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PreciseFlex PF400
The PreciseFlex PF400 is a collaborative SCARA robot for sample handling in laboratories.
According to the manufacturer the PF400 is the first collaborative SCARA robot and was developed for benchtop set-ups in laboratories. It is a four-axis robot with a horizontal reach of 433 mm (standard) or 588 mm (extended) and a vertical stroke of 400, 750 or 1,160 mm. The axis forces are limited, so the robot can work without a safety fence; the controller, cables and power supplies are built into the structure. A benchtop set-up needs only a mains cable and an ethernet cable. The robot is widely used in life science OEM systems and can handle SBS plates, tubes and vials.
- Collaborative robot armBuilt to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- Collaborative SCARA for laboratoriesIn the cobots category.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.Designed for
- Laboratory automation
- Sample handling
- OEM integration
- Type
- Cobots
- Origin
- United States
- Deployment
- Not confirmed
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Applications
- 3 applications
What is PreciseFlex PF400?
PreciseFlex PF400 is a collaborative robot arm from PreciseFlex (Brooks) from United States, listed for laboratory automation, sample handling and oem integration. Key figures: reach 433 mm (standaard) or 588 mm (verlengd), degrees of freedom 4. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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.
Technical overview
PF400 in figures
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
- 433 mm (standaard) or 588 mm (verlengd)
- Reach
- 4
- Degrees of freedom
Put into perspective
- 0.59 mAbout 0.9 times an adult's arm length (about 65 cm).
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about PF400, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The first commercially sold cobot was a UR5 from Universal Robots, in December 2008.
Source: Universal Robots, company historyA cobot's payload includes the gripper. A 1 kg gripper on a 5 kg cobot leaves 4 kg for the product.
The safety rules for cobots are set out in ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066. The latter gives limit values for contact force per body part.
Source: ISO/TS 15066
Our perspective on PF400
According to the manufacturer the PF400 is the first collaborative SCARA robot and was developed for benchtop set-ups in laboratories. It is a four-axis robot with a horizontal reach of 433 mm (standard) or 588 mm (extended) and a vertical stroke of 400, 750 or 1,160 mm. The axis forces are limited, so the robot can work without a safety fence; the controller, cables and power supplies are built into the structure. A benchtop set-up needs only a mains cable and an ethernet cable. The robot is widely used in life science OEM systems and can handle SBS plates, tubes and vials.
Business fit
When might PF400 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.
Market and supply
Availability
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
- Market status
- Commercially available
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Lease / RaaS
- Not confirmed
- Rental
- Not confirmed
Manufacturer and supplier
About PreciseFlex (Brooks)
PreciseFlex (Brooks) is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.
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Compare PF400
| Feature | PF400PreciseFlex | UR10eUniversal Robots | Panda (FER)Franka Emika |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Discontinued |
| Application | Laboratory automation, Sample handling | Machine tending, Packaging | Robotics research, Robot control research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Check with supplier | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed |
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about PF400
What is the PreciseFlex PF400?
PreciseFlex PF400 is a collaborative robot arm from PreciseFlex (Brooks) from United States, listed for laboratory automation, sample handling and oem integration. Key figures: reach 433 mm (standaard) or 588 mm (verlengd), degrees of freedom 4. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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.
What are the specifications of the PreciseFlex PF400?
Key figures: reach 433 mm (standaard) or 588 mm (verlengd), degrees of freedom 4. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the PreciseFlex PF400?
PreciseFlex PF400 is listed under PreciseFlex (Brooks), based in United States. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the PreciseFlex PF400 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 PreciseFlex PF400 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the PreciseFlex PF400 used for?
The applications listed for the PreciseFlex PF400 include laboratory automation, sample handling and oem integration.
What are alternatives to the PreciseFlex PF400?
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News and insights
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Sources and checks
Checked against the supplier · last checked
- Supplier brooks.com
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