FANUC M-20iD/12L 12kg Payload 2272mm Long Reach Handling Robot IP67 Wrist 0.03mm

FANUC M-20iD/12L 12kg Payload 2272mm Long Reach Handling Robot IP67 Wrist 0.03mm

Overview

The FANUC M-20iD/12L is a long-reach handling robot for workpieces that are large but not heavy. A 2272 mm reach lets one fixed base cover a full pallet build, a conveyor transfer and two machine doors, while the 12 kg payload carries a vacuum gripper, tool changer or a wrist camera without derating. Repeatability of 0.03 mm keeps the pick point stable across a wide pattern, which is what makes layer palletizing repeatable without re-teaching.

The hollow upper arm routes gripper cables and air lines inside the structure, so a rotating tool does not wrap an external loom at full extension. The IP67 wrist allows the arm to reach into enclosures with coolant mist or wash-down spray, and the IP54 body suits general shop conditions. The R-30iB Plus controller provides 8 in / 8 out upper-arm signals and an integrated air supply, which is enough for most vacuum or pneumatic grippers.

These robots are used for palletizing, machine tending and pick and place where the part is bulky rather than heavy, such as cartons, moulded panels and welded frames. We verify the tool centre point and run a dry cycle before dispatch, and can advise on gripper design, layer patterns, fencing and safety logic to meet CE or ANSI requirements.

Key Specifications

Key Advantages

• A 2272 mm reach covers a full pallet build and two machine doors from one fixed base.
• 12 kg payload accepts a vacuum gripper, tool changer or wrist camera without derating.
• 0.03 mm repeatability keeps pick points stable across a wide pallet pattern.
• The hollow upper arm keeps gripper cabling and air lines inside the structure at full extension.
• IP67 wrist allows the arm to reach into enclosures with coolant mist or wash-down spray.
• R-30iB Plus control with 8 in / 8 out signals simplifies vacuum and pneumatic gripper wiring.

Typical Applications

• Layer and mixed-case palletizing of cartons
• Machine tending across two doors from one base
• Pick and place of moulded panels and housings
• Depalletizing and conveyor transfer of bulky parts
• Packaging line end-of-arm tooling and case packing
• Loading and unloading of large welded frames

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What payload does the M-20iD/12L carry?
A: The rated payload at the wrist is 12 kg, which covers a vacuum gripper, tool changer or wrist camera on a long-reach arm.

Q: How far does the 2272 mm reach extend?
A: The 2272 mm reach lets one fixed base cover a full pallet build, a conveyor transfer and two machine doors without a linear track.

Q: What does 0.03 mm repeatability mean for palletizing?
A: The arm returns to the taught point within 0.03 mm, so pick and place positions stay stable across a wide pattern without re-teaching.

Q: Why is an IP67 wrist useful on a handling robot?
A: The IP67 wrist lets the arm reach into enclosures with coolant mist or wash-down spray, while the IP54 body suits general shop conditions.

Q: Which controller and power supply are used?
A: The R-30iB Plus controller is standard, and the robot runs on a 380-575 V three-phase supply at 50 or 60 Hz.

Q: Can it be mounted upside down or at an angle?
A: Yes. Floor, upside-down and angled mounting are supported, which helps when the arm must reach over a conveyor or pallet stack.

Q: What is included with the unit?
A: Manipulator, R-30iB Plus controller, cables, documentation and a test report. Gripper, pallet patterns and guards are quoted separately.

Q: How is it shipped and supported?
A: It ships in an export wooden crate with shock absorbing packing, with commissioning guidance, spare parts and remote diagnostics available.

For bulky but light workpieces, the 12 kg payload, 2272 mm reach and IP67 wrist of the M-20iD/12L are usually specified together, because reach only pays off if the gripper and cabling survive the enclosure. Send us the pallet pattern and machine layout and we will confirm whether a fixed base or a track is the better choice.