KR 120 R3900-2 K vs Solaris OD Grinder
Side-by-side comparison of KR 120 R3900-2 K (KUKA Robotics) and Solaris OD Grinder (Weldon Solutions) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Year First Available
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Verified Deployments
- KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
- Solaris OD Grinder0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- Solaris OD GrinderContact for quote
Availability Status
- KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
- Solaris OD GrinderACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Reach
- KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Degrees of Freedom
- KR 120 R3900-2 K6
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Repeatability
- KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Robot Weight
- KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
- Solaris OD Grinder9,979 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
- Solaris OD Grinder—
IP Rating (Wrist)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grindercontinuous 24 7
Vibration Damping
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grinderpassive
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
- Solaris OD GrinderFANUC CNC system
Programming Languages
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD GrinderG-code, Macro
Teach Pendant Type
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grinderwired button
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grindernone
Predictive Maintenance
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grinderthreshold based
End-Effector
Tool Changer (ISO)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grindernone
Internal Cable Routing
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Solaris OD Grinderexternal only
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- Solaris OD GrinderContact for quote
Warranty
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
- Solaris OD Grinder—
Service Network
- KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
- Solaris OD Grinderregional
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $19,000–$84,900 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 146 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 3,904 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.04 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 42 kg | 9,979 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP65 | — |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | IP67 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | — | passive |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | KR C5, KR C5 micro | FANUC CNC system |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | G-code, Macro |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired button |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | — | threshold based |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | none |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | external only |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $19,000–$84,900 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
| Service Network (values differ) | global | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Flange Standard, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, 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 | KR 120 R3900-2 K | Solaris OD Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $51,950 | No price |
| Payback period | 12.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $198,050 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +381% | — |
Solaris OD Grinder has 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and Solaris OD Grinder?
KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Solaris OD Grinder is made by Weldon Solutions.
How do KR 120 R3900-2 K and Solaris OD Grinder compare on the Robo Score?
KR 120 R3900-2 K scores 78.0 on the Robo Score. Solaris OD Grinder scores 46.0. 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and Solaris OD Grinder 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and Solaris OD Grinder?
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
KR 120 R3900-2 K vs Solaris OD Grinder 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.