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The Lynxmotion AL5D is a servo-based educational robot arm kit built for robotics learning, motion control, electronics, programming, and lightweight desktop manipulation.

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Payload
~283 g at full reach
Max Speed
Not publicly specified
Runtime
Externally powered
Navigation
SSC-32U, FlowBotics and Arduino
Environment
Indoor classrooms and maker spaces
Best For
STEM education and hobby robotics

OVERVIEW

The Lynxmotion AL5D is a modular desktop robot arm kit designed for education, hobby robotics, prototyping, and learning servo-based motion control.

It combines an aluminium construction, approximately 19 inches of horizontal reach, a functional gripper, common RC servos, and controller options such as the SSC-32U or BotBoarduino depending on the kit.

The AL5D is best suited for classrooms, makerspaces, electronics courses, programming exercises, kinematics demonstrations, and lightweight pick-and-place experiments.

The AL5D is primarily a hands-on learning and prototyping platform, with its modular kit format providing more value for understanding robotics fundamentals than for production-grade automation.

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APPLICATIONS AND USE CASE FIT

Cleaning
Warehouse transport
Material handling
Inspection
Security / patrol
Delivery / service runs
Palletizing / stacking
Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

Approx. 19 in reach

Provides a large desktop workspace for an educational servo arm.

Light payload handling

Designed for small objects, with payload reducing at full extension.

Modular aluminium frame

Supports assembly, repair, modification, and hands-on mechanical learning.

Multiple controller options

Available with SSC-32U, BotBoarduino, or hardware-only configurations.

Functional gripper

Enables basic grasping, transfer, sorting, and demonstration tasks.

Education-focused kit

Teaches servos, electronics, inverse kinematics, and motion sequencing.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Educational robotic arm

Main purpose

STEM education and hobby robotics

Operating environment

Indoor classrooms and maker spaces

Deployment

Commercial kit platform; price shown for a complete 4-DoF SSC-32U/FlowBotics configuration

Payload / load capacity

~283 g at full reach

Reach

Approx. 483 mm horizontal; 419 mm vertical

Mobility

Fixed robotic arm

Manipulation

Functional gripper with optional wrist-rotation and alternative gripper accessories

Max speed

Not publicly specified

Runtime

Externally powered

Power source

6 VDC servo supply; approximately 5 A recommended for a complete arm

Navigation / control

SSC-32U, FlowBotics and Arduino

Sensors

Standard hobby-servo position control; no integrated industrial force or collaborative-safety sensing

Dimensions

Approx. 483 mm horizontal reach; 419 mm vertical reach

Weight

Approx. 0.91 kg

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
5+ countries
Manufacturer

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Lynxmotion AL5D cost? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D price depends on the exact kit rather than one universal configuration. Lynxmotion AL5D packages can differ by controller, servo set, wrist-rotation option, gripper, power supply, software, assembly state, and regional seller. A hardware-only arm can look cheaper than a complete educational kit but may still require servos, electronics, cables, power equipment, and programming tools before it can move.

Buyers should also check whether the package includes an SSC-32U, BotBoarduino, or another controller, because the software workflow and required accessories change with the control hardware. Shipping, taxes, import costs, spare servos, and classroom support can further change the delivered price. For schools and first-time builders, the lowest headline price is not always the best value if important electronics or instructions are missing.

The better question is: which exact kit is included and what else is required to operate it? You can request a Lynxmotion AL5D package quote through Anton Robots to compare kit versions, delivery, and support.

Where can I buy the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

You can buy or request the Lynxmotion AL5D through Anton Robots. We help buyers check availability, compare packages, understand what is included, and decide whether the robot is appropriate for the intended use. The Lynxmotion AL5D may also be available through Lynxmotion, authorised or specialist suppliers, distributors, and selected robotics sellers, but not every offer includes the same equipment or support.

Before buying, confirm the exact model, configuration, controller, cables, end effector, mounting hardware, software access, freight, taxes, warranty, training, and after-sales service. This is especially important for schools, colleges, STEM programmes, makerspaces, hobbyists, electronics students, and robotics developers because the robot normally needs to fit a specific workflow, environment, user, machine, or teaching programme. Choosing only the lowest displayed price can result in missing hardware, incompatible controls, unsupported software, or unexpected integration costs.

To start, request a Lynxmotion AL5D quote and Anton Robots can help you compare the complete package, delivery terms, and support before placing an order.

Where can I find a Lynxmotion AL5D for sale? +

You can look for a Lynxmotion AL5D for sale through Lynxmotion, specialist robotics suppliers, distributors, used-equipment sellers where applicable, and robot marketplaces such as Anton Robots. However, finding a listing is only the first step. The important part is confirming the exact product identity, generation, configuration, condition, controller, end effector, software, documentation, and support. A low advertised price may exclude equipment needed to operate the robot, such as power hardware, mounting, grippers, safety devices, licences, training, freight, taxes, or commissioning.

For professional, educational, or assistive buyers, the safest approach is to compare the total delivered and usable package rather than the robot arm alone. Check whether the seller can provide a serial number, packing list, specification sheet, warranty terms, expected delivery date, spare-parts route, and technical contact. For legacy or used equipment, also request service history, operating hours, fault records, and confirmation that the controller and software are included.

If you are searching for a Lynxmotion AL5D for sale, contact Anton Robots before ordering so the package and suitability can be reviewed.

Can I get a quote for the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

Yes. You can get a quote for the Lynxmotion AL5D through Anton Robots. A useful quote should cover more than the base robot price. It should clearly identify the kit version, controller, servos, wrist rotation, gripper, power supply, assembly state, software, shipping, warranty, and support.

This matters because the robot arm is only one part of a complete solution. The intended task, payload, reach, object, user, machine, workspace, software, safety measures, and support requirements can all change the correct configuration and total cost. A quote that appears cheaper may exclude essential tooling, mounting, controls, integration, delivery, training, or warranty handling.

Before requesting a quote, provide the destination country and a practical description of what the robot needs to do, including object weight, required reach, cycle expectations, environment, available space, and existing equipment. Anton Robots can then help compare the Lynxmotion AL5D with other robot options and obtain a package aligned with the real use case rather than only the headline specification.

What is included when you buy the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

A typical Lynxmotion AL5D package can vary by supplier, region, configuration, and whether the offer is for the robot alone or a complete application. Before purchasing, ask for a written packing list. The package may include:

  • AL5D mechanical arm hardware
  • servo motors specified by the kit
  • functional gripper
  • SSC-32U, BotBoarduino, or selected controller
  • power supply if included
  • USB or communication cables
  • software and example projects
  • assembly hardware and instructions
  • shipping and taxes
  • seller warranty and technical support

Two offers can use the same product name while including very different hardware, software, services, and warranty coverage. An end effector, controller, mounting system, safety equipment, or specialist installation may be essential even when it is not shown in the headline listing. Confirm electrical requirements, software versions, licences, compatible accessories, documentation language, spare-parts availability, and responsibility for customs or commissioning.

For schools, colleges, STEM programmes, makerspaces, hobbyists, electronics students, and robotics developers, the complete usable system is more important than the lowest arm-only price. You can request an itemised Lynxmotion AL5D package quote through Anton Robots before buying.

What is the reach and payload of the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

The main sizing specification for the Lynxmotion AL5D is approximately 19 inches of horizontal reach and about 10 oz payload at full extension, depending on configuration. These figures must be checked against the complete task rather than the object alone. Payload normally includes the gripper, tool, adapter, cables, sensors, and part. Reach must cover every required position with enough clearance for the robot, tool, object, fixtures, user, or machine.

Operating at the edge of the payload or workspace can reduce practical flexibility. Repeatability is also different from absolute accuracy and does not guarantee complete-system performance. Gripper compliance, calibration, vision, fixtures, object variation, and programming affect the final result. Lynxmotion describes approximately 19 inches of horizontal reach and about 10 oz maximum payload at full reach; wrist rotation and kit configuration can reduce practical capacity.

Before purchasing, provide a drawing or simple layout with object weight, tool weight, required positions, and available space. You can request sizing advice for the Lynxmotion AL5D through Anton Robots.

Can the Lynxmotion AL5D be shipped internationally? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D may be available for international delivery, but shipping depends on the seller, destination country, product status, package size, batteries or power equipment, export rules, customs requirements, local regulations, and regional support. The advertised product price may not include freight, insurance, customs clearance, import duty, VAT, GST, handling, local delivery, installation, or return shipping for repairs.

Buyers should ask whether the seller ships the complete package and whether the controller, cables, tools, mounting hardware, and accessories travel in the same shipment. It is also important to confirm who is responsible for import documentation and whether local technical support is available after delivery. For legacy, specialised, or configured robots, international shipping may be possible while commissioning or service remains limited in the destination country. Do not compare only the base price. Compare the full landed and supported cost.

You can request an international Lynxmotion AL5D quote through Anton Robots to check delivery assumptions, import costs, and regional support before purchasing.

Is the Lynxmotion AL5D in stock and how long does delivery take? +

Lynxmotion AL5D stock and delivery time can change according to specific kit configuration, RobotShop or regional stock, controller choice, assembly state, and destination. Some sellers may hold complete local stock, while others configure, import, assemble, refurbish, or source the robot only after an order is placed. A product page does not guarantee that the exact model, controller, accessory, software version, or support package is ready to ship. Delivery can also be affected by payment approval, export documentation, freight, customs clearance, production scheduling, integration work, and training availability.

If the robot is needed for a course, factory project, medical assessment, exhibition, research deadline, or replacement cell, confirm availability before committing. A reliable supplier should state whether the item is new, used, refurbished, backordered, configured to order, or subject to assessment. It should also identify what is included and provide a realistic delivery estimate.

You can request current Lynxmotion AL5D availability through Anton Robots before placing an order.

What warranty and support should I check before buying the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

Before buying the Lynxmotion AL5D, confirm the warranty period, covered components, exclusions, technical-support route, repair location, response process, and spare-parts availability. Buyers may need help with assembly, servo calibration, controller setup, power requirements, software, replacement parts, and community documentation. The cheapest listing is not always the safest option if the seller cannot diagnose faults, provide compatible parts, or coordinate a repair.

Ask who supports the robot after delivery, whether labour and shipping are covered, how accessories and controllers are treated, and what happens if the product arrives damaged or incomplete. For used or legacy units, request a condition report and understand whether the seller offers any warranty at all. For specialist assistive or industrial systems, confirm whether installation, validation, and training are separate services. Software versions and licence access should also be documented because unsupported software can limit a technically functional robot.

If the Lynxmotion AL5D will be important to a user, class, laboratory, or production process, support should be part of the buying decision. Contact Anton Robots to review the proposed package before purchasing.

Is the Lynxmotion AL5D worth buying? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D can be worth buying when its capabilities match the real use case. It is designed around servo control, programming, kinematics, electronics, small-object pick and place, sorting demonstrations, and robotics prototyping, and its key sizing point is approximately 19 inches of horizontal reach and about 10 oz payload at full extension, depending on configuration. The value comes from choosing the correct controller, end effector, accessories, software, installation, and support. It may be a poor purchase if payload, reach, precision, speed, duty cycle, environmental protection, safety requirements, or product status do not fit the project. Do not treat an educational arm as an industrial production robot, a legacy robot as a current turnkey platform, or an assistive arm as a general automation product.

Before buying, include the tool weight, object weight, required positions, operating hours, user or operator needs, integration points, and recovery process. Compare alternatives when requirements are close to the robot’s limits.

You can use Anton Robots to compare robot models and request advice before selecting the Lynxmotion AL5D.

Does the Lynxmotion AL5D come assembled? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D is commonly sold as a kit, and the level of assembly depends on the exact package and seller. Some offers include the mechanical structure, servos, gripper, controller, cables, and assembly hardware, while others are hardware-only or require the buyer to select electronics separately.

Schools and first-time builders should not assume that the arm arrives calibrated and ready to run. Assembly may involve installing brackets, routing servo cables, attaching the gripper, connecting the controller, selecting a suitable power supply, centring servos, and calibrating motion limits.

The build process is part of the educational value, but it also requires time, tools, and supervision. Ask for a complete packing list, assembly manual, controller model, software requirements, and estimated build level before ordering. Anton Robots can help compare complete AL5D kits with component-only packages.

Which controller should I choose for the Lynxmotion AL5D? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D and an AL5D package with BotBoarduino should not be chosen by name alone. An SSC-32U package is useful for direct multi-servo control from a computer and software such as FlowArm or custom serial commands. A BotBoarduino-based package can suit embedded programming and Arduino-style learning where students work closer to the controller logic. The correct choice depends on the curriculum, programming language, computer connection, autonomous behaviour, available examples, servo count, expansion needs, and instructor experience.

Buyers should compare payload including tooling, usable reach, repeatability, programming environment, controller generation, accessories, safety functions, product status, service coverage, and total deployed cost. A newer or larger robot is not automatically better if an existing classroom, cell, wheelchair, or software workflow already depends on the older platform. Conversely, choosing a legacy or entry-level model can create support, precision, or integration limits later. Write down the task and required outcomes before comparing quotations. Where possible, test the object, tool, software, or user-control method on the proposed system.

You can request comparison advice through Anton Robots before choosing between the Lynxmotion AL5D, an AL5D package with BotBoarduino, and other suitable robot options.

How is the Lynxmotion AL5D programmed? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D can be programmed or configured using the selected SSC-32U, BotBoarduino, or compatible controller, using serial commands, FlowArm-style tools, Arduino code, or custom programming. The practical level of access depends on the exact model, controller, software version, licences, and package supplied.

Before buying, define whether the project needs simple taught positions, visual workflows, offline programming, external I/O, machine communication, ROS, Python, custom APIs, vision, or low-level control. A product described as easy to program may still require integration work when it must communicate with a PLC, CNC machine, conveyor, camera, safety system, or user interface. There is no single software experience across every AL5D kit, so the controller and software bundle must be confirmed before teaching materials are prepared. Ask the supplier to demonstrate the required workflow and confirm that documentation, software downloads, development libraries, example code, and technical support are available for the exact configuration. For older platforms, check operating-system and software compatibility before ordering.

If programming is central to the project, contact Anton Robots with the intended software stack so the correct package can be compared.

Can the Lynxmotion AL5D be used for pick and place? +

Yes, the Lynxmotion AL5D can be suitable for light educational pick and place when objects are very light, easy to grip, and positioned within the servo arm’s practical workspace. A successful setup depends on more than the robot arm.

Buyers should check object mass, reach, servo torque, gripper opening, centre of gravity, motion speed, power supply, calibration, and repeatability. The complete cycle should be reviewed with the actual object, tool, fixtures, software, operating environment, and expected throughput. It is suitable for learning and demonstrations, not industrial production, valuable parts, high speed, or applications requiring reliable calibrated precision.

If the task requires performance near the robot’s payload, reach, precision, speed, or duty-cycle limits, a larger or more industrial platform may provide more margin. A proof-of-concept is useful before committing to multiple units or a full deployment. You can request a Lynxmotion AL5D light educational pick and place quote through Anton Robots to compare the robot, end effector, accessories, integration, and support required for the application.

Is the Lynxmotion AL5D safe for classroom use? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D should be deployed only after a task-specific safety review. The main risks can include pinching at joints or gripper, sudden servo movement, hot or overloaded servos, unstable bases, loose hardware, cable damage, and student access during motion.

Buyers should define the operating zone, authorised users, emergency-stop access, startup and shutdown procedures, maximum speed, payload, tools, supervision, and recovery method. Appropriate measures may include adult supervision, a fixed base, conservative motion limits, low speeds, light objects, power isolation, inspection before use, cable management, and clear classroom rules. The AL5D is an educational kit rather than a certified collaborative industrial system, so instructors are responsible for safe assembly, programming, and operation.

A collaborative, educational, lightweight, or assistive description does not remove the need to assess the actual application. Safety depends on the complete system, including the controller, software, gripper, object, mounting, fixtures, user interaction, and surrounding equipment. For workplace deployments, review applicable machinery, electrical, and occupational-safety requirements with a competent integrator.

For education or assistive use, training and clear operating boundaries remain important. Ask the supplier for the relevant manuals, declarations, safety functions, and installation guidance. Anton Robots can help compare packages that include the required safety documentation and deployment support.

What power supply and servos does the Lynxmotion AL5D need? +

The Lynxmotion AL5D requires a correctly sized servo power system, and the exact voltage, current capacity, connector arrangement, and servo set depend on the kit. Multiple servos can draw substantial current when the arm accelerates, holds weight, or reaches outward, so powering the system only from a computer USB port is normally inappropriate. An undersized supply can cause resets, jitter, weak movement, overheating, or unreliable controller behaviour.

Buyers should use the power specification provided for the selected SSC-32U, BotBoarduino, servo package, and gripper, with suitable wiring and polarity protection. Confirm whether the kit includes the supply or expects it to be purchased separately.

Servos should be centred before mechanical assembly and motion limits should be calibrated to avoid driving joints into hard stops. Anton Robots can help compare complete AL5D packages that include the appropriate servos, controller, and power equipment.

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