FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs Epson N6: Compact Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD and the Epson N6 take different approaches to compact cells. The LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg over 717 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 kg and is listed about 27% lower. The N6 uses a folding arm to reach 1010 mm with 6 kg.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is the better value for 7 kg tending and assembly, with ±0.01 mm, IP67 and a listed price $6,500 lower. The Epson N6 is the better choice when a folding arm must reach about 1 m inside a compact cell.
LR Mate 200iD and N6 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 Epson Flexion N6 (1000 mm model) carries 6 kg (3 kg rated) over 1010 mm to the wrist center, repeats to ±0.04 mm, weighs 69 kg and runs on the RC700A controller. Its folding arm reaches the space beside its own base. Epson lists no IP rating for it.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD | Epson N6 |
Brand | FANUC | Epson |
Listed price | $17,500 | $24,000 |
Payload | 7 kg | 6 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 1010 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.04 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | J1 450°/s; J2 380°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 550°/s; J5 545°/s; J6 1000°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 25 kg | 69 kg |
IP rating | IP67 (IP69K optional) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | Epson RC700-A |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD: listed from $17,500
Epson N6: listed from $24,000
Difference: $6,500
The LR Mate 200iD costs roughly 27% less
Reach and design
The N6 reaches 1010 mm to the wrist center, about 293 mm beyond the 717 mm of the LR Mate 200iD. Its folding arm bends back on itself, so it can serve fixtures beside and behind its base from a small footprint.
Payload and precision
The LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg against 6 kg maximum (3 kg rated) for the N6. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.04 mm from Epson, a clear gap for fine assembly and inspection.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg, about a third of the 69 kg N6, which matters on machine tops and carts. FANUC rates it IP67 with IP69K optional; Epson lists no IP rating for the N6.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD
Machine tending
Food and washdown cells
Precision assembly
Best applications for the Epson N6
Compact cells needing 1 m reach
Multi-fixture handling around the base
Clean benchtop automation
LR Mate 200iD advantages
About 27% lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
25 kg arm
IP67 protection
LR Mate 200iD limitations
717 mm reach
Epson N6 advantages
1010 mm reach
Folding arm
Epson N6 limitations
±0.04 mm repeatability
69 kg arm
No IP rating listed
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD for value and precision. Choose the Epson N6 for 1 m reach in a compact cell.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Epson N6?
The LR Mate 200iD is listed from $17,500 and the N6 from $24,000, a difference of $6,500.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The N6 reaches 1010 mm to the wrist center; the LR Mate 200iD 717 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD publishes ±0.01 mm and the N6 ±0.04 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg; the N6 69 kg.
Which robot carries more?
The LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg; the N6 6 kg maximum.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD for value. Choose the N6 for 1 m reach in a compact cell.
