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Trossen ViperX 300 S

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The Trossen ViperX 300 S is a discontinued six-axis research robot arm with 750 mm reach and 750 g payload for manipulation, teleoperation, ROS, and AI experiments.

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Payload
750 g working payload; at 750 g, Trossen recommends no more than 50% arm extension
Max Speed
Not publicly specified
Runtime
Externally powered
Navigation
Interbotix SDK, ROS 2 and MoveIt
Environment
Indoor labs and classrooms
Best For
Research and tabletop manipulation

OVERVIEW

The Trossen ViperX 300 S is a six-degree-of-freedom tabletop research manipulator developed for robotics education, teleoperation, imitation learning, perception, and manipulation experiments.

It combines a 750 g working payload, 750 mm reach, 1,500 mm span, DYNAMIXEL smart servos, open software tools, and ROS support in a larger research arm than the WidowX series.

Trossen now marks the standard ViperX 300 S as discontinued, although documentation, product support, ALOHA-compatible variants, replacement parts, used units, and related current research arms may still be available.

As a discontinued research platform, the ViperX 300 S remains most relevant for existing ViperX or ALOHA setups, education, and used-equipment projects where software compatibility, condition, and replacement-part access can be verified.

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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

750 g payload

Supports heavier research objects and tools than smaller tabletop arms.

750 mm reach

Large tabletop work envelope with approximately 1,500 mm total span.

Six degrees of freedom

Provides full pose control for manipulation and teleoperation research.

DYNAMIXEL servos

Exposes position, load, temperature, voltage, and control parameters.

ROS ecosystem

Supported by Interbotix software, documentation, and research workflows.

Discontinued standard model

New buyers should verify remaining stock or current ALOHA-compatible alternatives.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Research robotic arm

Main purpose

Research and tabletop manipulation

Operating environment

Indoor labs and classrooms

Deployment

Fixed tabletop research setup

Payload / load capacity

750 g working payload; at 750 g, Trossen recommends no more than 50% arm extension

Reach

750 mm reach; 1,500 mm tip-to-tip span

Mobility

Fixed desktop robotic arm

Manipulation

6-DoF arm with interchangeable gripper fingers and optional research accessories

Max speed

Not publicly specified

Runtime

Externally powered

Power source

12 VDC external power supply

Navigation / control

Interbotix SDK, ROS 2 and MoveIt

Sensors

DYNAMIXEL joint position, velocity, load, voltage and temperature feedback; optional vision kit

Dimensions

750 mm reach; 1,500 mm tip-to-tip span

Weight

Trossen does not publish a complete assembled-system mass

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
MENA region via partner; other shipping countries not publicly confirmed
Manufacturer

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Trossen ViperX 300 S cost? +

The Trossen ViperX 300 S price does not have a reliable current new-product price because Trossen marks the standard model as discontinued. Remaining stock, used equipment, replacement parts and ALOHA-compatible variants may be priced differently. The final cost can change depending on country, configuration, controller or software, tooling, freight, taxes, installation, training, warranty and support.

Buyers should therefore be careful when comparing prices online because one figure may cover only the core machine while another may include the equipment required for a working deployment. For universities, AI laboratories, manipulation researchers, teleoperation teams and robotics educators, the important question is not only the headline price but what is included, what is excluded, and what is required before the system can perform the intended task?

Common additions may include a computer, power supplies, gripper, cameras, mounting, spare servos, software setup, support and any ALOHA frame or leader-arm hardware. These items can materially change the total delivered and deployed cost. A lower initial figure may become more expensive after integration, site preparation, accessories and service are added, while a higher quotation may offer a more complete and lower-risk package.

You can request a Trossen ViperX 300 S quote through Anton Robots to compare the current product status, package, delivery assumptions and support before committing to the purchase.

Where can I buy the Trossen ViperX 300 S? +

You can request sourcing for a Trossen ViperX 300 S, remaining stock, used unit or current equivalent through Anton Robots. We help buyers confirm whether the exact product or current equivalent is commercially available, compare supplier or manufacturer information, understand the package and decide whether it is suitable for the intended application. The Trossen ViperX 300 S may also be sourced through Trossen Robotics and authorised partners, but the buying route depends on the product, region and deployment type. Not every offer represents the same scope. Some quotations cover only the core hardware, while others may include the controller, tools, software, installation, commissioning, training, warranty handling and local service.

Before buying, confirm the precise model, included equipment, delivery destination, site requirements and who is responsible for integration. This is particularly important for universities, AI laboratories, manipulation researchers, teleoperation teams and robotics educators, where selecting the wrong configuration can create additional cost or prevent the equipment from performing the required task. Compare the full deployed solution rather than only the lowest advertised figure.

You can review related research robotic arms and request current buying options through Anton Robots.

Where can I find a Trossen ViperX 300 S for sale? +

You may find a Trossen ViperX 300 S for sale as remaining stock, used equipment or part of an ALOHA-compatible system through Anton Robots, the manufacturer, authorised distributors, integrators or specialist equipment suppliers, depending on current availability and region. However, locating a listing is only the first step. Buyers should confirm the exact model or generation, commercial status, package contents and whether the offer is new, used, demonstration stock, a project deployment or a service agreement. Trossen officially labels the standard product discontinued, so any seller claiming new availability should identify the exact variant, manufacture status, warranty and included electronics.

For professional purchases, compare the total delivered and deployed cost, including freight, taxes, tools, software, installation, commissioning, training and support. This is especially important for universities, AI laboratories, manipulation researchers, teleoperation teams and robotics educators, where a machine that appears cheaper may require substantial additional work before it can operate. Ask for a written scope, technical configuration, delivery estimate and warranty terms.

If you are looking for a Trossen ViperX 300 S for sale, contact Anton Robots before placing an order so the product status and complete package can be checked.

Can I get a quote for the Trossen ViperX 300 S? +

Yes. You can get a quote for the Trossen ViperX 300 S through Anton Robots. A useful quotation should include more than a single equipment price. It should clearly identify exact ViperX variant, commercial status, arm and gripper, power supplies, computer interface, software support, cameras or ALOHA hardware if required, together with freight assumptions, taxes, delivery timing, installation responsibilities, warranty and after-sales support.

This matters because the same product name can describe very different scopes. A quotation for core hardware is not directly comparable with a turnkey deployment that includes tooling, site work, programming, commissioning and operator training. Before requesting a quote, provide the task, material or payload, working dimensions, required throughput, facility or jobsite conditions, destination country and preferred delivery timing. The quotation should distinguish the discontinued standard ViperX 300 S from current ALOHA-compatible ViperX versions and confirm whether warranty and replacement servo support are available.

Anton Robots can also help you compare the Trossen ViperX 300 S with other research robotic arms when the required payload, reach, autonomy, application maturity or budget suggests that another model may be a better fit.

What is included when you buy the Trossen ViperX 300 S? +

A typical Trossen ViperX 300 S package depends on the supplier, configuration and whether the purchase is for core equipment or a complete deployment. Legacy packages varied, and an ALOHA follower-arm purchase is not necessarily identical to the discontinued standalone product.

Before buying, request a written packing list and scope of supply. Confirm whether the offer includes:

  • ViperX 300 S arm or confirmed current variant
  • Gripper and DYNAMIXEL actuators
  • Control interface and USB communication hardware
  • Power supply and cables
  • Mounting plate and hardware
  • ROS or Interbotix software documentation
  • Cameras, leader arms or ALOHA structure if specified
  • Spare servos and maintenance items
  • Shipping, warranty or used-equipment condition report

Two quotations can both use the name “Trossen ViperX 300 S” while including very different equipment and services. Tools, batteries, controllers, safety equipment, software licences, site preparation, installation and training are frequently separate unless explicitly stated. For commercial buyers, the complete operating package is more important than the headline price.

You can request an itemised package quote through Anton Robots to confirm exactly what is included and what must be sourced separately.

Can the Trossen ViperX 300 S be shipped or delivered internationally? +

A ViperX 300 S or current equivalent can generally be shipped as research equipment where a supplier has confirmed availability. Delivery depends on destination, product configuration, stock or production schedule, freight method, local regulations and the supplier’s service territory. Discontinued stock and used units require extra checking for battery-free electronics, original packaging, customs classification, missing cables and damage to servos or gripper components.

Buyers should ask whether the quotation includes freight, insurance, customs clearance, duties, VAT or GST, unloading, site access, commissioning and returnable transport frames. Large industrial and construction systems may require specialised lifting, road transport, access planning or installation crews, while smaller research robots may still have battery and electronics shipping requirements.

Do not assume the displayed equipment price is the final landed cost. If the machine is needed for a fixed production start, project milestone, research programme or construction schedule, request a realistic delivery plan and identify who carries responsibility at each stage. You can request delivery and shipping information through Anton Robots before purchase.

Is the Trossen ViperX 300 S available and how long does delivery take? +

Trossen ViperX 300 S availability and delivery time can change. The standard ViperX 300 S is officially discontinued; availability is therefore limited to remaining inventory, used units, parts or related current versions. Timing may depend on supplier stock checks, condition inspection, replacement component availability, international freight and any ALOHA frame or camera package. A website listing, brochure or demonstration does not guarantee that the exact configuration is ready for immediate shipment.

Buyers should ask whether the product is in local stock, built to order, allocated by project, available only through selected territories, discontinued, or supplied as part of a wider system. They should also confirm whether optional tools, controllers, batteries, racks, software or installation services follow a different lead time. This is particularly important for universities, AI laboratories, manipulation researchers, teleoperation teams and robotics educators working toward a fixed launch, harvest, shutdown, construction or research date.

A useful supplier response should state the commercial status, current configuration, estimated production or dispatch date, shipping time and commissioning schedule. You can request current Trossen ViperX 300 S availability through Anton Robots before planning around a delivery date.

What warranty and support should I check before buying the Trossen ViperX 300 S? +

Before buying the Trossen ViperX 300 S, confirm the warranty period, covered components, exclusions, service territory, response process and availability of parts. Because this is a discontinued model, confirm software version, documentation access, spare servos, warranty status and who will troubleshoot the system. The equipment may require support for ROS installation, servo configuration, calibration, cable management, gripper repair and replacement DYNAMIXEL components.

Ask who provides first-line support, whether remote diagnostics are available, where repairs are completed, how long critical parts normally take and whether preventive maintenance is required to preserve the warranty. Also confirm coverage for batteries, motors, controllers, sensors, tools, wear components and damage caused by unsuitable operating conditions. For production, warehouse, agricultural and construction deployments, downtime can be more expensive than the purchase-price difference between two offers. Training, spare parts and a service plan should therefore form part of the buying decision.

Before purchasing, request the warranty document and service scope in writing. You can contact Anton Robots to compare the package and support route before ordering.

Is the Trossen ViperX 300 S worth buying? +

The Trossen ViperX 300 S can be worth buying when you specifically need its reach, payload and established Interbotix or ALOHA research ecosystem and can accept legacy-product constraints. It should be selected because its capabilities match a defined workflow, not simply because the technology is impressive. The strongest business case usually comes from repetitive work, measurable labour or safety constraints, suitable operating conditions and a clear plan for tooling, integration and support.

However, it is not a sensible default purchase when you require a current supported industrial arm, precise manufacturing performance or guaranteed new stock. Buyers should calculate total ownership or project cost, expected utilisation, integration effort, training, maintenance and the value of the problem being solved. A technically capable robot can still be the wrong purchase when the task, environment or production volume does not justify it.

Compare the Trossen ViperX 300 S with other research robotic arms, and use the Anton Robots quote form to check whether the product, package and commercial status fit your requirements.

Is the Trossen ViperX 300 S discontinued? +

Yes. Trossen Robotics currently marks the standard ViperX 300 S as discontinued. The product page and technical documentation remain useful, and ALOHA-compatible ViperX arms are referenced separately.

Buyers should not assume a current ALOHA arm has the same package, firmware, mounting or commercial terms as the discontinued standalone model. Verify the part number and support route before purchase. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow. You can request current availability through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

What is the payload and reach of the ViperX 300 S? +

The ViperX 300 S has a 750 g working payload, 750 mm reach and approximately 1,500 mm total span. These figures suit tabletop research with everyday objects, containers and lightweight tools. The payload must include the gripper and anything attached to the wrist. Performance can reduce at extended reach, during rapid moves or when joint temperature rises, so researchers should design experiments with margin. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow.

You can request research-arm sizing advice through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

Does the ViperX 300 S support ROS? +

Yes, the ViperX platform is supported by the Interbotix ROS software ecosystem. The DYNAMIXEL control architecture also allows access to actuator data and configuration.

Buyers should confirm which ROS distribution, operating system, firmware and Interbotix package are appropriate for the exact hardware revision. A used arm may need firmware updates, calibration and replacement cables before it works with a current lab image. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow. You can request software compatibility advice through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

Is the ViperX 300 S suitable for ALOHA research? +

The ViperX 300 S architecture is widely associated with ALOHA-style follower-arm systems, and Trossen offers ALOHA-compatible versions. An ALOHA station requires more than one arm: it may include follower arms, leader arms, frame, gravity compensation, cameras, computer, USB hubs, power supplies and calibrated software. Confirm whether you are buying a standalone arm or a purpose-built ALOHA version. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow.

You can request an ALOHA-compatible package through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

Is the ViperX 300 S an industrial robot? +

No, the ViperX 300 S is a research and education manipulator rather than a production industrial robot. Its payload, repeatability, servo architecture and safety approach suit labs and prototypes, not certified unattended manufacturing. It should be supervised, operated within thermal and load limits, and protected from collisions. For production assembly or machine tending, compare industrial cobots and robot arms. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow.

You can request an industrial alternative through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

What should I check when buying a used ViperX 300 S? +

A used ViperX should be checked for servo wear, backlash, overheating history, cable damage, gripper condition and missing electronics. Request a powered demonstration, joint error logs if available, complete parts list and confirmation that the U2D2 interface, power supply, mounting hardware and cables are included. Verify that replacement DYNAMIXEL models are still available and that the arm can be calibrated with current software. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow.

You can request a used-unit checklist through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

What are the alternatives to the ViperX 300 S? +

Current alternatives include ALOHA-compatible ViperX configurations, other Interbotix arms and research manipulators from different manufacturers. The best replacement depends on payload, reach, ROS support, repeatability, number of arms, camera setup and whether the project reproduces a published research platform. Avoid choosing only by price because software compatibility and reproducibility may be more important than raw specifications. The complete application should be assessed using the real task, operating environment, required performance and all attached equipment rather than the robot specification alone.

Before purchase, ask for a task-specific demonstration, simulation or written technical review, together with measurable acceptance criteria and a clear list of exclusions. This helps separate a platform capability from performance that has actually been validated for your workflow.

You can request alternative models through Anton Robots before selecting the final configuration.

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