KUKA KR IONTEC KR 50 Overview
The KUKA KR IONTEC KR 50 is a 6-axis industrial robot with a payload of 50 kg, a maximum reach of 2101 mm or 2501 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. It 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 50 |
Manufacturer | KUKA |
Model | KR IONTEC KR 50 |
Category | Robot arm / Industrial 6-axis robot |
Payload | 50 kg |
Reach | 2101 mm / 2501 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 64,000 |
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 50 kg
Reach 2101 mm / 2501 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Mounting floor, ceiling, wall, angle
Controller KR C5
KUKA KR IONTEC KR 50 Review Summary
KUKA KR IONTEC KR 50 is a Industrial 6-axis robot built around 50 kg payload capacity and 2101 mm / 2501 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: 50 kg payload capacity with 2101 mm / 2501 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 50 merits evaluation by manufacturers whose task matches the listed 50 kg payload, 2101 mm / 2501 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 50 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 50 kg Robot
