FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC vs Yaskawa GP7: 7 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 10 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 7 kg. Yaskawa Motoman GP7 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 GP7 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 GP7 share the same 7 kg, ±0.01 mm envelope and IP67 rating. The 7LC adds a clean-room design and an optional IP69K rating for washdown. The GP7 is a general-purpose robot listed about a third lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP7 is the better value for general handling and machine tending, with a listed price $7,000 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC is the better choice for clean rooms and hot, high-pressure washdown.
LR Mate 200iD/7LC and GP7 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 GP7 carries 7 kg over 927 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 37 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the YRC1000 or YRC1000micro controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC | Yaskawa Motoman GP7 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $21,000 | $14,000 |
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) | IP67 |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 / YRC1000micro |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC: listed from $21,000
Yaskawa GP7: listed from $14,000
Difference: $7,000
The GP7 costs roughly 33% less
Clean-room design
FANUC says the 7LC meets clean room standards and offers IP69K on body, wrist and J3 arm for hot, high-pressure cleaning. The GP7 is rated IP67, which handles coolant and dust but is not specified for clean rooms in its published data.
Envelope and weight
Both carry 7 kg, reach 911 mm and 927 mm and repeat to ±0.01 mm. The 7LC weighs 27 kg, against 37 kg for the GP7. Both list handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Controllers
The 7LC runs on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus. The GP7 runs on the YRC1000 or the compact YRC1000micro, and installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/7LC
Clean-room handling
Pharma and medical automation
Washdown food handling
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP7
Machine tending
Packaging
General small-part handling
LR Mate 200iD/7LC advantages
Clean-room design
IP69K option
27 kg arm
LR Mate 200iD/7LC limitations
About $7,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP7 advantages
About 33% lower listed price
IP67
Yaskawa GP7 limitations
37 kg arm
Not specified for clean rooms
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP7 for general work. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC for clean rooms.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7LC or the Yaskawa GP7?
The GP7 is listed from $14,000 and the 7LC from $21,000, a difference of $7,000.
Which robot is built for clean rooms?
The LR Mate 200iD/7LC.
Are both IP67?
Yes; the 7LC also offers IP69K.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.01 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The 7LC weighs 27 kg; the GP7 37 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP7 for general work. Choose the 7LC for clean rooms.
