The Linker Hand O6 is an entry-level dexterous robotic hand from LINKERBOT with 6 degrees of freedom and 11 joints (6 active, 5 passive), weighing 370 g. It uses worm gear transmission, delivers up to 130 N five-finger grip force, and communicates via CAN or RS-485.
Primary use case: Industrial grasping, logistics handling, assembly automation
Weight
0.36 kg
DOF
11
Payload
50 kg
Weight
0.36 kg
Degrees of Freedom
11
Locomotion
fixed
Hand Type
Dexterous Hand
Payload
50 kg
Max Lift/Arm
50 kg
Availability
available
Primary Use Case
Industrial grasping, logistics handling, assembly automation
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