FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs Kawasaki RS003N: Compact Robot Comparison
Updated: 12 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE This is a load-versus-reach trade-off: FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH has the higher stated load capacity, while Kawasaki RS003N has the longer stated reach. Start with the constraint your task actually has. FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH has 5 axes, compared with 6 axes for Kawasaki RS003N. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH Consider it when additional load capacity matters more than extra reach. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Kawasaki RS003N Consider it when reaching farther matters more than the higher payload of the alternative. This article compares 3 kg with a published reach of 620 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 RS003N are compact robots of about 20 kg. The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is a five-axis arm built for speed, carrying 4 kg at ±0.01 mm and listed about 37% lower. The RS003N has six axes, carries 3 kg and reaches 620 mm.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better value for fast vertical pick-and-place, with 4 kg, ±0.01 mm and a listed price $9,500 lower. The Kawasaki RS003N is the better choice for six-axis light assembly in Kawasaki-standard plants.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and RS003N 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 RS003N carries 3 kg over 620 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.02 mm and weighs 20 kg according to Kawasaki's RS series brochure. It runs on the F60 controller. The brochure does not clearly assign an IP rating to the RS003N.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | Kawasaki RS003N |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $16,000 | $25,500 |
Payload | 4 kg | 3 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 620 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02 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 | 20 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | F60 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
Kawasaki RS003N: listed from $25,500
Difference: $9,500
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH costs roughly 37% less
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 RS003N keeps six axes, so it can tilt parts and insert at an angle, and reaches 620 mm against 550 mm.
Payload and precision
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg against 3 kg. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from Kawasaki. FANUC rates the 4SH IP67; Kawasaki's brochure does not clearly assign an IP rating to the RS003N.
Controllers
FANUC runs the LR Mate 200iD/4SH on the R-30iB Plus with FANUC's vision and safety options. Kawasaki runs the RS003N on the compact F60 controller, programmed in its AS language from the teach pendant.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Packaging
Small-part handling near coolant
Best applications for the Kawasaki RS003N
Six-axis light assembly
Small handling cells
Kawasaki-standard plants
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
About 37% lower listed price
4 kg payload
±0.01 mm repeatability
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
Five axes
Kawasaki RS003N advantages
Six axes
620 mm reach
Kawasaki RS003N limitations
About $9,500 higher listed price
3 kg payload
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast pick-and-place. Choose the Kawasaki RS003N for six-axis work in Kawasaki plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the Kawasaki RS003N?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH is listed from $16,000 and the RS003N from $25,500, a difference of $9,500.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH has five axes; the RS003N six.
Which robot carries more?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg; the RS003N 3 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH publishes ±0.01 mm and the RS003N ±0.02 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH weighs 19 kg; the RS003N 20 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4SH for speed. Choose the RS003N for six-axis work.
