Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

ABB IRB 1200 vs FANUC LR Mate 200iD

A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.

ABB0 wins
ABB IRB 1200

Compact arm tuned for small-parts and tending.

FANUC3 wins
FANUC LR Mate 200iD

The benchmark tabletop six-axis for tending and assembly.

Specification duel

Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.

7 kg
Payload
7 kg
703 mm
Reach
717 mm
±0.02 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
6
Axes
6
52 kg
Robot mass
25 kg
2014
Introducedreference
2013

The verdict

FANUC LR Mate 200iD reaches farther at 717 mm. FANUC LR Mate 200iD holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm. Both are 6-axis industrial arms, so the choice comes down to payload headroom, cell layout, and the controller and ecosystem you already run.

ABB IRB 1200
  • +Compact working envelope
  • +Good for dense workcells
FANUC LR Mate 200iD
  • +Fast cycle times
  • +Slim arm clears tight fixtures
  • +Huge installed base and parts availability

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 1200 or the FANUC LR Mate 200iD?
The ABB IRB 1200 and FANUC LR Mate 200iD match at 7 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD has more reach at 717 mm versus 703 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 1200 or the FANUC LR Mate 200iD?
Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 1200 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 703 mm. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 717 mm.