Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 3 kg Arc Welding Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 is a 7-axis arc welding robot with a maximum payload of 3 kg, a reach of 1434 mm and ±0.08 mm repeatability, listed from USD 26,000. 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 VA1400 is a seven-axis arc welding robot with a 3 kg payload, a 1434 mm horizontal reach and a repeatability of ±0.08 mm. Its seventh axis acts as an elbow in the lower arm, letting the torch reach around fixtures and parts in high-density welding cells. The robot weighs 150 kg, can be mounted on the floor, wall or ceiling and runs on the Yaskawa DX100 controller. It is listed from USD 26,000. The VA1400 is no longer part of the current Yaskawa product range.
Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 at a Glance
Maximum payload: 3 kg
Reach: 1434 mm
Axes: 7
Repeatability: ±0.08 mm
Weight: 150 kg
Controller: DX100
Price: from USD 26,000
Status: no longer part of the current Yaskawa product range
Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | VA1400 |
Robot type | 7-axis arc welding robot |
Maximum payload | 3 kg |
Reach | 1434 mm |
Axes | 7 |
Repeatability | ±0.08 mm |
Controller | DX100 |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS-DP, CC-Link, MECHATROLINK-II, 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs |
Certifications | ANSI/RIA R15.06-1999 |
Starting price | From USD 26,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
7 axes
Max. payload 3 kg
Horizontal reach 1434 mm
Vertical reach 2475 mm
Repeatability ±0.08 mm
Mass 150 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling
Controller DX100
Design and Build Quality
The VA1400 belongs to the Motoman VA-series. Published build data: mass 150 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The VA1400 runs on the DX100 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, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS-DP, CC-Link, MECHATROLINK-II and 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs.
Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the VA1400 are arc welding, spot welding, cutting, material handling and machine tending.
Arc welding
The VA1400 carries an arc welding torch along the seam with ±0.08 mm repeatability.
Spot welding
The VA1400 carries a spot welding gun for sheet-metal joining in body and frame production.
Cutting
The VA1400 is used for cutting within its 3 kg payload and 1434 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 is listed from USD 26,000 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
3 kg maximum payload with a 1434 mm reach
±0.08 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling
Seventh axis adds flexibility in tight cells
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
No longer part of the current Yaskawa product range
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 3 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400?
The Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 fits fabricators and manufacturers that are automating arc welding. For a new project, ask Yaskawa for the current equivalent.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 is listed from USD 26,000 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 VA1400?
The VA1400 has a maximum payload of 3 kg and a reach of 1434 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400?
Its published repeatability is ±0.08 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 have?
The VA1400 has 7 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 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 VA1400 use?
It runs on the DX100 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 weigh?
Published mass 150 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling.
Is the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 still in production?
No. The VA1400 is no longer part of the current Yaskawa product range.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman VA1400 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.
