# Kassow Robots KR1018

Hardware · `KR1018` · verification: source checked

The KR1018 is a seven-axis collaborative robot arm with an 18.0 kg payload and a 1000 mm reach, described as the compact model for heavy loads. It is programmed through a tablet-based Android interface and offers ROS/ROS2 and PROFINET interfaces. Overload sensors and joint-torque-based collision detection support operation in shared workspaces.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | collaborative robot |
| Axes | 7 |
| Payload | 18 kg |
| Reach | 1000 mm |
| Weight | 38 kg |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Kassow Robots](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/kassow-robots.md)
- Protocols: [PROFINET](https://machineschema.com/protocol/profinet.md)

## Safety

- Collisions are detected by two independent subsystems: at controller level by calculating the torques expected on all joints, and at joint level by a control loop that controls position using torque.
- If the torque requested by the control loop differs from the static torque by more than a threshold, the robot goes to emergency stop and an error is shown.
- The cobots are equipped with sensors that detect overload.
- A risk assessment analysis has to be done before operation.

## Study notes

- Seven axes allow an infinite number of elbow positions for a given end-effector position.
- Interfaces stated: ROS / ROS2 and PROFINET.
- Programming uses a modern tablet-based interface on the Android system with block-based programming and a split-screen concept.
- Footprint of the standard base as stated: 160 x 160 mm.
- Joint speed as stated: 170 / 225 deg/s.
- Capability bundles (Cbuns) are available for OnRobot, Robotiq, Pickit and Sick2d peripherals.
- REMII offline programming emulates the full robot system on a computer without a teach pendant.
- CBunX framework lets partners build customised user interfaces.
- Page also names KR1240 and KR1824 in the product listing but gives no specifications for them.

## Sources

1. [7 Axis Collaborative Robot Arm | KR Series | Kassow Robots](https://www.kassowrobots.com/products/7-axis-collaborative-robot-arm-kr-series) (accessed 2026-10-26)

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