What is a cobot vs. a robot?

A cobot is a collaborative robot designed to work safely alongside human workers, while traditional industrial robots typically operate in isolated areas. The DOBOT CR5A is a cobot with integrated safety features like electromagnetic brakes and real-time payload detection that enable it to operate safely in shared workspaces with people.

What can the DOBOT CR5A cobot do?

The DOBOT CR5A handles pick-and-place automation, soldering, assembly, screwdriving, packaging, inspection, and machine tending tasks. Its 0.02 mm repeatability and 5 kg payload make it suitable for high-precision work in manufacturing, laboratories, and logistics environments.

How much reach does the CR5A have?

The DOBOT CR5A has a 900 mm reach, allowing it to access parts and work areas across a typical workstation. Its compact 25.5 kg weight and 6-axis design fit into tight spaces while maintaining full rotational flexibility.

What software does the DOBOT CR5A use?

The DOBOT CR5A uses DobotStudio Pro and DobotLink software platforms with drag-to-teach and graphical programming modes that minimize setup time for all skill levels. It supports Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and ROS for integration with automation systems.

Is the DOBOT CR5A suitable for wet or dusty environments?

The DOBOT CR5A has an IP54 rating, which provides dust and splash resistance for operation in challenging industrial environments. This rating makes it suitable for workshops and production floors with moderate exposure to dust or liquids.

How much power does the DOBOT CR5A consume?

The DOBOT CR5A has a typical power consumption of 150 W, supporting efficient and continuous industrial operation. This low power requirement makes it practical for sustained production runs without significant energy costs.

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DOBOT CR5A Cobot, 900mm Reach, 5kg Payload

Name: DOBOT CR5A Cobot, 900mm Reach, 5kg Payload
Brand: DOBOT
SKU: 3467
Price: 28000 USD
Availability: InStock

Dobot Robotics

$28,000.00

Six-axis collaborative robot from Dobot Robotics engineered for precision manufacturing. The CR5A delivers ±0.02 mm repeatability while handling payloads up to 5 kg across a 900 mm working radius. IP54-rated and weighing 25.5 kg, it supports multiple protocols including Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and ROS, enabling fast integration into existing automation lines. Ideal for pick and place, screwdriving, soldering, and machine tending operations.

Overview:

DOBOT CR5A is an articulated 6-axis collaborative robot arm engineered for high-precision industrial automation, ideal for manufacturing, laboratories, and logistics environments.

Specifications:

Payload: 5 kg
Reach: 900 mm
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Weight: 25.5 kg
IP54 Rating: Offers dust and splash resistance IP54

Features:

6-axis design enables flexible motion and precise handling in complex tasks.
Highly integrated joints and harmonic drive reducers deliver improved cycle times and efficiency compared to earlier models.
Electromagnetic brakes and real-time payload detection support enhanced human-robot safety.
User-friendly interface with graphical programming, scripting, and drag-to-teach modes, powered by DobotStudio Pro and DobotLink software platforms.
Compatible with popular automation protocols, including Modbus, TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and ROS ROS.
Typical power consumption is 150W for energy-efficient operation.

Integration:

Seamlessly integrates with PLCs, HMIs, and third-party automation systems through expanded I/O and multiple communication standards.
Supports easy deployment in tight spaces given its compact weight under 30 kg.
Designed for compatibility with Dobot CRA series accessories and software platforms.

Applications:

Ideal for pick-and-place automation, screwdriving, soldering, packaging, assembly, inspection, and machine tending.
Recognized as a high-precision pick and place robot for demanding industrial tasks.
Suitable for research and development projects as well as production environments.

Safety and Compliance:

Designed for collaborative operation with integrated safety features for secure deployment alongside human workers.
Unit is RoHS compliant for restricted hazardous substances in electrical equipment.

Competitive Positioning:

Compared to previous Dobot CR and CR_V2 series, CR5A offers increased I/O, new communication protocols, and faster performance.
An affordable 6-axis cobot option for industrial users requiring reliable automation under 30 kg.

Learning Curve:

DobotStudio Pro enables rapid setup with drag-to-teach and graphical programming, minimizing onboarding time for operators of all skill levels.
Intuitive interface allows users to optimize workflows with little prior robotic experience.

Call to Action:

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Request Demo – Experience the CR5A in your facility.
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Weight25.5 kg

Max. Payload5 kg

Max. Reach: 900 mm
DOF: 6
Repeatability: 0.02 mm
Max. Speed: 2
Protection Class: IP 54
Model: DOBOT CR5A
Reach: 900 mm
Payload: 5 kg
IP Rating: IP54
Communication Protocols: TCP/IP
ROS
Modbus
Ethernet/IP
DobotStudio
DobotLink
Degrees of freedom: 6
Applications: Packaging
Pick and place
Machine tending
Screwdriving
Soldering

Six axes deliver precise, versatile automation across manufacturing, labs, logistics
DobotStudio Pro, DobotLink, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, ROS compatible
Drag-to-teach and graphical programming minimize setup time for all skill levels
±0.02 mm repeatability handles high-precision pick-and-place, soldering, assembly tasks
5 kg payload, 900 mm reach fit tight spaces at 25.5 kg weight
IP54 rated, electromagnetic brakes, real-time payload detection ensure safe collaboration
150 W typical power consumption supports efficient, continuous industrial operation

: A cobot is a collaborative robot designed to work safely alongside human workers, while traditional industrial robots typically operate in isolated areas. The DOBOT CR5A is a cobot with integrated safety features like electromagnetic brakes and real-time payload detection that enable it to operate safely in shared workspaces with people.
: The DOBOT CR5A handles pick-and-place automation, soldering, assembly, screwdriving, packaging, inspection, and machine tending tasks. Its 0.02 mm repeatability and 5 kg payload make it suitable for high-precision work in manufacturing, laboratories, and logistics environments.
: The DOBOT CR5A has a 900 mm reach, allowing it to access parts and work areas across a typical workstation. Its compact 25.5 kg weight and 6-axis design fit into tight spaces while maintaining full rotational flexibility.
: The DOBOT CR5A uses DobotStudio Pro and DobotLink software platforms with drag-to-teach and graphical programming modes that minimize setup time for all skill levels. It supports Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and ROS for integration with automation systems.
: The DOBOT CR5A has an IP54 rating, which provides dust and splash resistance for operation in challenging industrial environments. This rating makes it suitable for workshops and production floors with moderate exposure to dust or liquids.
: The DOBOT CR5A has a typical power consumption of 150 W, supporting efficient and continuous industrial operation. This low power requirement makes it practical for sustained production runs without significant energy costs.

Cobot vs. Traditional Industrial Robot: When to Choose CR5A:

The DOBOT CR5A is a lightweight collaborative 6-axis arm designed for tight spaces and shared work cells, in contrast to larger fixed-base industrial robots that require safety cages and dedicated floor space. It combines the precision of industrial robots with the accessibility and safety of collaborative operation.

For production cells under 1 m² or confined assembly stations, the 25.5 kg weight and 900 mm reach fit where floor-mounted gantries or heavier arms cannot be retrofitted.
On lines handling parts under 5 kg with repeatability demands below 0.1 mm, such as precision pick-and-place or soldering, the ±0.02 mm accuracy eliminates secondary manual inspection.
In labs or low-volume research environments, drag-to-teach and graphical programming allow operators to reprogram tasks in minutes without robotics expertise or offline simulation software.
For facilities sharing human and robot workspaces, electromagnetic brakes and real-time payload detection enable safe operation without physical guarding.
Integration with PLCs and standard protocols like Profinet and Ethernet/IP streamlines connection to existing automation lines without custom middleware.

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