Explorer vs Liujiang 331R
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and Liujiang 331R (Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- Liujiang 331RChina
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- Liujiang 331R—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- Liujiang 331R0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- Liujiang 331R$3,800 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- Liujiang 331RACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331R±0.2 mm
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- Liujiang 331R300 mm
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- Liujiang 331R8 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331R3
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- Liujiang 331R55 kg
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rnot specified
Safety
Dual Check Safety
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331RNo
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- Liujiang 331R运动控制卡
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rtouch screen control
Digital Twin Support
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331RNo
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rnone
End-Effector
Tool Changer (ISO)
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rnone
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rexternal only
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- Liujiang 331R$3,800 USD
Service Network
- Explorer—
- Liujiang 331Rregional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $3,800 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.2 mm |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 300 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 8 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 3 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 55 kg |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | not specified |
| Safety | ||
| Dual Check Safety (values differ) | — | No |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | 运动控制卡 |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | touch screen control |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | none |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | external only |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $3,800 USD |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Offline Programming, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, 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 | Explorer | Liujiang 331R |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $3,800 |
| Payback period | — | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $246,200 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +6479% |
Explorer has 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 Explorer and Liujiang 331R?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. Liujiang 331R is made by Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Explorer and Liujiang 331R compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Liujiang 331R grades A. 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 Explorer compare to Liujiang 331R?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. Liujiang 331R has a reach of 300 mm.
Are Explorer and Liujiang 331R 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 Explorer and Liujiang 331R?
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
Explorer vs Liujiang 331R 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.