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[Dr. Spock]

I have used Mitsubishi robots since 1983 starting with the RM-101 and progressing to today's models. I've also just returned from a trip to Mitsubishi's factory in Nagoya to see their nex gen products. Here are a couple of helpful tips for the readers of this forum -
1. The best programming method is to use the Mitsubishi WINE software. It has just been improved (again) Product number is RT-TOOLBOX2-C1 with a non-simulator (lower cost) version also available RT-TOOLBOX2-LT-C1.
2. Best resouce for Mitsubishi robots and application knowledge is Rixan Associates, Dayton Ohio. Ask for Ed or Phil or Steve - all have been there many years.
3. Best battery replacement is Rixan's RIXBAT - it is half the cost of the A6BAT from Mitsubishi and has a slightly better life; form fit and function identical.
4. Mitsu robots only require new batteries once per year and the use of HD Grease at least once per year per joint. I have had robots running continuously except for maintenance downtime since 1990.
5. Like any robot, avoid crashing them. Once you screw up a harmonic drive, the robot will never run the same until the drive is replaced.
Hope this helps.