6-Axis Cartesian CRS vs GEN72-B
Side-by-side comparison of 6-Axis Cartesian CRS (IAI) and GEN72-B (RealMan Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSJapan
- GEN72-BChina

Year First Available
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS2020
- GEN72-B2024

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSACTIVE
- GEN72-BACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Payload
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS78.6 kg
- GEN72-B2 kg

Reach
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-B600 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS6
- GEN72-B—

Repeatability
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-B±1 mm

Max TCP Speed
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-B1.9 m/s

Robot Weight
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-B6.6 kg

IP Rating (Arm)
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-BIP54

Performance
MTBF
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRS—
- GEN72-B30,000 hrs

Duty Cycle
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRScontinuous 24 7
- GEN72-B—

Vibration Damping
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSactive model based
- GEN72-B—

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSXSEL
- GEN72-B統合型

Teach Pendant Type
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSwired touch
- GEN72-B—

Offline Programming
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSIAI software
- GEN72-B—

End-Effector
Tool Changer (ISO)
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSnone
- GEN72-B—

Internal Cable Routing
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSthrough arm and wrist
- GEN72-B—

Commercial
Service Network
- 6-Axis Cartesian CRSglobal
- GEN72-B—

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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2024 |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 78.6 kg | 2 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 600 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±1 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 1.9 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 6.6 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Performance | ||
| MTBF (values differ) | — | 30,000 hrs |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | active model based | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | XSEL | 統合型 |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired touch | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | IAI software | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | none | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm and wrist | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Service Network (values differ) | global | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Verified Deployments, Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Warranty, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | 6-Axis Cartesian CRS | GEN72-B |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
6-Axis Cartesian CRS, GEN72-B have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes 6-Axis Cartesian CRS and GEN72-B?
6-Axis Cartesian CRS is made by IAI, based in JP. GEN72-B is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN.
When were 6-Axis Cartesian CRS and GEN72-B launched?
6-Axis Cartesian CRS launched in 2020. GEN72-B launched in 2024.
How do 6-Axis Cartesian CRS and GEN72-B compare on the Robo Score?
6-Axis Cartesian CRS scores 57.0 on the Robo Score. GEN72-B scores 72.2. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are 6-Axis Cartesian CRS and GEN72-B in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between 6-Axis Cartesian CRS and GEN72-B?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
6-Axis Cartesian CRS vs GEN72-B compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.