FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs Yaskawa AR900: 7 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 8 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 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 717 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 and the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 both carry 7 kg at ±0.01 mm. The LR Mate is a compact handling robot with 717 mm reach and IP67. The AR900 is an arc welding robot with 927 mm reach, listed about 17% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa AR900 is the better choice for welding small and medium parts, with 927 mm and a listed price $3,000 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is the better choice for compact handling, assembly and machine tending, with a 25 kg arm and IP67.
LR Mate 200iD and AR900 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg over 717 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 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 | Yaskawa Motoman AR900 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $17,500 | $14,500 |
Payload | 7 kg | 7 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 927 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 25 kg | 37 kg |
IP rating | IP67 (IP69K optional) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD: listed from $17,500
Yaskawa AR900: listed from $14,500
Difference: $3,000
The AR900 costs roughly 17% less
Reach and process
The AR900 reaches 927 mm, about 210 mm beyond the 717 mm of the LR Mate 200iD, and is built for arc welding, spot welding and cutting. The LR Mate 200iD targets handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing in compact cells.
Weight and protection
The LR Mate weighs 25 kg, 12 kg less than the 37 kg AR900. FANUC rates it IP67 with IP69K optional, which suits coolant, washdown and food work. The AR900 installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted.
Controllers
FANUC runs the LR Mate 200iD on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus. Yaskawa runs the AR900 on the YRC1000, shared across its AR welding range, which simplifies plants with several weld cells.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD
Compact assembly
Machine tending with coolant
Washdown handling
Best applications for the Yaskawa AR900
Arc welding of small parts
Compact weld cells
Cutting
LR Mate 200iD advantages
25 kg arm
IP67, IP69K optional
LR Mate 200iD limitations
717 mm reach
About $3,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa AR900 advantages
About 17% lower listed price
927 mm reach
Built for arc welding
Yaskawa AR900 limitations
37 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa AR900 for welding. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD for compact handling.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Yaskawa AR900?
The AR900 is listed from $14,500 and the LR Mate 200iD from $17,500, a difference of $3,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The AR900 reaches 927 mm; the LR Mate 200iD 717 mm.
Do both carry 7 kg?
Yes, at ±0.01 mm.
Which robot is built for welding?
The AR900.
Which robot is lighter?
The LR Mate 200iD weighs 25 kg; the AR900 37 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the AR900 for welding. Choose the LR Mate 200iD for compact handling.
