Doosan A0912 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 9 kg Cobot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Doosan A0912 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a payload of 9 kg, a reach of 1200 mm and ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 32,200. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The Doosan Robotics A0912 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a 9 kg payload, a 1200 mm reach and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. It is a fast mid-size arm for pick-and-place, machine tending and handling tasks that need more reach and payload than the A0509. The arm weighs 31 kg, can be mounted in any orientation and has IP54 protection. It runs on the Doosan Controller with DART Platform, with the teach pendant as an option. It is listed from USD 32,200.
Doosan A0912 at a Glance
Payload: 9 kg
Reach: 1200 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Speed: Over 1 m/s max. TCP speed
Weight: 31 kg
Price: from USD 32,200
Doosan A0912 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Doosan A0912.
Specification | Doosan A0912 |
Manufacturer | Doosan Robotics |
Model | A0912 |
Robot type | 6-axis collaborative robot |
Payload | 9 kg |
Reach | 1200 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Speed | Over 1 m/s max. TCP speed |
Controller | Doosan Controller with DART Platform; teach pendant optional |
Interfaces | USB 3.0, RS422/RS485, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP (Master/Slave), Modbus RTU (Master), PROFINET IO (Device), EtherNet/IP (Adapter), 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs |
Certifications | CE, KCs, NRTL, EN ISO 10218-1 |
Starting price | From USD 32,200 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Payload 9 kg
Reach 1200 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Weight 31 kg
Max. TCP speed over 1 m/s
IP54
Mounting any orientation
Design and Build Quality
The A-SERIES is Doosan's fast, lightweight collaborative line. Published build data for the A0912: weight 31 kg; IP54; mounting any orientation.
Programming and Software
Teach Pendant and DART Platform
The A0912 runs on the Doosan Controller with DART Platform; teach pendant optional. Programs are built on the teach pendant or on a PC with Doosan's DART Platform software, and positions can be taught by guiding the arm by hand.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are USB 3.0, RS422/RS485, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP (Master/Slave), Modbus RTU (Master), PROFINET IO (Device), EtherNet/IP (Adapter), 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs.
Doosan A0912 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the A0912 are palletizing, welding, machine tending, assembly, polishing and inspection.
Machine Tending
A 9 kg payload over a 1200 mm reach suits loading and unloading CNC machines, presses and test equipment.
Pick and Place and Packaging
The A0912 moves parts and packs products between conveyors, trays and cases.
Assembly and Screwdriving
The arm handles fitting and fastening tasks with ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Doosan A0912 Price and Value
The Doosan A0912 is listed from USD 32,200 on All Things Cobots. End effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Doosan A0912 vs FAIRINO FR10
The closest FAIRINO model by payload is the FR10.
Doosan A0912 | FAIRINO FR10 | |
Payload | 9 kg | 10 kg |
Reach | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Starting price | From USD 32,200 | From USD 10,199 |
Pros and Cons
Pros
9 kg payload with a 1200 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Any orientation mounting
IP54 protection
Light arm for its payload class
Cons
The 9 kg payload includes the gripper and tooling
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Starting price is above the FAIRINO FR10 (from USD 10,199)
Who Should Buy the Doosan A0912?
The Doosan A0912 fits machine shops and manufacturers automating machine tending, handling and assembly. Buyers focused on price should also compare it with the FAIRINO FR10.
See the full Doosan A0912 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Doosan A0912 FAQ
How much does the Doosan A0912 cost?
The Doosan A0912 is listed from USD 32,200 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the Doosan A0912?
The A0912 has a payload of 9 kg and a reach of 1200 mm.
How accurate is the Doosan A0912?
Its published repeatability is ±0.05 mm.
How many axes does the Doosan A0912 have?
The A0912 has 6 axes.
How is the Doosan A0912 programmed?
It is programmed on the teach pendant or with Doosan's DART Platform software, and positions can be taught by hand guiding.
How much does the Doosan A0912 weigh?
Published weight 31 kg.
What is the IP rating of the Doosan A0912?
Published protection: IP54.
What is the Doosan A0912 used for?
Typical applications are palletizing, welding, machine tending, assembly, polishing and inspection.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
