Yaskawa Motoman SP210 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 210 kg Spot Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman SP210 is a 6-axis spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 210 kg, a reach of 2702 mm and ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 66,000. 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 SP210 is a 6-axis spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 210 kg, a horizontal reach of 2702 mm and a repeatability of ±0.05 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. The arm weighs 1080 kg and is installed on the floor, and it runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 66,000.
Yaskawa Motoman SP210 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 210 kg
Reach: 2702 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Weight: 1080 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 66,000
Yaskawa Motoman SP210 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman SP210.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman SP210 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | SP210 |
Robot type | 6-axis spot welding robot |
Maximum payload | 210 kg |
Reach | 2702 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 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 66,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 210 kg
Horizontal reach 2702 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Mass 1080 kg
Installation floor
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The SP210 belongs to the Motoman SP-series. Published build data: mass 1080 kg; installation floor.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The SP210 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 SP210 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the SP210 are spot welding, arc welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Spot welding
The SP210 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Arc welding
The SP210 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Cutting
The SP210 is used for cutting within its 210 kg payload and 2702 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman SP210 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman SP210 is listed from USD 66,000 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
210 kg maximum payload with a 2702 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 210 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman SP210?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP210 fits automotive and sheet-metal manufacturers that are automating spot welding and heavy handling.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman SP210 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman SP210 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP210 is listed from USD 66,000 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 SP210?
The SP210 has a maximum payload of 210 kg and a reach of 2702 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman SP210?
Its published repeatability is ±0.05 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 have?
The SP210 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 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 SP210 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 weigh?
Published mass 1080 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman SP210 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.
