Dobot CR16A Collaborative Robot
- High-Payload 6-Axis Cobot: Handles up to 16 kg payload with a 1000 mm working radius, making it ideal for heavy-duty industrial automation applications.
- High-Precision Performance: Delivers ±0.03 mm repeatability with True Motion and vibration suppression algorithms for stable, accurate, high-speed operation.
- Enhanced Motion Stability: Reduces residual vibrations by up to 50% during emergency stops, helping protect tooling, workpieces, and process quality.
- Dual End-Effector Connectivity: Features a dual-channel end-effector interface for direct connection of multiple tools without additional adapters, increasing deployment flexibility.
- Industrial-Grade Safety: Equipped with an IP54-rated robot and control cabinet, electromagnetic brake protection to minimise tool drops during power failures, and overload alarms for safer operation.
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- Pan-India deliveryInsured shipping, all states
- Post-sale supportTraining + service included
What makes it work
DOBOT CR16A
The highest-payload model in the CRA series — combining 16 kg capacity with industrial-grade safety, flexible mounting, and precise motion control for the most demanding production tasks.
Safe, Flexible and Self-Learning Collaborative Robot
Building upon the proven safety, efficiency, flexibility, and ease of use of the CRA series, the DOBOT CR16A breaks through the payload limit to 16 kg — the highest in the CRA lineup — opening the widest range of applications for collaborative robots in heavy-duty industrial environments. With a working radius of 1000 mm and a maximum linear speed of 2 m/s, the CR16A is engineered to meet the demands of heavy-duty picking, packing, palletizing, and welding across the automotive, home appliance, logistics, and metalworking industries. An industry-first dual-channel end effector design simplifies tool connections directly at the wrist, while an advanced motion control algorithm reduces residual vibration by 50% during high-speed emergency stops — ensuring stability even at full payload. The CR16A supports Profinet and Ethernet/IP communication protocols, connects seamlessly with PLC systems, and provides 24 digital IO ports with PNP and NPN switching. With IP54 protection on both the robot body and the control box, and innovative electromagnetic brake technology, the CR16A delivers reliable, safe collaboration in the most demanding production settings.
Built Around Four Principles
Engineered for the Modern Factory Floor
User-Friendly Design for Faster Deployment
The CR16A adopts an industry-first dual-channel end effector design, allowing direct connection to multiple end tools without complex adapters or custom wiring. A visual status indicator at the base provides immediate, intuitive recognition of the robot's operating state — reducing setup time and minimising operator errors from first deployment. With a working radius of 1000 mm and a maximum payload of 16 kg, the CR16A handles the heaviest components in the CRA lineup across compact yet demanding industrial workcells.
Advanced Motion Control for Stable, High-Speed Operation
Powered by an advanced motion control algorithm, the CR16A operates with exceptional stability across its working envelope — even at maximum payload. Residual vibrations during high-speed emergency stops are reduced by 50%, protecting the heaviest workpieces and surrounding equipment. A maximum linear speed of 2 m/s combined with ±0.03 mm repeatability ensures the throughput and part-level consistency that the most demanding heavy-duty industrial production requires.
24 IO Ports and Industrial-Grade Communication
The CR16A ships with 24 digital IO ports and industry-leading support for both PNP and NPN switching, enabling wide-ranging peripheral integration from grippers to sensors. Profinet and Ethernet/IP protocol support allows direct connection to existing PLC infrastructure without custom middleware. Two analog inputs, two digital outputs, and two digital inputs at the end effector are multiplexed with RS485 — covering any automation architecture from standalone workcells to full production line integration.
High Protection Level for Safer Collaboration
Both the robot body and the control box achieve IP54 protection, guarding against dust and liquid ingress in typical manufacturing environments. When overloaded, the robot automatically triggers an alarm to prevent mechanical damage. The innovative electromagnetic brake protection reduces end-tool drop distance in the event of a power failure — a critical safety feature when operating near personnel or handling the heaviest workpieces. These protections make the CR16A a dependable partner wherever high-payload human-robot collaboration is required.
Six Features That Define the CR16A
DOBOT CR16A — Complete Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 40 kg |
| Maximum Payload | 16 kg |
| Working Radius | 1000 mm |
| Maximum Linear Speed | 2 m/s |
| Maximum Joint Speed | |
| J1 / J2 | 150° /s |
| J3 | 180° /s |
| J4 / J5 / J6 | 223° /s |
| Range of Motion | |
| J1 / J2 / J4 / J5 / J6 | ±360° |
| J3 | ±160° |
| I/O Ports | |
| Ports | 2 × AI, 2 × DO, 2 × DI (Multiplexed with RS485) |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
| IP Rating / Noise | IP54 / ≤ 70 dB |
| Working Environment | 0° ~ 50° C |
| Power | 350 W |
| Installation Orientation | Any Angle |
| Cable Length to Controller | 5 m |
| Materials | Aluminum alloy, ABS plastic |
Application Scenarios
The CR16A's 16 kg payload, 1000 mm reach, and broad communication support make it suitable across a wide range of heavy-duty industrial applications.
See the CR16A at Work
Common Questions About the CR16A
What is the maximum payload and working radius of the DOBOT CR16A?
The DOBOT CR16A supports a maximum payload of 16 kg and has a working radius of 1000 mm. As the highest-payload model in the CRA series, it is suited for the heaviest pick-and-place, assembly, palletizing, loading, and welding tasks in automotive, logistics, and metalworking environments.
How does the CR16A compare to the CR12A?
The CR16A offers a higher payload of 16 kg versus 12 kg on the CR12A, while its working radius of 1000 mm is narrower than the CR12A's 1200 mm. Both models weigh 40 kg (CR12A at 39.5 kg per spec sheet), share the same ±0.03 mm repeatability, 350 W power draw, IP54 protection, and communication protocols. The CR16A is the better choice when maximum payload capacity is the priority.
Which communication protocols does the CR16A support?
The CR16A supports Profinet and Ethernet/IP communication protocols, enabling direct connection to most industrial PLCs and automation controllers without additional middleware. It also provides 24 digital IO ports with support for both PNP and NPN switching for broad peripheral compatibility.
Can the CR16A be mounted in different orientations?
Yes. The DOBOT CR16A supports installation at any angle — including floor, ceiling, wall, and inclined positions — without requiring additional mounting hardware or configuration changes. This allows flexible integration into a wide variety of workcell designs, overhead gantry configurations, and multi-robot production lines.
What safety features are built into the CR16A?
The CR16A includes an automatic overload alarm that triggers when excessive load is detected, an electromagnetic brake protection system that limits end-tool drop distance at power failure, and an advanced motion control algorithm that reduces residual vibration by 50% during high-speed emergency stops — making it a safe and reliable choice for human-robot collaborative environments handling the highest payload in the CRA range.
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