The FANUC CRX-5iA collaborative robot, or cobot, is engineered to work safely and effectively alongside people in educational and manufacturing environments. It is an ideal solution for schools and training centers with limited robotics experience. With a 5 kg payload and a 994 mm reach, this cobot excels at tasks like material handling, machine tending, and pick and place operations. The CRX series introduces a modern FANUC programming interface that uses simple drag and drop commands on a touchscreen teach pendant. This intuitive system removes common barriers to learning robotics. Built on proven FANUC technology, the CRX-5iA is exceptionally reliable and requires no maintenance for up to eight years, making it a dependable tool for any technical education program.
Students using the CRX-5iA will develop foundational skills in modern manufacturing and automation. They will learn to program a six axis robot using an intuitive, tablet based interface, moving beyond theoretical knowledge to practical application. Core applications include setting up and executing machine tending sequences, programming precise pick and pack pathways, and integrating the robot with other equipment. This hands on experience prepares students for technical careers by teaching them the fundamentals of collaborative automation, workplace safety, and efficient system operation. A food grade model is also available, opening opportunities to learn about automation in sanitary environments.
| Product dimensions | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Product weight | 25 kg |
| Applicable education levels | Career and Technical Education, Post Secondary, Workforce Development |
| Max payload | 5 kg |
| Reach | 994 mm |
| Axes | 6 |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
| Mounting method | Floor, wall, inverted |
| J1 motion range | 400° |
| J2 motion range | 360° |
| J3 motion range | 635° |
| J4 motion range | 380° |
| J5 motion range | 360° |
| J6 motion range | 450° |
| Maximum speed (collaborative mode) | 1000 mm/sec |
| Maximum speed (high speed mode) | 2000 mm/sec |
| Allowable J4 wrist load | 19 Nm / .077 Kg.m² |
| Allowable J5 wrist load | 15.4 Nm / 0.5 Kg.m² |
| Allowable J6 wrist load | 6.7 Nm / 0.1 Kg.m² |
| Input power source (VAC) | 100-120 or 200-240 |
| Body protection | IP67 |
| Wrist and J3 arm protection | IP67 |
Aidex is proud to supply the FANUC CRX-5iA to learning institutions across the Midwest. We are committed to equipping educators and students in the region with the industry leading tools they need to succeed in technical fields.
While a specific curriculum is determined by the educational institution, the CRX-5iA is ideal for teaching core robotics principles. These include collaborative robot programming using drag and drop interfaces, automation safety standards, material handling, machine tending, and basic system integration with peripherals like grippers and vision systems.
The target audience includes students in high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, community and technical colleges, and university engineering or manufacturing programs. It is also excellent for workforce development and retraining programs for manufacturers new to automation.
Yes. The CRX-5iA is a collaborative robot, or cobot, designed to work safely alongside people. It features advanced sensors that stop the robot upon contact with a person or object, eliminating the need for traditional safety fences in most applications. This makes it ideal for hands on educational environments.
It features a new FANUC programming interface with simple drag and drop technology on a touchscreen teach pendant. This intuitive system allows students and instructors with little to no robotics experience to create programs and operate the robot quickly.
This indicates the CRX series is built for industrial reliability. It is designed to operate for up to eight years without requiring routine maintenance, ensuring maximum uptime and a low total cost of ownership for educational institutions.
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