Yaskawa Motoman SP180H Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 180 kg Spot Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman SP180H is a 6-axis spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 180 kg and a reach of 2702 mm, listed from USD 60,000. 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 SP180H is a spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 180 kg and a horizontal reach of 2702 mm. It belongs to Yaskawa's SP series of spot welding robots, which use an integrated spot harness and fast axis acceleration to cut non-welding time. It runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 60,000.
Yaskawa Motoman SP180H at a Glance
Maximum payload: 180 kg
Reach: 2702 mm
Axes: 6
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 60,000
Yaskawa Motoman SP180H Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman SP180H |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | SP180H |
Robot type | 6-axis spot welding robot |
Maximum payload | 180 kg |
Reach | 2702 mm |
Axes | 6 |
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 60,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
Max. payload 180 kg
Horizontal reach 2702 mm
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The SP180H belongs to the Motoman SP-series.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The SP180H 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 SP180H Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the SP180H are spot welding, arc welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Spot welding
The SP180H carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Arc welding
The SP180H carries an arc welding torch along the seam.
Cutting
The SP180H is used for cutting within its 180 kg payload and 2702 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman SP180H Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman SP180H is listed from USD 60,000 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
180 kg maximum payload with a 2702 mm reach
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 180 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP180H fits automotive and sheet-metal manufacturers that are automating spot welding and heavy handling.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman SP180H product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman SP180H FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP180H is listed from USD 60,000 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 SP180H?
The SP180H has a maximum payload of 180 kg and a reach of 2702 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H have?
The SP180H has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H 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 SP180H use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman SP180H used for?
Typical applications are spot welding, arc 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.
