The Thor (RO3) robot has the following utilities requirements:
Utility
Requirement
Electrical
90 ~ 264VAC, 47-63Hz, 15 A maximum at 120VAC. *see note below for
pre-production units
Internet
Wi-Fi or RJ45 (Ethernet) wired connection for remote updates and
support.
Floor
Mount to a structurally sound concrete floor or engineered base per
local codes
**Pre-Production Unit Note: For full speed / payload, need a 220VAC
power source. We are shipping with 110V boxes now, which limits speeds.
Nominal power draw at full speed / payload is <4kW. Future control
boxes can be ypdated
3.2 Lifting the Thor
WARNING – Heavy Lift – Qualified Rigging
Only
The Thor arm weighs ~79kh (174lbs) and shall not be
lifted manually. Use a hoist, crane, or forklift and rigging rated for
the load.
Before lifting, power off the robot, remove the
end-effector and payload, and clear personnel from the lift path. Attach
lifting straps only at the approved lift point (upper arm /
shoulder-elbow); keep forces off the wrist, flange, covers, and
cables.
Lifting shall be performed by personnel trained in
industrial rigging. Improper lifting can cause crushing or
dropped-load injury.
3.3 Assembly Procedure
WARNING – Secure the Robot Before Applying
Power
Do not apply power until all mechanical fasteners
are installed and torqued and the pedestal is anchored. Anchoring
shall be performed and verified by a qualified
installer per local codes and the anchor manufacturers
specifications.
Powering an unsecured robot can cause tip-over or unexpected
motion.
The Thor pedestal is secured using four anchor
points, located at the four vertical corner
gussets of the pedestal base. These anchor locations correspond
to the circled areas shown in the pedestal mounting
image:
Two anchor points at the upper left and upper right
gussets
Two anchor points at the lower left and lower right
gussets
Each gusset includes a vertical slot, allowing minor
adjustment during leveling.
If you are not trained in anchoring/rigger work, stop and use a
qualified installer.
3.3.4Step 1: Position and
Mark Anchor Holes
Place the pedestal in its final intended location.
Orient the pedestal so the robot working envelope, cable exit, and
service access are correct.
Using the pedestal base slots, mark the four anchor hole
locations on the concrete.
Remove the pedestal and verify all marks are square and
aligned.
3.3.5Step 2: Drill and
Clean Anchor Holes
Drill four holes:
Diameter: 16 mm (5/8 in) Depth: ≥ 140 mm
(5.5 in) to ensure full embedment
Clean each hole thoroughly:
Vacuum dust Blow out debris Repeat until clean
Proper hole cleaning is required to achieve rated anchor
performance
3.3.6Step 3: Install
Anchors and Set Pedestal
Insert wedge anchors into each hole until seated.
Place the pedestal back over the anchors.
Install washers and nuts finger-tight only.
3.3.7Step 4: Level the
Pedestal
Check level in both X and Y directions.
Insert steel shims at anchor locations as required.
Adjust until pedestal is level within acceptable tolerance.
3.3.8Step 5: Torque
Anchors
Torque anchors in a cross pattern:
Upper left → lower right → upper right → lower left
Torque all fasteners per the provided installation drawing or
fastener kit specification
3.3.9Step 6: Prepare Cable
Routing
Before mounting the robot:
Verify the robot cable path is clear through or alongside the
pedestal.
Ensure cables will not be pinched between the robot base and
pedestal.
Confirm sufficient slack for full joint motion.
3.3.10Step 7: Mount Thor
Robot to Pedestal
Using lifting equipment:
Lift Thor using approved lifting method.
Lower the robot vertically onto the pedestal mounting surface.
Align bolt holes fully before installing hardware.
Thor-to-Pedestal Fasteners
Bolt size: M12 × 35mm
Quantity: 6 bolts
Washers: Hardened flat washers
Final Recommended torque:165 N·m (121.6
ft-lb)
Install all bolts finger-tight.
Torque in a cross/star pattern to final torque.
3.3.11Step 8 — Secure
Cables and Strain Relief
Connect robot power/data cable.
Install strain relief so connectors are not load-bearing.
Verify cables have adequate slack and clearance.
3.4 Final Mechanical Checklist
Before power-on, verify:
All fasteners torqued per provided
installation drawing or fastener kit spec
Pedestal level confirmed
Robot mounting bolts installed and torqued
per provided installation documentation
Cables routed and strain-relieved
No tools or debris remain on pedestal
3.5 Connecting Control Box
To connect and mount the control box on the base:
Set the control box on the pedestal mounting plate in the same
orientation as the screenshot.
Seat & secure the box to the plate with the pedestal mounting
bolts (use your site hardware). Tighten evenly.
Route the control-box output cables through the pedestal cable
route/gland toward the pedestal pillar; secure with ties so they are
strain-relieved.
Connect the arm power/data cable to the port labeled Arm Data +
Power
Connect Ethernet if required
Connect AC mains
Service / USB: plug the service USB-C and any maintenance leads into
the control box; secure and tuck the cables
Verify E-Stop is released; power on; Confirm the control box
indicates normal operation with no active faults
3.5.1 Quick checks
Earth/ground connected and visible at chassis ground.
Cables are strain-relieved and not pinched.
Verify the control box indicates normal operation before enabling
motion
3.5.2 Base Drawings:
3.6 Setting up Tablet
The included iPad is used to configure, control, and program the RO3.
Here’s how to get it set up:
Take the iPad out of the box and turn it on.
If prompted at any point, enter the default passcode of
“000000”.
For older versions of software the default passcode was “0000” if the
above does not work.
Open the “Settings” app on the iPad, then configure your network.
If you are using Wi-Fi, there is a “Wi-Fi” section. If you are using an
Ethernet adapter, an additional option to configure Ethernet should
appear in the right sidebar.
When connecting your robot to Wi-Fi, please make sure that it does
not require to go through a splash-page to access.
Navigate to the home screen (by pressing the bottom button, if
the iPad has one, or swiping up from the bottom, if it doesn’t). Open
the Standard Bots app.
Open the Standard Bots app.
App Logo
You will be brought to the home screen of the Standard Bots app.
Here you will see three blocks. The top right named Docs will bring you
to the Standard Bots manual. The bottom right block, named Support, will
bring you to a tab that shows how to reach Standard Bots support line.
It shows the support email, the support phone number, as well as the
address of Standard Bots office. The large block on the left is where
you will go to add your new robot.
App Home Screen
Tap “+Setup” on the home screen.
You will be brought to the Getting Started page. Here you can
also find guides for how to assemble the robot base as well as how to
establish connection between the robot arm and the control box. Once
ready, press the Continue button
Getting Started Page
The Pair with Bluetooth page will appear where the iPad will
search for the robot over Bluetooth. Make sure the Thor is turned on and
has the included antennae screwed on. Once the Thor shows up, choose it
from the list and proceed.
Bluetooth Pairing Page
The app will ask you to enter your network credentials again. You
can configure the robot to connect over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, regardless of
how your tablet is connected.
The app will also walk you through setting a PIN and choosing a
name for your Thor.
After setup is completed, you can connect to your bot.
Once connect you can reset the estop (if required), unbrake, and
begin jogging the robot. Refer to Section 5 for more details on
operating the robot and constructing routines.
3.7 Unmounting &
Transporting
WARNING– Unmounting and
Transportation
Do not move the arm while it is powered on. Do not
force the robot into a position while power is off. Lift only
with approved equipment at the approved lift point.
Failure to follow may cause injury or equipment
damage.
3.7.1 Before transportation:
Ensure the robot is in the desired position for
transportation.
If needed, the robot can be put into the position required for the
original box by:
Navigating to the Move Robot view
Go to the Robot menu in the upper right
Select “Settings”
Select “Box Robot”
Save and confirm the Payload
Click and hold down the “Move Live Arm To Visualizer Position”
button. The robot will move into the packing pose.
Click the hexagon button in the bottom right of the Move Robot
view
Select “Brake Robot”
Unplug the control box from the AC power source
Wait 30 seconds for stored power to dissipate
Unplug the connector between the arm and robot buy twisting the
locking mechanism and pulling down on each end
Disconnect any inputs and outputs from the control box
The Thor control box has an integrated handle for ease of
transportation. Ensure all cables are disconnected from the Thor control
box before moving or shipping the control box. Ensure Thor control box
is well packaged, preferable in the original packaging, before shipping
the Thor control box.
3.7.2 Unmounting the Arm From the
Pedestal — Thor
Thor is a permanently mounted industrial robot and is not
intended for routine removal by end users. Removal of the robot
from the pedestal or base requires appropriate lifting equipment,
trained personnel, and adherence to site-specific safety procedures.
For robot relocation, servicing, or shipment:
Power the system down and disconnect all electrical
connections.
Remove any attached tooling or payloads.
Secure the robot to prevent unintended motion.
Use only approved lifting methods and original packaging where
available. Please reference Section 3.2, “Lifting The Thor”.
For assistance with removal, crating, or transport, contact
Standard Bots Support before proceeding.
3.8 Connecting End Effectors
WARNING– End-Effector Hazards
Sharp, hot, or high-momentum end-effectors introduce hazards
(cutting, burns, impact) that are the integrator’s responsibility per
ISO 10218-2; they shall be assessed and safeguarded in
the risk assessment. The payload mass (including the end -effector)
shall be configured accurately.
Unassessed end-effector hazards can cause serious
injury
3.8.1 Mechanical Connection
The Thor robot uses a modified version of the standard ISO
9409-1-80-6-M8 80 mm ISO robot flange pattern. The flange connector
offers four locations for the locating pin, where the ISO 9409-1-80-6-M8
standard offers 1 pin location. Any tool that follows the standard 80mm
pattern will mount to the Thor robot flange. A diagram of the mounting
pattern is shown below.
Tool Flange
3.8.2 Fully Integrated Tools
Standard Bots supports full integration with the following tools.
These tools can be fully controlled using standard instructions in the
Standard Bots Routine Editor. Other tools can be controlled via digital
IO.
Onrobot 2FG7 Parallel Tool
Onrobot 2FG14 Parallel Tool
Onrobot 3FG15 3 Finger Centric Tool
Onrobot Dual Changer
Schunk EGU
Schunk EGK
Follow the instructions provided with the tooling to connect the
tooling to the robot flange, and connect the wire to the provided
connector at the end of the robot arm.
3.8.3 Connecting End Effectors
NOTICE– Tool Connector Align the key when connecting
the M8 tool connector; do not twist it – the pins are fragile and can
break.
Tool Connector
3.8.4 Other Supported Tools
In addition to the above tools, Standard Bots generally supports most
tools that mount to the 80mm flange and that support 24VDC discrete
control. Please contact Standard Bots support for assistance with
confirming tooling compatibility.
3.9 Control Box Inputs and
Outputs
WARNING– Standard I/O Is Not
Safety-Rated
The standard digital I/O described in section 3.9 is not
safety-rated and shall not be used for
safeguarding. Required safeguarding shall be wired to
the safety-rated inputs and configured per section 4.3.
Using non-safety I/O for a safety function can leave a
hazardous condition undetected and expose personnel to hazardous
motion.
3.9.1 Digital Inputs and
Outputs
The Thor control box supports 16 24VDC digital inputs and 16 24VDC
digital outputs. The signals are sourcing or PNP. The digital outputs
support up to 0.7 amps of output, for larger capacity use the digital
outputs from the robot to drive a relay coil to a separate power
source.
Example of wiring a proximity sensor into the RO1 control box:
Digital Input Wiring
Example of wiring a pneumatic valve into the RO1 control box:
Digital Output Wiring
3.9.2 Analog Inputs and
Outputs
The Thor control box has 4 analog outputs and 2 analog inputs
available on the control box. These are currently unsupported.
3.9.3 I/O Power Select Feature
The Thor control box enables users to manage input/output (I/O)
functions using its integrated 24V power supply. Alternatively, an
external 24V power supply can be used if preferred. The diagrams below
illustrate both wiring configurations.
3.9.3.1 Integrated 24V Power
Supply
The image below illustrates the wiring configuration for utilizing
the integrated 24V power supply for I/O
functionality.
Integrated 24V Power Supply
3.9.3.2 External 24V Power
Supply
The image below illustrates the wiring configuration for utilizing an
external 24V power supply for I/O functionality.
WARNING – Heavy Lift – Qualified Rigging
Only
