FANUC CR-7iA vs Doosan A0509: Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CR-7iA and the Doosan A0509 have a similar envelope: 7 kg over 717 mm against 5 kg over 900 mm. The CR-7iA repeats to ±0.01 mm. The A0509 weighs 21 kg instead of 53 kg and costs about 44% less.
Quick verdict. The Doosan A0509 is the better value for general collaborative handling up to 5 kg, with 900 mm reach and a listed price $20,700 lower. The FANUC CR-7iA is the better choice for precise work up to 7 kg, with ±0.01 mm repeatability.
CR-7iA and A0509 at a glance
The FANUC CR-7iA carries 7 kg over 717 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 53 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus series controller. It moves at 500 mm/s in collaborative mode and 1000 mm/s in high-speed mode. FANUC lists it as a legacy product that is no longer in production.
The Doosan A0509 carries 5 kg over 900 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 21 kg, is rated IP54 and runs on the Doosan controller with the DART platform.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CR-7iA | Doosan A0509 |
Brand | FANUC | Doosan |
Listed price | $47,000 | $26,300 |
Payload | 7 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 900 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 500 mm/s (collaborative mode); 1000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | Over 1 m/s max. TCP speed |
Arm weight | 53 kg | 21 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | Doosan Controller with DART Platform; teach pendant optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CR-7iA: listed from $47,000
Doosan A0509: listed from $26,300
Difference: $20,700
The A0509 costs roughly 44% less
Payload and reach
The CR-7iA carries 7 kg, 2 kg more than the A0509, which helps with heavier grippers or parts. The A0509 reaches 900 mm, about 180 mm beyond the 717 mm of the CR-7iA. For most small-part handling either covers the job.
Precision and weight
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm for the CR-7iA, three times tighter than the ±0.03 mm of the A0509. The A0509 weighs 21 kg against 53 kg, mounts in any orientation and suits mobile bases and frequent redeployment.
Speed and controllers
The CR-7iA moves at 500 mm/s in collaborative mode and up to 1000 mm/s in high-speed mode, on FANUC's R-30iB Plus series controller. The A0509 reaches over 1 m/s TCP speed on Doosan's DART platform, with IP54 protection.
Best applications for the CR-7iA
Precise assembly up to 7 kg
Machine tending in FANUC cells
Electronics handling
Best applications for the Doosan A0509
Collaborative pick-and-place
Machine tending
Mobile and multi-station use
CR-7iA advantages
7 kg payload
±0.01 mm repeatability
CR-7iA limitations
No longer in production (legacy product)
About $20,700 higher listed price
53 kg arm
Doosan A0509 advantages
About 44% lower listed price
900 mm reach
21 kg arm, IP54
Doosan A0509 limitations
5 kg payload
±0.03 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Doosan A0509 for value. Choose the FANUC CR-7iA for precision and 7 kg.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CR-7iA or the Doosan A0509?
The A0509 is listed from $26,300 and the CR-7iA from $47,000, a difference of $20,700.
Which cobot carries more?
The CR-7iA carries 7 kg; the A0509 5 kg.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The A0509 reaches 900 mm; the CR-7iA 717 mm.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CR-7iA publishes ±0.01 mm and the A0509 ±0.03 mm.
Which cobot is lighter?
The A0509 weighs 21 kg; the CR-7iA 53 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the A0509 for value. Choose the CR-7iA for precision.
