KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 Overview
The KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 is a 6-axis industrial robot with a payload of 20 kg, a maximum reach of 3101 mm and a pose repeatability of ±0.05 mm. It is designed for medium-payload work such as handling, machine tending, machining and welding, with a large working envelope for its footprint. The robot weighs about 549 kg, is installed on the floor, ceiling or wall or at an angle and runs on the KUKA KR C5 controller.
Key Specifications
Specification | KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 |
Manufacturer | KUKA |
Model | KR IONTEC KR 20 |
Category | Robot arm / Industrial 6-axis robot |
Payload | 20 kg |
Reach | 3101 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Axes (DoF) | 6 |
Controller | KUKA KR C5 |
Interfaces | PROFINET; PROFIsafe; EtherNet/IP; CIP Safety; EtherCAT; PROFIBUS; DeviceNet; Ethernet; digital I/O 24 V |
Certifications | ISO 10218-1; ISO 13849-1 Cat. 3 / PL d; UL/CSA |
Price | From USD 58,000 |
Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Applications
Material handling
Machine tending
Assembly
Packaging
Inspection
Dispensing
Industries
Automotive · Electronics · Metalworking · Plastics · Food and beverage · Pharmaceuticals · Logistics
Technical Details
6 axes
Payload 20 kg
Reach 3101 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Weight 549 kg
Mounting floor, ceiling, wall, angle
Controller KR C5
KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 Review Summary
KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 is a Industrial 6-axis robot built around 20 kg payload capacity and 3101 mm reach. The product listing associates it with material handling, machine tending, assembly. The main selection question is whether its published working envelope and controller fit the intended cell.
For buyers comparing automation options, this model is best evaluated against the part mass, tool mass, cycle path and installation geometry together. The catalog price is a starting point and does not describe a complete integrated cell.
Pros
Payload and reach: 20 kg payload capacity with 3101 mm reach.
Application fit: the catalog lists material handling, machine tending, assembly.
Controller: KUKA KR C5
Cons
System sizing: payload, reach, end effector and installation requirements must be validated together.
Who It Is For
The KR IONTEC KR 20 merits evaluation by manufacturers whose task matches the listed 20 kg payload, 3101 mm reach and 6-axis motion, especially for material handling, machine tending, assembly. It suits a project team ready to validate cycle performance, controller configuration, tooling and safety requirements before purchase.
Full review: KUKA KR IONTEC KR 20 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 20 kg Robot
