The new small but powerful collaborative robot from Fanuc

Fanuc is launching its new CR-14iA/L collaborative robot, the latest in the series of green robots (the sixth in the CR range) that combines the features of the smaller CR-7iA with those of the larger CR-15iA.

The innovative system was developed to handle payloads of up to 14 kg with a reach of up to 820 mm (maximum reach 911 mm with a payload of 12 kg), and is equipped with highly sensitive sensors to meet all safety specifications in keeping with the Safety First concept that is so important to the Japanese company.

The heavier payloads are achieved with slightly modified mechanics and slightly adapted software parameters. The repeatability of the six-axis robot is ±0.01 mm. The design of the gripper and the shape of the easy-to-use workpiece allow for maximum speeds of 500 mm/s. The robot is controlled by the R-30iB Plus controller in the Mate Cabinet version.

The kinematics and flexibility of the slim-profile CR-14iA/L mean that it is ideal for use in limited spaces and can work close to the robot base. It is also highly versatile for a range of industrial applications such as when loading and unloading machines. The combination of the CR-14iA/L with a mobile platform has already been achieved and introduced in Japan. A combination of Fanuc robots with multiple mobile platforms (AGV) is planned for the European market and will open up new opportunities for use in manufacturing and logistics.