FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L vs Yaskawa AR900: 7 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 10 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 7 kg. Yaskawa Motoman AR900 has the longer stated reach, which may help reach separated fixtures; it does not guarantee access at every tool angle. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 7 kg with a published reach of 911 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Yaskawa Motoman AR900 Consider it when extra reach is useful while the compared load capacity is the same. This article compares 7 kg with a published reach of 927 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Choose the robot that handles your actual tool and part through the required path, with controls and support your team can use. Compare complete installation quotes, rather than arm-only prices. |
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L and the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 share almost the same envelope: 7 kg over 911 and 927 mm at ±0.01 mm. The 7L is a handling robot rated IP67. The AR900 is an arc welding robot listed about 24% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa AR900 is the better choice for welding small and medium parts, with a listed price $4,500 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L is the better choice for handling, machine tending and assembly, with a 27 kg arm and IP67.
LR Mate 200iD/7L and AR900 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L carries 7 kg over 911 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 27 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The Yaskawa Motoman AR900 carries 7 kg over 927 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 37 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L | Yaskawa Motoman AR900 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $19,000 | $14,500 |
Payload | 7 kg | 7 kg |
Reach | 911 mm | 927 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 27 kg | 37 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L: listed from $19,000
Yaskawa AR900: listed from $14,500
Difference: $4,500
The AR900 costs roughly 24% less
Same envelope, different process
Both carry 7 kg, reach about 920 mm and repeat to ±0.01 mm. Yaskawa builds the AR900 for arc welding, spot welding and cutting; FANUC positions the 7L for handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing. The process decides between them.
Weight and protection
The 7L weighs 27 kg, 10 kg less than the 37 kg AR900, and is rated IP67, which suits CNC tending with coolant. The AR900 installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, which helps fit it around a welding positioner.
Controllers
FANUC runs the 7L on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus. Yaskawa runs the AR900 on the YRC1000, which also drives its larger AR welding robots, so a plant can standardize one controller across weld cells.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7L
Machine tending with coolant
Small-part assembly
Inspection
Best applications for the Yaskawa AR900
Arc welding of small parts
Compact weld cells
Cutting
LR Mate 200iD/7L advantages
27 kg arm
IP67
LR Mate 200iD/7L limitations
About $4,500 higher listed price
Not a dedicated welding robot
Yaskawa AR900 advantages
About 24% lower listed price
Built for arc welding
927 mm reach
Yaskawa AR900 limitations
37 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa AR900 for welding. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L for handling and tending.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L or the Yaskawa AR900?
The AR900 is listed from $14,500 and the 7L from $19,000, a difference of $4,500.
Do both carry 7 kg?
Yes, over about 920 mm.
Which robot is built for welding?
The AR900.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.01 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The 7L weighs 27 kg; the AR900 37 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the AR900 for welding. Choose the 7L for handling.
