KUKA Robots

for Low Payloads

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Making light work of it all.

KUK A YOUR STRONG PARTNER.

KUKAs low payload category

Quality made German robots built with the utmost
commitment to our customers needs. KUKA has been
the basis for decades of exceptional technology helping
from 6 kg to 20 kg.
companies to achieve process optimization. We were KUKA robots with low payloads demonstrate unique strengths in bonding,
the pioneers in the world of robotics, and now are sealing, foaming and all tasks requiring high path accuracy. In arc welding,
KUKA robots for low payloads boast the best acceleration values on the
global leader in innovation. Our passion is finding
market. Even light work such as component testing, small-part assembly or
future-oriented solutions to make even complex grinding, polishing, assembly as well as machine loading and unloading
automation tasks simple. Whatever your application are in the best of hands when performed by KUKA robots of the low payload
no matter the difficulty you can implement it with category. With optimal reach and payload coverage, this range of robots
offers a level of performance that is hard to beat.
KUKA. Thanks to experienced KUKA system partners
we are able to provide robotic solutions industry-
wide. We strive to turn your ideas into reality. Use our
experience to drive your success.

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Designed for highly efficient automation.

The robots of the low payload category.
Product overview
Reach
1 2 1 KR 6-2 (A)
Robot  KR 6-2  KR 6 R1820 (B)
 KR 6 R1820  2,100 mm O KR 6 R1820 arc HW (C)
 KR 6 R1820 arc HW  KR 8 R1620 (D)
 KR 8 R1620  KR 8 R1620 arc HW (E)
2,000 mm L
KR 8 R1620 arc HW  KR 8 R1420 arc HW (F)

KR 10 R1420 (G)
 KR 8 R1420 arc HW  J KR 16-2 (H)
1,900 mm
 KR 10 R1420  KR 16 L6-2 (J)
 KR 16-2  KR 16 arc HW (K)
1,800 mm B C N KR 16 L8 arc HW (L)
 KR 16 L6-2 
KR 20-3 (M)
 KR 16 arc HW 
 KR 16 L8 arc HW  1,700 mm KR 16-2 KS (N)
 KR 20-3  K
KR 16 L6-2 KS (O)
Controller  KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2, KR C4  1,600 mm A D E H M
Teach pendant  KUKA smartPAD 
2 Streamlined wrist
1,500 mm design for high
accessibility, even in
F G confined spaces.
1,400 mm
0 kg 4 kg 6 kg 8 kg 10 kg 14 kg 16 kg 20 kg Payload
IDEAL DESIGN [+]

[+] LOW MAINTENANCE

Advantages and functions

EXTREMELY FLEXIBLE [+]
IDEAL DESIGN. Even with compact dimensions, KUKA robots always offer an optimal balance of
space requirements, reach, weight, speed and energy consumption. For the best possible results
in virtually every application.

ROBUST [+] [+] QUALITY MEETING GERMAN STANDARDS LOW MAINTENANCE. KUKA robots offer the longest maintenance intervals on the market,
at around 20,000 operating hours, thus ensuring maximum productivity.

EXTREMELY FLEXIBLE. The type, variant and equipment diversity of KUKA robots in the low
payload category means that there are no limits to the potential applications.

ROBUST. A design that is low in weight and streamlined but uncompromisingly engineered for
durability. KUKA robots remain reliable partners under extreme conditions for years to come.

99.995 % AVAILABILITY [+] [+] PATH ACCURACY QUALITY MEETING GERMAN STANDARDS. With a KUKA robot, you always get a product characterized
by unique quality and performance. Tested extensively in accordance with German standards.

PATH ACCURACY. KUKA robots set standards with their unparalleled precision in tasks such as
welding, bonding and sealing, while attaining utmost repeatability and unbeatable cycle times.

99.995% AVAILABILITY. A KUKA robot runs in continuous operation. This offers additional security
for sustainable planning and cost estimation.
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KR 6- 2
Work envelope1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 6-2  2,026 mm  2,412 mm  1,611 mm  1,081 mm  530 mm  1,027 mm  670 mm  14.5 m3

RELIABLE PLANNING. Low disruptive contours and streamlined
design offer outstanding accessibility, even in confined
158
G spaces.

FLEXIBLE. Variable installation variants offer high flexibility

+154 158
-130 G for different applications.
35
VERSATILE. Large number of application-specific variants
+154
-130 allow flexible range of applications.
680

35
A

-155
DURABLE. Robustness and reliability is the outcome of

B
experience from 15,000 systems sold.
1320

675 680

+35
A

-155

B
1320

+35
675

KR 6 -2
260
Max. reach  1,611 mm
F E D Rated payload  6 kg
C Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10//20 kg
260
Maximum total load  36 kg
F E D Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
Number of axes  6
C
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall
Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  235 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

-185
Range of motion payload 6 kg

Axis 1 (A1)  + / -185  156/s

-185 Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  156/s
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-130  156/s
C
Axis 4 (A4)  + / -350  343/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  362/s
Axis 6 (A6)  + / -350  659/s
C

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 65

+185 Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65

+185 Controller

 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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KR CYBERTECH nano: KR 6 R1820

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 6 R1820   22.97 m3
PERFECTED FOR HANDLING & ASSEMBLY. Fast and
incredibly agile with the utmost precision. Down to the
very last detail, KR CYBERTECH nano robots are designed
as high-end handling robots.

37
COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume

+1
1
7-

63
+1
13 with greater payload capacity and longer reach.

20

- 80

63

20

80 KR CYBERTECH nano robots are able to work in

confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.

2120
2120
810

-1
85
MINIMIZED INTERFERENCE RADIUS. The most streamlined
810

-1

86
1260

85
R
in-line wrist in its payload category. With an interference

86
1260

3265
R

3265
radius of just 67mm, the KR CYBERTECH nano robots have
450

set a new global benchmark.

5
+6
450

5
+6

MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With its very large working

480,8
480.8

150
envelope to the rear and long downward reach,
150 KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces- KR 6 R1820
sible to conventional robots.
Max. reach  1,820 mm
BEST-IN-CLASS REPEATABILITY. Besides many other Rated payload  6 kg
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
1520 421 innovative technical details, the KR CYBERTECH nano
Maximum total load  16 kg
1520 421 robots impress with a repeatability of 0.04 mm. Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
1820
1820 Number of axes  6
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any Variant 
other angle. All KR CYBERTECH nano robots are suitable Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx  160 kg
for every installation position in their standard versions
without requiring extras.
Axis data/
Range of motion

Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170

Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
- 170 0
82 Axis 3 (A3)  +163/-137
- 170 R201
R 18 Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 185
Axis 5 (A5)  +/- 120
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350

Operating conditions
+ 170
+ 170 Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
 KUKA smartPAD
or omissions. High Protection
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KR CYBERTECH ARC nano: KR 6 R1820 arc HW

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 6 R1820 arc HW   23.19 m3

PERFECTED FOR CONTINUOUS-PATH MOTION.
Extremely high path accuracy and speed with new
controller structures. KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots
were created for path applications at the very highest
80 level even deep inside the workpieces.
840
20
-1
200

COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume

with greater payload capacity and longer reach.
KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are able to work in

+1

2123
confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.

80

810

- 18
86 MINIMIZED DISRUPTIVE CONTOUR. The KR CYBERTECH ARC nano
1260

3271
is characterized by a streamlined arm/wrist design, a mini-
mized disruptive contour of axis 2 and optimal integration
450

5 of the welding equipment.

+6
484

MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With a very large working KR 6 R1820 arc HW

150 envelope to the rear and long downward reach,
KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces- Max. reach  1,821 mm
sible to conventional robots. Rated payload  6 kg
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
Maximum total load  16 kg
FUNCTIONAL WRIST. 50 mm hollow-shaft wrist with a Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
1523 352
reduced wrist diameter of only 150.2mm. Hollow axis 6 Hollow shaft in the wrist flange  50 mm
1823.5 is capable of infinite rotation and the main axis motion Number of axes  6
is reduced, allowing extremely short cycle times Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
combined with utmost motion precision. Particularly Variant 
Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
where reaching backward is concerned or moving up
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  180 kg
very close to the workpieces.
Axis data/
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance Range of motion
when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any
other angle. All KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170
suitable for every installation position in their standard Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
- 170 3.5 Axis 3 (A3)  +180/-120
82 versions without requiring extras.
R1 Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 165
Axis 5 (A5)  + 140/ -150
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350

Operating conditions

+ 170
Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
 KUKA smartPAD
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
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KR CYBERTECH nano: KR 8 R1620

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 8 R1620   15.93 m3
PERFECTED FOR HANDLING & ASSEMBLY. Fast and
incredibly agile with the utmost precision. Down to
the very last detail, KR CYBERTECH nano robots are
designed as high-end handling robots.

+1
37 80
-1

65
COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume

20

with greater payload capacity and longer reach.

+1
37 80 KR CYBERTECH nano robots are able to work in
-1

65

1920

20

-1
85
confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.
810

83
1260

1920
MINIMIZED INTERFERENCE RADIUS. The most streamlined

2865
-1
85
810

in-line wrist in its payload category. With an interference

83
450
1260

radius of just 67mm, the KR CYBERTECH nano robots have

5
R

+6

2865
set a new global benchmark.
450

5
+6

MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With its very large working

280.9

150
envelope to the rear and long downward reach,
KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces- KR 8 R1620
sible to conventional robots.
280.9

150
Max. reach  1,620 mm
1320 431 Rated payload  8 kg
BEST-IN-CLASS REPEATABILITY. Besides many other
1620 Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
innovative technical details, the KR CYBERTECH nano Maximum total load  18 kg
1320 431 robots impress with a repeatability of 0.04 mm. Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
1620 Number of axes  6
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any Variant 
Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
other angle. All KR CYBERTECH nano robots are suitable
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  155 kg
for every installation position in their standard versions
without requiring extras.
Axis data/
Range of motion

Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170

- 170 0
62 Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
R1
Axis 3 (A3)  +163/-137
Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 185
- 170 6 20
R1 Axis 5 (A5)  +/- 120
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350

+ 170 Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

+ 170

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
 KUKA smartPAD
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions. High Protection
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KR CYBERTECH ARC nano: KR 8 R1620 arc HW

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 8 R1620 arc HW   15.97 m3

PERFECTED FOR CONTINUOUS-PATH MOTION.
Extremely high path accuracy and speed with new
controller structures. KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots
630 were created for path applications at the very highest
80 level even deep inside the workpieces.
630
80
20
COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume
200

-1
with greater payload capacity and longer reach.

20 KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are able to work in
200

-1
confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.

+1

1921
80

810

MINIMIZED DISRUPTIVE CONTOUR.

+1

1921
80

- 18
86 The KR CYBERTECH ARC nano is characterized by a
1260

810

2866
- 18
86
streamlined arm/wrist design, a minimized disrup-
1260

R
tive contour of axis 2 and optimal integration of
5

2866
450

5
the welding equipment.
+6
450

KR 8 R1620 arc HW
282

+6

MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With a very large working

282

150 envelope to the rear and long downward reach, Max. reach  1,621 mm
KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces- Rated payload  8 kg
150
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
sible to conventional robots.
Maximum total load  18 kg
Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
1521 419 FUNCTIONAL WRIST. 50 mm hollow-shaft wrist with a Hollow shaft in the wrist flange  50 mm
reduced wrist diameter of only 150.2mm. Hollow axis 6 Number of axes  6
1521 419 1621
is capable of infinite rotation and the main axis motion Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
1621 is reduced, allowing extremely short cycle times Variant 
Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
combined with utmost motion precision. Particularly
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  175 kg
where reaching backward is concerned or moving up
very close to the workpieces.
Axis data/
Range of motion
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance
when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170
Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
other angle. All KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are
Axis 3 (A3)  +180/-120
suitable for every installation position in their standard Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 165
- 170
62
1 versions without requiring extras. Axis 5 (A5)  + 140/ -150
R1
- 170 21
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350
R 16

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

+ 170

+ 170 Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
 KUKA smartPAD
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
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KR CYBERTECH ARC nano: KR 8 R1420 arc HW

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 8 R1420 arc HW   10.68 m3

PERFECTED FOR CONTINUOUS-PATH MOTION.
Extremely high path accuracy and speed with new
630
controller structures. KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots
80 were created for path applications at the very highest
level even deep inside the workpieces.

20
200

-1 630 COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume

80 with greater payload capacity and longer reach.

+1
KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are able to work in

80

1721
confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.
610

20
200

-1

-1
87

85
R
1060

2485
MINIMIZED DISRUPTIVE CONTOUR.
+1
The KR CYBERTECH ARC nano is characterized by a
80
450

1721
+6
streamlined arm/wrist design, a minimized disrup-
610

-1

87 tive contour of axis 2 and optimal integration of

85
264

R
1060

2485
the welding equipment.
150
450

KR 8 R1420 arc HW
5
+6

MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With a very large working

envelope to the rear and long downward reach, Max. reach  1,421 mm
264

1121 351 Rated payload  6 kg

KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces-
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
150 sible to conventional robots.
1421 Maximum total load  16 kg
Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
FUNCTIONAL WRIST. 50 mm hollow-shaft wrist with a Hollow shaft in the wrist flange  50 mm
1121 351
reduced wrist diameter of only 150.2mm. Hollow axis 6 Number of axes  6
is capable of infinite rotation and the main axis motion Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
1421 Variant 
is reduced, allowing extremely short cycle times
Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
combined with utmost motion precision. Particularly
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  165 kg
where reaching backward is concerned or moving up
very close to the workpieces.
Axis data/
Range of motion
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance
when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170
- 170 21 Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
R1
4 other angle. All KR CYBERTECH ARC nano robots are
Axis 3 (A3)  +180/-120
suitable for every installation position in their standard Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 165
versions without requiring extras. Axis 5 (A5)  + 140/ -150
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350
- 170 1
42
R1
Operating conditions
+ 170

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

Protection rating
+ 170
Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
 KUKA smartPAD
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
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KR CYBERTECH nano: KR 10 R1420

Work envelope Volume Features and advantages

KR 10 R1420   10.64 m3
PERFECTED FOR HANDLING & ASSEMBLY. Fast and
660 incredibly agile with the utmost precision. Down to the
very last detail, KR CYBERTECH nano robots are designed
as high-end handling robots.

37

+1
-1 660 COMPACT DESIGN. Significantly reduced volume

65
20

80
with greater payload capacity and longer reach.
KR CYBERTECH nano robots are able to work in

1720
-1
37
confined spaces at and in machines or workpieces.
20 610

85
+1
-1 .2

83

65
R
1060

80

2483
MINIMIZED INTERFERENCE RADIUS. The most streamlined
in-line wrist in its payload category. With an interference

1720
450

5
-1
radius of just 67mm, the KR CYBERTECH nano robots have
610

+6
85
.2

83 set a new global benchmark.
R
1060

2483
MAXIMUM WORKSPACE. With its very large working
450
263.5

150
5

envelope to the rear and long downward reach,

+6

KR CYBERTECH nano robots can work in areas inacces- KR 10 R1420

sible to conventional robots.
1120 363 Max. reach  1,420 mm
263.5

150 Rated payload  10 kg

BEST-IN-CLASS REPEATABILITY. Besides many other
1420 Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/0/0 kg
innovative technical details, the KR CYBERTECH nano
Maximum total load  20 kg
robots impress with a repeatability of 0.04 mm. Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
1120 363
Number of axes  6
FLEXIBILITY IN ANY POSITION. Exceptional performance Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall, angle
1420 when installed on the floor, wall or ceiling, or at any Variant 
Robot footprint  260 mm x 260 mm
other angle. All KR CYBERTECH nano robots are suitable
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  145 kg
for every installation position in their standard versions
without requiring extras.
Axis data/
Range of motion

Axis 1 (A1)  +/- 170

Axis 2 (A2)  +65/-185
- 170 0 Axis 3 (A3)  +163/-137
42
R1 Axis 4 (A4)  +/- 185
Axis 5 (A5)  +/- 120
Axis 6 (A6)  +/- 350

- 170 0
42 Operating conditions
R1

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +45 C

+ 170

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

+ 170

Controller

 KR C4 compact, KR C4 smallsize-2

Teach pendant
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
 KUKA smartPAD
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions. High Protection
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KR 16-2
Work envelope 1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16-2  2,026 mm  2,412 mm  1,611 mm  1,081 mm  530 mm  1,027 mm  670 mm  14.5 m3

RELIABLE PLANNING. Low disruptive contours and streamlined
design offer outstanding accessibility, even in confined
spaces.
158
G
FLEXIBLE. Variable installation variants offer high flexibility
158
for different applications.
+154
-130 G

VERSATILE. Large number of application-specific variants

35

+154 allows flexible range of applications.

-130

DURABLE. Robustness and reliability is the outcome of

35
680
A

-155
experience from 15,000 systems sold.

B
1320

HEAT-RESISTANT. Available in the Foundry variant for

675 680
A

+35
-155
operation with die-casting machines and other working

B
1320

environments with high temperatures. KR 16-2

+35
675

Max. reach  1,611 mm

260 Rated payload  16 kg
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/variabel/20 kg
F E D Maximum total load  46 kg
260 C Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
Number of axes  6
F E D Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall
Variant  ,
C
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  235 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 16 kg

-185 Axis 1 (A1)  + / -185  156/s

Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  156/s
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-130  156/s
-185 Axis 4 (A4)  + / -350  330/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  330/s
C
Axis 6 (A6)  + / -350  615/s

Operating conditions
C

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 65

Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65
Protection rating, foundry in-line wrist  IP 67
+185

Controller
+185
 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions. Variant for cleanrooms
 KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5. Variant for environments with a high degree of fouling and high temperatures
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KR 16 L6-2
Work envelope1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16 L6-2  2,326 mm  3,011 mm  1,911 mm  1,206 mm  705 mm  1,327 mm  970 mm  24 m3

LONG REACH. Extension of the usable workspace, compared
G
115
with that of the KR 16 L6-2, with a 300mm arm extension.

G
115 FLEXIBLE. Variable installation variants offer high flexibility
-130 for different applications.
+154
35
-130 SPACE-OPTIMIZED. Low disruptive contours of the robot and
+154
streamlined design of the wrist ensure high accessibility,
35
A

even in confined spaces.

680

-155
A

SECURITY OF INVESTMENT. Model from the tried-and-tested,

B
680
1320

-155
modular range of standard KR 16 L6-2 robots ensuring

B
+35 planning security, high quality and availability.
1320

675

+35
675

260 KR 16 L6-2

E D Max. reach  1,911 mm

260
Rated payload  6 kg
E D Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10//20 kg
Maximum total load  36 kg
F C Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
Number of axes  6
F C Mounting position  Floor, ceiling, wall
Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  240 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 6 kg
-185

Axis 1 (A1)  + / -185  156/s

-185
Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  156/s
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-130  156/s
C Axis 4 (A4)  + / -350  335/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  335/s
C Axis 6 (A6)  + / -350  647/s

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 65

Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65
+185

+185 Controller

 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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+154

KR 16 arc HW -120
200

170
Work envelope1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16 arc HW  2,051 mm  2,462 mm  1,636 mm  904 mm  732 mm  1,052 mm  675 mm  15.44 m3

SPECIALIZED. Ideally designed robot for arc welding
680
A

-155
applications with a payload of 16kg and a reach of up

B
to 1,636mm.
1355

5 G

+154
+35 PROTECTED. 58 mm opening in the arm and wrist allows the
675

arc welding dress package to be routed in the protective

-120 interior of the arm.
200

FLEXIBLE. Both torsion-type dress packages and infinitely

170

F 260 rotating arc welding dress packages are possible for better
component accessibility and simplified offline programming.
680

E D
A

-155 SPACE-OPTIMIZED. Low disruptive contours of the robot and

B
C the streamlined design of the wrist ensure high accessibility,
1355

even in confined spaces.

+35 KR 16 arc HW
675

Max. reach  1,636 mm

Rated payload  16 kg
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  12//20 kg
Maximum total load  48 kg
F 260 Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
Hollow shaft in the wrist flange  50 mm
E D
Number of axes  6
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling
C Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  245 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 16 kg
-185
Axis 1 (A1)  + / -185  200/s
Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  200/s
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-120  195/s
Axis 4 (A4)  + / -165  370/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  310/s
Axis 6 (A6) Infinitely rotating  610/s

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +10 C to +55 C

Protection rating
C

-185
Protection rating, robot  IP 54
Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 54

Controller
+185

 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
C

Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.

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KR 16 L8 arc HW G

Work envelope1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions

+154 E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16 L8 arc HW  2,430 mm  3,220 mm  2,016 mm  1,105 mm  910 mm  1,431 mm  1,062 mm  29.2 m3

-120 200 SPECIALIZED. Ideally designed robot for arc welding
G
applications with a payload of 8kg and a reach of up to
2,016mm.
170
A

PROTECTED. 50 mm opening in the arm and wrist allows the

680

+154
1355 -155 arc welding dress package to be routed in the protective
interior of the arm.

B
1355

-120 200

+35 FLEXIBLE. Both torsion-type dress packages and infinitely

675
170

rotating arc welding dress packages are possible for better

component accessibility and simplified offline programming.
A

680

1355 260
-155
SPACE-OPTIMIZED. Low disruptive contours of the robot and

B
the streamlined design of the wrist ensure high accessibility,
1355

even in confined spaces.

+35
675

KR 16 L8 arc HW
F E D

Max. reach  2,016 mm

C
260 Rated payload  8 kg
Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  12//20 kg
Maximum total load  40 kg
Pose repeatability  0.04 mm
Hollow shaft in the wrist flange  50 mm
F E D Number of axes  6
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling
C Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  240 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 8 kg

-185 Axis 1 (A1)  + / -185  127/s

Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  130/s
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-120  125/s
Axis 4 (A4)  + / -165  315/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -140  320/s
Axis 6 (A6) Infinitely rotating  680/s

Operating conditions
-185

Ambient temperature  +10 C to +55 C

C

Protection rating

Protection rating, robot  IP 54

Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 54

+185
Controller
C

 KR C4

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Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions. +185
 KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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KR 20-3
Work envelope 1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 20-3  2,026 mm  2,412 mm  1,611 mm  1,081 mm  530 mm  1,027 mm  670 mm  14.5 m3

RELIABLE PLANNING. Low disruptive contours and streamlined
158
G design offer outstanding accessibility, even in confined
spaces.
+154
-130 158 FLEXIBLE. Variable installation variants offer high flexibility
G
for different applications.
35

+154 VERSATILE. Large number of application-specific variants

-130
allows flexible range of applications.
680
A

-155
35

B
DURABLE. Robustness and reliability is the outcome of
1320

+35 experience from 15,000 systems sold.

680
675
A

-155

B
1320

+35
675

260 KR 20-3

F E D
Max. reach  1,611 mm
C Rated payload  20 kg
260 Rated suppl. load, arm  10 kg
Maximum total load  30 kg
F E D Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
C Number of axes  6
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling
Variant 
Robot footprint  580 mm x 580 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  254 kg

-185
Axis data/ Speed with rated
Range of motion payload 20 kg

Axis 1 (A1)  +/-185  156/s

-185 Axis 2 (A2)  +35/-155  156/s
C
Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-130  156/s
Axis 4 (A4)  +/-350  330/s
Axis 5 (A5)  +/-130  332/s
Axis 6 (A6)  +/-350  616/s
C

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating
+185
Protection rating, robot  IP 65
Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65

+185 Controller

 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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KUKA shelf-mounted robots

for low payloads.
Product overview
Reach
1 2 1 KR 6-2 (A)
Robot  KR 16-2 KS  KR 6 R1820 (B)
 KR 16 L6-2 KS  2,100 mm O KR 6 R1820 arc HW (C)
Controller  KR C4  KR 8 R1620 (D)
Teach pendant  KUKA smartPAD  KR 8 R1620 arc HW (E)
2,000 mm L KR 8 R1420 arc HW (F)
KR 10 R1420 (G)
J KR 16-2 (H)
1,900 mm
KR 16 L6-2 (J)
KR 16 arc HW (K)
1,800 mm B C N 3 KR 16 L8 arc HW (L)
KR 20-3 (M)
[+] VERSATILE 1,700 mm KR 16-2 KS (N)
K KR 16 L6-2 KS (O)
FAST [+] 1,600 mm A D E H M
2 Axis located further
forward for enlarging the
1,500 mm workspace downward

3 Large work envelope,

1,400 mm F G
RELIABLE PLANNING [+] low base frame, small
footprint
0 kg 4 kg 6 kg 8 kg 10 kg 14 kg 16 kg 20 kg Payload

[+] LIGHT Advantages and functions

VERSATILE. The intelligent payload and reach intervals allow simple, reliable planning. KUKA also offers
shelf-mounted robots covering a payload range from 16 kg to 270 kg.

[+] DEEP REACH LIGHT. KUKA shelf-mounted robots stand out for their low weight. They can be installed directly on
machines with minimum effort, while saving space.

DEEP REACH. KUKA shelf-mounted robots are designed for an especially large downward reach, optimum
access the workspace from above. Due to their low height, they require little space above the
robot base.

FAST. Lightweight, KUKA shelf-mounted robots achieve high dynamic performance and very short cycle
times. Enabling higher productivity and cost-effectiveness with rapid payback.

RELIABLE PLANNING. Each KUKA robot family shares an identical mounting base hole pattern. This allows
different shelf-mounted robots to be used on machines of different sizes without any additional planning
measures.
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KR 16-2 KS
Work envelope 1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16-2 KS  1,576 mm  2,691 mm  1,801 mm  1,081 mm  720 mm  453 mm  670 mm  12 m3

G VERSATILE. The intelligent payload and reach intervals allow
115 simple, reliable planning. KUKA also offers shelf-mounted
G robots covering a payload range from 16 kg to 270 kg.
115

-130
+154
LIGHT. KUKA shelf-mounted robots stand out for their low
35

weight; can be installed directly on machines with minimum

-130
880
+154 effort, while saving space.
35
A

-110
680

880
DEEP REACH. KUKA shelf-mounted robots are designed for an
880
A

-110
especially large downward reach, optimum access the work-
680

B
880

space from above. Due to their low height, they require little
space above the robot base.

B
+80
235

+80
FAST. Lightweight, KUKA shelf-mounted robots achieve high dy-
235

namic performance and very short cycle times. Enabling higher

productivity and cost-effectiveness with rapid payback.
KR 16 -2 KS
RELIABLE PLANNING. Each KUKA robot family shares an
F 450
identical mounting base hole pattern. This allows different Max. reach  1,801 mm
E D shelf-mounted robots to be used on machines of different Rated payload  16 kg
F 450 Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10//20 kg
C sizes without any additional planning measures.
E D Maximum total load  46 kg
Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
C
Number of axes  6
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling
Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  245 kg

-114 Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 16 kg
-114
Axis 1 (A1)  + / -114  120/s
Axis 2 (A2)  +80/-110  156/s
Axis 3 (A3) +154/-130 156/s
C

 
Axis 4 (A4)  + / -350  330/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  332/s
C

Axis 6 (A6)  +/-350  616/s

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating

+114 Protection rating, robot  IP 65

Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65
+114

Controller

 KR C4

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
Teach pendant
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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KR 16 L6 -2 KS
Work envelope1) Dimensions A Dimensions B Dimensions C Dimensions D Dimensions E Dimensions F Dimensions G Volume Features and advantages

KR 16 L6-2 KS  1,876 mm  3,291 mm  2,101 mm  1,210 mm  891 mm  115 753 mm  970 mm  19 m3

G
LONG REACH. Extend the usable workspace of the KR 16-2 KS,
with a 300 mm arm extension.
115
G

+154
PROCESS-OPTIMIZED. Locating axis 2 further forward enlarges
-130
300 the workspace downward; this makes the robot ideal for
unloading machines.
35
+154
-130
A

300
SPACE-OPTIMIZED. Low disruptive contours of the robot and
-110
streamlined design of the wrist ensure high accessibility, even
35
680
A

in confined spaces.
880

-110

B
680
235
880

B
+80
235

450

E +80 D
450 KR 16 L6-2 KS

E D
Max. reach  2,101 mm
Rated payload  6 kg
403 Rated suppl. load, arm/link arm/rot. column  10/variable/20 kg
Maximum total load  36 kg
F C Pose repeatability  0.05 mm
403 Number of axes  6
Mounting position  Floor
F C
Variant 
Robot footprint  500 mm x 500 mm
Weight (excluding controller), approx.  245 kg

Axis data/ Speed with rated

Range of motion payload 6 kg

Axis 1 (A1)  + / -114  120/s

Axis 2 (A2)  +80/-110  156/s
C

Axis 3 (A3)  +154/-130  156/s

-114 Axis 4 (A4)  + / -350  335/s
Axis 5 (A5)  + / -130  335/s
C

Axis 6 (A6)  + / -350  647/s

-114
Operating conditions

Ambient temperature  +5 C to +55 C

Protection rating
+114
Protection rating, robot  IP 65
Protection rating, in-line wrist  IP 65
+114

Controller

Details provided about the properties and usability of the  KR C4

products are purely for information purposes and do not
constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of
Teach pendant
goods delivered and services performed is determined by the
subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for
errors or omissions.  KUKA smartPAD
1)
Relative to intersection of axes 4/5.
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KL 250 -3
Product overview Advantages and functions

Linear unit  KL 250-3 

Designed for robot category  low payloads 
FLEXIBLE. Long travel extends the work envelope by several
Controller  KR C4  times the reach of the robot.
Teach pendant  KUKA smartPAD 
VERSATILE. Floor-mounted and ceiling-mounted variants are
available, as is a protective cover for keeping out dirt during
tasks in harsh environments.

[+] SPECIALLY FOR LOW PAYLOADS POSITIONALLY ACCURATE. Up to four robots can be operated
on one linear axis. Multiple robot positions on the linear
VERSATILE [+] axis allow optimal adaptation to existing requirements and
workspaces.

PRODUCTIVE. Moving workpieces/tools with additional

carriages, driven or non-driven (tender carriages) helps to
shorten cycle times.

[+] FLEXIBLE SPECIALLY FOR LOW PAYLOADS. This linear unit is suitable
for robots with a payload from 5 to 16 kg.

PRODUCTIVE [+]

[+] POSITIONALLY ACCURATE KL 250-3

Number of carriages  4
Maximum rated travel  30,100 mm
Speed with rated payload  1.46 m/s
Pose repeatability  < 0.02 mm
Number of axes  1
Variant 
Mounting position  Floor, ceiling
Mass of carriage  95 kg
Mass of rated payload  300 kg
Mass of beam per meter  175 kg
Minimum rated travel  1,100 mm
Gradation of rated travel  500 mm
Transmission of force  Rack

Operating conditions Specifications for the mechanical unit

Ambient temperature  +10 C to +55 C

Controller

 KR C4

Teach pendant

 KUKA smartPAD

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.

Covered version
38 \ KUKA Robots for Low Payloads \ KUKA Sy stem Components
An unbeatable team.
Product overview
[+] FASTER AS A TEAM
Robots and other kinematic systems
NO MATTER WHICH ROBOT YOU OPT FOR KUKA OFFERS YOU
THE MATCHING SYSTEM COMPONENTS. KUKA robots embody
all the essential characteristics of future-oriented robot
technology. KUKA robots are more reliable and more flexible
than ever with the ability to master heavy loads and long
reaches with extreme precision. Thanks to an outstanding
availability of nearly 100 %, KUKA robots make the automation
processes easier than ever before.
99.995 %
[+] SAFER AS A TEAM
System controller: KR C4
KR C4 THE CONTROL SYSTEM OF THE FUTURE. More
powerful and safer, with more flexibility. Its open architec-
ture can manage all kinematic systems and even complete
production lines. The KR C4 provides a firm foundation for the
automation of tomorrow. This significantly reduces your costs
in automation for integration and maintenance. At the same
time the long-term efficiency and flexibility of the systems
are increased. The KR C4 gives you the necessary openness
to meet the requirements of tomorrows markets.
AVAIL ABILIT Y. ROBUST AND
LOW ON MAINTENANCE, THIS
UNBEATABLE TEAM WORKS
NON-STOP ON YOUR SUCCESS.
[+] SIMPLER AS A TEAM
Teach pendant: KUKA smartPAD
THE SIMPLEST WAY OF OPERATING ROBOTS. Touch screen.
Graphics support. Flexible interaction. The large touch screen
of the KUKA smartPAD allows operation of both robots and
entire systems, all visually represented on the screen. The
display adapts to show the user only those operator control
elements that are needed at any given moment. Attention
is always focused on what is important, allowing users to
work more intuitively, quickly, easily and efficiently.
39
[+] MORE VERSATILE AS A TEAM
Function and technology packages
AN OPTIMALLY PREPARED, EFFICIENT SOFTWARE SOLUTION
FOR EVERY TASK. KUKA function and technology packages
breathe life into the KUKA robots. They enable them to carry
out particular industry-specific functions within an automa-
tion solution. Gluing, moving, machining, measuring, hand-
ling or working together with humans or other synchronized
robots: KUKA function and technology packages make auto-
mation easy.
40 \ KUKA Robots for Low Payloads \ KUKA Sy stem Components 41

KR C4
The control system of the future

MORE POWERFUL, SAFER, MORE FLEXIBLE, AND MORE INTELLIGENT. The KR C4 has been created for the automation of today
and tomorrow. Thanks to its open architecture it is a master of simple integration. It can communicate in a wide range of
programming languages and is ideally suited to the control of KUKA manipulators. It can carry out a vast range of tasks,
be used for robots of all payload categories, and control entire production lines. With the KR C4 all integrated controllers,
SafetyControl, RobotControl, MotionControl, and LogicControl have a joint database and infrastructure for maximum
performance, scalability, and flexibility.

KR C4 compact KR C4 smallsize-2 KR C4

Dimensions (HxWxD) 271 x 483 x 460 mm Dimensions (HxWxD) 615 x 580 x 540 mm Dimensions (HxWxD) 960 x 792 x 558mm
Processor Multi-core technology Processor Multi-core technology Processor Multi-core technology
Hard drive SSD Hard drive SSD Hard drive SSD
Interface USB3.0, Gb Ethernet, DVI-I Interface USB3.0, Gb Ethernet, DVI-I Interface USB3.0, Gb Ethernet, DVI-I
ALL-ROUNDER [+] Number of axes (max.) 6 + 2 (with add. axis box) Number of axes (max.) 6 + 6 (with add. axis box) Number of axes (max.) 9
Mains frequency 50/60 Hz 1 Hz Mains frequency 50/60 Hz 1 Hz Mains frequency 49to61Hz
[+] COMMUNICATION TALENT Rated supply voltage AC 200 V to 230 V Rated supply voltage AC 3 x 208V to 3 x 575V Rated supply voltage AC 3 x 208V to 3 x 575V
Protection rating IP20 w/o transformer AC 3 x 380/400/440/480V w/o transformer AC 3 x 380/400/440/480V
Ambient temperature +5 C to +45 C Protection rating IP54 Protection rating IP54
Weight 33 kg Ambient temperature +5 C to +45 C Ambient temperature +5C to +45C
UNIVERSAL APPLICATION [+] Weight 60 kg Weight 150 kg

The 19" KR C4 compact controller is ideal
for space-saving installation in customer
enclosures or in small protective housings.
Designed for up to 6 robot axes in the low
[+] ENERGY-EFFICIENT
payload category. Optionally expandable
by up to 2 external axes with a motor
capacity of up to approx. 2 kW.
The universal KRC4 smallsize-2 controller
with protection rating IP54 is designed for
industrial operation of up to 6 robot axes
in the low payload category. Optionally
expandable by up to 6 high-performance
external axes.
The universal KRC4 controller with
protection rating IP54 is designed for
industrial operation of up to 9 robot
axes in the high payload category.

ROBUSTNESS [+]

Features and advantages

The passive heat

ALL-ROUNDER. Safety, Robot, Logic and MotionControl the ROBUSTNESS. The consistent choice of durable components exchange system, with
separate air circulation
KRC4 combines everything in a single controller allowing and well-designed cabinet ensure long-term, reliable in the inner and outer
effortless control of the entire system. operation, even in extreme conditions. zones of the controller,
allows low-maintenance
operation even in dusty
UNIVERSAL APPLICATION. The open architecture of the KRC4 ENERGY-EFFICIENT. The new energy management system environments. Entirely
can control not only KUKA robots but also external axes for allows the energy consumption of the controller to be without filter mats.

maximum flexibility, scalability, performance and openness,
in minimum space.
COMMUNICATION TALENT. In addition to its own robot lan-
guage KRL, the KRC4 understands the language of the CNC
machining world (G-code) and the language of PLCs, enabling
it to communicate directly with your Siemens or Rockwell
controller.
reduced by up to 95 %* in standby mode. The improved coo-
ling concept, combined with a temperature-controlled fan,
further reduces the power dissipation of the controller, while
making operation considerably quieter.
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
* in standby mode and Ecomode. performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
42 \ KUKA Robots for Low Payloads \ KUKA Sy stem Components 43

KUKA smartPAD
2
KUKA smartPAD Making robot operation really easy

TOUCH SCREEN. GRAPHICS SUPPORT. FLEXIBLE INTERACTION. The more diverse the robots abilities become, the greater
the importance of intuitive user interfaces for their operation. The new KUKA smartPAD brilliantly demonstrates on a
large antireflection touch screen just how simple it can be. Intelligent, interactive dialogs provide the user with those
operator control elements that are currently required. This makes work easier, faster, more efficient, and simply smarter
all-round. 1 Simple, intuitive
operator control
via touch screen

2 Ergonomic 6D mouse

[+] INTEGR ATED USB CONNECTION

[+] UNIVERSAL APPLICATION Features and advantages Teach pendant: KUKA smartPAD
ANTIREFLECTION TOUCH DISPL AY [+]
Type KUKA smartPAD
UNIVERSAL APPLICATION. Operate all KUKA robots and KRC4 Display scratch-resistant industrial touch display
controllers with the KUKA smartPAD. Display size 8.4"
ERGONOMICALLY OPTIMIZED [+] Dimensions (W x H x D) 240 x 290 x 50 mm
ANTIREFLECTION TOUCH DISPLAY. Simple operation via the Weight 1,100 g
well-lit 8.4" screen with an intuitive user interface.

ERGONOMICALLY OPTIMIZED. Designed to be user-friendly.

Built for mobility and its lightweight, just 1,100 grams.

HOT-PLUGGABLE. If the KUKA smartPAD is not being used it

can be simply unplugged during ongoing operation and used
with any other KR C4 controller.

INTEGRATED USB CONNECTION. Direct saving and loading

of configurations now possible via USB port on the KUKA
smartPAD.

HAPTIC JOG KEYS. The combination of haptic jog keys and a

[+] HOT-PLUGGABLE
haptically controlled mouse enables intuitive maneuvering
with constant visual contact with the robot.
[+] HAPTIC JOG KE YS

Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
44 \ KUKA Robots for Low Payloads \ KUKA Sy stem Components
KUKA function and technology packages
Function and technology packages for the KRC4
KUKA function and technology packages help you to solve specific automation tasks efficiently with minimum programming.
KUKAs portfolio of software solutions cover nearly all common areas of application. Using these packages our KUKA system
partners implement tailored solutions to meet every customer requirement.
KUKA function and technology packages
KUKA.WorkVisual Engineering environment for all KUKA robots for system configuration, programming, data backup,
diagnosis, and more.
KUKA.Load Supports the evaluation of the load on a KUKA robot or the selection of a suitable robot for a given load.
KUKA.UserTech Fast programming of motion and program sequences using freely definable buttons, input masks and parameter
lists.
KUKA.ExpertTech Faster, simpler programming even for non-experts in KRL code via menu-guided command selection.
KUKA.HMI Zenon Creation of customized, application-specific user interfaces for visualization and operator control without
programming knowledge. Display and operation using the touch panel and keys of the KUKA smartPAD.
KUKA.RemoteView Allows remote access to the robot via a secure Internet connection, thereby offering the possibility of remote
diagnosis or start-up support.
KUKA.VirtualRemotePendant Allows the use of EtherNet communication to run the user interface of the KUKA smartPAD on an
external PC and to operate the robot.
KUKA.RobotSensorInterface Supports simple and flexible interfacing with sensors in the KRC4. It is also possible to integrate a number
of channels with hard real-time requirements.
KUKA.VisionTech onBoard vision system including image processing, camera and sensors. Extensive configuration options KUKA.EtherNet KRL
enable the flexible use of the robot in an unstructured environment. . function here both as a client and as a server.
KUKA.ConveyorTech Organizes the cooperation of robots and conveyors. Allows efficient, dynamic handling of parts, even for
complex applications.
KUKA.ForceTorqueControl Takes account of process forces and torques exerted on the workpiece during machining, and controls
and adjusts these as specified in the program sequence. In applications such as grinding, polishing,
bending or even assembly, this technology package is an indispensable help.
KUKA.SafeOperation Flexible programming of safe cooperation between humans and machines. Definition of safe workspaces, velo-
cities, envelopes around robot tools, and cooperation with the operator.
KUKA.SafeRangeMonitoring Beginners tool for limiting and monitoring the safety and work areas of the robot. The monitoring and limitati-
on of statically defined axis ranges creates an adequate degree of work safety for many applications.
Details provided about the properties and usability of the products are purely for information purposes
and do not constitute a guarantee of these characteristics. The extent of goods delivered and services
performed is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors
or omissions.
45
KUKA function and technology packages
KUKA.Gripper & SpotTech Programming of grippers and weld guns via easy-to-use inline forms for many industrial applications.
KUKA.ArcTech For rapid start-up and simple programming of arc welding applications. The complete portfolio of option
packages, in combination with sensors and sequence control, enables arc welding at the highest level.
KUKA.LaserTech A modular, time-saving and easy-to-operate programming support package for laser cutting and laser
welding. Both applications can be executed using the same robot giving maximum flexibility as the
workpiece needs to be clamped only once.
KUKA.ServoGun Enables the operation of electric motor-driven spot weld guns with the KUKA robot controller. Vari-
ous additional software options allow e.g. the elimination of mechanical gun compensation and other
functions.
KUKA.GlueTech Enables user-friendly programming of dispensing applications such as bonding, seam sealing or
application of support seams using inline forms on the KUKA robot controller.
KUKA.RoboTeam Coordinates and enables the high-precision interaction of a team of robots for handling a shared load or
for working together on a moving workpiece.
Makes it possible to exchange data with external computers via the EtherNet interface. The robot can
KUKA.OPC-Server Basic technology for standardized data exchange between robots and external controllers for non-real-time
information streams. Ideal for interfacing with external visualization and MES systems.
KUKA.PLC Multiprog Programming environment for an extremely fast Soft PLC conforming to the IEC61131 standard. Expands the
functionality of the KRC4 and offers virtually unlimited openness in the programming of automation cells and
applications.
KUKA.PLC ProConOS Runtime system of the KUKA.PLC Multiprog Soft PLC. PLC programs created with KUKA.Multiprog are run
directly on the KRC4, with full access to the entire I/O system of the robot. Reading and processing of variables
such as axis positions and velocity via function blocks.
KUKA.PLC mxA Allows direct commanding and positioning of the robot by external controllers (Siemens, Rockwell,
etc.). The user thus requires no knowledge of robot programming in the KUKA-specific robot language
KRL.
KUKA.CNC Complete software-based CNC implementation for execution of machine tool code (G-code) directly on
the robot controller. This turns the robot, with its accuracy and stiffness, into a machining center for
path-supported processes.
KUKA.Sim The simulation programs of KUKA.Sim allow robotic cells to be planned with true-to-life accuracy.
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