Dobot CR10
Collaborative Robot Arm for Industrial Automation
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The Dobot CR10 is a 6-axis collaborative robot designed for industrial applications requiring medium payload capacity and precision. With a 10kg payload capacity and 1300mm reach, it delivers flexible automation solutions for assembly, material handling, and machine tending. The CR10 features drag-to-teach programming, collision detection, and safety-certified collaborative operation for human-robot interaction in manufacturing environments.
Released: 2020
Overview
The Dobot CR10 represents a sophisticated approach to collaborative robotics, combining industrial-grade performance with user-friendly operation. As part of Dobot's CR (Collaborative Robot) series, the CR10 bridges the gap between traditional industrial robots and collaborative systems, offering the precision and reliability required for demanding manufacturing tasks while maintaining safe operation alongside human workers.
Designed with versatility in mind, the CR10 features a 1300mm working radius and 10kg payload capacity, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications. The robot incorporates advanced safety features including collision detection, force limiting, and safety-certified joint torque monitoring, allowing it to operate without traditional safety caging in many scenarios.
The CR10's intuitive programming interface supports both drag-to-teach and graphical programming methods, significantly reducing deployment time and technical barriers. This accessibility, combined with robust industrial performance, makes it an attractive solution for manufacturers looking to automate processes without extensive robotics expertise or infrastructure investment.
Key Features
- Drag-to-Teach Programming: Intuitive manual guidance allows operators to program trajectories by physically moving the robot arm
- Collision Detection: Advanced force sensing enables immediate detection and response to unexpected contact, ensuring operator safety
- High Repeatability: ±0.02mm positioning accuracy ensures consistent quality in precision assembly and handling tasks
- Flexible Integration: Multiple communication protocols including Ethernet, Modbus, and TCP/IP enable seamless factory connectivity
- Compact Footprint: 33kg weight and space-efficient design facilitate easy redeployment and integration into existing production lines
- Wide Operating Range: 1300mm reach provides extensive workspace coverage for diverse manufacturing applications
Applications
The Dobot CR10 excels in manufacturing environments requiring flexible automation with human collaboration. Primary applications include machine tending for CNC equipment, injection molding machines, and other production machinery where the robot's payload and reach enable efficient loading and unloading cycles. The CR10 is widely deployed in assembly operations, particularly in electronics manufacturing, automotive components, and consumer goods production where its precision and repeatability ensure consistent product quality.
Additional use cases span material handling, pick-and-place operations, quality inspection stations, and packaging lines. The robot's collaborative safety features make it particularly valuable in mixed-production environments where frequent product changeovers require rapid reprogramming and where space constraints prevent traditional safety barriers. Industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, and general manufacturing have successfully integrated the CR10 to improve productivity while maintaining flexible production capabilities.
Technical Highlights
The CR10's technical architecture centers on precision servo control and advanced sensor integration that enables both high-accuracy positioning and safe collaborative operation. The robot achieves ±0.02mm repeatability through high-resolution encoders and optimized kinematics, while integrated torque sensors in each joint provide real-time force feedback for collision detection and compliant motion control. This dual-focus design delivers industrial-grade performance without compromising safety.
The control system supports multiple programming paradigms including blockly-based graphical programming, script-based automation, and direct API integration, making it accessible to operators with varying technical backgrounds. Network connectivity options enable Industry 4.0 integration, allowing the CR10 to participate in data-driven manufacturing ecosystems with production monitoring, predictive maintenance, and coordinated multi-robot operations.
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