FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC vs Yaskawa AR900: 7 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 12 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/7LC 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/7LC and the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 have nearly identical envelopes: 7 kg, about 920 mm and ±0.01 mm. The 7LC is a clean-room robot with IP67 and optional IP69K. The AR900 is an arc welding robot listed about 31% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC is the right choice for clean and washdown environments. The Yaskawa AR900 is the right choice for small-part welding, with a listed price $6,500 lower.
LR Mate 200iD/7LC and AR900 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC carries 7 kg over 911 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 27 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mate Plus controller. FANUC rates it IP67, with IP69K as an option.
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/7LC | Yaskawa Motoman AR900 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $21,000 | $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 (IP69K optional) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC: listed from $21,000
Yaskawa AR900: listed from $14,500
Difference: $6,500
The AR900 costs roughly 31% less
Clean room against weld cell
FANUC builds the 7LC to meet clean room standards, with IP69K available for hot, high-pressure washdown. That suits semiconductors, medical devices, pharmaceuticals and food. Yaskawa builds the AR900 for arc welding, spot welding and cutting.
Envelope and weight
Both carry 7 kg, reach 911 mm and 927 mm and repeat to ±0.01 mm. The 7LC weighs 27 kg, 10 kg less than the 37 kg AR900, which helps inside compact enclosures and on light frames.
Controllers
The 7LC runs on FANUC's compact R-30iB Mate Plus. The AR900 runs on Yaskawa's YRC1000, shared with the larger AR welding robots, so a weld shop can keep one controller family.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7LC
Clean-room handling
Pharma and medical automation
Washdown food handling
Best applications for the Yaskawa AR900
Arc welding of small parts
Compact welding cells
Cutting
LR Mate 200iD/7LC advantages
Clean-room design
IP67, IP69K optional
27 kg arm
LR Mate 200iD/7LC limitations
About $6,500 higher listed price
Yaskawa AR900 advantages
About 31% lower listed price
Built for arc welding
Yaskawa AR900 limitations
37 kg arm
Not a clean-room robot
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC for clean environments. Choose the Yaskawa AR900 for welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC or the Yaskawa AR900?
The AR900 is listed from $14,500 and the 7LC from $21,000, a difference of $6,500.
Do both carry 7 kg?
Yes, over about 920 mm at ±0.01 mm.
Which robot is built for clean rooms?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC.
Which robot is built for welding?
The AR900.
Which robot is lighter?
The 7LC weighs 27 kg; the AR900 37 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the 7LC for clean rooms. Choose the AR900 for welding.
