Elite Robots EC66

by Elite Robots

The Elite Robots EC66 is a 6 kg payload collaborative robot (cobot) from Elite Robots, one of China's leading cobot manufacturers. With a 900mm reach and ±0.03mm repeatability, the EC66 performs precision tasks in electronics assembly, CNC machine tending, and quality inspection workflows. At $15,000–$22,000, the EC66 is priced 40–50% below comparable Western cobots — notably the Universal Robots UR5e ($35,000) and FANUC CRX-5iA ($38,000) — making it a compelling option for cost-sensitive automation projects. IP54 protection makes the EC66 suitable for light industrial environments with dust and splash exposure. Elite's CS controller features a visual programming interface that enables non-programmers to create automation workflows without coding. ROS compatibility and an open API allow integration with vision systems, conveyors, and MES software. Elite Robots is headquartered in Changzhou, China, with sales and support in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.