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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by ABB. ABB assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. Except as may be expressly stated anywhere in this manual, nothing herein shall be construed as any kind of guarantee or warranty by ABB for losses, damages to persons or property, fitness for a specific purpose or the like.
Prerequisites A maintenance/repair/installation craftsman working with an ABB Robot must: • be trained by ABB and have the required knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation/repair/maintenance work. Organization of chapters The manual is organized in the following chapters: Chapter...
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Reference Document Id Product specification - IRB 2600 3HAC035959- Circuit diagram - IRB 2600 3HAC029570- Product manual, spare parts - IRB 2600 3HAC049106- Operating manual - General safety information 3HAC031045- Product manual - IRC5 3HAC021313- IRC5 with main computer DSQC 639.
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Information in 2.3.4 Manually releasing the brakes has been updated and two figures are added. • Motors Type B (IRB 2600) and Type A (IRB 2600ID) added. • A new WARNING! is added in the section about motor replacement, informing not to mix different motor types.
This listing is based on the type of information in the documents, regardless of whether the products are standard or optional. All documents listed can be ordered from ABB on a DVD. The documents listed are valid for IRC5 robot systems.
Limitation of liability Any information given in this manual regarding safety must not be construed as a warranty by ABB that the industrial robot will not cause injury or damage even if all safety instructions are complied with. Related information...
ABB is not liable for damages caused by the use of non-original spare parts and special equipment. ABB is not liable for damages or injuries caused by unauthorized modifications to the robot system.
Unauthorized modifications of the originally delivered robot are prohibited. Without the consent of ABB it is forbidden to attach additional parts through welding, riveting, or drilling of new holes into the castings. The strength could be affected.
Safety on page 19 before performing any installation work. Note If the IRB 2600 is connected to power, always make sure that the robot is connected to protective earth before starting any installation work! For more information see: • Product manual - IRC5...
It also contains information useful during later re-installation of the robot. Checking the pre-requisites for installation Installation craftsmen working with an ABB robot must: • be trained by ABB and have the required knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation/maintenance/repair work • conform to all national and local codes.
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Maximum tilt 15° The limit for the maximum payload on the robot is reduced if the robot is tilted from 0°. Contact ABB for further information about accept- able loads. Minimum resonance 25 Hz frequency...
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IRB 2600ID-15/1.85 R1850 R542 IRB 2600ID-8/2.00 R2000 R539 Robot motion, IRB 2600-20/1.65, -12/1.65, -12/1.85, 2600ID -15/1.89, -8/2.0 The table specifies the types and ranges of motion in every axes. Location of motion Type of motion Range of movement Axis 1 Rotation motion ±180°...
This figure shows the robot in its shipping position, which also is a recommended transport position. The figure shows IRB 2600 but is also valid for IRB 2600ID. Best position of IRB 2600ID axis 4 is ±90°. he position where part of the lower arm (A) is beginning to show in the hole, is approximate.
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Use this procedure to lift the robot in a safe way. Action Note CAUTION The IRB 2600 robot weighs 280 kg. All lifting accessories used must be sized ac- cordingly! CAUTION Attempting to lift the robot in any other posi-...
Special tools on page 384. Contact ABB for more information. How to lift and turn the robot into position for wall or tilted position: Contact ABB for more information! Illustration xx1000000181...
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• Hole configuration, base on page 78 CAUTION The IRB 2600 robot weighs 280 kg. All lifting accessories used must be sized accordingly! CAUTION When the robot is put down after being lifted or transported, there is a risk of it tipping, if not properly secured.
Access to any of the following mounting holes may be obstructed by any additional cabling, equipment etc. fitted by the robot user. Make sure the required mounting holes are accessible when planning the robot cell. Note Never drill a hole in the robot without first consulting ABB! Robot dimensions Dimensions IRB 2600-20(12)/1.65 1019...
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The uppermost holes for fitting equipment on the lower arm are only applicable to variant IRB 2600 -12/1.85. Figure 2.1: Lower arm of IRB 2600 -12/1.85, IRB 2600ID -15/1.85 and -8/2.00 xx0900000491 Figure 2.2: Lower arm of IRB 2600 -20/1.65 and -12/1.65...
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Holes on top of upper arm, 2 pcs Holes on other side (symmetrical to A), 2 pcs Fitting equipment on wrist and mounting flange IRB 2600. The illustration shows the fitting holes available for fitting extra equipment on the wrist of the robot.
2.5.3 Installation of Foundry Plus Cable guard (option no. 908-1) Introduction Separate instructions for IRB 2600, 4600, 6620, 6640, 6650S, 6660 and 7600 are available in English, German, French, Spanish and Italian and can be found on the DVD delivered with the Cable guard, article number 3HAC035933-001.
UTOW71210SH06 and one UTOW71626SH06 connector on the front part of the upper arm. The customer connections are located on the robot as shown in the figure. The figure shows signal lamp fitted on IRB 2600 Standard. Customer connection upper arm. xx0800000289 Air M16x1.5 (24°...
Customer connections on upper arm The figure shows the customer connections on the upper arm, including the optional signal lamp that can be fitted to the armhouse. The figure shows the signal lamp fitted on IRB 2600 Standard. xx0800000290 Signal lamp R3.H1 +, R3.H2 -...
Safety on page 19 before performing any service work! Note If the IRB 2600 is connected to power, always make sure that the IRB 2600 is connected to protective earth before starting any maintenance work! For more information see: •...
3.2.1 Specification of maintenance intervals Introduction The intervals are specified in different ways depending on the type of maintenance activity to be carried out and the working conditions of the IRB 2600: • Calendar time: specified in months regardless of whether the system is running or not.
The following table specifies the required maintenance activities and intervals. Maintenance activity Equipment Interval Cleaning Robot Cleaning the IRB 2600 on page 185 Inspection Oil level in axis-1 gearbox Every 12 months. Inspection Oil level in axis-2 gearbox Every 12 months.
SIS (See the Operating manual - Service Infomation System) In applications such as Foundry or Washing the robot can be exposed to chemicals, high temperature or humidity which can have an effect on the lifetime of gearboxes. Contact the local ABB Robotics Service team for more information.
The axis 3 gearbox is located in the upper arm rotational center, underneath the motor attachment. The oil plug for inspection is shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard but the position of plugs are approximately the same on IRB 2600ID.
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WARNING - Safety risks during work with gearbox lub- ricants (oil or grease) on page IRB 2600: Move the robot to where the upper arm points either straight up or straight down. IRB 2600ID: Move the robot to where the upper arm points straight up.
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Measure the oil level at the oil plug hole. Required oil level: • below the oil plug flange. IRB 2600 Standard: 15 ±3 mm IRB 2600ID: 30 ±5 mm Add oil if required. How to fill oil is described in section: •...
Use this procedure to fill oil in the gearbox. Action Note IRB 2600 Standard: Move the robot to a pos- ition where the upper arm is close to horizont- al and axis 4 in the calibration position. IRB 2600ID: Move the robot to a position where axis 4 is placed in -25°.
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Location of gearbox, axes 5-6 on page 134 Required oil level: • IRB 2600 Standard: 3 ± 3 mm from the lower edge of the oil plug in the wrist house. Open the oil plug in the tilt- house to allow the oil level between axis 5 and 6 to level.
3.3.6 Inspecting the cable harness 3.3.6 Inspecting the cable harness Location of cable harness The figure shows the location of the cable harness. The figure shows IRB 2600 with standard upper arm. xx0900000384 Cable harness Bracket, lower arm Bracket, lower arm...
3.3.10 Inspecting dampers Location of dampers The figure shows the location of all dampers to be inspected. The figure shows IRB 2600 with Standard upper arm. xx0800000297 Dampers axis 2 (IRB 2600 Standard and ID) Dampers axis 3 (IRB 2600 Standard and ID)
3.3.12 Inspecting Signal lamp (option) 3.3.12 Inspecting Signal lamp (option) Location of signal lamp Signal lamp is an option. Located as shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard. xx0800000290 Signal lamp R3.H1 +, R3.H2 - R2.CP R2.CS...
In order to always get the latest information of updates about lubrication in gearboxes, always check on ABB Library for the latest revision of the manual. A new revision will be published on ABB Library immediatly after any updates.
Location of oil plugs The axis-4 gearbox is located in the front of the upper armhouse. The oil plug is shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard but the position of oil plug is the same on IRB2600ID. xx0900000311...
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Do not replace the battery contact! Equipment Note SMB battery pack Battery includes protection circuits. Replace it only with given spare part no. or an ABB approved equivalent. Spare part lists on page 387. Standard toolkit Content is defined in section Standard tools on page 383.
General To secure high uptime it is important that the IRB 2600 is cleaned regularly. The frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the manipulator works. Different cleaning methods are allowed depending on the type of protection of the IRB 2600.
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Never point the water jet at connectors, joints, sealings, or gaskets! • Never use compressed air to clean the robot! • Never use solvents that are not approved by ABB to clean the robot! • Never spray from a distance closer than 0.4 meters! •...
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3.5.1 Cleaning the IRB 2600 Continued Instructions for steam or high pressure water cleaning ABB robots with protection types Foundry Plus, Wash, or Foundry Prime can be cleaned using a steam cleaner or high pressure water cleaner.1 The following list defines the prerequisites: •...
Make sure to read through the chapter Safety on page 19 before commencing any service work. Note If the IRB 2600 is connected to power, always make sure that the IRB 2600 is connected to earth before starting any repair work. For more information see: •...
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If the flange surfaces are defective, the parts may not be used because leakage could occur. Clean the surfaces properly in accordance with the recommendations of ABB. Distribute the sealing compound evenly over the surface, preferably with a brush. Tighten the screws evenly when fastening the flange joint.
This procedure describes how to remove the cable harness on the different variants of IRB 2600: • IRB 2600 Standard: Axes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 • IRB 2600ID: Axes 1, 2, 3 and 4. How to remove the cable harness on axes 5...
This procedure describes how to refit the cable harness on the different variants of IRB 2600: • IRB 2600 Standard: Axes 1, 2, 3, 4, 4, 5 and 6 • IRB 2600ID: Axes 1, 2, 3 and 4. How to refit the cable harness on axes 5 and...
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4 Repair 4.3.2 Refitting the complete cable harness Continued The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard but is also valid for IRB 2600ID. xx0900000384 Cable harness Bracket, lower arm Bracket, lower arm Cable straps, one not visible here (steel) Bracket, frame...
• lower arm • frame. The location of the base and the complete arm system is shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard but is also valid for IRB 2600ID. xx0900000320 Base Frame Lower arm Armhouse (part of Upper arm complete)
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242. xx1100000582 A Roundsling 1.5 m B Roundsling 2 m C Roundsling 2 m CAUTION The IRB 2600 robot weighs 280 kg. All lifting accessories used must be sized accordingly! See the figure in: • Position of robot when replacing...
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Refit the cover plate at the bottom of the base with its attachment screws. CAUTION The IRB 2600 robot weighs 280 kg. All lifting accessories used must be sized accordingly! Lift the robot from the loading pallets, using caution and refit it to the foundation.
4.4.1 Replacing the complete upper arm Location of the complete upper arm The complete upper arm is located as shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard but is also valid for IRB 2600ID. xx1100000947 Upper arm Attachment screws M8x40, quality steel 12.9 gleitmo (12 pcs)
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Secure the The figures show IRB 4600 but the same attachment lifting point tightly against the arm holes are used also for IRB 2600. house, but at the same time mak- ing sure that the screw does not bottom.
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Use the shortest roundsling (1.5 Attaching the roundslings to the upper arm The figure shows IRB 4600 but the principle is the same for IRB 2600. Make sure the roundsling looped around the wrist unit is run on both sides of the screws.
4.4.3 Replacing wrist unit Introduction This section describes how to replace the wrist on IRB 2600 Standard. How to remove and refit the wrist unit on IRB 2600ID is described in section Replacing motor axis 6 and wrist unit - IRB 2600ID on page 325.
4 Repair 4.4.4 Measuring the play, axis 5 4.4.4 Measuring the play, axis 5 General This section is only valid for IRB 2600. For IRB 2600ID, see section Measuring the play, axis 5 (ID upper arm) on page 272. After reassembly due to repair work or any other reason, the play in axis 5 and 6 must be checked to ensure the repetition accuracy of the robot positioning.
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Remove the load and set the dial indicator to zero. Apply load F in the opposite direction, as shown in the figure to the right. xx0300000187 Values for IRB 2600 - 20/1.65, -12/1.65, -12/1.85: • A: Measuring tool, play •...
4 Repair 4.4.5 Measuring the play, axis 6 4.4.5 Measuring the play, axis 6 General This section is only valid for IRB 2600. For IRB 2600ID, see section Measuring the play, axis 6 (ID upper arm) on page 275. After reassembly due to repair work or any other reason, the play in axis 5 and 6 must be checked to ensure the repetition accuracy of the robot positioning.
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4 Repair 4.4.5 Measuring the play, axis 6 Continued Action Info Apply load F in one direction. xx0300000189 Values for robot versions IRB 2600 - 20/1.65, -12/1.65, -12/1.85: • A: Mearuring tool, play • B: 100 mm • C: 150 mm •...
4.4.6 Measuring the play, axis 5 (ID upper arm) 4.4.6 Measuring the play, axis 5 (ID upper arm) General This section is only valid for IRB 2600ID. For measuring the play of IRB 2600, see Measuring the play, axis 5 on page 268.
4.4.7 Measuring the play, axis 6 (ID upper arm) 4.4.7 Measuring the play, axis 6 (ID upper arm) General This section is only valid for IRB 2600ID. For measuring the play of IRB 2600, see Measuring the play, axis 6 on page 270.
4.5 Lower arm 4.5.1 Replacing the lower arm Location of lower arm The lower arm is located as shown in the figure. The figure shows IRB 4600, but the principle is the same for IRB 2600 Standard and ID. xx0800000360 Upper arm...
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• Changing the oil, axis-3 gearbox on page 168 IRB 2600 - axes 4, 5, 6: • Draining of gearbox is not needed if ro- bot is positioned as recommended. IRB 2600ID - axis 4: •...
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4, 5 and 6. The figure shows IRB 2600 Standard. Only applicable to motors axes 3, 4, 5 and 6 on IRB 2600 Standard and axes 3 and 4 on IRB 2600ID! Remove the bracket to reach the attachment screws of the motors.
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Refill oil in gearbox after refitting. in section: • Changing the oil, axis-3 gear- box on page 168 IRB 2600 Standard - axes 4, 5, 6: • Filling oil not needed, provided it has not been drained. IRB 2600ID - axes 4: •...
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Parts: • A: Wire exit hole, motor axis 3 IRB 2600, standard other type than Type B Applicable to motor axis 3! Make sure that the wire exit holes of motor axis 3 is in the correct position. See illustration!
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A: Power wire exits hole • B: Signal wire exit hole IRB 2600, standard other type than Type B. Applicable to motors axes 4, 5 and 6! Make sure that the orientation of the motor is in the correct position! See illustration!
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R4.FB5 IRB 2600, Type A: Connect connectors R4.MP5 and R4.FB5 to motor axis 5. R4.MP5 xx1400002576 IRB 2600, other type than Type A: Connect the connectors to motor axis 5. xx1000000998 Parts: A Bracket B Attachment screws (2 pcs) C Connectors to motor axis 5...
4.8.3 Replacing gearbox axis 3 4.8.3 Replacing gearbox axis 3 Location of gearbox axis 3 The gearbox is located as shown in the figure. The figure shows the standard version of IRB 2600. Assembly is the same for IRB 2600ID. xx0900000381 Upper arm...
The resolver values are changed If resolver values are changed, the robot must be recalibrated using the calibration methods supplied by ABB. Calibrate the robot carefully with standard calibration. The different methods are briefly described in the section Calibration methods on page 362 , and further detailed in separate calibration manuals.
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Calibration Pendulum - standard method Calibration Pendulum is the standard method for calibration of all ABB robots (except IRB 6400R, IRB 640, IRB 1400H, and IRB 4400S) and is also the most accurate method for the standard type of calibration. It is the recommended method in order to achieve proper performance.
5.3 Calibration scale and correct axis position Introduction This section specifies the calibration scale positions and/or correct axis positions. Calibration marks, IRB 2600 and 2600ID The figures show the calibration scales positions for all the robot variants. IRB 2600 - 20/1.65, -12/1.65, -12/1.85...
UNBRAKO screws UNBRAKO is a special type of screw recommended by ABB for certain screw joints. It features special surface treatment (Gleitmo as described below) and is extremely resistant to fatigue.
All components exceeding 22 kg (50 lbs) are highlighted in this way. To avoid injury, ABB recommends the use of a lifting accessory when handling components with a weight exceeding 22 kg. A wide range of lifting accessories and devices are available for each manipulator model.
The tools listed for measuring the play are used after service work on axes 5 and Description Robot variant Art. no. Measuring tool, play IRB 2600 - 20/1.65, -12/1.65, 12/1.85 3HAB6337-1 Measuring tool, play IRB 2600ID 3HAB9238-1 Turning disk adapter...
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