FANUC CR-7iA vs Doosan E0509: Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CR-7iA carries 7 kg at ±0.01 mm for factory work, but it is no longer in FANUC's current range. The Doosan E0509 carries 5 kg over 900 mm and is built for food and beverage work, with a washable IP66 arm and NSF certification. It costs about 55% less.
Quick verdict. The Doosan E0509 is the better choice for kitchens and food handling, with IP66, NSF certification and a listed price $26,000 lower. The FANUC CR-7iA suits precise factory handling up to 7 kg in FANUC cells.
CR-7iA and E0509 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 is no longer part of the current FANUC product range.
The Doosan E0509 carries 5 kg over 900 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 22 kg, is rated IP66 with NSF certification and runs on the Doosan controller with the DART platform.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CR-7iA | Doosan E0509 |
Brand | FANUC | Doosan |
Listed price | $47,000 | $21,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 900 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.05 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 | 22 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP66 |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | Doosan Controller with DART Platform; Smart Pendant optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CR-7iA: listed from $47,000
Doosan E0509: listed from $21,000
Difference: $26,000
The E0509 costs roughly 55% less
Environment
The E0509 targets cooking, frying and drink preparation. Its sealed arm can be washed down, it is rated IP66 and certified by NSF. The CR-7iA is a factory cobot for collaborative handling, machine tending, palletizing and assembly.
Payload, reach and precision
The CR-7iA carries 7 kg, 2 kg more than the E0509, and publishes ±0.01 mm, five times tighter than ±0.05 mm. The E0509 reaches 900 mm, about 180 mm beyond the 717 mm of the CR-7iA.
Weight and availability
The E0509 weighs 22 kg against 53 kg and mounts in any orientation. FANUC lists the CR-7iA as no longer part of its current product range; the E0509 is part of Doosan's current E-SERIES, with the Smart Pendant as an option.
Best applications for the CR-7iA
Precise handling up to 7 kg
Machine tending in FANUC cells
Used-robot projects
Best applications for the Doosan E0509
Cooking and frying
Drink preparation
Washdown food handling
CR-7iA advantages
7 kg payload
±0.01 mm repeatability
CR-7iA limitations
No longer in FANUC's current range
About $26,000 higher listed price
Doosan E0509 advantages
About 55% lower listed price
IP66, NSF certified, washable
22 kg arm
Doosan E0509 limitations
5 kg payload
±0.05 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Doosan E0509 for food and beverage work. Choose the FANUC CR-7iA for precise factory handling.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CR-7iA or the Doosan E0509?
The E0509 is listed from $21,000 and the CR-7iA from $47,000, a difference of $26,000.
Which cobot is built for food work?
The E0509, with NSF certification, IP66 and a washable arm.
Which cobot carries more?
The CR-7iA carries 7 kg; the E0509 5 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CR-7iA publishes ±0.01 mm and the E0509 ±0.05 mm.
Is the CR-7iA still made?
No. It is no longer part of the current FANUC product range.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the E0509 for food work. Choose the CR-7iA for precise factory handling.
