SZGH T1000-C-6 — 6-Axis Industrial Robot Arm for CNC Machine Tending

What Is the SZGH T1000-C-6?

The SZGH T1000-C-6 is a six-axis articulated industrial robot combining a 10 kg payload with a 1,000 mm working radius and ±0.05 mm repeatability — a configuration that covers more than 90% of standard CNC machine tending, loading/unloading, and machining center automation workloads, and integrates natively with SZGH VMC650 and VMC850 vertical machining centers for single-supplier, fully synchronized production cells.

Full Technical Specifications

Key Advantages

The T-Series "Sweet Spot" — 10 kg + 1,000 mm Covers 90%+ of Machine Tending Workloads

Most machined workpieces in automotive, aerospace, and general engineering fall between 2 kg and 8 kg. The T1000-C-6's 10 kg payload gives headroom for a dual-gripper end-effector (load in one hand, unload with the other in a single door-open cycle) while the 1,000 mm reach clears the door frame of VMC-class machining centers with enough wrist clearance to work inside the cutting zone without repositioning the base.

Native Integration with SZGH VMC650 / VMC850 Machining Centers

When the robot controller and the machining center share the same SZGH CNC platform, door open/close, spindle stop, and pallet clamp signals are exchanged over a single EtherCAT network — no third-party PLC required. Cycle interlock logic that takes integrators weeks to program with mixed-brand equipment is pre-configured in SZGH's machine-tending template and takes hours to adapt to your specific part program.

±0.05 mm Repeatability Across the Full Payload Range

A robot under 10 kg load behaves differently than one running empty — servo stiffness, path deviation under gravity compensation, and wrist compliance all change. The T1000-C-6's ±0.05 mm figure is specified at rated payload, not at zero load. This matters for tight-tolerance chuck loading where part presentation angle directly affects first-cut dimensional accuracy.

Three Mounting Options — Including Inverted on Gantry Rail

Ground-mount for stand-alone cells, bracket-mount for machine-integrated fixed-pedestal configurations, and ceiling/inverted-mount for travel-on-rail configurations where a single robot services multiple machines in a line. The T1500-B-7 linear rail is sized to match the T1000-C-6's base flange pattern for direct bolt-on installation.

~130 kg Body Weight — Stable Without Floor Anchoring (in Most Layouts)

At 130 kg, the T1000-C-6 has enough mass to resist reaction torques during aggressive deceleration moves without requiring floor anchor bolts in most ground-mount configurations (verify with our load calculation sheet for your cycle program). For ceiling or inverted rail mounting, standard structural anchor kits are available.

Application Scenarios

T-Series Model Comparison

Need longer reach for a larger machining center? See the SZGH T1500-C-6.

Customer Story — Fannie Chen

"Six workers per shift became one — and the machines now run through lunch."

In early 2024 a workshop manager from an automotive components supplier near Pune, India called us with a familiar problem. He had three VMC machining centers running aluminum suspension brackets — cycle time was around 4.5 minutes per part — and he needed six workers per shift to keep all three machines loaded continuously. The math was straightforward: loading a VMC takes about 40 seconds, the operator then walked to the next machine, and by the time he got back the first machine had been idle for 60–90 seconds. With three machines and one operator, idle time compounded. With six operators, labor cost was eating the margin.

He had looked at robots before but was concerned about integration complexity — the machining centers were from two different OEMs and he did not have an in-house PLC programmer.

We recommended three T1000-C-6 units on a single T1500-B-7 linear rail, spanning all three machines. Because two of the three VMCs were SZGH units (VMC850), the robot-to-machine interlock used the native EtherCAT template — literally pulling a pre-configured I/O map and adjusting three parameters. For the third machine (a competitor brand), we used Modbus TCP with a simple handshake sequence that our applications engineer wrote and tested in a day.

The result: one T1000-C-6 on the rail now loads and unloads all three machines in a coordinated sequence. Machine idle time between part changes dropped from 60–90 seconds to under 12 seconds. The workshop went from six loading operators per shift to one supervisor who monitors the cell and handles raw material staging.

The customer calculated ROI based on saved labor and overtime reduction. They reached payback in 14 months. They have since ordered a second rail cell for a new line of steering knuckles.

What I remember most from that project is that the customer's initial hesitation was not about the robot — it was about integration complexity with mixed-brand machines. The T1000-C-6's multi-protocol communication capability and our pre-built machine-tending templates were what closed the deal, not the spec sheet.

— Fannie Chen, CEO, Shenzhen Guanhong Automation Co., Ltd.

Control System & Integration

The T1000-C-6 ships with the SZGH CNC-G9 controller as standard. For machine-tending applications, the G9 includes a dedicated Machine Tending Package — a pre-configured program template that handles the full load/unload cycle sequence including door interlock, part presence verification, and alarm passthrough.

Standard Integration Features:

• EtherCAT real-time fieldbus — native sync with SZGH VMC650/VMC850 machining centers

• Modbus TCP and Profinet for third-party CNC and PLC environments

• Dual-gripper support with independent vacuum/pneumatic channels on the wrist

• Part-present sensor input (inductive or capacitive) on wrist harness

• Teach pendant with 7-inch color touchscreen; SZGH Studio offline programming software

• Safety I/O: dual-channel E-stop, safety door interlocks, configurable speed zones

Optional Packages:

• T1500-B-7 linear rail for multi-machine tending (direct bolt-on base flange)

• Dual parallel gripper for same-cycle load/unload (reduces door-open time by ~35%)

• Deburring spindle package for die-cast applications

• Force-torque sensor wrist kit for press-fit and assembly applications

• High-temperature wrist cover for die-cast cell environments (up to 150°C ambient)

Certifications & Warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can the T1000-C-6 handle a dual-gripper and still stay within the 10 kg payload limit?

Yes, with proper gripper design. A well-designed dual parallel gripper for VMC work typically weighs 3–4 kg, leaving 6–7 kg for the machined part. For parts up to 6 kg, a dual-gripper setup is entirely viable. We offer a recommended gripper spec sheet for T1000-C-6 machine tending — ask for it when you request a quote.

2. Does the T1000-C-6 integrate directly with non-SZGH machining centers?

Yes. The controller supports Modbus TCP, Profinet, and EtherCAT, which covers virtually all modern CNC controls (FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Mazak). For EtherCAT-based CNCs we provide an integration guide; for Modbus/Profinet we provide I/O mapping templates. Most customers complete third-party CNC integration in 1–3 days.

3. What is the recommended floor space for a T1000-C-6 cell with a single VMC?

A standard single-robot / single-VMC cell with infeed conveyor and outfeed buffer occupies approximately 3.5 m × 4.0 m including safety fencing. We provide a CAD cell layout for standard configurations — usable directly in your facility drawing.

4. How does the T1000-C-6 perform on a linear rail tending multiple machines?

The T1500-B-7 linear rail allows the T1000-C-6 to travel up to 6 m to serve 2–3 machining centers. Travel speed on the rail is coordinated with the robot's own Axis 1–6 motion — the combined 7-axis path is programmed in SZGH Studio as a single coherent motion. Typical door-to-door transfer time between adjacent machines (1.5 m apart) is under 8 seconds.

5. What cycle time reduction can I expect compared to manual loading?

In CNC machine tending, the main gains come from eliminating operator walk time and idle wait time between cycles. Based on customer installations, typical machining center uptime improves from 65–72% (manual) to 88–93% (robot-tended) for 4–6 minute part cycle times. The robot does not get faster — but it is always ready the moment the machine signals done.

6. Is the T1000-C-6 suitable for 24/7 operation?

Yes. The T1000-C-6 is rated for continuous industrial operation. Recommended preventive maintenance is every 2,000 hours (grease joints, check cable carriers). With the standard 12-month warranty and SZGH's 24/5 WhatsApp support, unplanned downtime incidents are typically resolved within one business day remotely.

7. What is the difference between the T1000-C-6 and the T1500-C-6?

The T1500-C-6 offers 15 kg payload and 1,500 mm reach — suited for heavier parts or machining centers with deeper work envelopes (e.g., horizontal machining centers). The T1000-C-6 is the more common choice for vertical machining center tending where part weights are under 8 kg and reach needs are under 900 mm inside the machine.

8. What lead time should I expect for the T1000-C-6?

Standard orders ship within 15–20 business days from Shenzhen. For multi-unit orders or orders with linear rail packages, confirm with our sales team for current scheduling. Sea freight to India or Turkey typically takes 18–25 days; air freight option available for urgent requirements.

Request a Quote

Tell us your machine model, part weight, and target cycle time — we will prepare a layout drawing, axis cycle simulation, and budget quote within 24 hours on business days.

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