FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L vs Kawasaki BA013N: Welding Robot Comparison
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L and the Kawasaki BA013N are welding robots of about 250 kg. The ARC Mate 120iD/12L reaches 2272 mm for long seams and repeats to ±0.03 mm. The BA013N carries 13 kg over 1492 mm and is listed about 36% lower.
Quick verdict. The Kawasaki BA013N is the better value for welding within 1.5 m, with 13 kg and a listed price $20,700 lower. The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L is the better choice for long seams, large frames and two-station welding.
ARC Mate 120iD/12L and BA013N at a glance
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L carries 12 kg over 2272 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 250 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 BA013N carries 13 kg over 1492 mm, repeats to ±0.04 mm (ISO 9283) and weighs 260 kg according to Kawasaki's specification sheet, which lists an IP67-equivalent wrist.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L | Kawasaki BA013N |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $58,000 | $37,300 |
Payload | 12 kg | 13 kg |
Reach | 2272 mm | 1492 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.04 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 210°/s; J2 210°/s; J3 265°/s; J4 420°/s; J5 450°/s; J6 720°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 250 kg | 260 kg |
IP rating | IP54 body (IP55 optional); IP67 wrist and J3 arm | IP67 equivalent wrist |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L: listed from $58,000
Kawasaki BA013N: listed from $37,300
Difference: $20,700
The BA013N costs roughly 36% less
Reach
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L reaches 2272 mm, about 780 mm beyond the 1492 mm of the BA013N. That covers long seams, large frames and two welding stations from one base. Within 1.5 m, the BA013N covers standard welding fixtures.
Precision and payload
FANUC publishes ±0.03 mm against ±0.04 mm from Kawasaki. The BA013N carries 13 kg, 1 kg more, for heavier torches and sensors. Both route torch cables through a hollow upper arm and wrist.
Weight and protection
The arms weigh about the same: 250 kg and 260 kg. FANUC rates the wrist and J3 arm IP67; Kawasaki lists an IP67-equivalent wrist for the BA013N. Both suit spatter and dust in welding cells.
Best applications for the ARC Mate 120iD/12L
Long-seam arc welding
Large welding fixtures
Two-station welding cells
Best applications for the Kawasaki BA013N
Standard arc welding cells
Welding with heavier torches
Kawasaki-standard plants
ARC Mate 120iD/12L advantages
2272 mm reach
±0.03 mm repeatability
ARC Mate 120iD/12L limitations
About $20,700 higher listed price
Kawasaki BA013N advantages
About 36% lower listed price
13 kg payload
Kawasaki BA013N limitations
1492 mm reach
±0.04 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Kawasaki BA013N for welding within 1.5 m. Choose the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L for long seams.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD/12L or the Kawasaki BA013N?
The BA013N is listed from $37,300 and the ARC Mate 120iD/12L from $58,000, a difference of $20,700.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L reaches 2272 mm; the BA013N 1492 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L publishes ±0.03 mm and the BA013N ±0.04 mm.
How heavy are they?
The ARC Mate 120iD/12L weighs 250 kg; the BA013N 260 kg.
Which robot carries more?
The BA013N carries 13 kg; the ARC Mate 120iD/12L 12 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the BA013N for welding within 1.5 m. Choose the ARC Mate 120iD/12L for long seams.
