FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs DENSO VS-068: 7 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD and the DENSO VS-068 are close on envelope: 7 kg over 717 mm and 710 mm. The LR Mate 200iD repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 kg, is rated IP67 and is listed about 51% lower. The VS-068 weighs 49 kg and lists a 0.31 s cycle time.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is the better value for 7 kg tending, assembly and handling, with half the arm weight and a listed price $18,500 lower. The DENSO VS-068 is the better choice where its 0.31 s cycle time or cleanroom variants are required.
LR Mate 200iD and VS-068 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg over 717 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 kg, is rated IP67 with IP69K as an option and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
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 cleanroom and IP67 versions.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD | DENSO VS-068 |
Brand | FANUC | DENSO |
Listed price | $17,500 | $36,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 7 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 710 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 450°/s; J2 380°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 550°/s; J5 545°/s; J6 1000°/s | Cycle time 0.31 s |
Arm weight | 25 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: listed from $17,500
DENSO VS-068: listed from $36,000
Difference: $18,500
The LR Mate 200iD costs roughly 51% less
Payload, reach and precision
Both carry 7 kg, and reach is practically the same: 717 mm and 710 mm. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.02 mm from DENSO. Either covers a CNC door, a parts tray and an inspection station.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg, about half the 49 kg of the VS-068, which matters on machine tops, carts and gantries. FANUC rates it IP67 with IP69K as an option for washdown; DENSO's standard VS-068 is IP40, with dust and splash, cleanroom and IP67 versions.
Speed and controllers
DENSO publishes a 0.31 s standard cycle time for the VS-068 on the RC8. FANUC publishes joint speeds up to 1000°/s on J6 for the LR Mate 200iD, which runs on the R-30iB Plus or Mate Plus with FANUC's vision and safety options.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD
Machine tending
Food and washdown cells
Small-part assembly
Best applications for the DENSO VS-068
Fast small-part handling
Cleanroom electronics
Medical and lab automation
LR Mate 200iD advantages
About 51% lower listed price
25 kg arm
IP67, IP69K optional
±0.01 mm repeatability
LR Mate 200iD limitations
Fewer cleanroom variants
DENSO VS-068 advantages
0.31 s cycle time
Cleanroom and IP67 versions
DENSO VS-068 limitations
About $18,500 higher listed price
49 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD for value and a light arm. Choose the DENSO VS-068 for cleanroom variants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the DENSO VS-068?
The LR Mate 200iD is listed from $17,500 and the VS-068 from $36,000, a difference of $18,500.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are close: 717 mm for the LR Mate 200iD and 710 mm for the VS-068.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD publishes ±0.01 mm and the VS-068 ±0.02 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg; the VS-068 49 kg.
What IP ratings do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD is IP67 with IP69K optional; the VS-068 is IP40 standard with an IP67 version.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD for value. Choose the VS-068 for cleanroom variants.
