Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 13 kg Industrial Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR is a 6-axis industrial robot with a maximum payload of 13 kg, a reach of 1094 mm and ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 36,000. 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 Mitsubishi Electric MELFA RV-13FR is a 6-axis vertical articulated robot with a 13 kg maximum payload, a 1094 mm reach and ±0.05 mm repeatability. It handles medium-weight parts in assembly, machine tending and material handling, with a cycle time of 0.53 s. The standard arm is rated IP40, and IP67 oil mist and ISO class 3 cleanroom versions are available. The arm weighs 120 kg, mounts on the floor or ceiling and runs on the CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q controller. It is listed from USD 36,000.
Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR at a Glance
Maximum payload: 13 kg
Reach: 1094 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Speed: Cycle time 0.53 s
Weight: 120 kg
Controller: CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q
Price: from USD 36,000
Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR.
Specification | Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR |
Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Electric |
Model | RV-13FR |
Robot type | 6-axis industrial robot |
Maximum payload | 13 kg |
Reach | 1094 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Speed | Cycle time 0.53 s |
Controller | CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q |
Interfaces | Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, USB, RS-422, SSCNET III/H, encoder input, CC-Link, CC-Link IE, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, 8 hand inputs, 8 hand outputs |
Starting price | From USD 36,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Max. payload 13 kg (rated 12 kg)
Reach 1094 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Cycle time 0.53 s
Mass 120 kg
Mounting floor, ceiling
Protection IP40 (IP67 oil mist version, ISO class 3 cleanroom version)
Controller CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q
Design and Build Quality
The RV-13FR belongs to the MELFA RV series. Published build data: mass 120 kg; mounting floor, ceiling; protection IP40 (IP67 oil mist version, ISO class 3 cleanroom version).
Programming and Software
MELFA BASIC and RT ToolBox3
The RV-13FR runs on the CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q controller and is programmed in MELFA BASIC using Mitsubishi Electric's RT ToolBox3 software, which also provides simulation.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, USB, RS-422, SSCNET III/H, encoder input, CC-Link, CC-Link IE, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, 8 hand inputs and 8 hand outputs.
Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the RV-13FR are assembly, electronics handling, machine tending, packaging and inspection.
Assembly
Repeatability of ±0.05 mm supports fitting, inserting and fastening parts in assembly cells.
Electronics handling
The RV-13FR is used for electronics handling within its 13 kg payload and 1094 mm reach.
Machine tending
The RV-13FR loads and unloads machine tools, presses and moulding machines within its 1094 mm reach.
Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR Price and Value
The Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR is listed from USD 36,000 on All Things Cobots. The controller, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
13 kg maximum payload with a 1094 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Speed: Cycle time 0.53 s
Several installation options: floor, ceiling
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 13 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR?
The Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR fits manufacturers that need an industrial robot of this size for handling, machine tending and assembly.
See the full Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR product listing on All Things Cobots.
Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR FAQ
How much does the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR cost?
The Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR is listed from USD 36,000 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 Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR?
The RV-13FR has a maximum payload of 13 kg and a reach of 1094 mm.
How accurate is the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR?
Its published repeatability is ±0.05 mm.
How many axes does the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR have?
The RV-13FR has 6 axes.
How is the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR programmed?
It is programmed in MELFA BASIC using RT ToolBox3, which also provides simulation.
Which controller does the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR use?
It runs on the CR800-D, CR800-R or CR800-Q controller.
How much does the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR weigh?
Published mass 120 kg.
How can the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, ceiling.
What is the Mitsubishi Electric RV-13FR used for?
Typical applications are assembly, electronics handling, machine tending, packaging and inspection.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
