IntroductionThe HONPINE L Series is a light-duty underwater robotic manipulator designed for subsea operations. Available in L10, L20 and L40 models with a 5-DOF architecture, it covers 10–40 kg payloads and 800–1200 mm reach options. Rated to 300 m depth, the series is suited for inspection, assembly, cleaning and cutting tasks where reduced ROV load and precise manipulation are required.
Features- Model selection: L10 (10 kg / 800 mm), L20 (20 kg / 1000 mm), L40 (40 kg / 1200 mm).
- Underwater weight reduction: significantly lower effective mass in water (e.g. L10 as low as 16 kg) to optimize ROV endurance and handling.
- Gripping performance: progressive gripping forces — 600 N (L10), 1500 N (L20), 2500 N (L40); gripping range 0–100 mm; wrist torque up to 10 N·m.
- Full-axis motion: joint ranges J1 ±30°, J2 ±45°, J3 ±60°, J4 ±360°, J5 telescopic stroke 0–100 mm for multi-angle operations.
- Intelligent control: X86 quad-core controller with EtherCAT and CANopen support; teach, playback, offline and drag programming modes; multiple coordinate frames (joint, robot, tool, user).
- Dual-robot collaboration and open API: synchronous dual-manipulator operation, independent control and coordinated start/stop; open API for C/C++/Python/LUA for custom integration.
- Offline programming compatibility: supports SprutCAM, Robotmaster and RoboDK to reduce on-site commissioning time.
- Deep-sea durability: corrosion-resistant high-strength materials and design for continuous operation to 300 m depth.