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Quanser QArm
By Quanser
QArm is a physical robotic arm for engineering education and academic research into manipulation and control.
QArm is a physical robotic arm for engineering education and academic research into manipulation and control. Selecting a teaching setup requires a coherent plan for the arm, interface and programming environment. A teacher can decide which concepts students will investigate on hardware and which objects they will use. Published repeatability is a manufacturer value, not an independent assessment of a complete teaching workstation. Quanser lists additional separately supplied software for the USB configuration, so include that dependency in the project brief. The virtual QLabs environment is another way to practise. Define how groups share the arm and restore its baseline settings after their assignments.
- Manipulation teaching
- Robot control research
- Kinematics experiments
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.Designed for
- Manipulation teaching
- Robot control research
- Kinematics experiments
- Type
- Educational robots
- Origin
- Canada
- Deployment
- Not confirmed
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Applications
- 3 applications
What is Quanser QArm?
Quanser QArm is an educational robot from Quanser from Canada, listed for manipulation teaching, robot control research and kinematics experiments. Key figures: mass (manipulator only) 8.25 kg, reach (QArm) 750 mm, repeatability (manufacturer specification) ±0.05 mm. Market status: showcase. 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
QArm in figures
Weight is manipulator only; repeatability is manufacturer specification. USB QFLEX workstation requires separately sold QUARC add-on for MATLAB/Simulink. Loading range 350–750 g is not used as a uniform maximum.
- 8.25 kg
- Mass (manipulator only)
- 750 mm
- Reach (QArm)
- ±0.05 mm
- Repeatability (manufacturer specification)
Put into perspective
- ± 0.05 mmThinner than a sheet of printer paper (about 0.1 mm).
- 0.75 mAbout 1.2 times an adult's arm length (about 65 cm).
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about QArm, its manufacturer and this type of robot
Many education and research robots work with ROS (Robot Operating System), open-source robotics software that has been developed since 2007.
Source: Wikipedia, ROS
Documented product information
- QArm is a physical robotic arm for engineering education and academic research into manipulation and control.
Our perspective on QArm
QArm is a physical robotic arm for engineering education and academic research into manipulation and control. Selecting a teaching setup requires a coherent plan for the arm, interface and programming environment. A teacher can decide which concepts students will investigate on hardware and which objects they will use. Published repeatability is a manufacturer value, not an independent assessment of a complete teaching workstation. Quanser lists additional separately supplied software for the USB configuration, so include that dependency in the project brief. The virtual QLabs environment is another way to practise. Define how groups share the arm and restore its baseline settings after their assignments.
Business fit
When might QArm 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
- Showcase
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Lease / RaaS
- Not confirmed
- Rental
- Not confirmed
Manufacturer and supplier
About Quanser
Organisation named in the documentation for QBot Platform, QArm. This profile links to product or developer information; current support and supply are unconfirmed.
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Compare QArm
| Feature | QArmQuanser | Codey RockyMakeblock | mTinyMakeblock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Showcase | Showcase |
| Application | Manipulation teaching, Robot control research | Programming lessons, Sensor assignments | Early programming activities, Map and route assignments |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about QArm
What is the Quanser QArm?
Quanser QArm is an educational robot from Quanser from Canada, listed for manipulation teaching, robot control research and kinematics experiments. Key figures: mass (manipulator only) 8.25 kg, reach (QArm) 750 mm, repeatability (manufacturer specification) ±0.05 mm. Market status: showcase. 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 Quanser QArm?
Key figures: mass (manipulator only) 8.25 kg, reach (QArm) 750 mm, repeatability (manufacturer specification) ±0.05 mm. Weight is manipulator only; repeatability is manufacturer specification. USB QFLEX workstation requires separately sold QUARC add-on for MATLAB/Simulink. Loading range 350–750 g is not used as a uniform maximum.
Which supplier is listed for the Quanser QArm?
Quanser QArm is listed under Quanser, based in Canada. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Quanser QArm available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. 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 Quanser QArm cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Quanser QArm used for?
The applications listed for the Quanser QArm include manipulation teaching, robot control research and kinematics experiments.
What are alternatives to the Quanser QArm?
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Profile last checked on 2 October 2026