FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC vs Epson C8: Clean Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC and the Epson C8 are both used in clean environments. The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm and weighs 27 kg. The C8 carries 8 kg, is offered in an ISO Class 3 version and is listed about 5% lower.
Quick verdict. The Epson C8 is the better value for fast cleanroom handling with a documented ISO Class 3 version, at a listed price $1,000 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC is the better choice for longer reach, tighter repeatability and washdown with IP69K.
LR Mate 200iD/7LC and C8 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 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/7LC | Epson C8 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $21,000 | $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 (IP69K optional) | IP67 version available |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | Epson RC700-A |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC: listed from $21,000
Epson C8: listed from $20,000
Difference: $1,000
The C8 costs roughly 5% less
Reach and precision
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm, about 200 mm beyond the 711 mm of the C8. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from Epson, which helps with wafers, medical parts and fine assembly.
Cleanroom specifications
Epson publishes an ISO Class 3 clean and ESD version of the C8. FANUC says the 7LC meets clean room standards and adds IP67, with IP69K as an option for washdown, but its product page does not name an ISO class. Confirm the required class with FANUC.
Weight and speed
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC weighs 27 kg, about 22 kg less than the 49 kg C8. Epson publishes a 0.31 s cycle time; FANUC publishes 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 Epson C8
ISO Class 3 electronics handling
Fast pick-and-place
8 kg handling
LR Mate 200iD/7LC advantages
911 mm reach
±0.01 mm repeatability
27 kg arm
IP69K option
LR Mate 200iD/7LC limitations
About $1,000 higher listed price
No ISO class named on FANUC's page
Epson C8 advantages
About 5% lower listed price
Published ISO Class 3 version
8 kg maximum payload
Epson C8 limitations
49 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Epson C8 for documented ISO Class 3. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC for reach, precision and washdown.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC or the Epson C8?
The C8 is listed from $20,000 and the LR Mate 200iD/7LC from $21,000, a difference of $1,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC reaches 911 mm; the C8 711 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC publishes ±0.01 mm and the C8 ±0.02 mm.
Do both have cleanroom versions?
Yes. Epson publishes an ISO Class 3 C8; 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 C8 49 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the C8 for ISO Class 3. Choose the LR Mate 200iD/7LC for reach and washdown.
