ABB IRB2600ID Process Wrist Modules: 3HAC036626-005 3HAC059444-001 3HAC059444-002

Technical Dossier

Product Details And Specifications

ABB IRB2600ID Series: Comprehensive Module Range and Technical Overview

The ABB IRB2600ID is a 6-axis industrial robot platform engineered for integrated dressing (ID) applications — specifically arc welding, dispensing, and process-intensive tasks where cable and hose routing must be routed internally through the upper arm and wrist. Deployed across global heavy industry sectors including automotive body shops, chemical processing plants, offshore fabrication yards, and nuclear maintenance facilities, the IRB2600ID carries a payload capacity of 8 kg or 15 kg depending on variant, with a reach envelope of 1.65 m or 2.0 m. Its wrist assembly — comprising the process wrist gearbox, wrist housing, and integrated tool flange — is a high-wear zone requiring periodic replacement in high-duty-cycle environments. The three SKUs covered on this page — 3HAC036626-005, 3HAC059444-001, and 3HAC059444-002 — represent the primary process wrist components for the IRB2600ID platform and are among the most frequently sourced spare parts for this robot family globally.

The Evolution of IRB2600ID Architecture

The IRB2600 platform was introduced by ABB Robotics as a successor to the IRB2400 series, targeting mid-payload arc welding and material handling applications. The IRB2600ID variant introduced internal cable routing through the wrist — a structural redesign that eliminated external dress packs and reduced cable wear in continuous-motion welding cells. Early IRB2600ID units (pre-2012) used a first-generation wrist gearbox assembly with a different flange interface; these are now largely obsolete and have been superseded by the current 3HAC-series wrist components. The 3HAC036626-005 wrist unit represents the mature production-generation assembly compatible with IRC5 controller systems. The 3HAC059444-001 and 3HAC059444-002 are sub-assemblies and revision variants within the same wrist module family, introduced to address field feedback on sealing performance and grease retention under high-cycle conditions. Compatibility with RobotWare 5.x and 6.x is confirmed. Customers migrating from IRB2600 (non-ID) to IRB2600ID must verify wrist interface dimensions, as the internal dress routing changes the mechanical envelope at axis 5 and 6.

IRB2600ID Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent the verified component catalog for the ABB IRB2600ID series. Each entry is classified by functional role within the robot architecture.

Process Wrist Assembly

• 3HAC036626-005: IRB2600ID process wrist gearbox assembly, axis 5/6, integrated dress routing, production-generation unit.
• 3HAC059444-001: IRB2600ID wrist sub-assembly revision 1, updated sealing specification for high-cycle arc welding environments.
• 3HAC059444-002: IRB2600ID wrist sub-assembly revision 2, grease retention improvement, direct replacement for -001 in field service.

Upper Arm & Mechanical Structure

• 3HAC028357-001: IRB2600ID upper arm complete assembly, 1.65 m reach variant, includes internal conduit for dress pack.
• 3HAC028357-002: IRB2600ID upper arm complete assembly, 2.0 m reach variant.
• 3HAC026253-001: Axis 4 gearbox unit for IRB2600ID, flange-mounted, grease-lubricated.
• 3HAC026254-001: Axis 5 gearbox unit, wrist pitch, compatible with ID dress routing architecture.
• 3HAC026255-001: Axis 6 gearbox unit, wrist roll, tool flange interface.

Motors & Drives

• 3HAC17484-1: Axis 1 motor unit, IRB2600/IRB2600ID shared platform, 400V AC servo.
• 3HAC17484-3: Axis 2/3 motor unit, higher torque specification for lower arm axes.
• 3HAC17484-5: Axis 4/5/6 motor unit, compact servo for wrist axes.
• 3HAC14550-2: Resolver unit for axis 1–3, used in conjunction with IRC5 drive modules.

Controller & I/O Interface

• 3HAC025338-001: IRC5 main computer unit (DSQC1000), compatible with IRB2600ID cell configurations.
• 3HAC026254-001: Axis computer board for IRC5 single cabinet, axis 1–6 control.
• 3HAC031670-001: I/O module DSQC652, 16 DI / 16 DO, standard IRC5 I/O expansion for IRB2600ID cells.
• 3HAC044075-001: SafeMove2 board for IRC5, functional safety module for IRB2600ID collaborative zone monitoring.
• 3HAC050363-001: Fieldbus adapter DSQC688, PROFINET device module for IRC5 cabinet integration.

Power Supply & Cabling

• 3HAC024488-001: IRC5 power supply unit, 400–480V input, single cabinet.
• 3HAC031851-001: Manipulator cable harness, IRB2600ID, axis 1–6, internal dress routing compatible.

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete IRB2600ID Parts

The IRB2600ID platform entered its mature lifecycle phase approximately 2018–2020, with ABB Robotics progressively transitioning customers toward the IRB2600ID-15/1.85 and the newer IRB2600ID-8/2.0 variants. However, the installed base of first- and second-generation IRB2600ID units in automotive and heavy process industries remains substantial, and OEM spare parts availability through standard distribution channels has declined. DriveKNMS maintains a dedicated inventory of IRB2600ID wrist assemblies, gearbox units, motor modules, and controller boards sourced through certified secondary market channels. For end-of-life components including early-revision 3HAC036626-series wrist units and legacy IRC5 axis computer boards, DriveKNMS provides cross-reference verification, revision compatibility checks, and documented traceability records. Customers operating IRB2600ID robots beyond the standard 12-year service lifecycle can contact DriveKNMS for long-term maintenance agreements covering periodic wrist overhaul kits and gearbox exchange programs.

Quality Control for the IRB2600ID Range

IRB2600ID wrist assemblies present specific inspection challenges due to the integrated internal dress routing conduit, which passes through the wrist housing and must be verified for mechanical integrity alongside the gearbox function. DriveKNMS applies the following test protocol to all IRB2600ID wrist components prior to dispatch: (1) Visual inspection of wrist housing for casting cracks, thread damage at tool flange, and conduit entry/exit integrity. (2) Backlash measurement at axis 5 and axis 6 output flanges using calibrated dial gauge, compared against ABB service manual tolerance tables. (3) Grease condition assessment — contaminated or degraded grease is fully purged and replaced with ABB-specified LGEP 2 or equivalent. (4) Seal integrity pressure test on internal conduit routing to confirm no cross-contamination path between grease cavity and cable channel. (5) Functional rotation test across full axis range (axis 5: ±120°, axis 6: ±400°) under no-load conditions. All units are issued with a DriveKNMS inspection certificate referencing the specific 3HAC part number and revision level.