Learn FANUC-TP-KAREL with Real Code Examples

TP allows operators to program robots interactively using the teach pendant interface.

Karel provides a procedural programming language for writing sophisticated robot programs.

Supports motion commands, I/O operations, and process control.

Enables integration with sensors, conveyors, and other automation equipment.

Widely used in manufacturing, CNC, and industrial automation applications.

TP commands for motion, I/O, and tool control

Karel statements for logic, arithmetic, and program flow

Variables, arrays, and constants in Karel

Subprograms and modular program structure

Built-in functions for sensors and communication

Joint and Cartesian robot motion

Tool and work offsets

I/O signal mapping

Karel program structure: main, subprograms, variables

Conditional execution, loops, and event handling

Main TP routine

Karel subprograms for complex logic

I/O and sensor mapping files

Robot configuration and offsets

Documentation for operation and maintenance

Plan robot motion and tasks

Write TP program using teach pendant menus

Develop Karel program for complex logic if needed

Simulate and test programs

Deploy program to robot controller for execution

Beginner: simple pick-and-place via TP

Intermediate: conditional sequences and tool control

Advanced: Karel programs integrating sensors and PLC

Expert: full process automation with multiple robots

Architect: complex manufacturing lines with Fanuc robots

TP vs Karel - TP for simple sequences, Karel for complex logic

Karel vs PLC programming - Karel is robot-centric, PLC is line-centric

Fanuc robots vs other brands - TP/Karel only for Fanuc hardware

TP vs manual operation - TP allows repeatable, safe motions

Karel vs standard programming languages - domain-specific for robotics

1980s - Fanuc TP introduced for teach-pendant programming

1990s - Karel language added for high-level logic

2000s - Expanded I/O and sensor integration

2010s - ROBOGUIDE simulation and offline programming support

2020 - Modern controller updates and safety integration

2025 - Current versions supporting latest Fanuc robot lines

TP - Teach Pendant, interactive programming interface

Karel - high-level robot programming language

DO/DI - digital output/input

Subprogram - reusable code block in Karel

Controller - Fanuc robot control hardware