Universal Robots UR30 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 30 kg Cobot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Universal Robots UR30 is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a 30 kg payload, a 1300 mm reach and ±0.1 mm repeatability, listed from USD 59,600. This review covers its full specifications, build quality, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The UR30 is the highest-payload cobot in the Universal Robots range. It carries 30 kg, extendable to 35 kg within defined boundary conditions, across a 1300 mm reach at up to 4 m/s TCP speed, in an IP65-rated arm. It is built for heavy machine tending, material handling, palletizing of heavy products and high-torque screwdriving, and is listed from USD 59,600.
Universal Robots UR30 at a Glance
Payload: 30 kg (up to 35 kg within defined boundary conditions)
Reach: 1300 mm
Axes: 6 rotating joints
Repeatability: ±0.1 mm
Speed: 4 m/s maximum TCP speed
Arm weight: 63.5 kg
Protection: IP65
Price: from USD 59,600
Universal Robots UR30 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Universal Robots UR30.
Specification | Universal Robots UR30 |
Manufacturer | Universal Robots |
Model | UR30 |
Robot type | Collaborative robot (cobot), 6-axis |
Rated payload | 30 kg |
Extended payload | 35 kg within defined boundary conditions |
Reach | 1300 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.1 mm |
Maximum TCP speed | 4 m/s |
Joint speeds | 120°/s (base, shoulder), 150°/s (elbow), 210°/s (wrists) |
Cleanroom class | ISO 14644-1 Class 4 |
Power consumption | 300 W moderate, 750 W maximum |
Force/torque sensor | ±200 N / ±20 Nm |
Tool flange | ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 |
Arm weight | 63.5 kg |
Footprint | Ø245 mm |
IP rating | IP65 |
Controller | UR control box CB 5.5 / CB 5.6 (OEM versions available) |
Software | PolyScope |
Communication | Modbus TCP (client/server), EtherNet/IP adapter, PROFINET device, PROFIsafe and ROS / ROS2 |
Controller I/O | 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs, 4 quadrature digital inputs |
Tool I/O | 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs or RS-485 |
Certifications | EN ISO 13849-1 (PLd, Category 3); EN ISO 10218-1; UL 1740 |
Design and Build Quality
The UR30 shares the Ø245 mm base size of the UR20 but uses shorter links to carry more weight in a compact envelope.
Protection and Footprint
The arm is rated IP65 and meets ISO 14644-1 Class 4 for cleanroom use. It weighs 63.5 kg on a Ø245 mm footprint.
Power and Sensing
Power consumption is about 300 W in moderate use and 750 W at maximum. A force/torque sensor rated ±200 N / ±20 Nm is built into the tool flange, which follows ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6.
Programming and Software
PolyScope and the Teach Pendant
The UR30 runs on the UR control box CB 5.5 / CB 5.6 and is programmed in PolyScope on the UR teach pendant. Operators can hand-guide the arm to teach waypoints and assemble programs from ready-made blocks, so most handling tasks need no text programming.
Force Sensing and Safety
A force/torque sensor rated ±200 N / ±20 Nm is built into the tool flange and supports force-controlled tasks such as insertion, polishing and screwdriving. The safety system is certified to EN ISO 13849-1 (PLd, Category 3) and EN ISO 10218-1.
Connectivity and Ecosystem
The controller supports Modbus TCP (client/server), EtherNet/IP adapter, PROFINET device, PROFIsafe and ROS / ROS2. Universal Robots also maintains the UR+ ecosystem of certified grippers, vision systems and software that work with the UR30.
Universal Robots UR30 Applications and Use Cases
Heavy Machine Tending
The 30 kg payload handles large workpieces and multi-part grippers on bigger CNC machines, and IP65 protection suits coolant-heavy environments.
Palletizing Heavy Products
The UR30 stacks heavy cases, bags and pails that exceed the capacity of 20 kg cobots, within a 1300 mm working radius.
High-Torque Screwdriving and Material Handling
The stiff arm carries heavy screwdriving tools for large fasteners, and moves heavy components between stations without lift assists.
Universal Robots UR30 Price and Value
The Universal Robots UR30 is listed from USD 59,600 on All Things Cobots. End effectors, mounting hardware, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Universal Robots UR30 vs FAIRINO FR30
The closest equivalent from FAIRINO is the FR30.
Universal Robots UR30 | FAIRINO FR30 | |
Payload | 30 kg | 30 kg |
Reach | 1300 mm | 1403 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
IP rating | IP65 | IP54 (IP65 optional) |
Arm weight | 63.5 kg | 85 kg |
Starting price | From USD 59,600 | From USD 18,199 |
Pros and Cons
Pros
30 kg payload, extendable to 35 kg
63.5 kg arm weight, lighter than the FAIRINO FR30
IP65 and ISO Class 4 cleanroom rating
4 m/s maximum TCP speed
UL 1740 certification
Cons
Repeatability of ±0.1 mm
1300 mm reach is shorter than the 1403 mm of the FAIRINO FR30
Starting price of USD 59,600 is more than three times that of the FAIRINO FR30
Who Should Buy the Universal Robots UR30?
The UR30 fits plants that need to automate heavy lifting in a compact cell and want IP65 protection and the UR software ecosystem. Buyers focused on price should compare it with the FAIRINO FR30; if you need reach more than payload, look at the UR20.
See the full Universal Robots UR30 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Universal Robots UR30 FAQ
How much does the Universal Robots UR30 cost?
The Universal Robots UR30 is listed from USD 59,600 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, mounting hardware or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the Universal Robots UR30?
The UR30 has a rated payload of 30 kg, extendable to 35 kg within defined boundary conditions, and a reach of 1300 mm.
How accurate is the Universal Robots UR30?
Its repeatability is ±0.1 mm.
What is the IP rating of the Universal Robots UR30?
The UR30 is rated IP65, which means it is dust-tight and protected against water jets. It also meets ISO 14644-1 Class 4 for cleanroom use.
How is the Universal Robots UR30 programmed?
It is programmed in PolyScope on the UR teach pendant, where waypoints can be taught by hand-guiding the arm.
How much does the Universal Robots UR30 weigh?
The arm weighs 63.5 kg and has a footprint of Ø245 mm.
How does the Universal Robots UR30 compare with the FAIRINO FR30?
The UR30 offers a 30 kg payload and 1300 mm reach from USD 59,600. The FAIRINO FR30 offers 30 kg and 1403 mm, from USD 18,199.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
