PiPER Mate DIY Kit

$389.00

In stock

AgileX PiPER-compatible leader arm · requires assembly · 6+1 DoF · 400mm reach · 12-bit encoders

Lead Time
This product typically requires 10–14 business days to prepare before shipment.
SKU: 02.09.00000048

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Power Supply Notice

Due to regional differences, the power adapter is not included. Please prepare a compatible power adapter locally before use.

Overview

PiPER-Compatible Teleoperation After the Build

The kit includes 10 3D-printed structural parts and 7 RP6-U15H-M servos for the PiPER Mate. The arm weighs 500g when the build is complete; allow approximately 1–2 hours for hands-on assembly.

100Hz Teleoperation After the Build

When the build is complete, PiPER Mate delivers the same 400mm reach, 6+1 DoF, 100Hz teleoperation, joint mapping, and safety functions listed in the Specification.

LeRobot Compatibility After the Build

After the build, PiPER Mate remains PiPER-compatible and supports LeRobot, ROS 2 Humble, Python SDK workflows, and synchronized gripper control for teleoperation and robot learning.

Complete Tools for the Build

The box includes the required screw kit, threadlocker, woodworking clamps, mouse pad, base plate, UC-01 electronics, DC5521 power adapter cable, servo extension cable, and USB-A to USB-C cable. Follow the assembly guide step by step; no additional tool purchase is needed.

After the Build: Calibration

Before powering on, align each PiPER Mate joint to its zero-position mark by hand.

Open the Web-Based Control Interface and run one-click zero-point calibration.

Jog each joint in small increments to verify direction and range limits before teleoperation or demos.

Development Ecosystem

LeRobot Ecosystem Integration

Officially recognized in the Hugging Face LeRobot ecosystem as a standard teleoperation device. It allows direct collection of Hugging Face-compatible datasets without additional adapter setup, streamlining imitation learning data collection, model training, and real-world deployment for cutting-edge Embodied AI research.
PiPER Mate DIY Kit robot servo image for robotics applications

ROS 2 Support

Publishes standard joint state topics for seamless integration with MoveIt 2, facilitating motion planning and robotics research.

Python SDK

Developer-friendly SDK. Install via pip and start master-slave teleoperation using the documented examples.

Web-Based Control Interface

Browser-based control for real-time teleoperation, joint angle monitoring, one-click zero-point calibration, and PID parameter tuning.

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

All mechanical parts, servos, fasteners and tools required for assembly are included — no extra purchase needed.

PIPER Mate

Qty.

3D-printed structural parts

1

Servos

7

Screws

1

Threadlocker

1

Woodworking Clamps

2

UC-01 PCB

1

DC5521 Power Adapter Cable

1

200mm Servo Extension Cable

1

USB-A to USB-C Cable

1

Mouse Pad

1

Base Plate

1

Specification

 Item

PiPER Mate (DIY Kit)
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 ×7

Protocol Type
UART
Communication Hub
UC-01
Power Supply

12V 3A / DC5521

Weight
500g
Works with ROS 2
Works with Lerobot

CAD Drawings

Documents

Certification

HS Code

9023009000

ECCN Code

EAR99

Country of Origin

China

Certifications

CE, FCC, RoHS

Product SeriesPiPER Mate
Reach 400mm
DOF6+1
Joint RangeJoint 0: ±154° | Joint 1: 0°~195° | Joint 2: -175°~0° | Joint 3: -102°~102° | Joint 4: -142°~142° | Joint 5: ±120°
ServosRP6-U15H-M
Protocol TypeUART
Communication Hub UC-01
Power Supply 12V 3A / DC5521
Weight500g
Works with ROS 2
Works with Lerobot

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Processing Time

In-stock items are usually processed within 1–3 business days after payment is confirmed. DIY Kit orders for the Star Arm 102-HD, 102-FL and PiPER Mate are made to order and typically require 10–14 business days to prepare before shipment.

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