FANUC ARC Mate 120iD vs Yaskawa GP25: 25 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD and the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 share a similar envelope: 25 kg, about 1.8 m and ±0.02 mm. The ARC Mate 120iD is built for welding. The GP25 is a general-purpose handling robot listed at well under half the price.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP25 is the better value for 25 kg handling, machine tending and packaging, with a listed price $37,000 lower. The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD is the better choice for heavy-torch welding and cutting.
ARC Mate 120iD and GP25 at a glance
The FANUC ARC Mate 120iD carries 25 kg over 1831 mm, repeats to ±0.02 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 Yaskawa Motoman GP25 carries 25 kg over 1730 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 250 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC ARC Mate 120iD | Yaskawa Motoman GP25 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $60,000 | $23,000 |
Payload | 25 kg | 25 kg |
Reach | 1831 mm | 1730 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 250 kg | 250 kg |
IP rating | IP54 (body); IP67 (wrist and J3 arm) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC ARC Mate 120iD: listed from $60,000
Yaskawa GP25: listed from $23,000
Difference: $37,000
The GP25 costs roughly 62% less
Welding against handling
FANUC lists the ARC Mate 120iD for arc welding, spot welding and cutting, plus handling and machine tending. Yaskawa positions the GP25 for material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing. The process decides more than the specs.
Same envelope
Both carry 25 kg, repeat to ±0.02 mm and weigh 250 kg. The ARC Mate reaches 1831 mm, about 101 mm beyond the 1730 mm of the GP25. Mechanically the two fit the same cells.
Installation and controllers
The ARC Mate 120iD mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus. The GP25 installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted and runs on the YRC1000.
Best applications for the ARC Mate 120iD
Heavy-torch arc welding
Spot welding and cutting
FANUC-standardized cells
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP25
25 kg machine tending
Assembly and packaging
Dispensing
ARC Mate 120iD advantages
Built for welding
1831 mm reach
ARC Mate 120iD limitations
About $37,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP25 advantages
About 62% lower listed price
Same 25 kg and ±0.02 mm
Yaskawa GP25 limitations
Not a dedicated welding robot
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP25 for handling. Choose the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD for welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC ARC Mate 120iD or the Yaskawa GP25?
The GP25 is listed from $23,000 and the ARC Mate 120iD from $60,000, a difference of $37,000.
Do both carry 25 kg?
Yes.
Which robot is built for welding?
The ARC Mate 120iD.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The ARC Mate 120iD reaches 1831 mm; the GP25 1730 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.02 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP25 for handling. Choose the ARC Mate 120iD for welding.
