FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S vs Epson N6: Compact Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S and the Epson N6 are very different compact robots. The LR Mate 200iD/4S carries 4 kg over 550 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 20 kg and is listed about 31% lower. The N6 carries 6 kg and reaches 1010 mm with a folding arm.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S is the better value for precise small-part work, with ±0.01 mm, IP67 and a listed price $7,500 lower. The Epson N6 is the better choice for 6 kg loads that need about 1 m of reach in a compact cell.
LR Mate 200iD/4S and N6 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 Epson Flexion N6 (1000 mm model) carries 6 kg (3 kg rated) over 1010 mm to the wrist center, repeats to ±0.04 mm, weighs 69 kg and runs on the RC700A controller. Its folding arm reaches the space beside its own base. Epson lists no IP rating for it.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S | Epson N6 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $16,500 | $24,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 6 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 1010 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.04 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 460°/s; J2 460°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 560°/s; J5 560°/s; J6 900°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 20 kg | 69 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | Epson RC700-A |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S: listed from $16,500
Epson N6: listed from $24,000
Difference: $7,500
The LR Mate 200iD/4S costs roughly 31% less
Reach and payload
The N6 reaches 1010 mm, nearly twice the 550 mm of the LR Mate 200iD/4S, and carries 6 kg maximum against 4 kg. Its folding arm serves fixtures beside and behind its base from a small footprint.
Precision and weight
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.04 mm from Epson. The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg, less than a third of the 69 kg N6, so it fits on light benches and inside machines.
Protection and environment
FANUC rates the LR Mate 200iD/4S IP67, so it can work near coolant and washdown. Epson lists no IP rating for the N6, which is built for clean benchtop and enclosed cells.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4S
Precision small-part assembly
Machine tending near coolant
Inspection
Best applications for the Epson N6
Compact cells needing 1 m reach
6 kg handling
Multi-fixture handling around the base
LR Mate 200iD/4S advantages
About 31% lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
20 kg arm
IP67 protection
LR Mate 200iD/4S limitations
4 kg payload
550 mm reach
Epson N6 advantages
1010 mm reach
6 kg maximum payload
Epson N6 limitations
±0.04 mm repeatability
69 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S for precision and value. Choose the Epson N6 for reach and payload.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S or the Epson N6?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S is listed from $16,500 and the N6 from $24,000, a difference of $7,500.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The N6 reaches 1010 mm to the wrist center; the LR Mate 200iD/4S 550 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S publishes ±0.01 mm and the N6 ±0.04 mm.
Which robot carries more?
The N6 carries 6 kg maximum; the LR Mate 200iD/4S 4 kg.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg; the N6 69 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4S for precision. Choose the N6 for reach.
