FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs Epson C4: 4 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the Epson C4 are both listed from $16,000 and carry 4 kg. The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is a fast five-axis arm, repeats to ±0.01 mm and weighs 19 kg. The C4 has six axes, reaches 600 mm and lists a 0.37 s cycle time.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast vertical pick-and-place, with ±0.01 mm, IP67 and a 19 kg arm. The Epson C4 is the better choice for six-axis assembly, angled insertion and cleanroom electronics.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and C4 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg over 550 mm with five axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 19 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Plus controller. FANUC lists a J5 wrist speed of 1500°/s.
The Epson C4 carries 4 kg (1 kg rated) over 600 mm to the wrist center with six axes, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 27 kg and lists a 0.37 s cycle time on the RC700A controller. Epson lists no IP rating for the standard C4 and offers an ISO Class 3 clean and ESD version.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | Epson C4 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $16,000 | $16,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 4 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 600 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.020 mm |
Axes | 5 | 6 |
Speed | J1 460°/s; J2 460°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 560°/s; J5 1500°/s | 0.37 s standard cycle time |
Arm weight | 19 kg | 27 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | Epson RC700-A |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
Epson C4: listed from $16,000
Difference: none
Both are listed at the same price
Five axes against six
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH drops one wrist axis for speed, with a 1500°/s J5 axis for vertical pick-and-place. The C4 keeps six axes, so it can tilt parts, insert at an angle and drive screws on inclined faces.
Precision, reach and weight
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from Epson. The C4 reaches 600 mm against 550 mm. The LR Mate 200iD/4SH weighs 19 kg, 8 kg less than the 27 kg C4, which helps inside machines and on light benches.
Protection and environment
FANUC rates the LR Mate 200iD/4SH IP67, which allows coolant and washdown. Epson lists no IP rating for the standard C4 but offers an ISO Class 3 clean and ESD version, a common choice in electronics assembly.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Packaging
Small-part handling near coolant
Best applications for the Epson C4
Six-axis small assembly
Cleanroom electronics
Screwdriving at angles
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
±0.01 mm repeatability
IP67 protection
19 kg arm
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
Five axes
Epson C4 advantages
Six axes
600 mm reach
ISO Class 3 version
Epson C4 limitations
No IP rating listed for the standard model
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast pick-and-place. Choose the Epson C4 for six-axis cleanroom assembly.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the Epson C4?
Both are listed from $16,000.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH has five axes; the C4 six.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH publishes ±0.01 mm and the C4 ±0.02 mm.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The C4 reaches 600 mm to the wrist center; the LR Mate 200iD/4SH 550 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH weighs 19 kg; the C4 27 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4SH for speed. Choose the C4 for six-axis assembly.
