Kawada Robotics does not publish a list price; the cost is determined through direct quotation. Based on its predecessor and similar dual‑arm cobots, the expected price range is $80,000–$120,000 for a standard configuration with vision and controller.
It can perform dual‑arm pick‑and‑place, machine tending, electronic assembly, inspection, and light material handling. Each arm lifts 1.5 kg with 0.02 mm repeatability, and built‑in stereo vision and force sensors enable precise, adaptive operations.
Yes, it has been commercially available since March 2022. Orders are placed through Kawada Robotics and certified distributors; lead times vary by region and customisation requirements.
Fillie offers more payload (1.5 kg vs 0.5 kg per arm), higher TCP speed (4 m/s vs YuMi’s slower motion), and greater repeatability at 0.02 mm. YuMi is physically smaller and often priced $50,000–$80,000, making it attractive for ultralight tasks. Fillie suits applications needing stronger, faster dual‑arm coordination.
Height: 898 mm, weight: 72 kg, 15 degrees of freedom, 1.5 kg payload per arm, 430 mm reach, 4 m/s max TCP speed, 0.02 mm repeatability. It runs on AC mains, has a stereo vision head, and includes 6‑axis force/torque sensors on each wrist.
It is produced by Kawada Robotics, a division of Kawada Industries, founded in 1920 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company has been developing dual‑arm cobots since 2009 with the original NEXTAGE.
The Fillie has no onboard battery — it is a stationary robot powered by 100‑240 VAC mains electricity. Therefore, battery life is not applicable.
It is deployed in electronics manufacturing (PCB assembly, connector insertion), general assembly, logistics, and automotive tier‑1 and tier‑2 operations. It also appears in university research labs for HRI and collaborative automation studies.
No, Fillie is a fixed‑pedestal robot without legs or a mobile base. It is designed for stationary dual‑arm manipulation tasks. Adding a mobile platform would require custom integration.
Used units are rare due to the robot’s recent launch in 2022. When available, they typically trade for 20–30% below the original quotation, roughly $60,000–$80,000, depending on condition and included tooling.
