FANUC CRX-10iA/L vs Doosan A0912: Long-Reach Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the long-arm CRX, carrying 10 kg over 1418 mm. The Doosan A0912 carries 9 kg over 1200 mm, weighs 31 kg and costs about 36% less. The FANUC adds about 220 mm of reach; both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Quick verdict. The Doosan A0912 is the better value when 1200 mm is enough, with a listed price $18,500 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the better choice when the cell needs 1418 mm, for taller pallet stacks, deeper machines or longer weld seams.
CRX-10iA/L and A0912 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L carries 10 kg over 1418 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 39 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. It stops on contact and can be taught by hand-guiding.
The Doosan A0912 carries 9 kg over 1200 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 31 kg, is rated IP54 and runs on the Doosan controller with the DART platform.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L | Doosan A0912 |
Brand | FANUC | Doosan |
Listed price | $50,700 | $32,200 |
Payload | 10 kg | 9 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1200 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | Over 1 m/s max. TCP speed |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 31 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Doosan Controller with DART Platform; teach pendant optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA/L: listed from $50,700
Doosan A0912: listed from $32,200
Difference: $18,500
The A0912 costs roughly 36% less
Reach
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm, about 220 mm beyond the 1200 mm of the A0912. In palletizing that means taller stacks or a second pallet from one base; in machine tending it means reaching deeper into larger machines without a pedestal.
Payload and precision
The CRX-10iA/L carries 10 kg and publishes ±0.05 mm; the A0912 carries 9 kg at ±0.05 mm. The differences are small, so reach and price usually decide between them.
Programming and installation
The CRX series stops on contact, supports hand guiding and drag-and-drop tablet programming, and is listed for handling, assembly and arc welding. The A0912 runs on Doosan's DART platform, weighs 31 kg against 39 kg, mounts in any orientation and carries IP54.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA/L
Palletizing to taller stacks
Deep machine tending
Collaborative arc welding
Best applications for the Doosan A0912
Machine tending
Packaging
Pick-and-place
CRX-10iA/L advantages
1418 mm reach
10 kg payload
Hand guiding
CRX-10iA/L limitations
About $18,500 higher listed price
Doosan A0912 advantages
About 36% lower listed price
31 kg arm, IP54
Doosan A0912 limitations
1200 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Doosan A0912 for value within 1.2 m. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA/L when the cell needs 1.4 m.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA/L or the Doosan A0912?
The A0912 is listed from $32,200 and the CRX-10iA/L from $50,700, a difference of $18,500.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm; the A0912 1200 mm.
Which cobot carries more?
The CRX-10iA/L carries 10 kg; the A0912 9 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which cobot is lighter?
The A0912 weighs 31 kg; the CRX-10iA/L 39 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the A0912 for value. Choose the CRX-10iA/L for reach.
