UR Gen 7 Cobot Platform Simplifies Camera and Sensor Integration

Universal Robots' Gen 7 pairs 3 g-Series arms with a CB7 Core controller offering 40% more compute in a 30% smaller footprint.
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Sept. 23, 2026
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Gen 7 robotic platform

Gen 7 robotic platform

Adding AI-driven vision and sensing to a robot cell typically means routing cables for cameras and high-bandwidth sensors to the end of the arm, then adding external switches to connect the robot to PLCs, MES platforms, and vision systems. Gen 7 is a seventh-generation collaborative robot platform that redesigns the robot arm tool flange, controller, teach pendant, and operating system to support AI-driven vision, sensing, and force-controlled applications.

The platform adds 3 g-Series robot arms:

  • UR10g-1750, with a 22 lb (10 kg) payload and 69 in (1,750 mm) reach
  • UR17g-1300, with a 37.5 lb (17 kg) payload and 51 in (1,300 mm) reach
  • UR18g-950, with a 39.7 lb (18 kg) payload and 37 in (950 mm) reach

The g-Series tool flange delivers data, power, and safety directly to the tool, eliminating cabling complexity when connecting cameras and high-bandwidth sensors so AI models can run in real time with the robot. Built-in force-torque sensing, impedance control, and Real-Time Data Exchange (RTDE) give the robot a sense of touch for dexterous manipulation and force-sensitive assembly.

Universal Robots debuted the Gen 7 robotic platform at IMTS 2026.

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The CB7 Core controller provides 40% more compute power in a 30% smaller footprint than previous generations. It supports multinetwork communication with PLCs, HMIs, MES platforms, industrial PCs, and vision systems, reducing the need for external switches. The controller is available as a standalone control box or as a compact version for integration into an automation cabinet, and it is compatible with e-Series and UR Series robot arms.

The PolyScope X robot operating system provides programming tools, ISO 10218-1 safety functionality, and cybersecurity compliance. Open APIs and ROS2 communication allow programmers to build and deploy edge-AI applications using industrial PCs and external AI processing. Additional software packages add functions such as ProfiSafe, OPC UA, and logic programs, along with access to third-party application software such as Rocketfarm Pally and Inbolt 3D Vision Guidance.

The TP7 Core teach pendant is more than 20% lighter than previous generations and includes multiple grip positions, configurable smart buttons, a full HD display, and a virtual joystick.

The SP7 Smart Panel tool flange interface allows programming directly at the tool flange, with safety-compliant freedrive, LED lights, and three configurable input buttons that run PolyScope X Smart Skills, reducing setup and programming time in high-mix, low-volume production where touch-to-teach and operator interaction are frequent.

Safety functions provide a PLd, Category 3 certified architecture per ISO 13849-1. All g-Series robots are TÜV certified to ISO 10218-1 and UL 1740, and the platform's software is developed under secure development practices certified to IEC 62443-4-1 ML3.

Applications

  • Dexterous manipulation
  • Force-sensitive assembly
  • Camera and sensor integration at the tool
  • 3D vision guidance
  • Edge-AI application deployment
  • Touch-to-teach programming at the tool flange

Industries

  • Industrial automation
  • High-mix, low-volume production

Who It's For

  • End-of-arm cameras and sensors without added cabling
  • Direct PLC, MES, and vision system connectivity
  • ROS2 or open-API application development
  • Controller upgrade for e-Series or UR Series arms
  • Frequent changeovers requiring fast teaching
  • PLd, Category 3 safety and cybersecurity requirements

Features:

  • 3 g-Series arms: UR10g-1750, UR17g-1300, and UR18g-950
  • Payloads of 22 to 40 lb (10 to 18 kg)
  • Reach of 37 to 69 in (950 to 1,750 mm)
  • Tool flange delivers data, power, and safety to the tool
  • Built-in force-torque sensing and impedance control
  • Real-Time Data Exchange (RTDE)
  • CB7 Core controller with 40% more compute power
  • 30% smaller controller footprint than previous generations
  • Multinetwork communication with PLCs, HMIs, MES, industrial PCs, and vision systems
  • Standalone control box or compact cabinet-mount controller
  • Controller compatible with e-Series and UR Series arms
  • PolyScope X operating system with open APIs and ROS2 communication
  • Optional ProfiSafe, OPC UA, and logic program packages
  • TP7 Core teach pendant more than 20% lighter than previous generations
  • Full HD pendant display with virtual joystick and configurable smart buttons
  • SP7 Smart Panel with safety-compliant freedrive and three configurable buttons
  • PLd, Category 3 safety architecture per ISO 13849-1
  • TÜV certified to ISO 10218-1 and UL 1740
  • Software developed to IEC 62443-4-1 ML3 secure development practices

Universal Robots
Novi, MI
(844) 462-6268
[email protected]
universal-robots.com

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