# Universal Robots UR16e

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The Universal Robots UR16e is a six-axis collaborative robot arm with a 16 kg maximum payload and a 900 mm reach. It is programmed through the PolyScope 5 or PolyScope X graphical interface on a 12-inch touchscreen, with power and I/O provided by a separate control box. Pose repeatability is ±0.05 mm under ISO 9283.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | collaborative robot |
| Axes | 6 |
| Payload | 16 kg |
| Reach | 900 mm |
| Repeatability | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 33.1 kg |
| Max TCP speed | 3000 mm/s |
| Power consumption | 0.585 kW |
| IP rating | IP54 |
| Operating temp min | 0 °C |
| Operating temp max | 50 °C |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Universal Robots](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/universal-robots.md)
- Protocols: [EtherNet/IP](https://machineschema.com/protocol/ethernet-ip.md), [Modbus TCP](https://machineschema.com/protocol/modbus-tcp.md), [PROFINET](https://machineschema.com/protocol/profinet.md)

## Safety

- 21 configurable safety functions; PLd Category 3 in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.
- At ambient temperatures above 35 °C the robot may operate at reduced speed and performance.

## Study notes

- Programming is done via PolyScope 5 GUI or PolyScope X GUI on a 12-inch touchscreen.
- Joint ranges are ±360° for all joints except the Elbow, which is ±160°.
- Maximum joint speed is 120 °/s for the Base and Shoulder joints and 180 °/s for all other joints.
- Force torque sensor accuracy is 5.5 N.
- Repeatability of ±0.05 mm is stated per ISO 9283.
- Footprint is Ø190 mm; arm materials are aluminium and PC/ASA plastic.
- Control box power source is 100-240 VAC, 47-440 Hz.
- Control box I/O: 16 digital in, 16 digital out, 2 analog in, 2 analog out; I/O power supply 24 V 2 A.
- Tool I/O: 2 digital in, 2 digital out, 2 analog in; power supply 2 A (dual pin) / 1 A (single pin) at 12 V/24 V.
- System update frequency is 500 Hz; Short-Circuit Current Rating (SCCR) is 200 A.
- Noise: robot arm less than 65 dB(A), control box less than 50 dB(A).
- Other communication interfaces: USB 2.0, USB 3.0 and RS-485 tool communication.

## Sources

1. [Technical Specifications UR16e](https://www.universal-robots.com/manuals/EN/HTML/SW10_12_1/Content/prod-usr-man/complianceUR16e/H_g5_sections/appendix_g5/tech_spec_sheet.htm) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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