Industrial robotsCaracolCommercially available
Caracol Vipra AM
By Caracol
The Caracol Vipra AM is a robotic wire-arc additive (WAAM) system for large metal components.
According to Caracol, Vipra AM is a turnkey WAAM platform in which a robot arm deposits metal wire. There are two deposition heads: Extreme Quality with plasma arc deposition and Extreme Productivity with Cold Metal Transfer. The kinematics consist of an industrial robot arm with positioner (9 axes), optionally on a rail. The system has sensors (laser scanning, welding cameras, thermal cameras, pyrometers) and the Eidos software with Builder and Monitoring. Named materials are stainless steel and titanium alloys (Extreme Quality) and aluminium and nickel (Extreme Productivity) (manufacturer statement). Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- ProductionIndustrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- ModularRobot-arm metal printer (WAAM)
In the industrial robots category.
What is Caracol Vipra AM?
Caracol Vipra AM is an industrial robot from Caracol from Italy, listed for parts for aerospace and energy, parts for automotive, marine and architecture and heavy machinery and transportation. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Application
What was Vipra AM developed for?
Parts for aerospace and energy
Parts for automotive, marine and architecture
Heavy machinery and transportation
Business fit
When might Vipra AM be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Vipra AM, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2021
According to ISO 8373:2021, an industrial robot is an automatically controlled manipulator that is reprogrammable, has multiple purposes and can be programmed in three or more axes.
Source: IFR, Industrial robots (ISO 8373) - 1961
In 1961 the Unimate was installed on a General Motors assembly line in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Guinness World Records lists it as the first industrial production robot.
Source: Guinness World Records, First industrial production robot - 2025
A safety standard for industrial robots, ISO 10218-1, appeared in February 2025 as its third edition.
Source: ISO 10218-1:2025 - 2023
Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (the Machinery Regulation) replaces Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and applies from 20 January 2027.
Source: EU-OSHA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Market and supply
Is Vipra AM available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 8 November 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionItalyconfirmed
Where the model is supplied, according to the profile.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
2 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
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Caracol
Caracol is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 2 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Vipra AM
According to Caracol, Vipra AM is a turnkey WAAM platform in which a robot arm deposits metal wire. There are two deposition heads: Extreme Quality with plasma arc deposition and Extreme Productivity with Cold Metal Transfer. The kinematics consist of an industrial robot arm with positioner (9 axes), optionally on a rail. The system has sensors (laser scanning, welding cameras, thermal cameras, pyrometers) and the Eidos software with Builder and Monitoring. Named materials are stainless steel and titanium alloys (Extreme Quality) and aluminium and nickel (Extreme Productivity) (manufacturer statement). Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare Vipra AM with alternatives
| Feature | Vipra AMCaracol · this robot | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa | Motoman PL320Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Parts for aerospace and energy, Parts for automotive, marine and architecture | Assembly, Handling | Palletising | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Italy | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different application: assembly | Different application: palletising | Different application: palletising |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Vipra AM
What is the Caracol Vipra AM?
Caracol Vipra AM is an industrial robot from Caracol from Italy, listed for parts for aerospace and energy, parts for automotive, marine and architecture and heavy machinery and transportation. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Which supplier is listed for the Caracol Vipra AM?
Caracol Vipra AM is listed under Caracol, based in Italy. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Caracol Vipra AM available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Commercially available. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Caracol Vipra AM cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Caracol Vipra AM used for?
The applications listed for the Caracol Vipra AM include parts for aerospace and energy, parts for automotive, marine and architecture and heavy machinery and transportation.
What are alternatives to the Caracol Vipra AM?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman MOTOMINI, Yaskawa Motoman PL190 and Yaskawa Motoman PL320. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could Vipra AM fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer caracol-am.com
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