Direct Robot Control

Simple operation via G-code

The robot can be connected to the machine tool controller via Plug&Play.  The prerequisites are that the controller from Mitsubishi Electric’s M8 CNC series has the new Direct Robot Control feature installed and that the system knows the robot’s key data. Once these conditions have been met, the robot can be simply plugged into the machine tool and put into operation. This also makes it possible to use the robot on different machine tools – either mobile and movable or permanently installed in the center of a production island, depending on requirements and size.

The HMI for maximum user-friendliness

The Mitsubishi Electric robot is operated via the HMI of the M8 series. Control is even more convenient via the optional 19″ touchscreen – where most users immediately feel at home. The new Direct-Robot-Control feature developed by Mitsubishi Electric also makes it possible to control the robot very simply via G-code. This eliminates the need for operation via Teaching Box/Smart Panel or starting the robot program via PLC.

As a convenient and particularly accurate procedure, the coordinate system of the machine tool axes can now also be accessed directly. Workpiece coordinates can also be used without transferring them to another system, and it is still possible to move to target points of the teaching method. This reduces programming times, simultaneously increases safety and enables shorter cycle times in practice. A simple idea that reduces complexity enormously and enables effortless integration of robots for automated production.

• Maintainability: Status of Robot is monitored and diagnosed from NC Screen. Robot-dedicated HMI is not required
• Controllability: Robot can be operated from NC screen (G Code / JOG / Teaching)
• Connectivity: NC and Robot controller are connected via Ethernet