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Universal Robots UR3e-540
The UR3e-540 is a compact Universal Robots cobot arm with a 3 kg payload and 540 mm reach.
On the product page Universal Robots shows the UR3e-540 with a 3 kg payload, a reach of 540 mm, a weight of 11.2 kg and a footprint of Ø128 mm. The repeatability is ±0.03 mm and the maximum TCP speed 3 m/s. All joints rotate ±360°, the end wrist joint infinitely. Control is via a CB7 controller with a TP7 Core pendant for PolyScope X. The page names screw driving, finishing, tight-tolerance assembly, dispensing and polishing as applications. Degrees of freedom and ingress protection are not stated on the page. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- 01Collaborative robot arm
Built to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- 02Collaborative robot arm
In the cobots category.
- 3kg
- Payload
- 540mm
- Reach
- ±0.03mm
- Repeatability
- TCP-snelheid 3m/s
- Speed
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is Universal Robots UR3e-540?
Universal Robots UR3e-540 is a collaborative robot arm from Universal Robots, listed for screw driving, finishing and tight-tolerance assembly. Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 540 mm, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed max. TCP-snelheid 3 m/s. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Technology in brief
UR3e-540 to scale
A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.
- 3 kg
About 3 one-litre cartons of milk.
- ± 0.03 mm
Thinner than a sheet of printer paper (about 0.1 mm).
- 0.54 m
About 0.8 times an adult's arm length (about 65 cm).
- 27%Carries about 3 kg
That is about 27% of its own weight of about 11.2 kg, according to the manufacturer.
In practice
How does it compare with other robots?
Each value next to the other robots in the same category in our guide, where that value is known. All figures according to the manufacturer; unconfirmed values are marked in the figures at the top.
- This robot
- Other robots in the category
- Payload3kgTHIS ROBOTmin 0.5 kgmax 60 kg
Place 159of 194
Higher than 15 of the 193 other robots, equal to 20
- Speed3m/sTHIS ROBOTmin 0.5 m/smax 3,000 m/s
Place 51of 74
Higher than 21 of the 73 other robots, equal to 2
- Weight11.2kgTHIS ROBOTmin 3.6 kgmax 990 kg
Place 106of 127
Higher than 19 of the 126 other robots, equal to 2
- Reach540mmTHIS ROBOTmin 330 mmmax 4,500 mm
Place 182of 189
Higher than 7 of the 188 other robots
Application
What was UR3e-540 developed for?
Screw driving
Finishing
Tight-tolerance assembly
Dispensing
Business fit
When might UR3e-540 be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about UR3e-540, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The first commercially sold cobot was a UR5 from Universal Robots, in December 2008.
Source: Universal Robots, company historyA cobot's payload includes the gripper. A 1 kg gripper on a 5 kg cobot leaves 4 kg for the product.
The safety rules for cobots are set out in ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066. The latter gives limit values for contact force per body part.
Source: ISO/TS 15066Universal Robots was founded in 2005 and is based in Odense, Denmark.
Market and supply
Is UR3e-540 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 30 October 2026- Market statusCommercially availableActive
- RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Universal Robots
A collaborative robot manufacturer whose systems are used across small and medium-sized businesses, manufacturing, education and automation.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on UR3e-540
On the product page Universal Robots shows the UR3e-540 with a 3 kg payload, a reach of 540 mm, a weight of 11.2 kg and a footprint of Ø128 mm. The repeatability is ±0.03 mm and the maximum TCP speed 3 m/s. All joints rotate ±360°, the end wrist joint infinitely. Control is via a CB7 controller with a TP7 Core pendant for PolyScope X. The page names screw driving, finishing, tight-tolerance assembly, dispensing and polishing as applications. Degrees of freedom and ingress protection are not stated on the page. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare UR3e-540
| Feature | UR3e-540Universal Robots | UR10eUniversal Robots | Panda (FER)Franka Emika |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Discontinued |
| Application | Screw driving, Finishing | Machine tending, Packaging | Robotics research, Robot control research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about UR3e-540
What is the Universal Robots UR3e-540?
Universal Robots UR3e-540 is a collaborative robot arm from Universal Robots, listed for screw driving, finishing and tight-tolerance assembly. Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 540 mm, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed max. TCP-snelheid 3 m/s. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the Universal Robots UR3e-540?
Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 540 mm, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed max. TCP-snelheid 3 m/s. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the Universal Robots UR3e-540?
Universal Robots UR3e-540 is listed under Universal Robots, based in Odense, Denmark. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Universal Robots UR3e-540 available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Commercially available. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Universal Robots UR3e-540 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Universal Robots UR3e-540 used for?
The applications listed for the Universal Robots UR3e-540 include screw driving, finishing, tight-tolerance assembly and dispensing.
What are alternatives to the Universal Robots UR3e-540?
Profiles include Rethink Robotics Sawyer, Rethink Robotics Baxter and Kawasaki Robotics duAro. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could UR3e-540 fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer universal-robots.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.