KUKA KR 8 R1440-2 arc HW industrial robot with KR C5-2 controller

KUKA KR 8 R1440-2 arc HW with KR C5-2 controller is a hollow-wrist 6-axis process robot from the KR CYBERTECH nano ARC family, offering a rated payload of 8 kg and a maximum reach of 1441 mm.

The KR CYBERTECH nano ARC family is optimized for process applications that benefit from a slim hollow wrist and protected media routing. Routing welding cables and process hoses through the wrist reduces the external interference contour and helps improve accessibility around fixtures. The low-payload architecture is especially suitable for welding torches and other compact path tools.

Within the family, the KR 8 R1440-2 arc HW configuration is positioned for applications that require 8 kg of payload capacity and a 1441 mm working reach. Its nominal positioning repeatability is ±0.04 mm. The final usable payload depends on the complete tool and workpiece load case, including center of gravity, inertia and any supplementary loads on the arm.

A complete welding or process cell still requires matching dress packs, power sources, safety equipment, extraction and process software. Controller compatibility differs by exact ARC variant, so the model-level qualification in this dataset must be retained.

Controller compatibility: KUKA’s current product data lists this exact model with KR C5-2 support. The controller field is recorded as KR C5 / KR C5-2 so that previous-generation and new-generation controller options are not confused. Software packages, safety functions, fieldbus interfaces and operating-system release must still be confirmed for the final delivered configuration.

Typical applications

• MIG/MAG welding
• TIG welding
• laser welding
• brazing
• adhesive application
• path-controlled inspection

For a Eurobots project, this robot can be considered for new automation cells, replacement studies, robot-track installations, process trials and technical pre-selection. Final engineering should be based on the exact KUKA article number, load diagram, mounting position, environmental version and controller software package.