KUKA LBR MED 7 R800
Robot details
The KUKA LBR Med 7 R800 is a 7‑axis collaborative medical robot specifically engineered for medical, biomedical, and laboratory environments where precision, safety, and sensitive force control are critical.
Certified for use in medical settings, the LBR Med combines a redundant 7‑degree‑of‑freedom kinematic structure, integrated torque sensors on every joint, and a compact, hygienic design that enables safe, direct human‑robot interaction without physical barriers.
Thanks to its advanced control architecture, the LBR Med 7 R800 can operate in close proximity to humans, delicate instruments, and medical devices, maintaining highly accurate real‑time control of applied forces and motion. This makes it particularly suitable for applications requiring controlled contact, compliance, and repeatable precision.
Unlike traditional industrial robots, the LBR Med 7 R800 is optimized for smooth, controlled, and predictable motion rather than aggressive speed. Axis velocities and forces can be precisely limited and adapted to each application, ensuring maximum safety and process stability.
The 7‑axis kinematic design provides enhanced dexterity, complex tool orientations, and improved access to confined spaces, offering significantly greater flexibility compared to conventional 6‑axis robotic systems.
✅ Typical Applications
The KUKA LBR Med 7 R800 is designed for environments where precision, safety, and collaboration are essential, including:
- Medical and surgical robotics
- Assistance during clinical procedures
- Handling of medical and surgical instruments
- Laboratory automation
- Assembly of biomedical and medical devices
- Research and development (R&D)
- Precision testing and component validation
- Direct human‑robot collaboration in controlled environments
It is ideally suited for hospitals, laboratories, research centers, and biomedical companies operating in regulated sectors.
✅ Controller & Software
The robot is controlled by the KUKA Sunrise Cabinet Med, a dedicated controller designed specifically for collaborative medical robots.
Powered by KUKA Sunrise.OS Med, the controller enables:
- Advanced force and torque control in real time
- Safe human‑robot interaction
- High‑precision motion control for sensitive tasks
- Compliance with medical and laboratory requirements
Unlike standard industrial controllers, the Sunrise Cabinet Med is optimized for contact‑sensitive applications, making it suitable for clinical and scientific use cases.
Robot applications
General Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Robot type | Collaborative medical robot |
| Axes | 7 (redundant kinematics) |
| Payload | 7 kg |
| Maximum reach | 800 mm |
| Application class | Medical, biomedical, laboratory |
| Human‑robot interaction | Direct, collaborative |
| Design |
Compact, medical‑grade surface |
Accuracy & Control
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Positioning concept | Torque‑controlled joints |
| Sensors | Integrated torque sensors on all axes |
| Force control | Real‑time force and torque control |
| Motion behavior | Smooth, compliant, contact‑sensitive |
| Safety concept | Speed, force, and torque limits configurable per application |
Controller & Software
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Controller | KUKA Sunrise Cabinet Med |
| Operating system | KUKA Sunrise.OS Med |
| Programming environment | Java‑based (KUKA Sunrise API) |
| Control features | Force, torque, impedance control |
| Compliance | Designed for regulated medical environments |
