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Dobot CR A Series - User Manual

Dobot CR A Series
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Issue: V1.3
Date: 2023-09-14
Shenzhen Yuejiang Technology Co., Ltd.|China

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety

1.1 Liability

Discusses responsibilities and limitations of Dobot regarding robot system safety.

1.1.1 Validity and Responsibility

Defines integrator responsibilities for safety laws, regulations, and hazard elimination.

1.1.2 Limitation of Liability

States that safety info is not a warranty; robot may cause injury/damage.

1.1.3 Intended Use

Specifies industrial use, collaborative operation, and prohibited applications.

1.2 Safety warning signs

Explains various safety warning signs used in the document and on the product.

1.3 General safety

Provides essential safety instructions for operating the robot system for the first time.

1.4 Personal safety

Offers crucial precautions for ensuring operator safety during robot system operation.

1.5 Emergency

Covers emergency procedures, including stop switch function and recovery.

1.5.1 Emergency stop switch

Explains the function of the emergency stop switch for immediate robot motion halt.

1.5.2 Emergency recovery

Details the process of unlocking the emergency stop and resuming robot operation.

Transportation

Product Introduction

3.1 Overview

Presents an overview of the robot system, including arm, controller, and cables.

3.2 Robot arm

Describes the composition and structure of the CR A series robot arm.

3.2.1 Composition

Details the components of the robot arm, including joints, arms, and interfaces.

3.2.2 End buttons and indicator lights

Explains the function and operation of buttons and indicator lights on the robot arm end.

3.3 Controller

Introduces the controller models CC262 and CC263 for the robot arm.

3.4 Operation terminal

Outlines the PC and App requirements for operating the robot system.

Product Features

4.1 Coordinate system

Explains the different coordinate systems used for robot arm operation and programming.

4.1.1 Joint coordinate system

Defines the joint coordinate system based on the robot arm's motion joints.

4.1.2 User coordinate system

Describes the custom workpiece or workbench coordinate system definition.

4.1.3 Tool coordinate system

Defines the tool coordinate system based on the tool center point (TCP) and end flange.

4.2 Home posture

Explains the robot arm's home posture and how to calibrate it.

4.3 Singularity Point

Discusses singularity points that can affect robot arm movement and control.

4.3.1 Shoulder singularity

Details the conditions leading to shoulder singularity in the robot arm.

4.3.2 Elbow singularity

Explains the conditions causing elbow singularity in the robot arm.

4.3.3 Wrist singularity

Describes the conditions leading to wrist singularity in the robot arm.

4.4 Emergency stop time and distance

Provides data on robot arm braking time and distance during emergency stops.

Mechanical Specifications

5.1 CR3 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR3A robot arm.

5.1.1 CR3 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR3A robot arm.

5.1.2 CR3 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR3A robot arm.

5.1.3 CR3 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR3A robot arm.

5.1.4 CR3 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR3A robot arm.

5.2 CR5 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR5A robot arm.

5.2.1 CR5 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR5A robot arm.

5.2.2 CR5 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR5A robot arm.

5.2.3 CR5 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR5A robot arm.

5.2.4 CR5 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR5A robot arm.

5.3 CR7 A dimensions

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR7A robot arm.

5.3.1 CR7 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR7A robot arm.

5.3.2 CR7 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR7A robot arm.

5.3.3 CR7 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR7A robot arm.

5.3.4 CR7 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR7A robot arm.

5.4 CR10 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working range for the CR10A robot arm.

5.4.1 CR10 A dimensions and working range

Provides detailed dimensions and working range diagrams for the CR10A robot arm.

5.4.2 CR10 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR10A robot arm.

5.4.3 CR10 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR10A robot arm.

5.4.4 CR10 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR10A robot arm.

5.5 CR12 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR12A robot arm.

5.5.1 CR12 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR12A robot arm.

5.5.2 CR12 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR12A robot arm.

5.5.3 CR12 A end flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR12A robot arm.

5.5.4 CR12 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR12A robot arm.

5.6 CR16 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR16A robot arm.

5.6.1 CR16 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR16A robot arm.

5.6.2 CR16 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR16A robot arm.

5.6.3 CR16 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR16A robot arm.

5.6.4 CR16 A load curve

Explains how to interpret and use load curves for the CR16A robot arm.

5.7 CR20 A mechanical specifications

Details the dimensions and working space for the CR20A robot arm.

5.7.1 CR20 A dimensions and working space

Provides detailed dimensions and working space diagrams for the CR20A robot arm.

5.7.2 CR20 A base installation dimensions

Shows base mounting dimensions for the CR20A robot arm.

5.7.3 CR20 A flange dimensions

Details the end flange dimensions for the CR20A robot arm.

5.8 Controller dimensions

Provides dimensional specifications for the CC262 and CC263 robot controllers.

5.8.1 CC262 dimensions

Shows the external dimensions of the CC262 controller.

5.8.2 CC263 dimensions

Shows the external dimensions of the CC263 controller.

Electrical Features

6.1 Controller interface

Presents an overview of the electrical interfaces on the controller front panel.

6.1.1 Overview

Describes the electrical interfaces on the front side of the controller.

6.1.2 SmartPendant and emergency stop switch interface

Defines the pin assignments for connecting the SmartPendant or emergency stop switch.

6.1.3 I;O interface panel

Details the I/O interface panel with digital, analog, and safety I/O connections.

6.1.4 I;O interface power

Explains how to power the I/O interface using internal or external power supplies.

6.1.5 Digital I;O interface

Describes wiring for digital inputs (DI) and outputs (DO).

6.1.6 Analog I;O interface

Details the wiring for analog inputs (AI) and outputs (AO).

6.1.7 Remote switch interface

Explains how to remotely control the controller power on/off.

6.1.8 Encoder I;O interface

Guides on connecting an encoder for displacement measurement.

6.1.9 RS485 interface

Covers the use of the RS485 interface for Modbus RTU communication.

6.1.10 Safety I;O interface

Details the safety I/O interfaces for emergency stop and protective stop functions.

6.2 Robot interface

Describes the heavy-duty and tool I/O interfaces on the robot arm.

6.2.1 Heavy-duty interface

Details the pinouts and definitions for the robot arm's heavy-duty interface.

6.2.2 Tool I;O interface

Defines the pin distribution and definitions for the tool I/O aviation plug.

Installation and Use

7.1 Installation environment

Specifies the recommended environmental conditions for installing the robot and controller.

7.2 Unpacking

Guides on checking the shipping list and contents during unpacking.

7.3 Robot installation

Details the procedures for installing the robot arm in various postures.

7.3.1 Robot arm installation

Explains how to position and fix the robot arm base for installation.

7.3.2 Controller installation

Guides on placing and installing the robot controller for optimal heat dissipation and wiring.

7.3.3 Protective cover installation (optional)

Describes the process of installing an optional protective cover for the controller.

7.3.4 Tool installation

Explains how to fix and position tools on the robot arm's end flange.

7.4 Wiring

Provides step-by-step instructions for wiring the controller, robot arm, and power.

7.5 Debugging

Outlines the procedure for powering on, connecting, and debugging the robot arm.

Maintenance

8.1 Safety instructions

Lists safety procedures and warnings to be observed during robot maintenance.

8.2 Robot maintenance

Describes essential maintenance inspections and plans for long-term high performance.

Warranty

9.1 Product warranty

Explains the warranty coverage, duration, and procedures for claims.

9.2 Disclaimer

States Dobot's commitment to product improvement and disclaims responsibility for errors.

Appendix A Robot technical specifications

Table 1 CR3;5;7 A

Lists technical specifications for CR3, CR5, and CR7A robot models.

Table 2 CR10;12;16 A

Lists technical specifications for CR10A, CR12A, and CR16A robot models.

Table 3 CR20 A

Presents detailed technical specifications for the CR20A robot model.

Appendix B Controller technical specifications

Dobot CR A Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Degrees of Freedom6
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Protection LevelIP54
TypeCollaborative Robot
Safety FeaturesCollision detection, emergency stop
Communication InterfacesEthernet, USB, RS485, CAN
ProgrammingScripting
Operating Temperature0°C to 45°C
Control MethodTeach Pendant, PC, Mobile App

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