The World's Smallest & Lightest Six Axis Cobot
The myCobot 280 M5Stack is a lightweight (under 1kg) collaborative robot arm with 6 degrees of freedom. Ideal for robotics research, artificial intelligence education, DIY, and commercial applications, it supports Python and ROS programming. This desktop robot arm can use a variety of end-effectors and can lift and move objects up to 250g. Recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) as one of the world's smallest robot arms.
Users across various sectors have utilized myCobot arms for learning and applying robotic technologies. As of December 2022, myCobot 280 products have been sold to over 50 countries and regions, with more than 10,000 units sold, demonstrating the product's global reach and reliability.
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Innovation Task Using the myCobot 280 Robotic Arm
Portable and versatile, the myCobot 280 series robotic arms empower users of all ages to learn and explore robotics by enabling easy creation of learning tasks and reliable object engrave, draw, write & more within designated zones. |
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Pick & Place Task Using the myCobot 280 Robotic Arm
Designed for research and makers, the myCobot 280 series robot arms offer a variety of control methods. They also boast reliable mobile transport and precise placement capabilities, making them ideal for various tasks. |
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Integration of Multiple End Effector Types for Applications
The myCobot 280 robot arm supports secondary development through its Lego interface, enabling the integration of multiple end effector technologies. This feature allows developers to implement various you need projects, including robot assistant, object recognition, image sorting, face recognition & tracking, and more. |
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Seen on TV & Endorsed by Media Experts
Our contribution to innovative robots has helped tens of thousands of users use myCobot robotic arms to learn and apply robotics with ease and efficiency.
Robot Applications with ROS Compatibility
Robot Specification with 6 Servo Motors
Learn Robotics with Programming
We provide a Gitbook for quickly building a robotic arm development environment with detailed tutorials on everything from setting up the environment to controlling the robotic arm and support popular programming languages like Python, C++, C#, and Arduion.
Better Robotics Programming Software
Easily learn to program myCobot in your style and ready to start your robotics journey.
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Flexible & Effortless Operation
myCobot's intuitive slider controls enable effortless operation, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced users.
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Learn Through MoveIt Demos
MoveIt empowers programmers to develop sophisticated robotics applications with its comprehensive path planning and obstacle avoidance capabilities, catering to advanced development needs.
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Offer Optional AI Kit Integration
myCobot 280 can be integrated with an AI Kit, enabling users to delve into machine vision and robot-arm coordination for object recognition and grasping tasks.
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Compound Mobile Robot: myAGV + myCobot 280
Combining a mobile chassis with a robotic arm, the myAGV offers versatile functionalities for research, education, and individual makers. These include 2D/3D mapping and navigation, graphical programming, visual software integration, ROS simulation, and gamepad/keyboard control.
Specifications
| myCobot 280 M5 Specifications | |
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| DOF | 6 |
| Working Radius (mm) | 280 |
| Payload (g) | 250 |
| Weight (g) | 800 |
| Positioning Accuracy (mm) | ± 0.5 |
| Working Lifespan (h) | 500 |
| Power Input | DC 12V 5A |
| Type-C | 1 |
| LCD Display | 2.0″ @ 320×240 ILI9342C IPS panel, max brightness 853 nit |
| Main Control | ESP32 |
| Master Core Bluetooth | 2.4G / 5G |
| Master Core Wireless | 2.4G 3D Antenna |
| Master Control (INPUT) | 1, 2, 3, 5, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 35, 36 |
| Master Control (OUTPUT) | Input sharing |
| Auxiliary Control Type | ESP32 ×1 |
| Auxiliary Control Core Parameters | 240MHz dual core, 600 DMIPS, 520KB SRAM, Wi-Fi, dual mode Bluetooth |
| Flash | 4MB |
| IO | G19, G21, G22, G23, G25, G33 |
| Fixed Hole Position | Lego + Screws |
| Free Movement | Support |
| Joint Motion | Support |
| Cartesian Motion | Support |
| Track Recording | Support |
| Wireless Control | Support |
| Windows | Support |
| Linux | Support |
| MAC | Support |
| ROS 1 | Support |
| ROS 2 | Support |
| Python | Support |
| C++ | Support |
| C# | Support |
| JS | Support |
| myBlockly | Support |
| Mind+ | Support |
| UiFlow | Support |
| Arduino | Support |
| myStudio | Support |
| Serial Port Control Protocol | Support |
| TCP/IP | Support |
| MODBUS | Support |
| Joint Range of Motion | J1: -165° ~ +165° J2: -165° ~ +165° J3: -165° ~ +165° J4: -165° ~ +165° J5: -165° ~ +165° J6: -179° ~ +179° |
| Type of Motor Encoder | 12-bit Magnetic Encoder |
| Power-off Position | Support |
| Shell | Metal |
| Gear Type | Steel |
Resources
| Download 3D File (Host & Accessories STEP Files) | Download |
| Get Software Tutorial on GitHub (Coding Learning) | View |
| Get User Tutorial on Gitbook (Recommended Reading) | View |
myStudio
Centralized Robot Management: myStudio offers firmware updates, video tutorials, and Maintenance/repair information, all accessible from a one-stop platform.
| Windows | Download |
| Linux | Download |
| Mac | Download |
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