FANUC M-410iC/185 vs Yaskawa PL190: Palletizing Robot Comparison
The FANUC M-410iC/185 and the Yaskawa Motoman PL190 are direct competitors: four-axis palletizers with about 3.15 m reach and ±0.05 mm. The PL190 carries 5 kg more and is listed 25% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa PL190 is the better value for palletizing, with 190 kg, internally routed cables and a listed price $20,000 lower. The FANUC M-410iC/185 is the natural choice for plants standardized on FANUC.
M-410iC/185 and PL190 at a glance
The FANUC M-410iC/185 carries 185 kg over 3143 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm and runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) controller. It weighs 1600 kg on the pedestal base, controller included.
The Yaskawa Motoman PL190 carries 190 kg over 3159 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1680 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-410iC/185 | Yaskawa Motoman PL190 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $80,000 | $60,000 |
Payload | 185 kg | 190 kg |
Reach | 3143 mm | 3159 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 4 | 4 |
Arm weight | 1600 kg (pedestal base, controller included) | 1680 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC M-410iC/185: listed from $80,000
Yaskawa PL190: listed from $60,000
Difference: $20,000
The PL190 costs roughly 25% less
Same class
Both use four axes, reach about 3.15 m and repeat to ±0.05 mm. The PL190 carries 190 kg, 5 kg more. With that reach, either robot can serve several infeed conveyors and pallet positions from one base.
Cable routing
Yaskawa's PL series routes cables and air lines internally, which reduces wear and snagging on the gripper supply. FANUC lists the M-410iC/185 as a dedicated palletizing robot on the R-30iB Plus controller.
Installation and controllers
FANUC quotes 1600 kg for the M-410iC/185 on its pedestal base with the controller included. Yaskawa lists 1680 kg for the PL190 arm. Both mount on the floor; the PL190 runs on the YRC1000.
Best applications for the M-410iC/185
Palletizing in FANUC plants
Case and bag palletizing
Depalletizing
Best applications for the Yaskawa PL190
Case and bag palletizing
Pick-and-pack
Multi-line palletizing
M-410iC/185 advantages
±0.05 mm repeatability
FANUC controller ecosystem
M-410iC/185 limitations
About $20,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa PL190 advantages
About 25% lower listed price
190 kg payload
Internally routed cables and air lines
Yaskawa PL190 limitations
1680 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa PL190 for value. Choose the FANUC M-410iC/185 for FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC M-410iC/185 or the Yaskawa PL190?
The PL190 is listed from $60,000 and the M-410iC/185 from $80,000, a difference of $20,000.
Are both four-axis palletizers?
Yes.
Which robot carries more?
The PL190 carries 190 kg; the M-410iC/185 185 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are almost equal: 3159 mm and 3143 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the PL190 for value. Choose the M-410iC/185 for FANUC plants.
