Kuka Iiwa 14
Sensitive 7-axis collaborative robot
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The KUKA LBR iiwa 14 R820 is a sensitive, lightweight collaborative robot designed for direct human-robot collaboration without safety fencing. Joint torque sensors in every axis let it detect contact immediately and reduce force and speed, while position and compliance control allow it to handle delicate components. It is the higher-payload member of the LBR iiwa family, intended for tasks requiring precision and safe operation alongside people.
Released: 2013
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Estimated lead time: 12 weeks
Overview
The KUKA LBR iiwa 14 R820 is the higher-payload variant of KUKA's LBR iiwa family, a line of sensitive lightweight robots built for human-robot collaboration. KUKA describes the LBR iiwa as the world's first series-produced sensitive robot approved for direct collaboration with people, removing the need for traditional safety fencing in suitable applications.
What distinguishes the robot is integrated joint torque sensing in all of its axes. This lets the arm detect contact instantly and immediately reduce its force and speed, which underpins its safety case and its ability to work in close proximity to human operators. Position and compliance control further allow it to handle delicate components and perform tasks that require a careful, adaptive touch.
The arm is offered in standard and cleanroom configurations and can be mounted on the floor, wall, or ceiling, giving integrators flexibility in how it is deployed across assembly, handling, and precision tasks.
Key Features
- Joint torque sensors in every axis enable immediate contact detection and safe human-robot collaboration
- Position and compliance control for handling delicate components and adaptive, force-sensitive tasks
- Flexible mounting on floor, wall, or ceiling
- Available in standard and cleanroom versions
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Deployment Evidence
KUKA LBR iiwa — Official Product Page
The KUKA LBR iiwa is a 7-DOF sensitive lightweight robot commercially available in 7kg and 14kg payload variants, used in automotive assembly and research.
Deployment Readiness
Integration & SDK
- ROS Support
- Supported
- SDK Available
- Supported
- API Docs
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- Supported Platforms
- Linux, ROS 1, ROS 2, C++, Java (KUKA Sunrise)
Support & Service
Regions
| Tier | Response Time | SLA |
|---|---|---|
| KUKA Standard | 48 hrs | — |
| KUKA Premium | 8 hrs | — |
Specifications
Environment
| IP Rating | IP54 |
Mechanics
| Degrees of Freedom | 7 |
| Locomotion | Stationary |
Performance
| Payload Capacity | 14 kg |
| Reach | 820 mm |
| Repeatability | 0.1 mm |
Physical
| Weight | 29.9 kg |
Software
| ROS Compatible | Yes |
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