micro-automation industrial robots for precision assembly, testing, and optical alignment
Mecademic builds ultra-compact industrial robots for high-precision micro-automation in photonics, medical devices, electronics, lab automation, and micro-assembly. The Meca500 six-axis industrial robot arm and MCS500 SCARA deliver 5 µm repeatability, embedded controllers, and simple PLC/PC integration for space-limited production environments.
Ultra-compact footprint
Micron-level repeatability
Easy integration
THE GOLD STANDARD IN MICRO-AUTOMATION
The smallest industrial 6-axis robot. With the controller embedded in the base, it’s the ultimate “Plug-and-Work” solution for tight spaces.
– Optical alignment
– Micro-assembly
– Reorientation
– Complex paths
– 5 µm repeatability
– 1 µm resolution
– 500 g rated payload
– 330 mm reach
THE WORLD'S FASTEST PRECISION
Unmatched precision for high-volume micro-assembly. Optimized industrial production standards with enhanced firmware for zero-latency integration.
– Fast pick-and-place
– Assembly
– Lab automation
– Horizontal part transfer
– 5 µm repeatability
– 500 g rated payload
– 225 mm reach
– 0.42 s cycle time
Proof in practice:
Real-world results with Mecademic robots
XVP Photonics
- Automated optical alignment workflows
- Increased consistency and throughput
- Reduced manual intervention
Steven Douglas Corp
- Compact automation cell design
- High repeatability in production
- Seamless system integration
Precision vs accuracy in robotics:
what actually matters for your application?
In industrial robotics, precision and accuracy are not the same.
A robot can be highly precise (repeatable movements) without being perfectly accurate (absolute positioning). Mecademic robots deliver micron-level precision out of the box, and can achieve high accuracy through calibration services when your application requires it.
Achieving optimal industrial robot performance through calibration
- The difference between precision and accuracy
- When calibration is required
- How to improve robotic performance in real applications
What is the smallest six-axis industrial robot from Mecademic?
The Meca500 is Mecademic’s ultra-compact six-axis industrial robot, designed as a plug-and-work automation component with an embedded controller.
What repeatability do Mecademic robots offer?
The Meca500 and MCS500 both offer 0.005 mm / 5 µm position repeatability.
When should I choose a SCARA robot instead of a six-axis robot?
Choose the MCS500 SCARA for fast horizontal pick-and-place or assembly tasks where parts do not need complex reorientation. Choose the Meca500 when the application requires six-axis flexibility, tilted motion, or part reorientation.
Can Mecademic robots fit into existing production cells?
Yes. Mecademic robots are compact, use embedded controllers, and are designed for integration with existing automation platforms.
What is the difference between precision and accuracy in robotics?
Precision refers to a robot’s ability to repeat the same motion consistently, while accuracy refers to how close the robot gets to a target position. Mecademic robots are highly precise out of the box and can achieve high accuracy through calibration services when required.
Do I need calibration for my application?
Calibration is recommended for applications requiring absolute positioning accuracy, such as optical alignment. For many pick-and-place or repetitive tasks, the robot’s native precision is sufficient.
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