Franka Research 3 Cobot 3 kg Payload 855 mm for Lab Research

Overview

• • The Franka Research 3 is a collaborative arm intended for laboratory research.
• • A 3 kg payload and 855 mm reach cover bench scale experiments.
• • Joint torque sensing allows contact detection without extra sensors.
• • Control interfaces are open for research code and custom controllers.

Specifications

Advantages

• • Joint torque sensing detects contact without external force sensors.
• • A 3 kg payload and 855 mm reach suit bench scale experiments.
• • Open control interfaces allow custom code and controllers.
• • The arm is light enough to move between lab benches.
• • IP40 protection suits clean laboratory environments.
• • Repeatable motion supports experiment comparison across runs.
• • Packaging follows export crate standards with rust protection for sea freight.
• • Commissioning support covers safety checks, program handover and operator training.
• • Spare parts for common wear items and cables are held in local stock.
• • Documentation includes layout drawings, wiring schematics and a maintenance schedule.
• • Remote diagnostics are available for controller and drive faults during the warranty period.
• • Installation supervision can be scheduled with delivery to shorten ramp up time.
• • Acceptance testing is performed before shipment and a report is filed for the project.
• • Operator training covers daily checks, safe restart and basic program edits.
• • Fixtures are designed to suit the part family named in the project brief.
• • Safety circuits follow the plant standard and are documented for sign off.
• • Trial production runs are supported on site before acceptance.
• • Wear parts are specified with local part numbers for easy reordering.
• • Programming files are handed over in the controller project archive.
• • Warranty visits cover calibration checks during the first operating year.
• • Spare cable sets and connectors are recommended for continuous operation.
• • Loader and unloader interfaces are tested against the line PLC before handover.
• • Cable routing and dress pack layout are reviewed against the arm envelope before shipment.
• • Cycle time estimates are issued with the layout drawing for planning purposes.
• • Gripper jaws can be machined to suit part drawings supplied with the order.
• • Controller backups are taken at handover and stored with the project documents.

Applications

• • Research on robotic assembly and insertion.
• • Human robot interaction studies.
• • Learning from demonstration experiments.
• • Laboratory sample handling research.
• • Teaching advanced robotics courses.

FAQ

• • What kind of work is it for? Laboratory research where repeatable motion and open control are needed.
• • What payload and reach apply? The arm carries 3 kg with an 855 mm reach.
• • Does it need force sensors? Joint torque sensing provides contact detection, so external force sensors are optional.
• • What protection rating applies? The arm body is rated IP40 for clean lab use.