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Universal Robots UR3e

The Universal Robots UR3e is a compact collaborative robot arm built for assembly, testing, dispensing, screwdriving, inspection, laboratory automation, and small-part machine tending.

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Payload
3 kg
Max Speed
Up to 3 m/s TCP
Runtime
Mains powered
Navigation
PolyScope 5/X and hand-guiding
Environment
Indoor; IP54; 0–50 °C
Best For
Compact factory automation

OVERVIEW

The Universal Robots UR3e is a compact six-axis collaborative robot designed for bench automation, laboratories, electronics, testing, assembly, inspection, and small-part machine tending.

It combines a 3 kg payload, 500 mm reach, ±0.03 mm pose repeatability, an approximately 11.1 kg arm, IP54 protection, integrated force-torque sensing, and a very small Ø128 mm footprint.

The UR3e uses PolyScope programming, hand guiding, configurable safety functions, industrial communications, and the broad URCaps tooling ecosystem.

The UR3e is strongest in compact workcells where precise light-payload automation, straightforward programming, and broad tooling compatibility matter more than extended reach or high payload.

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APPLICATIONS AND USE CASE FIT

Cleaning
Warehouse transport
Material handling
Inspection
Security / patrol
Delivery / service runs
Palletizing / stacking
Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

3 kg payload

Handles small parts, tools, grippers, cameras, and laboratory equipment.

500 mm reach

Fits benches, test rigs, compact machines, and confined production workspaces.

±0.03 mm repeatability

Supports repeatable assembly, dispensing, testing, and inspection workflows.

Compact footprint

Ø128 mm base and approximately 11.1 kg arm simplify space-limited integration.

PolyScope programming

Graphical workflows, hand guiding, templates, and URCaps reduce programming effort.

Integrated safety

Configurable safety functions support risk-assessed collaborative and safeguarded cells.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Collaborative robot arm

Main purpose

Compact factory automation

Operating environment

Indoor; IP54; 0–50 °C

Deployment

Compact production cell and cobot workstation

Payload / load capacity

3 kg

Reach

500 mm

Mobility

Fixed robotic arm

Manipulation

End-effector dependent

Max speed

Up to 3 m/s TCP

Runtime

Mains powered

Power source

100–240 VAC; 150 W typical; 300 W max

Navigation / control

PolyScope 5/X and hand-guiding

Sensors

Wrist F/T, joint encoders; vision optional

Dimensions

Footprint: Ø128 mm

Weight

11.2 kg including cable

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Odense, Denmark
Worldwide via local offices and distributors
Manufacturer

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Universal Robots UR3e cost? +

The Universal Robots UR3e price is normally provided by quote rather than through one fixed global list price. The number shown online, when one exists, is not always the final delivered and usable cost. Buyers may also need to account for shipping, taxes, customs duties, batteries, controllers, software, subscriptions, tooling, installation, training, warranty, local support and application integration. The deployed cost changes when a gripper, screwdriver, dispenser, vision system, fixture, safety scanner, training or complete integration is added.

This is why two offers carrying the same product name can have very different total values. Before comparing prices, confirm the exact model or condition, regional eligibility, included hardware, required licences or cloud services, delivery terms, warranty and after-sales process. The better buying question is: what is included, what is excluded, and who supports the robot after delivery?

You can request Universal Robots UR3e pricing or a buying review through Anton Robots before placing an order.

Where can I buy the Universal Robots UR3e? +

You can buy or request the Universal Robots UR3e through Anton Robots. Anton Robots helps buyers check the real commercial route, compare legitimate packages, understand what is included and decide whether the Universal Robots UR3e is appropriate for the intended use case. The UR3e is an active commercial cobot supplied through Universal Robots and its authorised partner network.

Before buying or committing to a service, confirm the exact model, regional availability, included hardware, software, deployment, shipping, taxes, warranty, spare parts and technical support. A product page, reservation form or marketplace listing does not always mean that a unit is available for immediate delivery or ownership in every country. Professional buyers should compare the complete operating package and support route rather than choosing only the lowest displayed price. If the robot is for a business, school, university, laboratory or public-facing project, also verify deployment requirements and whether another robot would solve the task more reliably.

To start, request Universal Robots UR3e buying guidance through Anton Robots.

Where can I find a Universal Robots UR3e for sale? +

You can find the Universal Robots UR3e for sale through authorised partners, industrial distributors, integrators and marketplaces such as Anton Robots. However, finding a Universal Robots UR3e for sale or available for deployment is only the first step. Buyers should verify whether the offer is new, current, refurbished, used, rental-only, programme-limited, subject to qualification or dependent on an enterprise agreement. New and used offers should be compared by controller generation, software, operating hours, service history, included teach pendant and manufacturer support.

A useful comparison should cover the exact model, included accessories, software access, delivery country, expected lead time, warranty, replacement parts and who provides support after deployment. For education, research or business purchases, the supplier should also explain installation, training, data requirements and ongoing fees. Avoid treating a marketplace listing as proof of manufacturer support or local service.

If you are looking for the Universal Robots UR3e and want help checking the offer or finding an alternative, contact Anton Robots. We can also compare it with other robots in the same category.

Can I get a quote for the Universal Robots UR3e? +

Yes. You can request a Universal Robots UR3e quote through Anton Robots. A useful quote or commercial review should identify the exact model, ownership or service structure, included equipment, software, accessories, shipping assumptions, taxes or import notes, warranty, delivery estimate, training and available support. The proposal should state the robot, control box, teach pendant, gripper or tool, fixtures, safety system, integration, training and expected cycle time.

Buyers should provide the destination country, intended application, operating environment, required delivery date and any integration needs. That information helps determine whether the product is commercially obtainable and whether the proposed package is technically suitable. A cheaper quote can become more expensive once missing accessories, subscriptions, installation, fleet operations or local support are added. The proposal should also state who commissions the system and what happens if the robot cannot meet the intended workflow.

Anton Robots can help compare the Universal Robots UR3e against other relevant robots before purchase or deployment.

What is included when you buy or deploy the Universal Robots UR3e? +

A typical Universal Robots UR3e package or deployment normally includes the six-axis arm, control box, teach pendant, robot and power cables, PolyScope software and documentation. The exact contents can vary by country, seller, configuration, product condition and commercial programme, so buyers should not assume that every offer contains the same equipment or services. Before ordering, request a written package list covering:

  • UR3e robot arm
  • Control box and teach pendant
  • Robot, power and communication cables
  • PolyScope software and documentation
  • Gripper, screwdriver, dispenser or other tool
  • Mounting plate, fixture or mobile base
  • Safety equipment, integration and training
  • Shipping, warranty and after-sales support

The end effector and completed automation cell are normally separate unless the proposal explicitly includes them. Hardware, software and support are often separated in robotics purchases. A low advertised price may exclude the charger, controller, cloud plan, end effector, spare battery, installation, fleet operations or local warranty handling required for practical use. For business, education and research buyers, the complete operational package is more important than the headline price.

You can request an itemised Universal Robots UR3e offer or availability review through Anton Robots before committing.

What is the payload and reach of the Universal Robots UR3e? +

The UR3e has a 3 kg maximum payload and a 500 mm reach. The complete payload includes the workpiece, gripper, screwdriver, camera, brackets and cables, while the small Ø128 mm footprint suits confined installations. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. A 3 kg part cannot be carried with a substantial gripper without exceeding the rating, and reach must be measured to the real tool centre point.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify combined mass, centre of gravity, every required orientation, fixture location, cable routing and cycle time. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. It is strongest when the entire tool-and-part package remains comfortably below the limit.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Is the Universal Robots UR3e good for assembly and screwdriving? +

Yes, the UR3e is well suited to small-part assembly and screwdriving. Its repeatability, force-torque sensing, compact wrist and tooling ecosystem support insertion, fastening, dispensing and component handling on benches and lines. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. The cell still needs a compatible screwdriver, feeder, torque verification, fixtures and logic for missing or cross-threaded fasteners.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify fastener size, torque, approach angle, bit changing, part presentation, quality records and failed-cycle recovery. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. The robot should be evaluated as a complete assembly station rather than a bare arm.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Can the Universal Robots UR3e be used for machine tending? +

Yes, the UR3e can tend compact machines and laboratory equipment. It can load and unload small CNC machines, testers, presses and instruments where the opening and part mass fit its 500 mm workspace. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Larger doors, deep machine envelopes, coolant, chips or heavy fixtures may require a longer or more protected robot.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify machine opening, part and tool mass, reach, door automation, communications, fixtures, environment and restart logic. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. It is a strong option for small components and confined tending cells.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Is the Universal Robots UR3e suitable for laboratory automation? +

Yes, the UR3e is widely suited to laboratory and testing automation. Its compact footprint can serve instruments, sample fixtures, inspection stations and repetitive test workflows using grippers, pipetting tools or custom interfaces. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Cleanliness, chemical exposure, contamination, sample integrity and regulated validation depend on the full cell, not the cobot name.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify cleanroom requirement, materials, tool compatibility, sample mass, software interfaces, calibration, traceability and risk controls. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. It is valuable when an industrial cobot is needed in a small repeatable laboratory workspace.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

How do you program the Universal Robots UR3e? +

The UR3e is programmed through PolyScope using the teach pendant, graphical blocks and hand-guided waypoints. Users can create motion, force, I/O, pallet patterns and machine logic, while URCaps connect approved tools, cameras and process packages. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Easy programming does not automatically handle failed grasps, machine alarms, unsafe restarts, cybersecurity or regulated validation.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify PolyScope version, controller generation, compatible URCaps, user permissions, backups, data interfaces and training. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. It is one of the most accessible industrial cobot platforms for mixed technical teams.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Should I buy the Universal Robots UR3e or UR5e? +

Choose the UR3e for compact 3 kg bench work and the UR5e when the task needs greater payload and reach. The UR3e offers a 500 mm reach and very small footprint, while the UR5e provides a larger working envelope for machines, conveyors and heavier tooling. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. An oversized robot increases cost and space, while an undersized robot may run at its payload or reach limits and restrict future products.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify the complete tool-and-part load, machine depth, fixture positions, floor or bench space, cycle time and future requirements. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. Select the smallest model that retains a practical performance margin throughout the application.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Can the Universal Robots UR3e work safely around people? +

The UR3e includes configurable safety functions for risk-assessed collaborative applications. Safe planes, speed, force, joint limits and stopping behaviour can be configured and combined with scanners, barriers or interlocks. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. A sharp screwdriver, hot part, chemical, pinch point or exposed machine can make the complete application hazardous despite the collaborative arm.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify the task risk assessment, stopping tests, payload data, tool hazards, emergency stops, safe zones and operator procedures. A proper test should use the real objects, routes, users or process conditions instead of relying only on a showroom demonstration. Collaborative operation is a validated property of the completed application, not a guarantee from the robot alone.

You can request Universal Robots UR3e application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package before purchase or deployment.

Can the Universal Robots UR3e be shipped or deployed internationally? +

Yes, the Universal Robots UR3e can generally be supplied internationally through the regional partner network. Delivery depends on the destination country, production or stock status, freight method, battery rules, customs clearance, taxes, regional certifications and local service coverage. The base product or service price is therefore not always the final deployed cost.

Before ordering, ask whether shipping is included, who acts as importer of record, which duties or taxes may apply and whether the warranty or service agreement remains valid in the destination country. For a used or grey-market unit, confirm that the local Universal Robots organisation or integrator can support the serial number and controller.

Buyers should also confirm package dimensions, battery documentation, insurance, damage procedures and whether installation or activation requires an approved local partner. This is particularly important for robots with cloud services, radio equipment, lithium batteries, outdoor operation or controlled end uses. You can request international availability for the Universal Robots UR3e through Anton Robots so the complete route can be checked.

Is the Universal Robots UR3e in stock and how long does delivery take? +

Universal Robots UR3e availability and delivery time can change according to production, regional inventory, configuration, programme eligibility and current demand. Standard arms may be available regionally, while configured laboratory, electronics and machine-tending cells are commonly built to order. A product appearing on a website should not automatically be treated as locally stocked or ready to ship.

Before committing to a project date, ask whether the exact unit is new or refurbished, whether the order is confirmed or only an expression of interest, what accessories are available and when the complete package can leave the supplier or begin service. Delivery can also be affected by payment approval, export checks, freight, customs, battery transport, software activation and installation scheduling.

If the robot is required for a course, event, production launch, pilot or client deadline, obtain the lead time in writing and allow time for setup and testing. You can request current Universal Robots UR3e availability through Anton Robots.

What warranty and support should I check for the Universal Robots UR3e? +

Before buying or deploying the Universal Robots UR3e, check the warranty or service term, covered components, exclusions, territory, repair process, spare-parts availability and who provides technical support. Confirm whether the offer is new manufacturer-supported equipment, certified used hardware or an independently resold unit because coverage differs.

Robotics products may require help with setup, batteries, software, connectivity, calibration, accessories, application programming and troubleshooting. A lower purchase or rental price can create a higher ownership risk when support is unclear or the product is sold outside its intended region. Ask these questions:

  • How long is the hardware warranty or service commitment?
  • Who handles diagnostics, repairs and replacement parts?
  • Are batteries, accessories, sensors, screens, joints or cloud services covered?
  • Is remote support, training or software updating included?
  • What happens if the robot arrives damaged or cannot be activated locally?
  • How long will parts, applications and software support remain available?

For a discontinued, limited or region-specific product, support should be a primary criterion. Contact Anton Robots to review the package before purchase or deployment.

Is the Universal Robots UR3e worth buying or deploying? +

The Universal Robots UR3e is worth considering if you need a proven compact cobot for bench assembly, testing, dispensing, electronics, laboratory automation or small-part machine tending. Its strongest value comes from its 500 mm reach, 3 kg payload, ±0.03 mm repeatability, tiny footprint and mature PolyScope and URCaps ecosystem.

However, it is only a good choice when the use case matches the product’s maturity, regional availability and operating limits. It is not suitable for heavy tools, large machine envelopes or long-reach palletizing, and the complete application still requires safety validation.

Buyers should compare the complete ownership or service cost, required software or subscriptions, support, expected lifetime and alternatives that may perform the same task with less risk. For a business or research project, define a measurable outcome before committing rather than purchasing only for novelty or visual impact. The Universal Robots UR3e may be compelling for the right buyer, but it should not be presented as a universal solution. Compare other robots in the same category and request application advice through Anton Robots before making the final decision.

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