Explorer vs MB10W-1500
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and MB10W-1500 (Changsha Tianyi Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- MB10W-1500China
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- MB10W-1500—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- MB10W-15000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- MB10W-1500ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500±0.03 mm
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- MB10W-1500—
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- MB10W-1500—
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- MB10W-15006
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- MB10W-1500—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500continuous 24 7
Safety
Safety Category
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500Cat.3 PLd
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- MB10W-1500—
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500wired button
End-Effector
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500through arm
Pneumatic Lines
- Explorer—
- MB10W-15001
Commercial
Warranty
- Explorer—
- MB10W-15001 yrs
Service Network
- Explorer—
- MB10W-1500regional
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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 | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 mm | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Category (values differ) | — | Cat.3 PLd |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired button |
| End-Effector | ||
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm |
| Pneumatic Lines (values differ) | — | 1 |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 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 (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, 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 Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Electrical Lines, Price (USD), 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 | MB10W-1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Explorer, MB10W-1500 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Explorer and MB10W-1500?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. MB10W-1500 is made by Changsha Tianyi Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd, based in CN.
How do Explorer and MB10W-1500 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. MB10W-1500 grades BB. 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 MB10W-1500?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. MB10W-1500 has a reach of 1500 mm.
Are Explorer and MB10W-1500 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 MB10W-1500?
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 MB10W-1500 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.