UFACTORY 850 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 5 kg Collaborative Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The UFACTORY 850 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a maximum payload of 5 kg, a reach of 850 mm and ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 9,899. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
Offering a 5 kg payload across an 850 mm reach, the UFACTORY 850 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. The 20 kg arm is built from aluminum and carbon fiber, stands on a 190 mm diameter base and can be mounted in any orientation. It runs from a 48 VDC supply with a typical draw of 240 W. An AC or DC control box provides Ethernet, RS-485 and digital and analog I/O, and hosts the browser-based UFACTORY Studio software. It is listed from USD 9,899.
UFACTORY 850 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 5 kg
Reach: 850 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Speed: 1 m/s
Weight: : 20 kg. Footprint: Ø 190 mm. Maximum joint speed: 180°/s. Power: 48 VDC, 20.8 A
Controller: UFACTORY AC or DC control box running UFACTORY Studio
Price: from USD 9,899
UFACTORY 850 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the UFACTORY 850.
Specification | UFACTORY 850 |
Manufacturer | UFACTORY |
Model | UFACTORY 850 |
Robot type | 6-axis collaborative robot |
Maximum payload | 5 kg |
Reach | 850 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Speed | 1 m/s |
Controller | UFACTORY AC or DC control box running UFACTORY Studio |
Interfaces | Ethernet, RS-485 master, control box I/O: 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs, tool I/O: 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, RS-485 (Modbus RTU) |
Certifications | CE |
Starting price | From USD 9,899 |
Detailed Technical Data
Weight: 20 kg. Footprint: Ø 190 mm. Maximum joint speed: 180°/s. Power: 48 VDC, 20.8 A
Typical 240 W, maximum 1000 W. Ambient temperature: 0-50 °C. Cleanroom class: ISO Class 5. Materials: aluminum and carbon fiber. Mounting: any orientation
Design and Build Quality
The UFACTORY 850 is a 6-axis collaborative robot made by UFACTORY. Published build data: Weight: 20 kg. Footprint: Ø 190 mm. Maximum joint speed: 180°/s. Power: 48 VDC, 20.8 A.
Programming and Software
Controller and Software
Published controller for the UFACTORY 850: UFACTORY AC or DC control box running UFACTORY Studio. UFACTORY arms are programmed in UFACTORY Studio, with graphical block programming and a Python SDK. Programming interfaces, software licences and simulation tools vary by package, so confirm what is included before ordering.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are Ethernet, RS-485 master, control box I/O: 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs and tool I/O: 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, RS-485 (Modbus RTU).
UFACTORY 850 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the UFACTORY 850 are research, education, light machine tending, inspection, pick and place and AI manipulation.
Research
The UFACTORY 850 is used as a research platform in universities and labs.
Education
The UFACTORY 850 is used to teach robot programming and automation basics.
Light machine tending
The UFACTORY 850 is used for light machine tending within its 5 kg payload and 850 mm reach.
UFACTORY 850 Price and Value
The UFACTORY 850 is listed from USD 9,899 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
5 kg maximum payload with a 850 mm reach
±0.02 mm repeatability
Speed: 1 m/s
Collaborative design for work near people, subject to a risk assessment
Wide choice of communication interfaces
Graphical programming environment
Cons
The 5 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the UFACTORY 850?
The UFACTORY 850 fits manufacturers that want a robot working near people without full fencing, subject to a risk assessment.
See the full UFACTORY 850 product listing on All Things Cobots.
UFACTORY 850 FAQ
How much does the UFACTORY 850 cost?
The UFACTORY 850 is listed from USD 9,899 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 UFACTORY 850?
The UFACTORY 850 has a maximum payload of 5 kg and a reach of 850 mm.
How accurate is the UFACTORY 850?
Its published repeatability is ±0.02 mm.
How many axes does the UFACTORY 850 have?
The UFACTORY 850 has 6 axes.
How is the UFACTORY 850 programmed?
UFACTORY arms are programmed in UFACTORY Studio, with graphical block programming and a Python SDK.
Which controller does the UFACTORY 850 use?
Published controller: UFACTORY AC or DC control box running UFACTORY Studio.
How much does the UFACTORY 850 weigh?
Published weight: 20 kg. Footprint: Ø 190 mm. Maximum joint speed: 180°/s. Power: 48 VDC, 20.8 A.
Is the UFACTORY 850 a collaborative robot?
Yes. The UFACTORY 850 is a collaborative robot. Every collaborative application still needs its own risk assessment.
What is the UFACTORY 850 used for?
Typical applications are research, education, light machine tending, inspection, pick and place and AI manipulation.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
