FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC vs DENSO VS-068: Cleanroom Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC and the DENSO VS-068 both serve clean environments with 7 kg of payload. The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm, weighs 27 kg and is listed about 42% lower. The VS-068 lists a 0.31 s cycle time and ISO cleanroom versions.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC is the better value for clean handling and assembly at longer reach, with a listed price $15,000 lower. The DENSO VS-068 is the better choice when a specific ISO cleanroom class or DENSO's RC8 platform is required.
LR Mate 200iD/7LC and VS-068 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC carries 7 kg over 911 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 27 kg, is rated IP67 with IP69K as an option and runs on the R-30iB Plus controller. FANUC states that it meets clean room standards but does not list an ISO class on its page.
The DENSO VS-068 carries 7 kg over a 710 mm maximum motion area, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 49 kg and lists a 0.31 s cycle time on the RC8 controller. DENSO offers standard (IP40), dust and splash, ISO 3 and ISO 5 cleanroom and IP67 versions.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC | DENSO VS-068 |
Brand | FANUC | DENSO |
Listed price | $21,000 | $36,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 7 kg |
Reach | 911 mm | 710 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 370°/s; J2 310°/s; J3 410°/s; J4 550°/s; J5 545°/s; J6 1000°/s | Cycle time 0.31 s |
Arm weight | 27 kg | 49 kg |
IP rating | IP67 (IP69K optional) | IP40 standard; IP67 version available |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | DENSO RC8 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC: listed from $21,000
DENSO VS-068: listed from $36,000
Difference: $15,000
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC costs roughly 42% less
Reach and precision
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm, about 200 mm beyond the 710 mm of the VS-068. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from DENSO. Both suit precise handling of wafers, medical parts and small electronics.
Cleanroom specifications
DENSO publishes ISO 3 and ISO 5 cleanroom versions of the VS-068. FANUC says the 7LC meets clean room standards and adds IP67, with IP69K as an option, but its product page does not name an ISO class. Confirm the required class with FANUC before specifying it.
Weight and speed
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC weighs 27 kg, about 22 kg less than the 49 kg VS-068. DENSO lists a 0.31 s cycle time; FANUC lists joint speeds up to 1000°/s on J6.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7LC
Clean handling at longer reach
Food and pharmaceutical washdown
Precision assembly
Best applications for the DENSO VS-068
ISO-class cleanroom electronics
Medical and lab automation
Fast compact handling
LR Mate 200iD/7LC advantages
About 42% lower listed price
911 mm reach
27 kg arm
IP69K option
LR Mate 200iD/7LC limitations
No ISO class named on FANUC's page
DENSO VS-068 advantages
Published ISO 3 and ISO 5 versions
0.31 s cycle time
DENSO VS-068 limitations
About $15,000 higher listed price
49 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC for value and reach. Choose the DENSO VS-068 for a documented ISO cleanroom class.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC or the DENSO VS-068?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC is listed from $21,000 and the VS-068 from $36,000, a difference of $15,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm; the VS-068 710 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC publishes ±0.01 mm and the VS-068 ±0.02 mm.
Do both have cleanroom versions?
Yes. DENSO publishes ISO 3 and ISO 5 versions; FANUC says the 7LC meets clean room standards without naming an ISO class.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC weighs 27 kg; the VS-068 49 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD/7LC for value. Choose the VS-068 for a documented ISO class.
