Market overview
The global collaborative robot force-torque modules market is worth USD 122 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 331 mn by 2036, growing at a 10.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Strain gauge is the largest by sensing technology segment.
| Scope | Sensor modules mounted at the wrist of collaborative robots that measure force and torque in several axes for assembly, polishing, safety and hand-guiding. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Automation |
| Value 2025 | USD 110 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 122 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 331 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 10.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 72,879 units |
| Volume 2036 | 218,712 units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1,675 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Collaborative Robot Force-Torque Modules market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 122 mn |
| 2027 | USD 135 mn |
| 2028 | USD 149 mn |
| 2029 | USD 165 mn |
| 2030 | USD 182 mn |
| 2031 | USD 201 mn |
| 2032 | USD 222 mn |
| 2033 | USD 246 mn |
| 2034 | USD 271 mn |
| 2035 | USD 300 mn |
| 2036 | USD 331 mn |
Collaborative Robot Force-Torque Modules market segmentation
By sensing technology
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strain gauge | 64.0% | 57.7% | USD 78 mn | 9.3% |
| Capacitive | 20.0% | 22.6% | USD 24 mn | 11.8% |
| Optical and other | 16.0% | 19.7% | USD 20 mn | 12.8% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly and insertion | 32.0% | 33.2% | USD 39 mn | 10.9% |
| Polishing, grinding and deburring | 26.0% | 27.0% | USD 32 mn | 10.9% |
| Testing and inspection | 20.0% | 19.0% | USD 24 mn | 9.9% |
| Other | 22.0% | 20.9% | USD 27 mn | 9.9% |
By axes sensed
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three-axis force only | 30.0% | 26.0% | USD 37 mn | 8.9% |
| Six-axis force and torque | 60.0% | 65.0% | USD 73 mn | 11.4% |
| Two-axis and others | 10.0% | 9.0% | USD 12 mn | 9.3% |
By robot payload
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 kg | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 37 mn | 9.7% |
| 5 to 15 kg | 44.0% | 44.0% | USD 54 mn | 10.5% |
| Above 15 kg | 26.0% | 28.0% | USD 32 mn | 11.3% |
By end use
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive | 32.0% | 30.0% | USD 39 mn | 9.8% |
| Electronics | 28.0% | 29.0% | USD 34 mn | 10.9% |
| Metals and machinery | 22.0% | 22.0% | USD 27 mn | 10.5% |
| Healthcare and others | 18.0% | 19.0% | USD 22 mn | 11.1% |
Top 25 countries for collaborative robot force-torque modules by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 89.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 29 mn | 24.0% | USD 97 mn | 12.8% |
| 2 | United States | USD 24 mn | 20.0% | USD 62 mn | 9.8% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 16 mn | 13.0% | USD 37 mn | 8.8% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 11 mn | 9.0% | USD 23 mn | 7.8% |
| 5 | South Korea | USD 7.3 mn | 6.0% | USD 20 mn | 10.7% |
| 6 | France | USD 4.9 mn | 4.0% | USD 11 mn | 8.7% |
| 7 | Italy | USD 4.9 mn | 4.0% | USD 11 mn | 8.7% |
| 8 | United Kingdom | USD 3.7 mn | 3.0% | USD 8.6 mn | 8.9% |
| 9 | India | USD 3.7 mn | 3.0% | USD 15 mn | 14.8% |
| 10 | Taiwan | USD 3.7 mn | 3.0% | USD 10 mn | 10.9% |
| 11 | Spain | USD 1.8 mn | 1.5% | USD 4.9 mn | 10.4% |
| 12 | Netherlands | USD 1.2 mn | 0.9% | USD 3.1 mn | 10.4% |
| 13 | Turkey | USD 0.89 mn | 0.7% | USD 2.6 mn | 11.5% |
| 14 | Poland | USD 0.74 mn | 0.6% | USD 2.2 mn | 11.4% |
| 15 | Mexico | USD 0.65 mn | 0.5% | USD 1.9 mn | 11.3% |
| 16 | Canada | USD 0.57 mn | 0.5% | USD 1.5 mn | 10.3% |
| 17 | Brazil | USD 0.51 mn | 0.4% | USD 1.5 mn | 11.5% |
| 18 | Thailand | USD 0.48 mn | 0.4% | USD 1.4 mn | 11.3% |
| 19 | Indonesia | USD 0.44 mn | 0.4% | USD 1.3 mn | 11.4% |
| 20 | Switzerland | USD 0.40 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.0 mn | 9.8% |
| 21 | Australia | USD 0.38 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.0 mn | 10.5% |
| 22 | Vietnam | USD 0.37 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.1 mn | 11.2% |
| 23 | Austria | USD 0.34 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.86 mn | 9.7% |
| 24 | Sweden | USD 0.33 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.83 mn | 9.7% |
| 25 | Belgium | USD 0.32 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.80 mn | 9.6% |
| Rest of world | USD 4.0 mn | 3.3% | USD 9.7 mn | 9.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- ATI Industrial Automation
- OnRobot
- Robotiq
- Schunk
- Epson
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Bota Systems
- Kistler
- ME-Meßsysteme
- Futek
- Nordbo Robotics
- Weiss Robotics
- Interface
- Michigan Scientific
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Sunrise Instruments
- Wacoh-Tech
- Robotous
- Forsentek
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the collaborative robot force-torque modules market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 10.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by sensing technology, by application, by axes sensed, by robot payload, by end use. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the collaborative robot force-torque modules market?
The global collaborative robot force-torque modules market is estimated at USD 110 mn in 2025 and USD 122 mn in 2026.
How fast will the collaborative robot force-torque modules market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 331 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 10.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 209 mn.
Which country is the largest market for collaborative robot force-torque modules?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 29 mn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 57.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 14.8% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which collaborative robot force-torque modules segment is largest?
In the by sensing technology split, Strain gauge is the largest segment with 64.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading collaborative robot force-torque modules companies?
Global leaders include ATI Industrial Automation, OnRobot, Robotiq, Schunk.
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