Robot details

The Yaskawa MOTOMAN SP235 is a high-payload 6-axis industrial robot designed for advanced spot welding and material handling applications. Equipped with the powerful YRC1000 controller, the SP235 delivers exceptional speed, precision, repeatability, and energy efficiency, making it ideal for modern automotive production lines and high-volume manufacturing environments. 

With a payload capacity of 235 kg and a maximum reach of 2,710 mm, the SP235 can easily handle large servo welding guns, pneumatic spot welders, and heavy end-of-arm tooling. Its slim and compact structure allows operation in confined spaces while maintaining excellent accessibility to complex workpieces. 

The robot has been engineered to provide high acceleration and fast cycle times, reducing air-cut time and maximizing production efficiency. Combined with the YRC1000 control platform and Sigma-7 servo technology, the SP235 offers outstanding motion performance, weld quality, and operational reliability. 

Main Applications

Automotive Spot Welding

The SP235 is widely used in automotive production facilities for:

• Body-in-White (BIW) assembly
• Door welding
• Side panel welding
• Roof assembly
• Chassis welding
• Structural frame joining
• Electric vehicle battery enclosure production

Its heavy payload capacity supports large servo spot welding guns commonly employed in automotive manufacturing.

Resistance Spot Welding

Suitable for:

• High-strength steel welding
• Galvanized steel welding
• Aluminum component welding
• Multi-point welding stations
• High-volume robotic welding cells

The robot's high moment and inertia ratings allow the use of a wide variety of welding technologies and gun configurations. 

Material Handling

Beyond welding, the SP235 can perform:

• Part transfer
• Machine loading and unloading
• Heavy component handling
• Fixture loading
• Automated assembly support

Its high payload and stable wrist design make it suitable for demanding industrial handling tasks.

Flexible Manufacturing Systems

The SP235 integrates easily into:

• Automotive plants
• Metal fabrication facilities
• Transportation equipment manufacturing
• Heavy industry production lines
• Robotic welding cells

The compact footprint allows high-density robot layouts and optimized floor space utilization. 

Key Advantages

High Payload Capacity

Supports payloads up to 235 kg, allowing heavy-duty welding guns and tooling. 

Long Reach

Provides a maximum working range of 2,710 mm, improving workstation coverage and flexibility. 

High-Speed Performance

Fast axis speeds and acceleration reduce production cycle times and increase throughput. 

Exceptional Repeatability

Repeatability of ±0.05 mm ensures consistent weld quality and part positioning. 

Slim Design

The compact body profile allows easy access to narrow workspaces and high-density robotic cells. 

YRC1000 Advanced Controller

Benefits include:

• High-speed motion control
• Multi-robot coordination
• External axis management
• Improved safety functions
• User-friendly programming
• Advanced diagnostics

Robot applications

• Stud welding

Robot Type: 6-Axis Spot Welding and Handling Robot

Controller: YRC1000

Payload Capacity: 235 kg

Maximum Reach: 2,710 mm

Vertical Reach: 3,490 mm

Repeatability: ±0.05 mm

Number of Axes: 6

Robot Weight: 1,345 kg

Power Supply: 5 kVA

Mounting Type: Floor

Applications:

• Spot Welding
• Resistance Welding
• Material Handling
• Automotive Production
• Heavy Industrial Automation

Key Features:

• High Payload Capacity
• Slim Design
• High Energy Efficiency
• Fast Axis Speeds
• Stable Wrist Design
• Servo Welding Gun Compatibility
• Advanced YRC1000 Control System