FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs Kawasaki BA006N: Robot Comparison
Updated: 12 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Kawasaki BA006N has the higher stated load capacity and longer stated reach. Those figures help shortlist it for heavier loads or wider layouts, but do not prove a faster production cycle. FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH has 5 axes, compared with 6 axes for Kawasaki BA006N. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Kawasaki BA006N Consider it when additional load capacity and reach matter. This article compares 6 kg with a published reach of 1445 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Check the required tool angles and approach path: different axis counts change movement options. Choose only after both suppliers demonstrate the loaded task and quote the same complete installation. |
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the Kawasaki BA006N are built for different work. The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is a 19 kg five-axis arm for fast pick-and-place at ±0.01 mm. The BA006N is a 150 kg six-axis arc welding robot reaching 1445 mm. The LR Mate is listed about 53% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast vertical pick-and-place and packaging, with a listed price $18,200 lower. The Kawasaki BA006N is the better choice for arc welding, with a hollow welding arm and six axes.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and BA006N 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 Kawasaki BA006N carries 6 kg over 1445 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.06 mm (ISO 9283) and weighs 150 kg according to Kawasaki's specification sheet. It is a dedicated arc welding robot. The sheet does not state an IP rating.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | Kawasaki BA006N |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $16,000 | $34,200 |
Payload | 4 kg | 6 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 1445 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.06 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 | 150 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | F60 / F01 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
Kawasaki BA006N: listed from $34,200
Difference: $18,200
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH costs roughly 53% less
Different purposes
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH drops one wrist axis for speed, with a 1500°/s J5 axis for vertical pick-and-place. The BA006N keeps six axes for torch orientation and routes welding cables through its hollow upper arm, with 1445 mm of reach.
Precision and payload
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.06 mm from Kawasaki. The BA006N carries 6 kg against 4 kg, which covers a welding torch and seam sensor.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH weighs 19 kg against 150 kg. FANUC rates it IP67, so it can work near coolant and washdown; Kawasaki's sheet does not state an IP rating for the BA006N.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Packaging
Small-part handling near coolant
Best applications for the Kawasaki BA006N
MIG/MAG arc welding
Medium welding fixtures
Kawasaki-standard welding cells
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
About 53% lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
19 kg arm
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
Five axes
Not a welding robot
Kawasaki BA006N advantages
Six axes for torch orientation
1445 mm reach
Kawasaki BA006N limitations
±0.06 mm repeatability
150 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast pick-and-place. Choose the Kawasaki BA006N for arc welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the Kawasaki BA006N?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is listed from $16,000 and the BA006N from $34,200, a difference of $18,200.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH has five axes; the BA006N six.
Which robot is for welding?
The BA006N, a dedicated arc welding robot.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH publishes ±0.01 mm and the BA006N ±0.06 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH weighs 19 kg; the BA006N 150 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4SH for pick-and-place. Choose the BA006N for welding.
