Kinova Gen3 Lite
Lightweight 6-DOF collaborative robotic arm for research
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The Kinova Gen3 Lite is a compact, lightweight 6-degree-of-freedom collaborative robotic arm designed for research, education, and light industrial applications. With a 500mm reach and 0.5kg payload capacity, it features advanced torque sensors in each joint, ROS support, and an intuitive API for rapid prototyping. Target markets include academic research labs, educational institutions, and developers exploring human-robot interaction and manipulation tasks.
Released: 2020
Estimated lead time: 6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does the Kinova Gen3 Lite cost?
- Pricing for the Kinova Gen3 Lite is available on request. Contact Robozaps to receive a tailored quote based on your deployment requirements.
- Is the Kinova Gen3 Lite available for commercial deployment?
- The Kinova Gen3 Lite is available for commercial purchase and deployment. For lead times, evaluation units, and procurement, contact the Robozaps team.
- Who manufactures the Kinova Gen3 Lite?
- The Kinova Gen3 Lite is manufactured by Kinova Robotics. Kinova Robotics is a Canadian company specializing in advanced robotic arms and assistive robotics solutions. Founded in 2006, the company develops lightweight, adaptable robotic manipulators for applications in assistive technology, research, manufacturing, and service robotics. Kinova is recognized as a leader in collaborative robotics, particularly for its JACO and Gen3 robot arms used in medical, industrial, and academic settings. Robozaps is an independent broker that can help you source, evaluate, and deploy robots from leading manufacturers including Kinova Robotics.
- What type of robot is the Kinova Gen3 Lite?
- The Kinova Gen3 Lite is categorised as: Industrial Cobots, Robotic Arms. Robozaps can help you identify the right robot category and vendor for your specific application.
- What are the key specifications of the Kinova Gen3 Lite?
- Key technical specifications for the Kinova Gen3 Lite include: Weight: 4.4 kg, Degrees of Freedom: 6, Payload Capacity: 0.5 kg. Full specs are available on this page. Contact Robozaps for a detailed datasheet.
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Deployment Evidence
Kinova Gen3 Lite — Official Product Page
Kinova Gen3 Lite is a lighter, more affordable 6-DOF arm commercially available for research and education; shares the same Kortex API and ROS 2 support as the Gen3.
Deployment Readiness
Integration & SDK
- ROS Support
- Supported
- SDK Available
- Supported
- API Docs
- View Docs
- Supported Platforms
- Linux, Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 22.04, ROS 2 (Humble), Python, C++, MATLAB
Support & Service
Regions
| Tier | Response Time | SLA |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 48 hrs | — |
Specifications
Connectivity
| Communication | Ethernet, USB |
Mechanics
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 |
| Locomotion | Stationary |
Performance
| Payload Capacity | 0.5 kg |
| Reach | 500 mm |
| Repeatability | 0.5 mm |
Physical
| Weight | 4.4 kg |
Software
| SDK Support | Yes |
| ROS Compatible | Yes |
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