Elephant Robotics myCobot 280 Robot Arm (M5 Stack)
Artno.: ER1-102801
myCobot is the smallest and lightest six-axis collaborative robot in the world, jointly developed by Elephant Robotics and M5Stack. The robot arm is full of imagination and creativity and can be developed according to the needs of users to achieve DIY goals, making it a perfect collaborative robot for education and research.

649.00 € incl. 19% VAT
545.38 € excl. VAT
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Shipping time: 1 - 3 business days

Description

The net weight of myCobot-280 is 850g, the payload is 250g, and the working range is 280mm. This is a compact but powerful collaborative robot. It has rich software and hardware interaction methods and diversified compatible expansion interfaces. The open-source robotic arm supports multi-platform secondary development, effectively helping users realize multi-scenario application development.

myCobot 280

myCobot-Pi myCobot-M5
Robot Parameters
Working Range
280mm 280mm
DOF 6 6
Payload 250g 250g
Hardware Parameters
SOC Broadcom BCM2711 ESP32
CPU 1.5GHz Quad-core 240MHz Dual-core
Bluetooth/WiFi Yes Yes
USB USB3.0 x2;USB2.0 x2 Type-C x1
Display No
2 inch IPS screen
HDMI Port
micro HDMI x2 No
Custom Buttons
No
3
IO Pins 40 20
Software Platform
- Works Independently
Connect with PC
Programming Environment
Debian / Ubuntu Arduino
ROS / Python Built-in
External
Supported Cameras Any camera
M5-StickV

Feature

myCobot-M5 myCobot-Pi
Unique industrial design and extremely compact Unlimited potential with Raspberry Pi ecosystem
myCobot adopts an integrated modular design and weighs only 850 grams, which is light and compact. The overall structure of the mechanical arm is simple and stylish, with few spare parts, and can be quickly disassembled and replaced.
  • Raspberry Pi 4B, 1.5GHz 4 core CPU, running on Debian/Ubuntu platform.
  • Support 4 USB, 2 HDMI, standardized GPIO interface.
High configuration and equipped with 2 screens Built-in ROS & Blockly programming
myCobot contains 6 high-performance servo motors with fast response, small inertia, and smooth rotation. The cobot carries 2 display screens supporting the fasted library to show the expanded application scene more easily and clearly.
  • Built-in ROS simulation manipulator operating state, super scalability.
  • blockly visual programming, while supporting general Python software interface.
Lego Connectors & Thousands of M5STACK Ecological Application Image recognition with multiple end-effectors
The base and end of myCobot are equipped with a Lego Connector, which is suitable for the development of various miniature embedded equipment. Its base is controlled by M5Stack Basic, an open-source dev kit that enables thousands of application cases can be used out-of-box.
  • Comes with an image recognition algorithm, can work with a variety of cameras.
  • Independently match different accessories such as display, gripper suction pump, etc., realizing more application scenarios.
Blockly Programming & Supporting Industrial ROS Unique industrial design, extremely compact
Using UIFlow visual programming software, programming myCobot is simple and easy for everyone. You can also use RoboFlow, software of industrial robots from Elephant Robotics, supporting multiple functional modules Arduino + ROS open-source system.
  • Integrated design, the structure of the robot arm is compact, and the net weight is only 850g, super convenient to carry.
  • Modular design, few spare parts, low maintenance cost, quick disassembly, and replacement, realizing plug and play.
Track Recording & Learn by hand High configuration, with Lego interface
Get rid of the traditional point saving mode, myCobot supports drag trial teaching to record the saved track and can save up to 60mins different Tracks making it easy and fun for beginners to learn robotic arms.
  • Contains 6 high-performance servo motors, fast response, small inertia, smooth rotation.
  • The base and the end of the cobot are equipped with Lego component interfaces, easier for the development of various micro-embedded equipment.
Track Recording & Learn by hand
Get rid of the traditional point saving mode, myCobot supports drag trial teaching to record the saved track and can save up to 60mins different Tracks making it easy and fun for beginners to learn robotic arms.

How to control myCobot-280?

  • Learn by Hand: Get rid of the traditional point saving mode, myCobot supports drag trial teaching to record the saved track and saves up to 60mins different tracks making it easy and fun for new players to learn.
  • You can use the digital pins on the robot to make it communicate with other devices, for example, Arduino(tutorial)
  • With Myblockly, our free desktop application, Mind+ UiFlow robotic programs without any prior programming knowledge. You can also use RoboFlow, our software of industrial robots.
  • Advanced Users: develop your own controller (use a computer mouse, a keyboard, a game controller or Leap Motion to control myCobot according to your preferences and needs), use our API (Python, C++, C#, Javascript) to control myCobot directly or remotely or dive directly into the ROS code, which is open-source.

Specifications

Product Parameters
Degree of Freedom 6 Weight 850g
Payload 250g Power Input 8V, 5A
Arm span 350mm Material Industrial Nylon
Working radius 280mm Working Condition -5°~45°
Repeatability ±0.5mm Communication USB Type-C
M5STACK Basic
ESP32-D0WDQ6 240MHz dual-core, 600 DMIPS, 520KB SRAM, Wi-Fi, dual-mode Bluetooth
Flash 16MB
Power Input 5V @ 500mA
Port TypeC x 1, GROVE(I2C+I/0+UART) x 1
Core Bottom Port PIN (G1, G2, G3, G16, G17, G18, G19, G21, G22, G23, G25, G26, G35, G36)
IPS Screen 2 inch, 320x240 Colorful TFT LCD, ILI9342C, Brightness853nit
Speaker 1W-0928
Button Custom button x 3
Battery 110mAh @ 3.7V
Antenna 2.4G 3D Antenna
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
M5STACK Atom
ESP32 240MHz dual-core, 600 DMIPS, 520KB SRAM, Wi-Fi, dual-mode Bluetooth
Flash 4MB
Power Input 5V @ 500mA
Port TypeC x 1, GROVE(I2C+I/0+UART) x 1
PIN Interface G19, G21, G22, G23, G25, G33
RGB LED WS2812C 2020 x 25
MEMS MPU6886
IR Infrared transmission
Button Custom bottom x 1
Antenna 2.4G 3D Antenna
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Difference

What are the differences between myCobot-M5, myCobot-Pi, myCobot-Jetson Nano, and myCobot for Arduino?

A robotic arm is a type of mechanical arm. It is usually programmable and assembles functions of a human arm. Such anarm is typically connected by joints that allow rotation or translational displacement.

Robotic arms are irreplaceable devices capable of performing a specific task or job quickly, efficiently, and with extreme accuracy in the modern production process. The earliest research on robotic arms dates back to the 1940s when US Argonne and Oak Ridge National Laboratories used remote robotic arms to deal with radioactive materials. After seventy year's development, robotic arms become one of the most common mechanical devices used in cutting, assembling, palletizing, spraying, and other occasions, and in medical surgery, aerospace exploration, military reconnaissance, etc.

myCobot-M5 introduced by the year 2020 with M5 Stack Atom & Basic ESP32 with dual display screens, supporting the faster visual operation and monitoring work status, so programming MyCobot-M5 is simple and easy for every user. Based on M5 Stack Atom & Basic ESP32 providing a full range of IoT modules from main controllers, communication modules to the sensors and actuators, Mycobot-M5 is suited for users emphasizing high performance, reliability, and scalability. Practical cases range from studio helpers that can deliver tools to kitchen assistants that can cookcakes. On M5 Stack open platform, users can browse and search for open source hardware, API interface and diverse cooperation forms in a more cost-effective way.

myCobot-Pi introduced with Raspberry Pi 4B with 1.5GHz 4 core CPU, running on Debian/Ubuntu platform. Built-in ROS and blockly visual programming enable Mycobot-Pi to operate with relatively high scalability. It is regarded as the most affordable portable processor. As Raspberry Pi aims to promote basic computer science education in schools with low-cost hardware and free software, users can enjoy a friendly educational community with the help of the Raspberry Pi press and Raspberry Pi foundation. With numerous books for computing gaming and the inspirational community in an easy-to-use platform of Raspberry Pi, this version is suitable for users ranging from beginners who want to learn python or set up a lightweight platform, to STEM educators and institutions for further research.

myCobot-Jetson Nano Based on the Jetson Nano AI board and equipped with a camera, myCobot 280 Jetson Nano is capable of quick image processing, robotic algorithm developments, ROS simulation learning, etc. Being a powerful small artificial intelligence computer, it can be started by simply inserting a microSD card with a system image, which simplifies beginners' development. Besides, the Jetson Nano board includes a higher-performance and more powerful GPU (graphics processing unit), which leads to better outcomes in eye-in-hand robot projects compared with my robot Pi making more advanced R&Dpossible. Combined with Nvidia's powerful SDKs such as Deepstream, Vision AI applications and services, it is an ideal version to deepen AI and robotics learning for developers. This boosts the potential of the myCobot-Jetson Nano's secondary development.

myCobot for Arduino Compatible with multiple Arduino or Arduino-like boards and extensions. Arduino software is easy-to-use for beginners, yet flexible enough for advanced users. While most other microcontrollers systems are limited to Windows, the Arduino Software (IDE) runs on cross platforms including Windows, Macintosh OSX, and Linux OS. This version focuses on the integrity of robotic arms and pays more attention to improving the simplicity of research and development of users. With a range of Arduino boards (e.g. MKR WiFi 1010, UNO, Mega 2560, etc ) and extensible software to choose from, developers and designers can make their unique myCobot to meet their demands. As myCobot for Arduino provides a more open clear development environment, developers can even design their boards without necessarily relying on PCB'A (Printed Circuit Board Assembly). Furthermore, for teachers looking to bring some innovation into classrooms, Arduino Education is ready to empower educators with necessary hardware and software tools.

    myCobot-M5 myCobot-Pi myCobot-Jetson Nano myCobot for Arduino
Robot Parameters DOF 6 6 6 6
Working Range
(mm)
280 280 280 280
Payload
(g)
250 250 250 250
Hardware Parameters USB   x 4 1x USB 3.0
2x USB 2.0
 
         
SoC ESP32 Raspberry Pi Jetson Nano2G Extensible Arduino
UNO/MEGA/MKR
bluetooth/
wifi
yes yes yes yes
OS Windows yes yes   yes
Linux yes yes yes yes
MAC yes yes    
Language ROS 1 yes yes yes yes
ROS 2 yes      
Python yes yes yes yes
C++ yes     yes
C# yes     yes
JS yes     yes
software platform RoboFlow yes yes    
myblocky yes yes yes yes
Mind+ yes yes    
UiFlow yes      
Arduino yes     yes

Available Accessoiries

myCobot - Flat Base

myCobot-Flat Base is the base for collaborative robots from Elephant Robotics. (Fit for ER myCobot 280 M5, ER myCobot 280 Pi.) Flat Base myCobot can be fixed by inserting the Lego connectors into the baseplate and the bottom of the robot arm. Let you focus more on operating the robotic arm for creation and research. It is recommended to use it on smooth desktops such as glass, marble, etc. Test the adhesion of the desktop before use.

  • Simple and Robust Robotic Base. The flat base is ideal for the robotic arm. It can hold the robotic arm very well. So you can focus more on creation and research.
  • Compact and Does Not Take Up Space. The compact design and small volume let you don't worry about taking up too much space on the table.
  • Move Freely. The flat base allows you to move arbitrarily on a flat desktop.
  • Easy to Use. It installs in minutes on the Robot arm, please check the instructions.
  • Lightweight and Easy to Carry. It weighs only 60g, which is very light so that you can carry it easily.

myCobot - G Shape Base

myCobot- G Shape Base is the base for collaborative robots from Elephant Robotics. It can help you fix the robotic arm firmly. Let you focus more on operating the robotic arm for creation and research.

  • Simple and Robust Robotic Base. The G Shape Base is ideal for the robotic arm. It can hold the robotic arm very well. So you can focus more on creation and research.
  • Compact and Does Not Take Up Space. The compact design and small volume let you don't worry about taking up too much space on the table.
  • More Flexibility. The G shape base can be used on any edge of the desktop, giving you more flexibility.
  • Easy to Use. It installs in minutes on the Robot arm, please check the instructions.
  • Lightweight and Easy to Carry. It weighs only 100g, which is very light so that you can carry it easily.

Adaptive Gripper

Adaptive Gripper is the grippers for collaborative robots from Elephant Robotics. Used for myCobot 280 M5Stack, myCobot 280 Pi, MyCobot 280 For Arduino, myCobot 280 Jetson Nano,myPalletizer 260 M5Stack, myPalletizer 260 Pi, mechArm 270 M5, mechArm 270 Pi,myBuddy 280. 2-Finger adaptive gripper enables both internal and external parallel gripping, as well as a unique encompassing grip mode. It picks up any object of any shape and doesn't let go. Use it to accomplish a complete lineup of applications with a fast time-to-production?no robotics expertise required. It is key to a highly flexible and reliable robotic cell.

  • Simple and Robust Robotic Hand. The Adaptive Gripper is ideal for advanced manufacturing and robotic research. It adapts to the object's shape for a solid grip, so you can focus on the task and not the grasping.
  • Full Control, Versatile Gripper. Simply adjust the gripper's position, speed, and force until it grasps your object perfectly.
    Can detect whether the part is picked and verify the size of the part.
  • High Repeat Positioning Accuracy. Repeated positioning accuracy can reach 1mm, fast closing can be achieved.
  • Easy to Integrate, Easy to Use. It installs in minutes on the Robot arm from elephant robotics, and our Gripper makes its configuration and programming fast and intuitive.
  • Dynamic Torque Adjustment. Objects within the rated load weight and size can be clamped by adaptive width.

Suction Pump

The suction Pump is very efficient for fast and reliable pick and place and allows you to pick some objects that a normal gripper can't pick. Such as taking out the cover of a flat box, moving soda cans from the top, and picking and placing large objects on a flat surface.

  • Easy to Use.
  • Strong Suction.
  • Full Control and Versatile.
  • Small Size and Saving Installation Space.
  • Simple and Robust Robotic Suction Pump.

Shipping weight: 1.95 Kg

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