Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

FANUC M-10iA/12 vs FANUC M-10iD/12

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

FANUC1 wins
FANUC M-10iA/12

Compact fast arm for welding and light handling

FANUC2 wins
FANUC M-10iD/12

Slim, hollow-wrist mid-payload for dense cells.

Specification duel

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

12 kg
Payload
12 kg
1,420 mm
Reach
1,441 mm
±0.08 mm
Repeatability
±0.02 mm
6
Axes
6
130 kg
Robot mass
145 kg
Not confirmed
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

FANUC M-10iD/12 reaches farther at 1441 mm. FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 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.

FANUC M-10iA/12
  • +Fast cycle times for its payload class
  • +Hollow wrist simplifies cable and torch routing
  • +Compact base footprint
  • +Good reach-to-size ratio
FANUC M-10iD/12
  • +Internal cable routing reduces snagging
  • +Strong reach-to-footprint ratio

Common questions

Which has more payload, the FANUC M-10iA/12 or the FANUC M-10iD/12?
The FANUC M-10iA/12 and FANUC M-10iD/12 match at 12 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The FANUC M-10iD/12 has more reach at 1441 mm versus 1420 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
Should I choose the FANUC M-10iA/12 or the FANUC M-10iD/12?
Match the pick to the job. The FANUC M-10iA/12 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 12 kg and 1420 mm. The FANUC M-10iD/12 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 12 kg and 1441 mm.