What do the Fanuc and model letters represent?

Nov 19, 2017

The Fanuc robot letters at the end of their names help to explain the specific model and purpose of the robot. Fanuc stands for ‘Fuji Automatic Numerical Control' and they are one of the largest robotic companies in the world. Contact Robots.com representatives today to integrate a new or refurbished robotic system onto your production line.

Fanuc is an acronym for ‘Fuji Automatic Numerical Control.’ It is one of the largest robotic companies on the globe. In 2014, it supplied the North and South Americas alone with the installation of over 240,000 robots. Fanuc also develops controls and vision products that aid in the development and integration of automation.

Most Fanuc robots have a letter(s) at the end of their name to describe their specific model and purpose, however, not every one knows what these letters mean. Here is a guide to clarify the meaning of the Fanuc model letters to allow you to select the perfect robot for your automation needs.

C= cleanroom, example: Fanuc LR Mate 200iC/7C

CF= compact, example: Fanuc R‑2000iB/170CF

E= offset wrist, example: M‑710iC/50E

F= food grade, example: Fanuc M‑430iA/4F

FH= food grade, hollow wrist, example: Fanuc M‑430iA/4FH

FS= hollow wrist, example: Fanuc R‑2000iB/210FS

H= 5‑axis, example: R‑2000iB/100H

HL= long arm, hollow wrist, example: Fanuc M‑1iA/1HL

L= long arm, example: Fanuc R‑2000iB/125L

LC= long arm, clean-room, example: Fanuc LR Mate 200iD/7LC

LT= long arm, top mount, example: Fanuc ARC Mate 120iB/10LT

M= high inertia, example: Fanuc M‑710iC/45M