FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L vs Epson C8: Compact Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L and the Epson C8 are listed $1,000 apart. The LR Mate 200iD/7L reaches 911 mm, about 200 mm further, repeats to ±0.01 mm and weighs 27 kg. The C8 carries 8 kg and lists a 0.31 s cycle time.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L is the better choice for reach, precision and a light arm, with a listed price $1,000 lower. The Epson C8 is the better choice for 8 kg loads and fast compact cells.
LR Mate 200iD/7L and C8 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L carries 7 kg over 911 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 27 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The Epson C8 carries 8 kg (3 kg rated) over 711 mm to the wrist center, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 49 kg (53 kg for the IP67 model) and lists a 0.31 s cycle time on the RC700A controller. Epson offers IP67 and ISO Class 3 versions.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L | Epson C8 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $19,000 | $20,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 8 kg |
Reach | 911 mm | 711 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.020 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 370°/s; J2 310°/s; J3 410°/s; J4 550°/s; J5 545°/s; J6 1000°/s | 0.31 s standard cycle time |
Arm weight | 27 kg | 49 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP67 version available |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | Epson RC700-A |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L: listed from $19,000
Epson C8: listed from $20,000
Difference: $1,000
The LR Mate 200iD/7L costs roughly 5% less
Reach and precision
The LR Mate 200iD/7L reaches 911 mm, about 200 mm beyond the 711 mm of the C8, which helps reach deeper into machines. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from Epson.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate 200iD/7L weighs 27 kg, about 22 kg less than the 49 kg C8. FANUC rates it IP67; Epson offers an IP67 C8 model at 53 kg and an ISO Class 3 cleanroom model.
Payload and speed
The C8 lists 8 kg maximum, 1 kg more, with 3 kg rated. Epson publishes a 0.31 s cycle time for the C8; FANUC publishes joint speeds up to 1000°/s on J6 for the LR Mate 200iD/7L.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7L
Machine tending at longer reach
Small-part assembly
Washdown or coolant cells
Best applications for the Epson C8
8 kg handling
Fast compact pick-and-place
Cleanroom electronics
LR Mate 200iD/7L advantages
About 5% lower listed price
911 mm reach
±0.01 mm repeatability
27 kg arm
LR Mate 200iD/7L limitations
7 kg payload
Epson C8 advantages
8 kg maximum payload
0.31 s cycle time
Epson C8 limitations
711 mm reach
49 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L for reach and precision. Choose the Epson C8 for 8 kg and speed.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L or the Epson C8?
The LR Mate 200iD/7L is listed from $19,000 and the C8 from $20,000, a difference of $1,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The LR Mate 200iD/7L reaches 911 mm; the C8 711 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/7L publishes ±0.01 mm and the C8 ±0.02 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/7L weighs 27 kg; the C8 49 kg.
Which robot carries more?
The C8 lists 8 kg maximum; the LR Mate 200iD/7L 7 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/7L for reach. Choose the C8 for 8 kg loads.
