Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L vs Mitsubishi RV-7FR

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

FANUC3 of 5 categories
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L

Long-reach small arm for machine tending

Mitsubishi0 of 5 categories
Mitsubishi RV-7FR

Compact precise arm for assembly and handling

Specification duel

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

7 kg
Payload
7 kg
911 mm
Reach
713 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.02 mm
6
Axes
6
27 kg
Robot mass
65 kg
2013
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L reaches farther, 911 mm to 713 mm. If precision drives the job, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm. They run different controllers, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L on the R-30iB Plus and the Mitsubishi RV-7FR on the CR800-D, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker. For a tight or overhead cell, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L lists Angle and Inverted mounting while the Mitsubishi RV-7FR lists Ceiling and Wall mounting, which the other does not.

FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L
  • Extended reach without a larger base
  • Small enough to fit inside CNC enclosures
  • IP67 wrist for coolant exposure
  • Low integration cost for benchtop cells
Mitsubishi RV-7FR
  • Tight repeatability in a compact package
  • Strong integration with Mitsubishi PLC ecosystems
  • Multiple mounting orientations
  • Reliable in continuous light-duty operation

Common questions

Which has more payload, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L or the Mitsubishi RV-7FR?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L and Mitsubishi RV-7FR match at 7 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L has more reach at 911 mm versus 713 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
Should I choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L or the Mitsubishi RV-7FR?
Match the pick to the job. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 911 mm. The Mitsubishi RV-7FR is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 713 mm.