# FANUC M-1iA/0.5SL

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The M-1iA/0.5SL is a compact 4-axis delta (parallel-link) robot from FANUC's M-1 series, listed as the 4-axis long-arm version. It carries a maximum wrist load of 0.5 kg over a 420 mm reach with a repeatability of ±0.03 mm, and weighs 23 kg. It is intended for fast, small-part handling such as picking, assembly and dispensing in space-constrained cells, and can be mounted on a reversible optional stand or on the ceiling.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | delta robot |
| Payload | 0.5 kg |
| Reach | 420 mm |
| Repeatability | 0.03 mm |
| Power consumption | 0.2 kW |
| IP rating | IP20 |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [FANUC](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/fanuc.md)
- Controllers: [FANUC R-30iB Plus Mate Cabinet](https://machineschema.com/controller/fanuc-r-30ib-plus-mate-cabinet.md), [FANUC R-30iB Plus Mate Open-Air Cabinet](https://machineschema.com/controller/fanuc-r-30ib-plus-mate-open-air-cabinet.md)

## Study notes

- Datasheet describes the model as "4-axis, long arm" and the product page describes the M-1iA series as delta robots using a parallel-link mechanism.
- The product page states payload can be raised to 1,000 g by adding another 500 g of payload; the datasheet figure is 0.5 kg.
- Mounting options stated: reversible optional stand, ceiling mounting.
- The datasheet operating space is given as ø420 mm x 150 mm (with stand).
- Mechanical weight is listed as 23 kg in the datasheet specification table, while the product page marketing text states 17 kg; the two figures do not agree.
- The datasheet table has motion range and maximum speed columns for J1 to J6, but the extracted values cannot be mapped to individual axes; only a 720 motion range entry and a 3000 deg/s speed entry are legible.
- Controller series is R-30iB Plus; compatible controllers are the R-30iB Plus Mate Cabinet and R-30iB Plus Mate Open-Air Cabinet.
- Body protection is IP20 standard; wrist and J3 arm protection is IP20 standard.
- FANUC's product page and datasheet give different values for weight. Check with FANUC before relying on it.
- FANUC's datasheet lists 4 controlled axes while the product page describes a 6-axis parallel-link configuration for the series.

## Sources

1. [M-1iA/0.5SL Delta Robot](https://www.fanucamerica.com/products/robot/m-1ia-0-5sl) (accessed 2026-10-25)
2. [m 1ia 05sl datasheet](https://www.fanucamerica.com/uploads/files/data-sheets/m-1ia-05sl-datasheet.pdf) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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