Why teams choose the Smart Tool

• No-code setup: teach points, record paths, and run jobs without a programming editor
• One-hand control: ergonomic and glove-friendly
• Direct I/O control: trigger vacuum, grippers, welders, dispensers, and macros
• Fast changeovers: save/recall templates; re-teach only what changed
• Built for factories: rugged housing, status LED, positive-feel keys

What it does

Guide the cobot by hand to a position

Press to record a pose or continuous path

Trigger the tool via I/O or mapped macro

Run in Auto or step in Manual; Undo/Delete as needed

Front-panel controls

• START – begin program/sequence
• A/M (Auto/Manual) – switch modes instantly
• I/O – fire end-effector or call a macro
• UNDO / DELETE – quick edits without menus
• Five hotkeys (A–E) – assign to actions like “Open/Close,” “Vacuum On,” “Save Point,” “Start Path,” “Apply Seal”

Operators can load parts, reposition the arm, and update programs on the line—no laptop, no downtime.

Perfect for

• Pick & Place / Kitting – quick point updates when packaging changes
• Welding / Gluing / Sealing / Painting – record smooth, continuous paths
• Sanding / Polishing / Deburring – pair with a torque sensor for consistent force
• Machine tending – re-teach door positions and pick offsets in minutes

Works seamlessly with

• Fairino FR seriescobots (FR3 / FR5 / FR10 / FR16 / FR20 / FR30)
• End-effectors: DH Robotics grippers, Devonics vacuum tooling, weld/dispense tools, and most 24 V actuators
• Vision/sensors: call I/O macros to sync with smart cameras, barcode reads, and presence sensors

Installation & wiring

• Plug-and-play cable to the cobot controller
• Integrated status LED for power/mode feedback
• Map the I/Obutton and hotkeys A–E to your most used actions
• Optional mount clip to dock the tool on the cell

Operator workflow examples

• Packaging changeover: move to new box size → record → test in Manual → switch to Auto
• Sealant tweak: nudge corners → Undo a point → re-record → save
• Sanding force adjust: start path, verify torque on HMI, map A to “Vacuum On,” B to “Path Start”

Specifications — Smart Tool

• Operation: one-handed, glove-friendly
• Keys: START, A/M (Auto/Manual), I/O, UNDO, DELETE, 5 assignable hotkeys (A–E)
• Functions: record points, guide continuous paths, trigger tools/macros
• Feedback: integrated status LED
• Mounting: handheld with cable connection to cobot controller
• Housing: rugged, industrial design

What’s included

• Devonics/Fairino Smart Tool handheld
• Controller cable and quick-start card
• Example hotkey mappings for common EOAT (gripper, vacuum, welder, dispenser)

Add-ons

• EOAT quick-change and vacuum/gripper kits
• Torque/force sensor for polishing, sanding, press-fit
• Vision bundle (Keyence VS-L160CX) for pick verification and barcode/QR

Safety & compliance

• Designed for collaborative applications when used in a risk-assessed cobot cell
• Clear mode separation: Auto/Manual on the tool; E-stop remains on the cell
• Documentation includes wiring map, I/O assignments, and sample risk-assessment notes

FAQ

Do I need to write code? 

No. Teaching points, paths, and tool triggers are button-driven.

Will it work with my EOAT? 

If your tool accepts standard 24 V I/O (most do), yes. Templates provided for DH grippers and Devonics vacuum kits.

How long does training take? 

Most operators are productive the same day—often within an hour.

Can I save and reuse programs? 

Yes. Save point lists and recipes; hotkeys can recall them for rapid changeovers.

Get a demo

See your parts running with the Smart Tool. We’ll set up a quick proof-of-concept on a Fairino cobot and show how operators can update points in minutes.

Request a live demo • Talk to an engineer • Download the quick-start guide