UR Gen 7 Cobot Platform Simplifies Camera and Sensor Integration
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.
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