D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator vs Explorer
Side-by-side comparison of D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator (Wenzhou Jenor Machinery & Technology Co., Ltd.) and Explorer (OC Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator—

- ExplorerUnited Kingdom

Year First Available
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator—

- Explorer2009

Verified Deployments
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator0 Deployments

- Explorer0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider ManipulatorACTIVE

- ExplorerACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Payload
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator8 kg

- Explorer20 kg

Reach
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator1,100 mm

- Explorer2,500 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator4

- Explorer—

Repeatability
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator±0.05 mm

- Explorer—

Robot Weight
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator128 kg

- Explorer18.6 kg

IP Rating (Arm)
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider ManipulatorIP55

- Explorer—

Performance
Duty Cycle
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatorcontinuous 24 7

- Explorer—

Vibration Damping
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatoractive model based

- Explorer—

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator—

- ExplorerControl and simulation unit

Teach Pendant Type
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatorwired touch

- Explorer—

Offline Programming
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator3D Programming Software

- Explorer—

Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatornone

- Explorer—

IoT / Cloud Platform
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider ManipulatorCosen remote service platform

- Explorer—

Predictive Maintenance
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatorml based

- Explorer—

End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider ManipulatorISO 9409-1

- Explorer—

Commercial
Warranty
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator3 yrs

- Explorer—

Service Network
- D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatorregional

- Explorer—

![]() D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulatorindustrial-armWenzhou Jenor Machinery & Technology Co., Ltd. ARobo Index | ![]() | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | 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 | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 8 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,100 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 4 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 128 kg | 18.6 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP55 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | active model based | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | Control and simulation unit |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired touch | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | 3D Programming Software | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | none | — |
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | Cosen remote service platform | — |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | ml based | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | — |
| 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, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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 | D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator, 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 D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator and Explorer?
D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator is made by Wenzhou Jenor Machinery & Technology Co., Ltd.. Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB.
How do D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator and Explorer compare on the Robo Index?
D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator 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.
How does the reach of D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator compare to Explorer?
D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator has a reach of 1100 mm. Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm.
Are D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator 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 D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator 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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D3S-1100 Automatic Spider Manipulator 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.