DOBOT CRA12 Overview
The DOBOT CR12A is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a 12 kg payload, a 1200 mm working radius and ±0.03 mm repeatability. It suits heavier machine tending, palletizing and material handling tasks. The arm weighs 39.5 kg, can be mounted at any angle, is rated IP54 and reaches a maximum linear speed of 5 m/s. Its safety functions comply with ISO 13849-1, ISO 10218-1 and ISO/TS 15066, with a stand-alone safety controller rated PL d, Category 3.
Key Specifications
Specification | DOBOT CRA12 |
Manufacturer | DOBOT |
Model | CRA12 |
Category | Robot arm / Collaborative robot |
Payload | 12 kg |
Reach | 1200 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Speed | 5 m/s max. linear speed |
Axes (DoF) | 6 |
Interfaces | TCP/IP; Modbus TCP; Modbus RTU; EtherNet/IP; PROFINET; RS485; 2 Ethernet ports; 2 USB ports; ABZ encoder input; 24 digital inputs; 24 digital outputs; 2 analog inputs; 2 analog outputs; 10 safety I/O channels |
Certifications | ISO 13849-1 (PL d, Category 3); ISO 10218-1; ISO/TS 15066 |
Price | From USD 27,500 |
Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Applications
Machine tending
Palletizing
Screwdriving
Welding
Lab automation
Education
Industries
Electronics · Metalworking · Education · Medical devices · General manufacturing
Technical Details
6 axes
Max. payload 12 kg
Working radius 1200 mm
Repeatability ±0.03 mm
Weight 39.5 kg
Max. linear speed 5 m/s
IP54
Mounting any angle
DOBOT CRA12 Review Summary
The DOBOT CR12A is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a 12 kg payload, a 1200 mm working radius and ±0.03 mm repeatability. It suits heavier machine tending, palletizing and material handling tasks. The arm weighs 39.5 kg, can be mounted at any angle, is rated IP54 and reaches a maximum linear speed of 5 m/s. Its safety functions comply with ISO 13849-1, ISO 10218-1 and ISO/TS 15066, with a stand-alone safety controller rated PL d, Category 3. It is listed from USD 27,500.
Pros
12 kg payload with a 1200 mm working radius
±0.03 mm repeatability
5 m/s max. linear speed
Any angle mounting
24 digital inputs and outputs with 10 safety I/O channels on the controller
Cons
The 12 kg payload includes the gripper and tooling
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Starting price is above the FAIRINO FR10 (from USD 10,199)
Who It Is For
The DOBOT CR12A fits machine shops and manufacturers automating machine tending, handling and assembly. Buyers focused on price should also compare it with the FAIRINO FR10.
Full review: DOBOT CR12A Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 12 kg Cobot




























