Hanwha Robotics HCR-5 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Hanwha Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | HCR-5 |
| Year | 2019 |
| Category | Industrial Lite |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Weight | 22 kg |
| Payload | 5 kg |
| Reach | 915 mm |
| Connectivity | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, Ethernet, Profinet |
| Country of origin | KR |
Key features
- 6-axis collaborative robot
- 5kg payload, 915mm reach
- IP54 protection
- ISO/TS 15066 safety compliance
- 22kg robot body
- ±0.05mm repeatability
- Floor, ceiling, wall mounting
What is it?
The Hanwha HCR-5 is the general-purpose model in Hanwha's HCR cobot series, rated at 5kg payload and 915mm reach. It represents the core volume product in Hanwha's cobot portfolio, targeting the most common SME automation task profile.
Who is it for?
SME manufacturers deploying collaborative automation for assembly, machine tending, packaging, and inspection. Integrators building flexible workcells where the 5kg payload and 915mm reach cover the majority of light manufacturing tasks.
Key specs
- Axes: 6
- Payload: 5 kg
- Reach: 915 mm
- Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
- Weight: 22 kg
- Safety: Power-and-force limiting (ISO/TS 15066)
- IP rating: IP54
- Mounting: Floor, ceiling, wall
How it compares
The HCR-5 competes directly with the Universal Robots UR5e (5kg, 850mm reach). The HCR-5's 915mm reach is longer than the UR5e's 850mm. Hanwha's competitive pricing and growing Asian distribution make it a credible UR alternative for price-sensitive integrators.
FAQ
How does the Hanwha HCR-5 compare to the Universal Robots UR5e?
The HCR-5 offers 915mm reach vs the UR5e's 850mm — a 65mm advantage for the same 5kg payload. Hanwha is typically priced competitively against UR in Asian markets. Universal Robots has a larger global ecosystem of certified peripherals and integrators.
What is the IP rating of the Hanwha HCR-5?
The HCR-5 is IP54 rated, providing protection against dust ingress and water spray from any direction.
What applications is the HCR-5 suited for?
Assembly, machine tending, packaging, material handling, quality inspection, and screwdriving tasks in light manufacturing environments.