Yaskawa Motoman SP80 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 80 kg Spot Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman SP80 is a 6-axis spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 80 kg, a reach of 2236 mm and ±0.03 mm repeatability, listed from USD 50,000. 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 SP80 is a 6-axis spot welding robot with a maximum payload of 80 kg, a horizontal reach of 2236 mm and a repeatability of ±0.03 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 630 kg and is installed on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, and it runs on the YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 50,000.
Yaskawa Motoman SP80 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 80 kg
Reach: 2236 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.03 mm
Weight: 630 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 50,000
Yaskawa Motoman SP80 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman SP80.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman SP80 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | SP80 |
Robot type | 6-axis spot welding robot |
Maximum payload | 80 kg |
Reach | 2236 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.03 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 50,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 80 kg
Horizontal reach 2236 mm
Repeatability ±0.03 mm
Mass 630 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality
The SP80 belongs to the Motoman SP-series. Published build data: mass 630 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The SP80 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 SP80 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the SP80 are spot welding, arc welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Spot welding
The SP80 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Arc welding
The SP80 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.03 mm repeatability.
Cutting
The SP80 is used for cutting within its 80 kg payload and 2236 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman SP80 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman SP80 is listed from USD 50,000 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
80 kg maximum payload with a 2236 mm reach
±0.03 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 80 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman SP80?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP80 fits automotive and sheet-metal manufacturers that are automating spot welding and heavy handling.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman SP80 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman SP80 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman SP80 is listed from USD 50,000 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 SP80?
The SP80 has a maximum payload of 80 kg and a reach of 2236 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman SP80?
Its published repeatability is ±0.03 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 have?
The SP80 has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 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 SP80 use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 weigh?
Published mass 630 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman SP80 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.
