Fairino Cobot (FR16)

Most cobots ask you to choose between a strong arm and a small footprint. The Fairino Cobot (FR16) is built to refuse that choice: it lifts a heavy load, yet sits on a base only 190 mm wide, so it fits into cells where space is tight and every square meter counts.

The product is available through this page, by quotation.

Background

FAIRINO and the FR-series

FAIRINO builds collaborative robots in a numbered family, and the FR16 sits in the heavier part of that range. The family idea is simple: one way of programming, one control approach and one set of integration habits across several arm sizes. A plant can learn the system once and then pick the arm whose payload and reach suit each workstation. You can browse the wider range on the Fairino page, or compare it with other collaborative arms in the Cobots category.

For teams in the Caribbean, this matters in a practical way. Workshops, packing halls and small factories often start with one robot and add more later. Keeping the same software and the same style of work from the first arm to the next saves training time and avoids surprises.

Positioning of the FR16

The FR16 is described by its maker as a robust yet compact arm. It has six rotary joints and a sealed aluminum-steel structure, and it can be mounted in any orientation. That freedom lets you place it on a floor, a wall, a ceiling or a machine frame, and it allows dense cell layouts.

The payload is rated at 16 kg. The manufacturer states that it can be extended to 20 kg when you follow the load-curve guidelines, either by using Time-Optimal Mode or by limiting the working range. The standard arm is rated IP54, and an optional IP65 version is available for dusty or humid environments. Programming is open: a WebApp handles no-code workflows, and SDKs serve those who prefer scripts.

Technical Specifications

Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the power consumption of the robot arm, the cable length of the arm, or the safety certifications and collision detection details; they are confirmed at quotation.

What makes the FR16 different from a light-duty cobot?

The difference starts with the load. A small cobot may handle a part easily, but once you add a gripper, a cable pack and the part itself, the margin disappears. The FR16 gives you a 16 kg rating, so the tool and the work piece can both be heavy and the arm still has room to move. When your process needs a bit more, the manufacturer's load-curve guidelines describe how to reach 20 kg by using Time-Optimal Mode or by limiting the working range.

The second difference is the shape of the envelope. The reach is 1034 mm, and the base is only 190 mm. The arm weighs about 40 kg, which is modest for the work it does. This combination suits cells built around a machine, a pallet or a conveyor, where the arm must reach a lot but cannot take much floor.

The third is precision. A repeatability of ±0.03 mm, with a TCP speed of 1 m/s, means the arm is not just strong; it returns to the same point again and again. That matters for screwdriving, dispensing and assembly, where a heavy tool still has to land in the same spot.

If your parts are light and your tools are small, a smaller arm may be enough. The Fairino FR5 Collaborative Robot (Cobot) and the Fairino FR10 Collaborative Robot (Cobot) are worth a look in that case.

What does the IP65 option change?

The standard FR16 is rated IP54. For a clean, dry hall that is the natural choice. Many sites in the Caribbean are not like that: salt-laden air, humidity, dust from sanding or cutting, and washdown routines are part of daily life. For dusty or humid environments the manufacturer offers an optional IP65 version.

Whichever version you pick, the arm is specified to operate from 0–45 °C at up to 90% RH, non-condensing. Tell us about the room, the process and the cleaning routine when you ask for a quotation, so that the right version is quoted from the start.

Who is the Fairino Cobot (FR16) for?

Machine shops and CNC operators will find the arm useful for tending machines: loading blanks, unloading finished parts and moving between stations without a guard cage for every job. Packaging lines and distribution centers can use the payload for palletizing and heavy pick and place, where a lighter arm would be at its limit.

System integrators will value the open side of the product. Modbus TCP and Profinet support, together with an open SDK for C++, Python and C#, makes it possible to tie the arm into an existing line. Teams with less programming experience can start with the WebApp and its no-code workflows, and move to scripts later.

Workshops with lighter loads may be better served by a smaller arm, while those who need even more payload or reach can look at the Fairino Cobot (FR20) or the Fairino Cobot (FR30). For the smallest tasks, the Fairino Cobot (FR3) is also listed in our range.

What is the Fairino Cobot (FR16) used for?

1. Palletizing. Stack boxes and bags on a pallet with a payload that leaves room for the gripper.
2. CNC and machine tending. Load and unload parts so that the machine keeps running between operator visits.
3. Heavy pick and place. Move larger or heavier parts between stations, or several parts at once.
4. Screwdriving and dispensing. Repeat the same point with a steady tool, using the ±0.03 mm repeatability.
5. Sanding and deburring. Carry a process tool along a part, with the IP65 option for dusty work.
6. Assembly, inspection and packaging. Place components, present parts to a camera or gauge, and fill cartons.

Pricing and Availability

We do not publish prices on this page. Please request a quotation, and tell us the application, the version you need (IP54 or optional IP65) and where the arm will be installed. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with the quotation, so you receive one complete answer. The Fairino Cobot (FR16) is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the payload of the FR16?

The rated payload is 16 kg. The manufacturer states that it can be extended to 20 kg when you follow the load-curve guidelines, using Time-Optimal Mode or limiting the working range.

Is the FR16 available with a higher protection rating?

Yes. The standard arm is rated IP54, and an optional IP65 version is offered for dusty or humid environments.

How is the FR16 programmed?

You can use the WebApp for no-code workflows, or write advanced scripts through the SDKs. The SDKs and APIs are included, and the software is license-free.

Which languages and protocols are supported?

The open SDK covers C++, Python and C#. The arm supports Modbus TCP and Profinet as standard communication protocols.

What is included with the arm?

You receive the cobot arm, the controller, the buttonbox, the software and standard support for startup and integration.

Can the FR16 be mounted on a wall or ceiling?

Yes. The manufacturer states that any mounting orientation is possible, and the 190 mm base helps with dense cell layouts.

Where can I buy the Fairino Cobot (FR16) and what does it cost?

You can request it through this page, by quotation. The cost depends on the version, the options and the delivery, so we confirm it in the quotation rather than printing a number here.

Summary

The Fairino Cobot (FR16) answers a common problem: you need a strong arm, but you cannot give up the floor space. It combines a 16 kg payload, a 1034 mm reach and ±0.03 mm repeatability in a compact structure with a 190 mm base. With open software, standard protocols and an optional IP65 version, it fits many different jobs, from palletizing to dispensing. To discuss your application and receive a quotation, this page is the starting point.