Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 12 kg Arc Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 12 kg, a reach of 1440 mm and ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 20,500. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 12 kg, a horizontal reach of 1440 mm and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. The arm weighs 150 kg and is installed on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, and it runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 20,500.
Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 12 kg
Reach: 1440 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Weight: 150 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 20,500
Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | AR1440 |
Robot type | 6-axis arc welding robot |
Maximum payload | 12 kg |
Reach | 1440 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Controller | YRC1000 |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, CC-Link, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, AS-Interface, OPC UA, 2 Ethernet ports, 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs |
Starting price | From USD 20,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 12 kg
Horizontal reach 1440 mm
Repeatability ±0.02 mm
Mass 150 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The AR1440 belongs to the Motoman AR-series. Published build data: mass 150 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The AR1440 runs on the YRC1000 controller and is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language. Yaskawa's MotoSim software is available for offline programming and simulation.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, CC-Link, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, AS-Interface, OPC UA, 2 Ethernet ports and 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs.
Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the AR1440 are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Arc welding
The AR1440 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.02 mm repeatability.
Spot welding
The AR1440 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Cutting
The AR1440 is used for cutting within its 12 kg payload and 1440 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 is listed from USD 20,500 on All Things Cobots. The controller, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
12 kg maximum payload with a 1440 mm reach
±0.02 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 12 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 fits fabricators and manufacturers that are automating arc welding.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 is listed from USD 20,500 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440?
The AR1440 has a maximum payload of 12 kg and a reach of 1440 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440?
Its published repeatability is ±0.02 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 have?
The AR1440 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 programmed?
It is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language, and MotoSim is available for offline programming and simulation.
Which controller does the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 weigh?
Published mass 150 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman AR1440 used for?
Typical applications are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
