Yaskawa Motoman AR900 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 7 kg Arc Welding Robot
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The Yaskawa Motoman AR900 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 7 kg, a reach of 927 mm and ±0.01 mm repeatability, listed from USD 14,500. 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 AR900 is a 6-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 7 kg, a horizontal reach of 927 mm and a repeatability of ±0.01 mm. It belongs to Yaskawa's AR series of arc welding robots. The arm weighs 37 kg and is installed on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, and it runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 14,500.
Yaskawa Motoman AR900 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 7 kg
Reach: 927 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.01 mm
Weight: 37 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 14,500
Yaskawa Motoman AR900 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman AR900.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman AR900 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | AR900 |
Robot type | 6-axis arc welding robot |
Maximum payload | 7 kg |
Reach | 927 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.01 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 14,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 7 kg
Horizontal reach 927 mm
Repeatability ±0.01 mm
Mass 37 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The AR900 belongs to the Motoman AR-series. Published build data: mass 37 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The AR900 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 AR900 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the AR900 are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Arc welding
The AR900 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.01 mm repeatability.
Spot welding
The AR900 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Cutting
The AR900 is used for cutting within its 7 kg payload and 927 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman AR900 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman AR900 is listed from USD 14,500 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
7 kg maximum payload with a 927 mm reach
±0.01 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 7 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman AR900?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR900 fits fabricators and manufacturers that are automating arc welding.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman AR900 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman AR900 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman AR900 is listed from USD 14,500 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 AR900?
The AR900 has a maximum payload of 7 kg and a reach of 927 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman AR900?
Its published repeatability is ±0.01 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 have?
The AR900 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 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 AR900 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 weigh?
Published mass 37 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman AR900 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.
