PiPER Mate Leader Arm
Price range: $359.00 through $399.00
A 6+1 DoF leader arm that controls an AgileX PiPER follower in real time, with the same joint layout and proportions.
100Hz teleoperation, full metal housing coreless servo joints and a 12-bit encoder on each joint.
Joint positions are converted into PiPER control commands automatically, so pairing it with an existing PiPER needs no extra setup.
It runs on LeRobot, ROS 2 and the Python SDK — available fully assembled or as a DIY kit.
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Overview
Multi-Platform Control Support
High-Frequency Real-Time Teleoperation
Intelligent Joint Mapping
Integrated Safety Protection
Synchronized Gripper Control
Media Gallery
Development Ecosystem
LeRobot Ecosystem Integration
ROS 2 Support
Python SDK
Web-Based Control Interface
Assembled or DIY Kit
Fully Assembled is ready to use and costs $415 including assembly, while DIY Kit is supplied as parts for self-assembly at $389, saving $26. Fully Assembled is for plug-and-play use; DIY Kit is for teaching and hands-on practice.
Applications
Classroom Robotics
Hands-on robotic arm demos for university courses — students learn kinematics, control theory, and motion planning with real hardware. The PiPER Mate DIY kit turns assembly into a hands-on module — students build the arm before running teleoperation and control labs.
AI Trajectory Collection
Batch-collect high-quality motion data for imitation learning and reinforcement learning — 12-bit encoders deliver clean, jitter-free trajectories. Assembling and calibrating PiPER Mate helps students understand joint mapping and zero-positions, keeping 100Hz trajectories clean.
Teleoperation Retrofit
Upgrade existing lab robotic arms with a low-cost leader-follower system — no full hardware replacement needed. Build the PiPER Mate leader from the kit to pair with existing PiPER-compatible systems at low cost.
Maker & STEM Demos
Interactive robot demos for maker spaces, science fairs, and public outreach — engaging, safe, and easy to set up. The from-parts build works as a workshop activity, with makers assembling the leader before live demos.
Algorithm Prototyping
Single-operator teleoperation for rapid validation of grasping, path planning, and AI robotics algorithms. Budget-limited teams can start with the PiPER Mate kit and scale up with assembled units later.
Part List
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PIPER Mate |
Qty. |
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PIPER Mate |
1 |
Specification
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Item |
PIPER Mate |
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Reach |
400mm |
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DOF |
6+1 |
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Joint Range |
Joint 0: ±154° | Joint 1: 0°~195° | Joint 2: -175°~0° | Joint 3: -102°~102° | Joint 4: -142°~142° | Joint 5: ±120° |
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Servos |
RP6-U15H-M |
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Protocol Type |
UART |
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Communication Hub |
UC-01 |
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Power Supply |
12V 3A |
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Weight |
500g |
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Works with ROS 2 |
✓ |
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Works with Lerobot |
✓ |
CAD Drawings
Documents
Certification
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HS Code |
9023009000 |
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ECCN Code |
EAR99 |
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Country of Origin |
China |
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Certifications |
CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Product Series | PiPER Mate |
|---|---|
| Reach | 400mm |
| DOF | 6+1 |
| Joint Range | Joint 0: ±154° | Joint 1: 0°~195° | Joint 2: -175°~0° | Joint 3: -102°~102° | Joint 4: -142°~142° | Joint 5: ±120° |
| Servos | RP6-U15H-M |
| Protocol Type | UART |
| Communication Hub | UC-01 |
| Power Supply | 12V 3A / DC5521 |
| Weight | 500g |
| Works with ROS 2 | ✓ |
| Works with Lerobot | ✓ |
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