JAKA Zu 18 Collaborative Robot
Six-axis cobot with an 18 kg payload and 1,073 mm reach for heavier machine-tending and handling tasks. Zu 18 pairs a 35 kg arm including cables with graphical and hand-guided programming.
Choosing this model
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Application fit
- Machine tending with larger fixtures and workpieces.
- Packing and handling cells requiring up to 18 kg total payload.
Integration planning
- Include the end effector, cabling and workpiece in the payload calculation.
- Check cabinet, tool I/O and installation drawing revisions before ordering.
Selection considerations
- Confirm the loaded trajectory and cycle time with your actual tool.
- Plan application-specific safeguarding during cell design.
Technical specifications
Product documentation| Rated payload | 18 kgReference ↗ |
| Reach | 1,073 mmReference ↗ |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mmReference ↗ |
| Axes | 6Reference ↗ |
| Weight including cables | 35 kgReference ↗ |
| Base diameter | 188 mmReference ↗ |
| Programming | Graphical programming and hand-guided teachingReference ↗ |
| Typical consumption | 500 WReference ↗ |
| Enclosure | IP54 arm; IP44 control cabinetReference ↗ |
| Operating conditions | 0–50°C; non-condensing environmentReference ↗ |
| Tool I/O | 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs; 12/24 V DCReference ↗ |
| Cabinet power input | 100–240 V AC, 50–60 HzReference ↗ |
| Communication | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP and Modbus RTUReference ↗ |
Reference specifications for the listed model. Options, test conditions and integration requirements should be confirmed for your selected configuration.
Supplier
JAKA develops collaborative robots, controllers and integration tools for manufacturing. Founded in Shanghai in 2014, the company offers the Zu, Pro, S and Mini families for different payload, environment and control requirements. Model-specific documentation is the starting point for planning an automation cell.
Product documentation
Manufacturer and distributor references for model selection and technical review. Latest reference check: September 8, 2026.
Configuration & quotation
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Discuss this configurationFAQ
Does payload mean workpiece weight only?
No. Allow for the tool, adapters, carried cables and workpiece, then check the manufacturer load and center-of-gravity limits.
What belongs in the quotation?
Request the arm and controller revisions, cable lengths, tool interface, programming device and commissioning scope.
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