FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 12 kg Arc Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 12 kg, a reach of 2272 mm and ±0.03 mm repeatability, listed from USD 58,000. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum wrist payload of 12 kg and a horizontal reach of 2272 mm, repeatable to ±0.03 mm. ARC Mate arms are slim, route the torch cable inside the arm and connect to a range of welding power supplies. The mechanical unit weighs 250 kg, mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle, and runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus controller. It is listed from USD 58,000.
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L at a Glance
Maximum payload: 12 kg
Reach: 2272 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.03 mm
Weight: 250 kg
Controller: R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus
Price: from USD 58,000
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L.
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L |
Manufacturer | FANUC |
Model | ARC Mate 120iD/12L |
Robot type | 6-axis arc welding robot |
Maximum payload | 12 kg |
Reach | 2272 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, DeviceNet, CC-Link, CC-Link IE Field, PROFIBUS, FL-net, Modbus, OPC UA |
Certifications | PL e, Cat. 4, SIL 3 emergency stop function, PL d, Cat. 3, SIL 2 position/speed check function |
Starting price | From USD 58,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. wrist payload 12 kg
Horizontal reach 2272 mm
Repeatability ±0.03 mm
Mass 250 kg
Installation floor, upside-down or at an angle
Controller R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus
Design and Build Quality
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L belongs to the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD series. Published build data: mass 250 kg; installation floor, upside-down or at an angle.
Programming and Software
Teach Pendant and ROBOGUIDE
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus controller and is programmed from the FANUC teach pendant. FANUC's ROBOGUIDE software is available for offline programming and cell simulation.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, DeviceNet, CC-Link, CC-Link IE Field, PROFIBUS, FL-net, Modbus and OPC UA.
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the ARC Mate 120iD/12L are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Arc welding
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.03 mm repeatability.
Spot welding
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Cutting
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L is used for cutting within its 12 kg payload and 2272 mm reach.
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L Price and Value
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L is listed from USD 58,000 on All Things Cobots. The controller, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
12 kg maximum payload with a 2272 mm reach
±0.03 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, upside-down or at an angle
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 12 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L?
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L fits fabricators and manufacturers that are automating arc welding.
See the full FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L product listing on All Things Cobots.
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L FAQ
How much does the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L cost?
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L is listed from USD 58,000 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L?
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L has a maximum payload of 12 kg and a reach of 2272 mm.
How accurate is the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L?
Its published repeatability is ±0.03 mm.
How many axes does the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L have?
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L has 6 axes.
How is the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L programmed?
It is programmed from the FANUC teach pendant, and ROBOGUIDE is available for offline programming and simulation.
Which controller does the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L use?
It runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
How much does the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L weigh?
Published mass 250 kg.
How can the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, upside-down or at an angle.
What is the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L used for?
Typical applications are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
