| Universal Robots UR16e, Payload 16kg
| Reach 900mm with repeatability ±0.05mm
| Compatible with existing e-series collaborative robots and EOAT


As End-Of-Arm Tools (EOATs) mounted on robot arms become increasingly heavy, the need for robots capable of handling heavy loads is growing.

On the 1st, Universal Robots held a press conference at the Universal Robots Authorized Training Center in Pangyo, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, and unveiled its newly launched collaborative robot 'UR16e' to the media.

UR16e, part of the existing e-series, has a payload of 16 kg, a reach of 900 mm, and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. Therefore, it is possible to handle heavy parts or products, and it is suitable for automating processes such as machine tending.

The UR16e requires an installation area of only 190mm in diameter and weighs 33.1kg, which is not very heavy. Therefore, it is easy to install in a factory. Programming is also simple. Even without expert-level knowledge, users can input desired actions into the UR16e through a dedicated controller.

Like the existing UR3e, UR5e, and UR10e collaborative robots, the UR16e is equipped with 17 safety features, including a built-in force sensing sensor and user-configurable stop time and stop distance. It also meets safety standards including EN ISO 13849-1, PLd, Category 3 and EN ISO 10218-1.

The EOAT size is also the same as the existing one, so it is compatible.

Jürgen von Hollen, President of Universal Robots, stated, “With the UR16e, which has an improved payload compared to the existing UR10e, processes requiring heavier weight can be handled stably and efficiently.”

Meanwhile, Universal Robots plans to unveil the UR16e to the public for the first time at 'RoboWorld 2019,' which will be held for four days from October 9 to 12 at Halls 1 and 2 of KINTEX in Ilsan, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do.