Key takeaways:
Mondragon’s LU10000 and LU6000 layup systems share similar technical specifications and module format compatibility
The newer LU10000 achieves higher throughput through a shorter cycle time compared with the earlier LU6000 model
Both systems use a 6-axis robotic vacuum arm to place strings and even support multi-cut cell formats within modules up to 2,500 × 1,400 mm
Mondragon has provided data for 2 of its auto layup models for TaiyangNews’ Market Survey on Solar Module Production Equipment 2026. The first one is a very recent model, LU10000, introduced in 2025; and the second, a 2020 model, LU6000. Most of their technical parameters are identical, with the primary difference being the newer model’s higher production capacity. While this suggests that both systems are built on the same underlying platform, it also signifies a notable advancement with the LU10000, which features a shorter 44-second cycle time. This is about half that of its peer, with a 72-second cycle time. This is also reflected in the throughput, specified as 1,000 strings per hour for LU10000 and 600 strings per hour for LU6000.
The remaining specifications for both systems are the same. Both models can lay up 12 strings with half-cells or 6 strings with full-cells. The company states that these systems can lay up other formats upon request. The number of half-cells per string is usually between 8 and 13, whereas the number of full cells does not jump by a factor of 2, with values given as 9 to 12. The 2 models can lay up a maximum panel size of 2,500 × 1,400 mm.
The equipment is compatible with the in-house MTS6000XL and also with third-party stringers. The layup systems use a 6-axis robotic vacuum arm to pick and place the strings, with a positioning accuracy of ±0.5 mm. Mondragon says that the tool set is compatible with all types of strings using multi-cut cell designs, within the maximum module dimensions of 2,500 × 1,400 mm. These systems also include a string-flipping mechanism before post-layup auto-edge taping. Even the footprint of these 2 tools is the same, measuring 6,500 × 5,500 × 3,000 mm, and the same weight of 3,600 kg.
The text is an edited excerpt from TaiyangNews’ latest Market Survey on Solar Module Production Equipment 2026, which can be downloaded for free here.
