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Overview
What is the Dobot Robotic Arm MG400 Workstation?
The Dobot MG400 Workstation packages a genuine industrial robot arm into a self-contained training cell built for higher education, research, and vocational programs. At its core is the Dobot MG400, a 4-axis desktop-grade cobot with a 440 mm working radius, up to 750 g payload, and ±0.05 mm repeatability, mounted on a workstation that adds a machine-vision system, a conveyor belt, function plates, a vacuum source, and operator controls. The result is a complete, hands-on platform for teaching the same loading/unloading, inspection, and pick-and-place tasks students will encounter on a real production line.
RobotLAB sells the MG400 Workstation as a turnkey teaching solution: the package ships with the MG400 arm, vision system and conveyor, stock bin and inspection board, a mini vacuum pump box, emergency-stop and button controls, a wiring terminal block, mobile-phone-location and guide-assembly plates, an LED status monitor, and a tool box. Students program it in Python, C++, Blockly, or ROS and run real automation projects such as object detection, grabbing, palletizing, and visual positioning. RobotLAB recommends roughly a 1:5 student-to-robot ratio for lab use.
As a reseller and integrator, RobotLAB delivers this product with white-glove deployment, professional development and training, and a one-year warranty backed by RobotLAB support. It is available to buy outright at $19,995 or through RobotLAB's Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) program starting at $419/month, which bundles hardware, installation, training, software updates, and ongoing technical support so institutions can stand up an Industry 4.0 lab without a large capital outlay.
Specifications
Key specs
| Manufacturer | Dobot |
| Robot model | MG400 (desktop-grade 4-axis robotic arm) |
| Configuration | Industrial training workstation (arm + vision + conveyor) |
| Degrees of freedom | 4 axes |
| Payload | 500 g rated (750 g max) |
| Working radius / reach | 440 mm |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
| Range of motion | J1 ±160°, J2 -25° to 85°, J3 -25° to 105°, J4 ±360° |
| Max joint speed | 300°/s (all joints) |
| Arm weight | 8 kg |
| Arm base footprint | 190 mm x 190 mm |
| Power input | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (48 V DC rated) |
| Communication interface | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP |
| Programming languages | Python, C++, Blockly, ROS (DobotStudio Pro / SCStudio) |
| Included components | MG400 arm, vision system, conveyor, stock bin, inspection board, mini vacuum pump box, E-stop & button controls, wiring terminal block, function plates, LED status monitor, tool box |
| Vacuum source | Mini vacuum pump (suction-cup tasks) |
| Sensors | Vision, proximity, and force sensing (per RobotLAB) |
| Operating environment | 0°C to 40°C |
| IP rating (arm) | IP20 |
| Recommended student-to-robot ratio | 1:5 |
| Warranty / support | 1-year warranty with RobotLAB support |
| Deployment options | Purchase or Robot-as-a-Service (from $419/mo) |
| Purchase Price | $19,995 |
How it works
Dobot Robotic Arm MG400 Workstation in detail
Higher-Ed & Research Automation Labs
Universities and community colleges use the MG400 Workstation to teach robotics, mechatronics, and computer science with an industrial-grade arm rather than a toy. Students program pick-and-place, vision-guided positioning, and conveyor-synchronized tasks in Python, C++, or ROS, mirroring the workflows used in real manufacturing cells.
Vocational & Workforce Training
Technical schools and workforce-development programs use the integrated vision system, conveyor, and PLC-style controls to train students on assembly-line automation: object detection, grabbing, handling, palletizing, and quality inspection. The modular function plates let instructors stage progressively harder projects on the same hardware.
K-12 STEM and Advanced Coding Programs
Well-resourced K-12 and magnet STEM programs deploy the workstation to give students hands-on exposure to industrial robotics and coding. Blockly-based graphical programming lets newcomers start quickly, while Python and ROS give advanced students a path toward college- and career-level skills.
Industry 4.0 Demonstration & Prototyping
Research groups and innovation labs use the compact cell to prototype small-batch automation concepts, test machine-vision pipelines, and demonstrate flexible production. The 190 mm x 190 mm arm footprint fits on a benchtop while still delivering ±0.05 mm repeatability for credible proof-of-concept work.
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What's included
In the box
- Dobot MG400 Robotic Arm
- Vision System
- Conveyor
- Stock Bin
- Standard Inspection Board
- MG400 Mini Vacuum Pump Box
- Button & Emergency stop
- Wiring Terminal Block
- 1 year Warranty and RobotLAB Support
- Mobile Phone Model Location Plate
- Guide Assembly Plate
- LED Status Monitor and tool box
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Questions & answers
About the Dobot Robotic Arm MG400 Workstation.
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What exactly is the Dobot MG400 Workstation?
It is a complete industrial-grade robotics training cell built around the Dobot MG400, a 4-axis desktop cobot arm. Beyond the arm, the workstation adds a machine-vision system, a conveyor belt, a stock bin and inspection board, a mini vacuum pump, function plates, operator controls (E-stop and buttons), an LED status monitor, and a tool box. It lets students run real automation projects rather than just move a bare arm. For a full configuration walkthrough, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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Who is this workstation designed for?
RobotLAB positions it for higher education and research institutions, vocational and workforce-training programs, and advanced K-12 STEM and coding programs. It suits any lab that wants students working with an industrial-grade arm, machine vision, and conveyor-line automation. RobotLAB suggests roughly a 1:5 student-to-robot ratio for classroom use.
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What can students program it with?
The platform supports Python, C++, Blockly (graphical block programming), and ROS, plus Dobot's own DobotStudio Pro / SCStudio environment with drag-to-teach. That range lets beginners start with Blockly and advance to Python and ROS for college- and career-level work. RobotLAB's team can advise on curriculum fit at 1-87-RobotLAB.
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What are the arm's core specs?
The MG400 is a 4-axis arm with a 440 mm working radius, 500 g rated payload (750 g maximum), ±0.05 mm repeatability, and a compact 190 mm x 190 mm base footprint. It runs on standard 100–240 V AC power and communicates over TCP/IP and Modbus TCP. Spec sheets are available from RobotLAB on request.
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Can I lease it instead of buying outright?
Yes. The workstation is $19,995 to purchase, or you can use RobotLAB's Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) program starting at $419/month, which bundles the hardware, professional installation, staff training, software updates, and ongoing technical support. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to compare purchase versus RaaS for your budget cycle.
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Does it come with training and support?
Yes. As a reseller and integrator, RobotLAB includes white-glove deployment, professional development and training, and a one-year warranty backed by RobotLAB support. Additional onboarding and curriculum support can be arranged. Reach the RobotLAB team at 1-87-RobotLAB.
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How is this different from a bare MG400 arm or a Magician classroom pack?
A bare MG400 is just the arm; this product is a full training cell with vision, a conveyor, and accessories so students learn complete line-automation workflows. Compared with Dobot Magician classroom packs (multiple smaller desktop arms for introductory STEM), the MG400 Workstation centers on one industrial-grade arm and an integrated vision-and-conveyor station for more advanced, production-realistic projects. RobotLAB can help you choose at 1-87-RobotLAB.
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