FANUC
FANUC P-250iB
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$120,000
15kg payload · 3000mm reach
What problem does this solve?
Production line automation.
Who is this for?
Enterprise operations teams with dedicated automation budgets and integration requirements.
BEST FOR
Production line automation
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Purpose-built paint robot with intrinsically safe design for hazardous spray booth environments. 3 m reach with hollow arm for internal paint hose routing. Explosion-proof rating for solvent-based paints.
The FANUC P-250iB earns a RoboScore of 79.3/100, placing it in the solid tier for manufacturing and production robots. At $120,000 it sits in the enterprise segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where cycle time and repeatability is the priority. Key specs include a 15kg payload capacity, and 3000mm reach. FANUC delivers a competent platform at this price point. Safety certification and operator training are non-negotiable for floor deployment.
Large-scale operations with integration teams, fleet management capabilities, and multi-year deployment plans. If cycle time and repeatability is your primary decision criterion, the FANUC P-250iB deserves a place on your shortlist.
Small operations without dedicated integration resources or where payback period exceeds 3 years. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the manufacturing category before committing.
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Universal Robots UR30
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
Heaviest UR cobot at 30kg. 1300mm reach. CNC loading, heavy-duty palletizing.
Universal Robots
Universal Robots UR30
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
UR's largest cobot. 30 kg payload, 1,300mm reach. Palletizing, heavy machine tending. Same UR footprint despite 2x UR20 payload.
KUKA
KUKA LBR iiwa 14
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
Sensitive cobot with 7 joint torque sensors. 14kg payload. BMW and VW precision assembly.
Physical
| Reach Mm | 3000 — Extended reach for large workspaces |
Performance
| Payload Kg | 15 — Medium-duty industrial taskshandles heavy parts and pallets for most operations |
Other
| Arm | Hollow — internal paint routing |
| Axes | 6 |
| Controller | R-30iB Paint |
| Protection | Explosion-proof |
| Application | Automotive/industrial painting |
| Repeatability Mm | 0.3high precision — suitable for assembly and quality inspection |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$120,000
CURRENT
$120,000
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$120,000
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
15mo
3-year net ROI
150%
5-year savings
$380,000
| Interval | Task | Est. Time | Est. Cost | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | Visual inspection & debris removal | 5–10 min | — | Operator |
| Weekly | Sensor calibration check & log review | 15–30 min | — | Operator |
| Monthly | Lubrication, belt/chain tension check | 1–2 hrs | $50–150 | Technician |
| 6-Month | Full mechanical inspection & software update | 4–8 hrs | $500–2,000 | Certified Tech |
| Annual | Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration | 1–2 days | $2,000–10,000 | OEM / Partner |
Service Details
Operator Training
Contact Vendor
Typical Training Plan
SAFETY & BASICS
2–4 hours
OPERATIONS
4–16 hours
TROUBLESHOOTING
2–8 hours
MAINTENANCE
4–16 hours
Before purchasing the FANUC P-250iB, ask the vendor these critical questions:
- 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
- 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
- 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
- 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
- 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?
... and 15 more critical questions
Purchase Price
$120,000
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $18,000–$24,000/year (15–20%)
5-Year Total
Requires pricing data
Cost per Shift
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Cost per Hour
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Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.
FANUC
Founded
EST. 1972(54 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
JP
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.
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