Head to head
FANUC M-410iB/140H vs Kawasaki CP180L
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
FANUC3 of 5 categories
FANUC M-410iB/140H
High-speed four-axis palletizer for case handling
Kawasaki2 of 5 categories
Kawasaki CP180L
Four-axis palletizer for case and bag stacking
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
140 kg
Payload
180 kg
2,850 mm
Reach
3,255 mm
±0.05 mm
Repeatability
±0.5 mm
5
Axes
4
1,200 kg
Robot mass
1,600 kg
2010
Introducedreference
2015
The verdict
The specs separate them here: the Kawasaki CP180L carries more, 180 kg to the FANUC M-410iB/140H's 140 kg. If precision drives the job, the FANUC M-410iB/140H holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm. They run different controllers, the FANUC M-410iB/140H on the R-30iB Plus and the Kawasaki CP180L on the E03, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker.
FANUC M-410iB/140H
- High cycle rate for case palletizing
- Low-profile base simplifies mezzanine layouts
- Simple four-axis kinematics ease maintenance
- Strong reach for multi-pallet cells
Kawasaki CP180L
- Long reach covers multiple pallet stations
- High payload for bagged and bulk loads
- Simple four-axis kinematics for maintenance
- Consistent stacking accuracy at speed
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the FANUC M-410iB/140H or the Kawasaki CP180L?
- The Kawasaki CP180L has more payload at 180 kg versus 140 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The Kawasaki CP180L has more reach at 3255 mm versus 2850 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The FANUC M-410iB/140H holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm.
- Should I choose the FANUC M-410iB/140H or the Kawasaki CP180L?
- Match the pick to the job. The FANUC M-410iB/140H is a palletizing arm at 140 kg and 2850 mm. The Kawasaki CP180L is a palletizing arm at 180 kg and 3255 mm.