Epson's first collaborative robot arrives in Japan with Python support and a 900 mm reach

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Epson's first collaborative robot has arrived on the Japanese market, bringing a 900 mm reach, 6 kg payload and Python programming to the factory floor. Epson's first collaborative robot arrives in Japan with Python support and a 900 mm reach ⓘ Seiko Epson Corporation Epson's first collaborative robot has arrived on the Japanese market, bringing a 900 mm reach, 6 kg payload and Python programming to the factory floor.

Its first collaborative robot, the AX6-A901S, is now available to order in Japan, complete with a carbon-fibre arm, Python programming and a compact controller that can be mounted on mobile robotic platforms. According to Epson's Japanese announcement , orders opened on 29 October 2026.

The AX6-A901S also features a lightweight carbon-fibre arm and a compact controller designed for integration with mobile robotic systems. Louise Burke , Published 11/02/2026 Robot / Robotics Business Launch Epson might be best known for the printer sitting in the corner of the office, but the Japanese manufacturer has considerably bigger ambitions for moving things around.

The robot originally made its debut in June 2025, so this is a commercial rollout rather than a brand-new unveiling. The six-axis AX6-A901S offers a 900 mm reach and a maximum payload of 6 kg, with a repeatability rating of ±0.03 mm.

Its carbon-fibre construction helps keep the robot's weight to approximately 18 kg. That is quite a lot of precision for a machine that weighs less than some suitcases.

ⓘ Seiko Epson Corporation As a collaborative robot, or cobot (a robot designed to work alongside people) , the AX6-A901S is designed for applications where people and machines can work in closer proximity than in many traditional industrial installations. Appropriate risk assessments and safety measures remain essential.