Franka Research 3 - Collaborative 7-axis robot for research & teaching
The Franka Research 3 (FR3) is a sensitive, collaborative lightweight robot for universities, laboratories and R&D teams. Thanks to 7 axes and force/torque sensors in all joints, the FR3 interacts safely and precisely with its environment - ideal for human-robot collaboration, haptics experiments, AI-supported gripping strategies and robotic learning.
Highlights at a glance
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7 DoF lightweight arm with integrated force/torque sensors in all 7 axes
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Franka Control Interface (FCI) - direct, near-real-time control including ROS integration
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OPC UA server on the controller for easy integration into industrial and laboratory IT systems
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Franka Hand (2-finger gripper) included - can be used quickly for gripping tasks
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Basic App Package - drag & drop programming without code, perfect for practicals & teaching
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Fast teaching via hand guidance, sensitive impedance control, safe interaction
Why FR3?
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Sensitive manipulation: Consistently torque/force-sensitive - ideal for contact tasks, assembly, polishing, latching, insertion, cable insertion and much more.
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Open for research: Low-threshold entry with apps, seamless transition to ROS/FCI for your own controllers, trajectories and learning procedures.
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System and IT-friendly: OPC UA enables standardized communication with SCADA/MES, laboratory systems and digital twins.
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Ready to go quickly: Franka Hand (2-finger) and Basic App Package included - unpack, teach, experiment.
Technical core data
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Kinematics: 7 degrees of freedom (7-axis arm)
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Sensors: force/torque sensors in all 7 joints
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Payload: up to 3 kg
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Reach: approx. 855 mm
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Repeat accuracy: up to ±0.1 mm
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Gripper: Franka hand (2-finger gripper) included
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Control & interfaces:
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Franka Control Interface (FCI) - C++/ROS connection, near-real-time control
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OPC UA server - standardized, secure communication
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Ethernet (TCP/IP); compatible with typical vision / AI workflows
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Programming:
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Basic App Package (drag & drop programming, no/low code)
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ROS integration via FCI; ideal for Python/C++ workflows, custom controllers and planners
Scope of delivery
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Franka Research 3 robot arm (7-axis)
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Robot controller with OPC UA server
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Franka hand (2-finger gripper) incl. adapter/connection material
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Basic app package for drag & drop programming
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Mains and connection cable, quick start guide
