FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs ABB IRB 1410: High-Speed vs Long-Reach Robot
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the ABB IRB 1410 are built for different work. The LR Mate 4SH is a 5-axis, high-speed handler for tight cells that costs half as much. The IRB 1410 is a 6-axis, 1440 mm robot widely used for arc welding.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast pick-and-place in confined spaces, with joint speeds up to 1500°/s, ±0.01 mm repeatability and a listed price 50% lower. The ABB IRB 1410 is the better choice for arc welding and handling over a large area, with 1440 mm reach and six axes.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and IRB 1410 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 1410 carries 5 kg over 1440 mm with 6 axes, repeats to ±0.025 mm, carries an additional 18 kg on its upper arm and runs on IRC5.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | ABB IRB 1410 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $16,000 | $32,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 1440 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.025 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 IRC5 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
ABB IRB 1410: listed from $32,000
Difference: $16,000
The LR Mate 4SH costs 50% less
Speed and axes
The LR Mate 4SH is the short-arm, high-speed LR Mate, with joint speeds of 460°/s on J1 and J2, 520°/s on J3, 560°/s on J4 and 1500°/s on J5. Its 5 axes suit fast pick-and-place where full wrist orientation is not needed. Welding needs the IRB 1410's 6 axes.
Reach and process load
The IRB 1410 reaches 1440 mm, against 550 mm for the LR Mate 4SH, and its upper arm carries an 18 kg process load such as a wire feeder. It suits welding larger parts and handling between stations.
Precision and mounting
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm repeatability for the LR Mate 4SH, against ±0.025 mm for the IRB 1410. The LR Mate 4SH weighs 19 kg and mounts on the floor, at an angle or inverted. ABB runs the IRB 1410 on IRC5.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Machine loading in confined spaces
Light handling up to 4 kg
Best applications for the ABB IRB 1410
Arc welding
Handling across a large area
Machine tending over 1440 mm
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
Joint speeds up to 1500°/s
±0.01 mm repeatability
50% lower listed price
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
5 axes and 550 mm reach
ABB IRB 1410 advantages
6 axes and 1440 mm reach
18 kg upper-arm process load
ABB IRB 1410 limitations
Listed price twice as high
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast handling in tight cells. Choose the ABB IRB 1410 for welding and long reach.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the ABB IRB 1410?
The LR Mate 4SH is listed from $16,000 and the IRB 1410 from $32,000, a difference of $16,000.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 4SH has 5 axes and the IRB 1410 6.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The IRB 1410 reaches 1440 mm and the LR Mate 4SH 550 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 4SH publishes ±0.01 mm and the IRB 1410 ±0.025 mm.
Which robot suits arc welding?
The IRB 1410, with six axes and an upper-arm process load.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 4SH for fast handling. Choose the IRB 1410 for welding.
