KUKA LBR iiwa 14

Canonical robot record

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.

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