Yaskawa Motoman AR700 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 8 kg Arc Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman AR700 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 8 kg, a reach of 727 mm and ±0.02 mm repeatability, listed from USD 15,500. 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 AR700 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 8 kg, a horizontal reach of 727 mm and a repeatability of ±0.02 mm. It belongs to Yaskawa's AR series of arc welding robots. The arm weighs 32 kg and is installed on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, and it runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 15,500.
Yaskawa Motoman AR700 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 8 kg
Reach: 727 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.02 mm
Weight: 32 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 15,500
Yaskawa Motoman AR700 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman AR700.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman AR700 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | AR700 |
Robot type | 6-axis arc welding robot |
Maximum payload | 8 kg |
Reach | 727 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 15,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 8 kg
Horizontal reach 727 mm
Repeatability ±0.02 mm
Mass 32 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The AR700 belongs to the Motoman AR-series. Published build data: mass 32 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The AR700 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 AR700 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the AR700 are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Arc welding
The AR700 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.02 mm repeatability.
Spot welding
The AR700 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Cutting
The AR700 is used for cutting within its 8 kg payload and 727 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman AR700 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman AR700 is listed from USD 15,500 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
8 kg maximum payload with a 727 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 8 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman AR700?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR700 fits fabricators and manufacturers that are automating arc welding.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman AR700 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman AR700 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR700 is listed from USD 15,500 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 AR700?
The AR700 has a maximum payload of 8 kg and a reach of 727 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman AR700?
Its published repeatability is ±0.02 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 have?
The AR700 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 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 AR700 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 weigh?
Published mass 32 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 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.
