FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S vs DENSO VS-060: 4 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S and the DENSO VS-060 both carry 4 kg with six axes. The VS-060 reaches 605 mm, about 55 mm further, and comes in cleanroom and IP67 versions. The LR Mate 200iD/4S repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 20 kg and is listed about 48% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S is the better value for small-part assembly and tending, with ±0.01 mm, IP67 as standard and a listed price $15,500 lower. The DENSO VS-060 is the better choice for slightly longer reach and DENSO's cleanroom variants.
LR Mate 200iD/4S and VS-060 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S carries 4 kg over 550 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 20 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The DENSO VS-060 carries 4 kg over 605 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 28 kg and lists a 0.35 s cycle time on the RC8 controller. DENSO offers standard (IP40), dust and splash, ISO cleanroom and IP67 versions.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S | DENSO VS-060 |
Brand | FANUC | DENSO |
Listed price | $16,500 | $32,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 4 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 605 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 460°/s; J2 460°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 560°/s; J5 560°/s; J6 900°/s | Cycle time 0.35 s |
Arm weight | 20 kg | 28 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP40 standard; IP67 version available |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | DENSO RC8 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S: listed from $16,500
DENSO VS-060: listed from $32,000
Difference: $15,500
The LR Mate 200iD/4S costs roughly 48% less
Reach and precision
The VS-060 reaches 605 mm, about 55 mm beyond the 550 mm of the LR Mate 200iD/4S. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from DENSO. Both are well suited to small assembly, testing and inspection.
Protection and versions
FANUC rates the LR Mate 200iD/4S IP67 as standard. DENSO's standard VS-060 is IP40, with dust and splash, ISO 3 and ISO 5 cleanroom, and IP67 versions available. Cleanroom electronics and medical cells often point to DENSO.
Weight and speed
The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg, 8 kg less than the 28 kg VS-060. DENSO publishes a 0.35 s standard cycle time for the VS-060; FANUC publishes joint speeds up to 900°/s on J6.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4S
Small-part assembly
Machine tending near coolant
Precision inspection
Best applications for the DENSO VS-060
Cleanroom electronics assembly
Medical and lab automation
Small-part handling at 600 mm
LR Mate 200iD/4S advantages
About 48% lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
IP67 as standard
LR Mate 200iD/4S limitations
550 mm reach
DENSO VS-060 advantages
605 mm reach
Cleanroom and IP67 versions
DENSO VS-060 limitations
About $15,500 higher listed price
28 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S for value and precision. Choose the DENSO VS-060 for reach and cleanroom variants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S or the DENSO VS-060?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S is listed from $16,500 and the VS-060 from $32,000, a difference of $15,500.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The VS-060 reaches 605 mm; the LR Mate 200iD/4S 550 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S publishes ±0.01 mm and the VS-060 ±0.02 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg; the VS-060 28 kg.
What IP ratings do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S is IP67 as standard; the VS-060 is IP40 standard with an IP67 version.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4S for value. Choose the VS-060 for reach and cleanrooms.
