FANUC ARC Mate 100iD vs Yaskawa AR1440: Welding Robot Comparison
Updated: 12 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 12 kg. FANUC ARC Mate 100iD has the longer stated reach, which may help reach separated fixtures; it does not guarantee access at every tool angle. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC ARC Mate 100iD Consider it when extra reach is useful while the compared load capacity is the same. This article compares 12 kg with a published reach of 1441 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 12 kg with a published reach of 1440 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Choose the robot that handles your actual tool and part through the required path, with controls and support your team can use. Compare complete installation quotes, rather than arm-only prices. |
The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD and the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 are direct competitors: both are 12 kg welding robots with about 1.44 m reach and ±0.02 mm repeatability. The difference is price: the AR1440 is listed about 46% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa AR1440 is the better value for new arc welding cells, with the same payload, reach and precision at a listed price $17,500 lower. The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD is the natural choice for plants standardized on FANUC controllers and welding packages.
ARC Mate 100iD and AR1440 at a glance
The FANUC ARC Mate 100iD carries 12 kg over 1441 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 145 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 carries 12 kg over 1440 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 150 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 100iD | Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $38,000 | $20,500 |
Payload | 12 kg | 12 kg |
Reach | 1441 mm | 1440 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 145 kg | 150 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC ARC Mate 100iD: listed from $38,000
Yaskawa AR1440: listed from $20,500
Difference: $17,500
The AR1440 costs roughly 46% less
Same welding envelope
On paper the two are near twins: 12 kg, 1441 mm against 1440 mm, and ±0.02 mm each. Both target arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending. The choice usually comes down to price, welding power source integration and the controller your team already knows.
Installation
The ARC Mate 100iD weighs 145 kg and mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle. The AR1440 weighs 150 kg and installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted. Both support overhead mounting, which keeps the floor around a welding positioner clear.
Controllers
FANUC runs the ARC Mate 100iD on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus. Yaskawa runs the AR1440 on the YRC1000. Plants with existing FANUC or Yaskawa cells save training and spare parts by staying with the same controller family.
Best applications for the ARC Mate 100iD
Arc welding in FANUC plants
Cutting
Machine tending
Best applications for the Yaskawa AR1440
Arc welding cells on a budget
Cutting
Wall or ceiling-mounted welding
ARC Mate 100iD advantages
±0.02 mm repeatability
145 kg arm
ARC Mate 100iD limitations
About $17,500 higher listed price
Yaskawa AR1440 advantages
About 46% lower listed price
Same 12 kg and 1440 mm envelope
Floor, wall, ceiling or tilted mounting
Yaskawa AR1440 limitations
150 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa AR1440 for value. Choose the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD for FANUC-standardized plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC ARC Mate 100iD or the Yaskawa AR1440?
The AR1440 is listed from $20,500 and the ARC Mate 100iD from $38,000, a difference of $17,500.
Do both robots carry 12 kg?
Yes, over about 1.44 m.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.02 mm.
Which controllers do they use?
The ARC Mate 100iD uses the R-30iB Plus or Mate Plus; the AR1440 uses the YRC1000.
Can both be mounted overhead?
Yes. Both support inverted mounting.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the AR1440 for value. Choose the ARC Mate 100iD for FANUC plants.
