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FANUC CRX-10iA vs DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300: Cobot Comparison

Oct 21
3 min read

Updated: 10 hours ago

IN A NUTSHELL

🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE

DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 has the higher stated load capacity and longer stated reach. Those figures help shortlist it for heavier loads or wider layouts, but do not prove a faster production cycle.

→ CONSIDER FANUC CRX-10iA

Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 10 kg with a published reach of 1249 mm; include the gripper and part in the load.

→ CONSIDER DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300

Consider it when additional load capacity and reach matter. This article compares 12 kg with a published reach of 1,300 mm; include the gripper and part in the load.

💡 THE TAKEAWAY

Check the real tool, movement path and safety assessment before choosing. A collaborative label does not make every task safe without guarding; compare complete installation quotes.

The FANUC CRX-10iA and the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 are listed only $1,000 apart and weigh about 40 kg each. The COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg, repeats to ±0.04 mm and reaches 2500 mm/s in non-collaborative operation. The CRX-10iA is rated IP67.

 


Quick verdict. The DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 is the better choice for heavier grippers and fast assembly in dry cells, with 12 kg and ±0.04 mm. The FANUC CRX-10iA is the better choice for coolant-exposed tending, collaborative welding and FANUC plants.

 

CRX-10iA and COBOTTA PRO 1300 at a glance

FANUC CRX-10iA 6-axis collaborative robot with 10 kg payload
FANUC CRX-10iA

The FANUC CRX-10iA carries 10 kg over 1249 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 39 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. FANUC lists 1000 mm/s in collaborative mode and 2000 mm/s in high-speed mode.

 


 

The DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg with a 1300 mm arm length (1463 mm maximum reach), repeats to ±0.04 mm, weighs 41 kg, is rated IP54 and lists 2500 mm/s maximum TCP speed in non-collaborative operation, on the RC9 controller.

 


 

Main specification comparison

Specification

FANUC CRX-10iA

DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300

Brand

FANUC

DENSO

Listed price

$46,000

$45,000

Payload

10 kg

12 kg

Reach

1249 mm

1,300 mm

Repeatability

±0.05 mm

±0.04 mm

Axes

6

6

Speed

1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode)

Max. TCP speed 2,500 mm/s

Arm weight

39 kg

41 kg

IP rating

IP67

IP54

Controller

R-30iB Mini Plus

DENSO RC9


 

Price comparison

  • FANUC CRX-10iA: listed from $46,000

  • DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300: listed from $45,000

  • Difference: $1,000

  • The two are within about 2% of each other


 

Payload and precision

DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 6-axis collaborative robot with 12 kg payload
DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300

The COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg, 2 kg more, which leaves margin for heavier grippers and tool changers. DENSO publishes ±0.04 mm against ±0.05 mm from FANUC. DENSO builds the COBOTTA PRO for fast collaborative assembly and lists 2500 mm/s outside collaborative operation.

 


 

Protection and environment

 

FANUC rates the CRX-10iA IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm, so it can work near coolant and washdown. DENSO rates the COBOTTA PRO IP54, which suits dry assembly, inspection and packaging. With the prices this close, the environment often decides.

 


 

Programming and controllers

FANUC CRX-10iA robot
FANUC CRX-10iA robot

The CRX-10iA uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus. The COBOTTA PRO runs on DENSO's RC9 controller with direct teaching and a status light ring around the arm. Both arms weigh about 40 kg.

 


 

Best applications for the CRX-10iA

  • Machine tending near coolant

  • Collaborative arc welding

  • FANUC-standard plants


 

Best applications for the COBOTTA PRO 1300

DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 robot
DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 robot
  • Fast collaborative assembly

  • Handling with heavier grippers

  • Dry inspection and packaging cells


 

CRX-10iA advantages

  • IP67 protection

  • FANUC controller and service network


 

CRX-10iA limitations

  • 10 kg payload

  • ±0.05 mm repeatability


 

COBOTTA PRO 1300 advantages

  • 12 kg payload

  • ±0.04 mm repeatability

  • 2500 mm/s maximum TCP speed


 

COBOTTA PRO 1300 limitations

  • IP54 protection


 

Final verdict

 

Choose the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 for payload and speed in dry cells. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA for harsh environments and FANUC plants.

 


 

Sources and further reading


 

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA or the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300?

The COBOTTA PRO 1300 is listed from $45,000 and the CRX-10iA from $46,000, a difference of $1,000.

Which cobot carries more?

The COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg; the CRX-10iA 10 kg.

Which cobot is more precise?

The COBOTTA PRO 1300 publishes ±0.04 mm and the CRX-10iA ±0.05 mm.

Which cobot is better protected?

The CRX-10iA is rated IP67; the COBOTTA PRO 1300 IP54.

How heavy are they?

The CRX-10iA weighs 39 kg; the COBOTTA PRO 1300 41 kg.

Which cobot should I buy?

Choose the COBOTTA PRO 1300 for payload and speed. Choose the CRX-10iA for harsh environments.


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