FANUC ARC Mate 100iD vs Kawasaki RA010N: Welding Robot Comparison
The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD and the Kawasaki RA010N are arc welding robots with matching reach: 1441 mm and 1450 mm. The ARC Mate 100iD carries 12 kg and repeats to ±0.02 mm. The RA010N carries 10 kg and is listed about 5% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD is the better choice for heavier torches and tighter precision, with 12 kg and ±0.02 mm. The Kawasaki RA010N is the better value for standard welding cells, with matching reach and a listed price $2,000 lower.
ARC Mate 100iD and RA010N at a glance
The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD carries 12 kg over 1441 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 130 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller. FANUC rates the body IP54 and the wrist and J3 arm IP67.
The Kawasaki RA010N carries 10 kg over 1450 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 150 kg. Kawasaki's product page lists the E01 controller. We found no official IP rating for it.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 100iD | Kawasaki RA010N |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $38,000 | $36,000 |
Payload | 12 kg | 10 kg |
Reach | 1441 mm | 1450 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 240°/s; J2 240°/s; J3 230°/s; J4 430°/s; J5 430°/s; J6 650°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 130 kg | 150 kg |
IP rating | IP54 body (IP55 optional); IP67 wrist and J3 arm | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | E01 (listed by Kawasaki) |
Price comparison
FANUC ARC Mate 100iD: listed from $38,000
Kawasaki RA010N: listed from $36,000
Difference: $2,000
The RA010N costs roughly 5% less
Payload and precision
The ARC Mate 100iD carries 12 kg, 2 kg more, which leaves margin for push-pull torches and seam-tracking sensors. FANUC publishes ±0.02 mm against ±0.03 mm from Kawasaki. Reach is practically the same.
Weight and protection
The ARC Mate 100iD weighs 130 kg against 150 kg for the RA010N. FANUC rates the wrist and J3 arm IP67, which helps with spatter and dust in welding cells. We found no official IP rating for the RA010N.
Welding design and controllers
Both route torch cables through the hollow upper arm and wrist. FANUC runs the ARC Mate 100iD on the R-30iB Plus with its welding software; Kawasaki lists the E01 controller for the RA010N, programmed from the teach pendant.
Best applications for the ARC Mate 100iD
Welding with heavier torches
Precise MIG/MAG and TIG welding
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the Kawasaki RA010N
Standard arc welding cells
Small and medium welded parts
Kawasaki-standard plants
ARC Mate 100iD advantages
12 kg payload
±0.02 mm repeatability
IP67 wrist
ARC Mate 100iD limitations
About $2,000 higher listed price
Kawasaki RA010N advantages
About 5% lower listed price
1450 mm reach
Kawasaki RA010N limitations
10 kg payload
No official IP rating found
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD for payload and precision. Choose the Kawasaki RA010N for value.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD or the Kawasaki RA010N?
The RA010N is listed from $36,000 and the ARC Mate 100iD from $38,000, a difference of $2,000.
Which robot carries more?
The ARC Mate 100iD carries 12 kg; the RA010N 10 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
The ARC Mate 100iD publishes ±0.02 mm and the RA010N ±0.03 mm.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are close: 1450 mm for the RA010N and 1441 mm for the ARC Mate 100iD.
How heavy are they?
The ARC Mate 100iD weighs 130 kg; the RA010N 150 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the ARC Mate 100iD for payload and precision. Choose the RA010N for value.
