ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ vs Explorer
Side-by-side comparison of ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ (DAIHEN) and Explorer (OC Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズJapan
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
Year First Available
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ—
- Explorer2009
Verified Deployments
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ0 Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズACTIVE
- ExplorerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ150 kg
- Explorer18.6 kg
Payload
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ2 kg
- Explorer20 kg
Reach
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ—
- Explorer2,500 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ6
- Explorer—
Repeatability
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ±0.05 mm
- Explorer—
IP Rating (Arm)
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズIP64
- Explorer—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズCFD19A2
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
Commercial
Service Network
- ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズregional
- Explorer—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 150 kg | 18.6 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 2 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 2,500 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP64 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | CFD19A2 | Control and simulation unit |
| Commercial | ||
| Service Network (values differ) | regional | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, 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, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Warranty, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ, Explorer have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ and Explorer?
ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ is made by DAIHEN, based in JP. Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB.
How do ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ and Explorer compare on the Robo Index?
ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ grades A on the Robo Index. Explorer grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ and Explorer 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 ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ and Explorer?
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
ACTRANS UT-VSW3000NS シリーズ vs Explorer 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 Robo Index is calculated.