Almega V120 vs PD400UR
Side-by-side comparison of Almega V120 (DAIHEN) and PD400UR (Nitto Seiko America) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- Almega V1201997
- PD400UR2021
Verified Deployments
- Almega V1200 Deployments
- PD400UR0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- Almega V120ACTIVE
- PD400URACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Degrees of Freedom
- Almega V1206
- PD400UR—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- Almega V120AX series controller (co-developed with Nachi-Fujikoshi)
- PD400URSD600T Series NX Driver
Teach Pendant Type
- Almega V120wired button
- PD400URwired touch
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Almega V120—
- PD400URISO 9409-1-50-4-M6
Commercial
Service Network
- Almega V120global
- PD400URregional
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 1997 | 2021 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | AX series controller (co-developed with Nachi-Fujikoshi) | SD600T Series NX Driver |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired button | wired touch |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 |
| Commercial | ||
| Service Network (values differ) | global | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Manufacturer Country, Price Range (USD), Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload, Reach, Repeatability, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Warranty, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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Frequently asked
Who makes Almega V120 and PD400UR?
Almega V120 is made by DAIHEN. PD400UR is made by Nitto Seiko America.
When were Almega V120 and PD400UR launched?
Almega V120 launched in 1997. PD400UR launched in 2021.
How do Almega V120 and PD400UR compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Almega V120 scores 28/100. PD400UR scores 19/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Almega V120 and PD400UR in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Almega V120 and PD400UR?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
Almega V120 vs PD400UR compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.