FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs Epson N2: Compact Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the Epson N2 both weigh 19 kg. The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is a fast five-axis arm carrying 4 kg over 550 mm at ±0.01 mm. The N2 is a six-axis folding arm carrying 2.5 kg, listed about 6% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast vertical pick-and-place with 4 kg, ±0.01 mm and IP67. The Epson N2 is the better choice for six-axis work in very tight cells, with a folding arm and a listed price $1,000 lower.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and N2 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 Flexion N2 carries 2.5 kg (1 kg rated) over 450 mm to the wrist center with six axes, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 19 kg and runs on the RC700A controller. Its folding arm reaches into the space next to its own base. Epson lists no IP rating for it.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | Epson N2 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $16,000 | $15,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 2.5 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 450 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 | Not specified |
Arm weight | 19 kg | 19 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 N2: listed from $15,000
Difference: $1,000
The N2 costs roughly 6% less
Five axes against a six-axis folding arm
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH drops one wrist axis for speed, with a 1500°/s J5 axis for vertical pick-and-place. The N2 keeps six axes and folds back on itself, so it can reach parts beside and behind its base and tilt them for insertion.
Payload, reach and precision
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg over 550 mm, against 2.5 kg over 450 mm for the N2. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from Epson.
Protection and environment
FANUC rates the LR Mate 200iD/4SH IP67, so it can work near coolant and washdown. Epson lists no IP rating for the N2, which suits clean benchtop electronics and lab work. Both arms weigh 19 kg.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Packaging
Small-part handling near coolant
Best applications for the Epson N2
Six-axis work in tight cells
Light electronics assembly
Lab automation
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
4 kg payload
±0.01 mm repeatability
IP67 protection
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
Five axes
Epson N2 advantages
About 6% lower listed price
Six-axis folding arm
Epson N2 limitations
2.5 kg payload
No IP rating listed
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast pick-and-place. Choose the Epson N2 for six-axis work in tight cells.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the Epson N2?
The N2 is listed from $15,000 and the LR Mate 200iD/4SH from $16,000, a difference of $1,000.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH has five axes; the N2 six.
Which robot carries more?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg; the N2 2.5 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH publishes ±0.01 mm and the N2 ±0.02 mm.
How heavy are they?
Both weigh 19 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4SH for speed. Choose the N2 for tight six-axis cells.
