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From: craig@shuksan (Craig Battles)
Subject: Re: USED PUMA?
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Clint.Laskowski (Clint.Laskowski@mixcom.mixcom.com) wrote:
: Hello comp.robotics readers:
: 
: Has anyone out there had experience buying a used PUMA robot?
: Would you mind sharing your experiences? Where can I find a
: used arm and controller? What should I expect to pay? What
: grippers are (were) available, and which is best for simple
: pick and place experiments?

Several used robot sources include Antennen Research (800)323-9555,
The Robot Company (800) 487-5487, Industrial Robotics (800) 922-1103.

I have experiences with AR and TRC, both were quite responsive.

Puma 500 series robots are typically less than $20K, but your 
mileage may vary.

If you have a high pressure (~100 PSI) source, you can use pneumatics,
a number are available in the less than $350 range.  Electrical
grippers are *much* more expensive. 

: 
: Is it possible to find an old arm and rebuild it with
: off-the-shelf parts?
: 

Mebs!!! This is kind of like building a car out of the parts 
department.  Bring money, *lots* of money.  Typically the 
used robot sellers have relatively low miles or refurbished units.

: Clint

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Hope this helps,

Craig Battles                             Voice: (206) 351-3945
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