{"product_id":"wlkata-haro380-advanced-kit-6-axis-industrial-grade-plc-ros2-matlab-voice-control","title":"WLKATA Haro380 Advanced Kit | 6-Axis Industrial Grade, PLC ROS2 MATLAB Voice Control","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWLKATA Haro380 Advanced Kit | 6-Axis Industrial Grade, PLC ROS2 MATLAB Voice Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; order: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WLKATA Haro380 Advanced Kit is a desktop 6-axis industrial-grade robotic arm with 0.05 mm repeatability, 500 g rated payload (1,000 g maximum under specific conditions), and 434 mm reach. The Advanced Kit configuration extends the base Haro380 platform with an expanded end-effector set, educational accessories, and a complete software bundle covering WLKATA Lab graphic programming, Python, C, and C++ APIs. It targets the gap between toy-grade educational arms (e.g., 0.2 mm Mirobot class) and full industrial collaborative robots costing 5-10 times more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haro380 uses harmonic drives at each joint to deliver industrial-grade precision in a compact form factor. The 6-axis kinematic structure plus an additional degree of freedom for end-effector control (6+1 DoF) mirrors industrial robot architectures, making it suitable for teaching real automation concepts rather than scaled-down approximations. The arm supports vertical, ceiling, and side mounting; magnetic docking enables quick tool changes between grippers, vacuum, and dispensing end effectors. Connectivity spans USB, RS485, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UART, plus PLC, EtherCAT, TCP Socket, and ROS2 integration paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Advanced Kit is positioned for university research labs, vocational training programs, advanced K-12 robotics courses (typically grade 9-12), AI startup prototyping, and micro-manufacturing R\u0026amp;D where industrial precision is needed but full industrial floor space and budget are not. Compared to the Mirobot (0.2 mm repeatability, $1,850 price tier), the Haro380 delivers an order-of-magnitude precision improvement. Compared to industrial cobots (Universal Robots, Franka, etc.), the Haro380 sacrifices payload and reach for desktop deployment and a fraction of the cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 500px; max-width: 100%; order: 2;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"WLKATA Haro380 6-axis industrial robotic arm on desktop with end effectors\" src=\"https:\/\/www.image2url.com\/r2\/default\/images\/1779631961601-3353f1d1-ea77-4cca-b78d-fe1efa7de3aa.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 500px; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"WLKATA Haro380 joint detail and workspace envelope\" src=\"https:\/\/www.image2url.com\/r2\/default\/images\/1779631991429-99976c1a-b577-4fcf-a8d8-d0eefb6fbe47.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDegrees of Freedom:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-Axis + 1 DoF (end-effector control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeatability:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.05 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Payload:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Payload:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 g (under specific conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReach:\u003c\/strong\u003e 434 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint Drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harmonic drives at each axis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertical, ceiling, side installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC metal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd-Effector Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnetic docking system for quick tool changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Protocols:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB, RS485, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UART\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLC automation, EtherCAT, TCP Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eROS Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ROS2 (with GitHub-hosted packages)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgramming Languages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Python, C, C++, Blockly (graphical)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Suite:\u003c\/strong\u003e WLKATA Lab (alpha) for graphical programming and motion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThird-Party Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e MATLAB, RoboDK, CoppeliaSim (V-REP), Omniverse, Arduino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overload protection, overheat protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard universal AC adapter (regional plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor desktop, laboratory, classroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Effectors Supported:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-finger gripper, three-finger soft gripper, vacuum suction, dispensing tools, laser engraver (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; order: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e±0.05 mm Repeatability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industrial-grade precision suitable for manipulation experiments, assembly demos, and laboratory testing where a 0.2 mm Mirobot-class arm would be inadequate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6+1 DoF Industrial Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six full axes plus end-effector control mirror real industrial robot kinematics; supports teaching forward kinematics, inverse kinematics, and trajectory planning at engineering rigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarmonic Drive Joints:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each axis uses harmonic drives for backlash-free motion; key to maintaining 0.05 mm repeatability under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e434 mm Reach with 500 g Rated Payload:\u003c\/strong\u003e Workspace envelope suitable for benchtop manipulation of electronic components, lab samples, and small mechanical assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Quick-Change Tool Docking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swap end effectors without screws or tools; supports automatic tool changes via programmed routines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Mount Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount on a horizontal surface, ceiling, or side wall to suit lab bench or production cell geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWLKATA Lab Graphic Programming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Block-based programming for fast prototyping; suitable for students transitioning from Scratch or Blockly to text-based code.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Python, C, and C++ APIs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open API for advanced control, prototyping, and integration with AI vision and ML pipelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eROS2 Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full ROS2 support via WLKATA's GitHub-hosted packages; suited to university ROS courses and digital twin development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLC and EtherCAT Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industrial automation integration for teaching real factory floor protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMATLAB and Omniverse Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct integration with MATLAB Robotics Toolbox and NVIDIA Omniverse for simulation, digital twin, and ML training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoboDK Simulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-configured RoboDK profile for offline path planning, cycle time analysis, and virtual commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice Control Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e AI voice control integration (Advanced Kit exclusive) for hands-free demonstration and accessibility applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Safety Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overload and overheat protection circuits prevent damage during stalled or excessive-load conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Source Ecosystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Public GitHub repository with code, APIs, examples, STL models for hardware customization, and community contributions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 500px; max-width: 100%; order: 2;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"WLKATA Haro380 magnetic tool change system in operation\" src=\"https:\/\/www.image2url.com\/r2\/default\/images\/1779632018457-74c650a2-7f38-4dc1-8243-92f03d045f54.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 500px; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"WLKATA Haro380 deployed in a university robotics research laboratory\" src=\"https:\/\/www.image2url.com\/r2\/default\/images\/1779632056264-3556ad29-0c95-4845-9ca3-891c44353cb7.png\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haro380 Advanced Kit targets university and graduate-level robotics laboratories where research groups need a precision-rated arm for manipulation experiments, AI integration projects, and cross-modal research without procuring full industrial-scale equipment. Mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and biomedical research labs all use it for problems like grasp planning, visual servoing, force-aware manipulation, and human-robot interaction. The ROS2 ecosystem integration makes it a drop-in fit for SLAM, motion planning, and reinforcement learning courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor high school CTE programs and vocational training (grades 9-12 and adult vocational), the Haro380 supports curriculum on industrial robot programming, kinematic analysis, end-effector design, and PLC integration. Students progress from Blockly to Python to C++ on the same hardware. Career and technical education programs preparing students for automation engineering, mechatronics, or manufacturing technician roles get industry-relevant equipment without industrial budget commitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn micro-manufacturing and prototyping environments, the Haro380 handles small-batch assembly, dispensing, laser engraving, and pick-and-place for products like PCB assembly, jewelry, custom electronics, and laboratory automation. AI startups use it as a research platform for embodied AI experiments, training manipulation policies on real hardware before scaling to industrial cobots. The arm is not suited for production tasks requiring \u0026gt;1 kg payload, reach beyond 434 mm, or safety-rated collaborative operation around humans (it is desktop equipment, not a certified cobot).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup and Getting Started\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; order: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Setup Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 to 60 minutes for unboxing, mounting, software installation, and first program execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 - Unbox and Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the Haro380 from packaging. Mount on a stable horizontal surface using the included base plate, or configure for ceiling\/side mount per the user manual. Confirm 434 mm clearance in all working directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 - Power and Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect the AC adapter and choose a communication interface (USB for desktop, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for wireless control, RS485 for industrial integration). Power on; status LED confirms boot completion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 - Install WLKATA Lab Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download WLKATA Lab from the official download center for Windows. Install per the user manual. WLKATA Lab is currently in alpha; submit feedback via the WLKATA Discord community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4 - Calibrate Home Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run the homing routine through WLKATA Lab or the API. Each joint moves to its home position; calibration takes approximately 30 seconds. Required before each session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5 - Install an End Effector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select the desired tool (two-finger gripper, soft gripper, vacuum, etc.). Snap it onto the magnetic docking interface at the wrist. The system auto-detects the tool type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 6 - Run a Test Program:\u003c\/strong\u003e Load the included sample Blockly program in WLKATA Lab and execute. Verify joint motion is smooth, precision is consistent, and the end effector activates correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 7 - Integrate with Development Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e For advanced users, install the WLKATA Python SDK from GitHub or set up ROS2 packages for full system integration. MATLAB users install the WLKATA MATLAB toolbox from the WLKATA documentation site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 500px; max-width: 100%; order: 2;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"WLKATA Haro380 Advanced Kit | 6-Axis Industrial Grade, PLC ROS2 MATLAB Voice Control setup and getting started guide\" src=\"https:\/\/www.image2url.com\/r2\/default\/images\/1779632094027-8f9d4312-39a9-47f9-913b-5e293649a2c9.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobot:\u003c\/strong\u003e WLKATA Haro380 6-axis robotic arm main unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd-Effector Set (Advanced Kit Exclusive):\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended end-effector collection (grippers, vacuum, dispensing tools)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sample workpieces, calibration jigs, and project materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice Control Module:\u003c\/strong\u003e AI voice control box for hands-free operation (Advanced Kit exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase Plate and Mounting Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hex tools and screws for desktop, ceiling, or side mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal AC adapter with regional plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick start guide and printed user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e WLKATA Lab download key and online ecosystem access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation and Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/document.wlkata.com\/?doc=\/wlkata-haro380-user-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHaro380 User Manual (Online)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/document.wlkata.com\/?doc=\/wlkata-haro380-user-manual\/wlkata-lab-host-software\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWLKATA Lab Host Software Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wlkata.com\/pages\/download-center\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWLKATA Software Download Center\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/wlkata\/Haro380-STL\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHaro380 STL 3D Models (GitHub)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/wlkata\/ROS2_WLKATA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eROS2 Packages for WLKATA Robots (GitHub)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/wlkata\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWLKATA Python SDK (GitHub)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/document.wlkata.com\/?doc=\/arduino-mirobot-library-user-manual-mirobot\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArduino Library for WLKATA Robotic Arms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/document.wlkata.com\/?doc=\/wlkata-mirobot-resources-for-education\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEducational Resources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/robot\/Wlkata\/Haro380\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoboDK Haro380 Profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@wlkatarobotics\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWLKATA YouTube Tutorials\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WLKATA Haro380 Advanced Kit is covered by WLKATA's 1-year (12-month) standard warranty against manufacturing defects and component failures under normal use. Spare parts carry separate 3-month, 6-month, or 1-year coverage depending on the component. Paid warranty extension is available through WLKATA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCovered:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical Structure (Arm Body and Joints): 12 Months Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServo Motors and Harmonic Drives: 12 Months Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eController Board and Electronics: 12 Months Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Supply Adapter: 12 Months Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNot Covered:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from operation outside specified environmental conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysical damage from drops, impacts, or collisions with external objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnauthorized disassembly, repair, or modification of the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear on consumable parts including grippers, brushes, and end-effector tooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage caused by lack of proper use or maintenance per the user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from third-party software not approved by WLKATA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA valid proof of purchase from WLKATA or an authorized dealer is required for all warranty claims. 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