FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs Kawasaki RS007L: 7 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD and the Kawasaki RS007L both carry 7 kg. The RS007L reaches 930 mm, about 213 mm further. The LR Mate 200iD repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 kg, is rated IP67 and is listed about 46% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is the better value for compact 7 kg tending and assembly, with ±0.01 mm and a listed price $15,000 lower. The Kawasaki RS007L is the better choice when the cell needs 930 mm or runs on Kawasaki controllers.
LR Mate 200iD and RS007L 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 Kawasaki RS007L carries 7 kg over 930 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 36 kg according to Kawasaki's RS series brochure. The brochure does not clearly assign an IP rating or controller to the RS007L.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD | Kawasaki RS007L |
Brand | FANUC | Kawasaki |
Listed price | $17,500 | $32,500 |
Payload | 7 kg | 7 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 930 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.03 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 | 36 kg |
IP rating | IP67 (IP69K optional) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD: listed from $17,500
Kawasaki RS007L: listed from $32,500
Difference: $15,000
The LR Mate 200iD costs roughly 46% less
Reach and precision
The RS007L reaches 930 mm, about 213 mm beyond the 717 mm of the LR Mate 200iD. FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm against ±0.03 mm from Kawasaki. If the extra reach is needed, FANUC's own LR Mate 200iD/7L reaches 911 mm.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg, 11 kg less than the 36 kg RS007L. FANUC rates it IP67 with IP69K optional. Kawasaki's brochure does not clearly assign an IP rating to the RS007L.
Controllers and ecosystem
FANUC runs the LR Mate 200iD on the R-30iB Plus or Mate Plus with FANUC's vision, force sensing and safety options. Kawasaki programs the RS series in its AS language from the teach pendant.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD
Compact machine tending
Food and washdown cells
Precision assembly
Best applications for the Kawasaki RS007L
7 kg handling at 930 mm
Assembly cells
Kawasaki-standard plants
LR Mate 200iD advantages
About 46% lower listed price
±0.01 mm repeatability
25 kg arm
IP67 protection
LR Mate 200iD limitations
717 mm reach
Kawasaki RS007L advantages
930 mm reach
Kawasaki RS007L limitations
About $15,000 higher listed price
IP rating not confirmed
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD for value and precision. Choose the Kawasaki RS007L for reach in Kawasaki plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Kawasaki RS007L?
The LR Mate 200iD is listed from $17,500 and the RS007L from $32,500, a difference of $15,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The RS007L reaches 930 mm; the LR Mate 200iD 717 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD publishes ±0.01 mm and the RS007L ±0.03 mm.
How heavy are they?
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg; the RS007L 36 kg.
Do both carry 7 kg?
Yes.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LR Mate 200iD for value. Choose the RS007L for reach in Kawasaki plants.
