FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L vs ABB IRB 1200: Long-Reach Compact Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L and the long-reach ABB IRB 1200-5/0.9 cover almost the same 900 mm envelope. The LR Mate 7L carries 2 kg more at that reach, repeats more tightly and costs about 27% less. The IRB 1200 family also offers a 7 kg, 700 mm version.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L is the value choice for long-reach compact handling, with 7 kg over 911 mm, ±0.01 mm repeatability and a listed price about 27% lower. The ABB IRB 1200 is the better choice for ABB-based lines and buyers who want one family with 700 mm and 900 mm versions.
LR Mate 200iD/7L and IRB 1200 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L carries 7 kg over 911 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 27 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The ABB IRB 1200 comes as the 7 kg / 700 mm version or the 5 kg / 900 mm version, repeats to ±0.02–0.025 mm and runs on OmniCore or IRC5.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L | ABB IRB 1200 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $19,000 | $26,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 5–7 kg |
Reach | 911 mm | 700–900 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02–0.025 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 27 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | ABB OmniCore or IRC5 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L: listed from $19,000
ABB IRB 1200: listed from $26,000
Difference: $7,000
The LR Mate 7L costs roughly 27% less
Payload at long reach
At about 900 mm reach, the LR Mate 7L carries 7 kg over 911 mm, while the IRB 1200-5/0.9 carries 5 kg over 900 mm. Machine tending with heavier grippers at full reach favors the LR Mate 7L.
Precision
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm repeatability for the LR Mate 7L, against ±0.025 mm for the IRB 1200-5/0.9 and ±0.02 mm for the 7 kg version. Precise loading of small parts into fixtures and chucks favors the LR Mate.
Controllers and mounting
The LR Mate 7L weighs 27 kg, mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle and runs on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus controller. ABB offers the IRB 1200 on OmniCore or IRC5. Plants usually favor the brand their technicians already know.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7L
Machine tending over 900 mm
Precise small-part loading
Plants standardized on FANUC
Best applications for the ABB IRB 1200
Handling in small cells
Lines needing 700 mm and 900 mm versions
Plants standardized on ABB
LR Mate 200iD/7L advantages
7 kg at 911 mm reach
±0.01 mm repeatability
About 27% lower listed price
LR Mate 200iD/7L limitations
27 kg arm
ABB IRB 1200 advantages
700 mm and 900 mm versions
OmniCore or IRC5 controller
ABB IRB 1200 limitations
5 kg at 900 mm reach
About $7,000 higher listed price
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L for payload and precision at long reach. Choose the ABB IRB 1200 for ABB-based lines and a choice of reach versions.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L or the ABB IRB 1200?
The LR Mate 7L is listed from $19,000 and the IRB 1200 from $26,000, a difference of $7,000.
Which robot carries more at about 900 mm reach?
The LR Mate 7L carries 7 kg over 911 mm; the IRB 1200-5/0.9 carries 5 kg over 900 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 7L publishes ±0.01 mm and the IRB 1200 ±0.02 to ±0.025 mm.
Does the IRB 1200 come in other versions?
Yes. ABB offers a 7 kg, 700 mm version and a 5 kg, 900 mm version.
Which robot is lighter?
The LR Mate 7L weighs 27 kg; the reviewed IRB 1200 specification does not list its weight.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 7L for payload at reach. Choose the IRB 1200 for ABB lines.
