Universal Robots UR5e
The Universal Robots UR5e is a 6-axis collaborative robot arm from the e-Series line, designed for light-duty assembly, pick-and-place, machine tending, and laboratory automation tasks. It features a 5 kg payload capacity, 850 mm reach, and integrated force/torque sensing at the wrist.
Overview and Use Cases
The UR5e is a collaborative robot arm manufactured by Universal Robots, a company based in Denmark. It belongs to the e-Series family of robotic arms and is designed for applications requiring precise, lightweight manipulation. Primary use cases include light-duty assembly operations, pick-and-place tasks, machine tending, and laboratory automation.
Key Capabilities
- Collaborative design: Intended for safe human-robot interaction in shared workspaces
- Force/torque sensing: Integrated at the wrist to enable force-controlled tasks and adaptive manipulation
- Programmable via PolyScope: Graphical programming environment using a 12-inch touchscreen teach pendant
- Smooth motion control: Six rotating joints provide full spatial articulation and orientation capability
Specifications
- Payload capacity: 5 kg
- Reach: 850 mm
- Joint configuration: 6 rotating axes
- Arm weight: 12 kg
- Repeatability: ±0.03 mm according to Universal Robots datasheets
- Programming interface: PolyScope GUI with 12-inch touchscreen teach pendant
- Integrated sensors: Force/torque sensor at the wrist
Applications
The UR5e is suited for manufacturing and laboratory environments where precision and adaptability are required within the constraints of its 5 kg payload limit. Its relatively lightweight construction and compact reach make it suitable for bench-top and confined-space installations.
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