FANUC ARC Mate 100iD vs Kawasaki RS013N: 12–13 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD and the Kawasaki RS013N cover the same envelope: 1441 mm and 1460 mm. The ARC Mate 100iD is a dedicated welding arm with ±0.02 mm. The RS013N is a general-purpose robot carrying 13 kg, listed about 2% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD is the better choice for arc welding, with internal torch cabling, ±0.02 mm and a 130 kg arm. The Kawasaki RS013N is the better choice for general handling, assembly and mixed tasks, with 13 kg and a listed price $700 lower.
ARC Mate 100iD and RS013N 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 RS013N carries 13 kg over 1460 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm (ISO 9283) and weighs 170 kg according to Kawasaki's RS series brochure. It runs on the F60 or F01 controller. The brochure does not clearly assign an IP rating to the RS013N.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 100iD | Kawasaki RS013N |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $38,000 | $37,300 |
Payload | 12 kg | 13 kg |
Reach | 1441 mm | 1460 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 | 170 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 | F60 / F01 |
Price comparison
FANUC ARC Mate 100iD: listed from $38,000
Kawasaki RS013N: listed from $37,300
Difference: $700
The two are within about 2% of each other
Welding arm against general-purpose arm
The ARC Mate 100iD routes torch cables through its hollow upper arm and wrist, keeping them away from fixtures during welding. The RS013N is a general-purpose arm for handling, assembly and machine tending, and carries 13 kg against 12 kg.
Precision and weight
FANUC publishes ±0.02 mm against ±0.03 mm from Kawasaki. The ARC Mate 100iD weighs 130 kg, 40 kg less than the 170 kg RS013N. Reach is practically equal: 1441 mm and 1460 mm.
Controllers and protection
FANUC runs the ARC Mate 100iD on the R-30iB Plus with its welding software and rates the wrist and J3 arm IP67. Kawasaki runs the RS013N on the F60 or F01 controller; confirm its IP rating with Kawasaki for wet or dusty cells.
Best applications for the ARC Mate 100iD
MIG/MAG and TIG arc welding
Precise placement
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the Kawasaki RS013N
General material handling
Assembly and machine tending
Kawasaki-standard plants
ARC Mate 100iD advantages
Welding-ready design
±0.02 mm repeatability
130 kg arm
ARC Mate 100iD limitations
12 kg payload
Kawasaki RS013N advantages
13 kg payload
General-purpose flexibility
About $700 lower listed price
Kawasaki RS013N limitations
170 kg arm
IP rating not confirmed
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD for welding. Choose the Kawasaki RS013N for general handling.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD or the Kawasaki RS013N?
The RS013N is listed from $37,300 and the ARC Mate 100iD from $38,000, a difference of $700.
Which robot is better for welding?
The ARC Mate 100iD, which FANUC designs for arc welding with internal torch cabling.
Which robot is more precise?
The ARC Mate 100iD publishes ±0.02 mm and the RS013N ±0.03 mm.
How heavy are they?
The ARC Mate 100iD weighs 130 kg; the RS013N 170 kg.
Which robot carries more?
The RS013N carries 13 kg; the ARC Mate 100iD 12 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the ARC Mate 100iD for welding. Choose the RS013N for general handling.
