Robotics

The move to robotics and smart manufacturing requires reliable power and data connections.

Design flexible, sleek robotics

Elevating the performance, capabilities, and reliability of industrial robots and cobots requires an innovative approach to their design. HARTING's compact, modular cables enable the combination of multiple transmission types (power, signal, and data) into a single, space-saving interface for simplified cable management.

Meanwhile, IIoT-enabled connectors and communication interfaces allow robots to easily connect to industrial networks and communicate with other automated systems.

Worry-free connectivity

Rugged connectors and cables stand up to the demands of non-stop use and harsh environments.

Collaborative engineering support

Simple design and helpful digital tools empower teams to speed build time and boost up-time.

Design and application flexibility

Get more utility in less space with smaller, more multi-function components.

Robotics connectivity applications

1 | Industrial Robot

Technical requirements

Compact size of components for transmission of power, data and signal
Immunity against electromagnetic interference (EMC)
Robust design against harsh environmental conditions and high dynamic loads
Quick exchange of sub-units
Equipment availability and short set-up times

Solutions and benefits

✓ Space- and weight-saving design (miniaturization)
✓ Safe and continuous screen connection (EMC), offering protected electrical signals
✓ Durable connections through proven design
✓Safe and reliable connection at set-up and exchange of units
✓ Fast and easy cable assembly, saving time and money

2 | Automated Guided Vehicle

Technical requirements

Data, power and signal supply of components and devices must be easy to install
Ethernet switches as well as RFID components must be highly resistant to interferences
Capable of withstanding harsh environments as well as high dynamic loads
Allowing for a quick replacement of installed components
High availability and quick set up of systems

Solutions and benefits

✓ HARTING Ethernet switches as well as components comply with the most demanding standards
✓ RFID solutions are easy to program and most accurate when it comes to monitoring of processes
✓ Preassembly is quick and easy
✓ Secure and reliable connection technology facilitates installation and removal of components
✓ Broad portfolio offers components and devices for most diverse installation situations

3 | Assembly Robot

Technical requirements

Compact size of components for transmission of power, data and signal
Immunity against electromagnetic interference (EMC)
Robust design against harsh environmental conditions and high dynamic loads
Quick exchange of sub-units
Equipment availability and short set-up times

Solutions and benefits

✓ Space- and weight-saving design (miniaturization)
✓ Safe and continuous screen connection (EMC), offering protected electrical signals
✓ Durable connections through proven design
✓ Safe and reliable connection at set-up and exchange of units
✓ Fast and easy cable assembly, saving time and money

Diagram showing how HARTING connectors and cables work in a variety of robotics applications.

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Robotics

Design flexible, sleek robotics

Worry-free connectivity

Collaborative engineering support

Design and application flexibility

Robotics connectivity applications

Technical requirements

Solutions and benefits

Technical requirements

Solutions and benefits

Technical requirements

Solutions and benefits

Plug and Play Connectivity in Mobile Robots

Featured robotics connectivity solutions

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Metric Circular

ix Industrial / Mini PushPull

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