FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs ABB IRB 1100: Compact 4 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the ABB IRB 1100 both carry 4 kg with ±0.01 mm repeatability. The LR Mate 4SH is a 5-axis, high-speed arm for fast handling and costs about 16% less. The IRB 1100 has six axes for full tool orientation and two reach options.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast pick-and-place and machine loading, with joint speeds up to 1500°/s and a listed price $3,000 lower. The ABB IRB 1100 is the better choice for assembly, screwdriving and finishing that need six axes, with 475 mm or 580 mm reach.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and IRB 1100 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg over 550 mm with 5 axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 19 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus series controller.
The ABB IRB 1100 carries 4 kg over 475 mm or 580 mm with 6 axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm and runs on the OmniCore controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | ABB IRB 1100 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $16,000 | $19,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 4 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 475–580 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Axes | 5 | 6 |
Speed | J1 460°/s; J2 460°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 560°/s; J5 1500°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 19 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | ABB OmniCore |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
ABB IRB 1100: listed from $19,000
Difference: $3,000
The LR Mate 4SH costs roughly 16% less
Axes and speed
The LR Mate 4SH has 5 axes and is the short-arm, high-speed version of the LR Mate 200iD. FANUC publishes joint speeds of 460°/s on J1 and J2, 520°/s on J3, 560°/s on J4 and 1500°/s on J5. Fast pick-and-place and loading of flat parts favor it.
Precision and tool orientation
Both arms carry 4 kg and repeat to ±0.01 mm. The IRB 1100's 6 axes allow full tool orientation, which matters for screwdriving at angles, assembly from several directions and surface finishing.
Reach and controller
The IRB 1100 comes in 475 mm and 580 mm versions; the LR Mate 4SH reaches 550 mm, weighs 19 kg and mounts on the floor, at an angle or inverted. FANUC runs it on the R-30iB Plus series controller and ABB the IRB 1100 on OmniCore.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Machine loading in confined spaces
Plants standardized on FANUC
Best applications for the ABB IRB 1100
Electronics assembly and testing
Angled screwdriving and finishing
Plants standardized on ABB
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
Joint speeds up to 1500°/s
About $3,000 lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
5 axes
ABB IRB 1100 advantages
6 axes
475 mm or 580 mm reach options
±0.01 mm repeatability
ABB IRB 1100 limitations
About 19% higher listed price
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast handling at a lower price. Choose the ABB IRB 1100 when six-axis orientation matters.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the ABB IRB 1100?
The LR Mate 4SH is listed from $16,000 and the IRB 1100 from $19,000, a difference of $3,000.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 4SH has 5 axes and the IRB 1100 6.
Are they equally precise?
Yes. Both publish ±0.01 mm repeatability.
Do both robots carry 4 kg?
Yes. Both are rated for 4 kg.
Which robot is better for angled screwdriving?
The IRB 1100, because its six axes allow full tool orientation.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 4SH for fast handling. Choose the IRB 1100 for six-axis tasks.
