Servo-driven manipulator NEX20

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Overview
The NEX20 is a 6-axis industrial manipulator engineered for adaptive handling and assembly tasks, offering a 20 kg payload and a 1,552 mm working range. As part of the MOTOMAN NEXT platform, it supports sensor-based automation workflows where robots detect, evaluate and autonomously react to varying workpieces.

AI & Control
MOTOMAN NEXT combines traditional robot control with an NVIDIA-based ACU, integrating OT signal control and data-driven IT capabilities on a single platform. An open Linux Docker environment, ROS 2 compatibility and modern software tools (Yaskawa, NVIDIA) enable deployment of AI robotics applications and flexible development workflows.

Design & Drive
The NEX20 features Sigma-X high-inertia servo drives for high dynamic response and excellent absolute positioning accuracy. The arm includes integrated media and Cat6 Ethernet cabling to power plug-and-play actuators or cameras at the flange without external media packages. The design is slim, lightweight and offers IP67-protected housings and a small installation footprint.

Key features

• Universal 20 kg payload and up to 1,552 mm working range
• High motion performance with Sigma-X high-inertia servo drives
• Outstanding absolute positioning and repeatability (0.02 mm)
• Slim, low-weight design with small installation area
• Integrated Cat6 Ethernet and media cabling; cable routing options
• IP67-protected housings for harsh environments

Technical Details
Number of Axes: 6
Payload: 20 kg
Max. Working Range: 1552 mm
Repeatability: 0.02 mm
Weight: 225 kg
Power Supply: 2 kVA
Maximum Speed S Axis: 240 °/s
Maximum Speed L Axis: 240 °/s
Maximum Speed U Axis: 300 °/s
Maximum Speed R Axis: 430 °/s
Maximum Speed B Axis: 430 °/s
Maximum Speed T Axis: 900 °/s
Mounting Options: Floor

Specifications

• Model: NEX20
• Series: NEX-Series (MOTOMAN NEXT)
• Drive technology: Sigma-X high-inertia servo drives
• AI-ready control: NVIDIA-based ACU; open Linux Docker; ROS 2 compatibility
• Integrated connectivity: media and Cat6 Ethernet cabling in arm
• Protection: IP67