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Explorer vs MELFA RV-20FRL

Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and MELFA RV-20FRL (Mitsubishi Electric) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Explorer
ExplorerAA
MELFA RV-20FRL
MELFA RV-20FRLA

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • Explorer
    ExplorerUnited Kingdom
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLJapan

Year First Available

  • Explorer
    Explorer2009
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL—

Verified Deployments

  • Explorer
    Explorer0 Deployments
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • Explorer
    ExplorerContact for quote
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL$77,229 USD

Availability Status

  • Explorer
    ExplorerACTIVE
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Payload

  • Explorer
    Explorer20 kg
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL20 kg

IP Rating (Arm)

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLIP40

Reach

  • Explorer
    Explorer2,500 mm
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL1,094 mm

Degrees of Freedom

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL6

Repeatability

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL±0.05 mm

Robot Weight

  • Explorer
    Explorer18.6 kg
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL120 kg

Performance

Cycle Time (25/305/25)

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL0.7 s

Duty Cycle

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLnot specified

Vibration Damping

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLactive model based

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

  • Explorer
    ExplorerControl and simulation unit
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLCR800-D

Programming Languages

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLMELFA

Teach Pendant Type

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLwired button

Offline Programming

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLRT ToolBox3

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLproprietary

Internal Cable Routing

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLthrough arm

Pneumatic Lines

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL2

Commercial

Price (USD)

  • Explorer
    ExplorerContact for quote
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRL$77,229 USD

Service Network

  • Explorer
    Explorer—
  • MELFA RV-20FRL
    MELFA RV-20FRLglobal

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 (Wrist), MTBF, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), 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

MetricExplorerMELFA RV-20FRL
InvestmentNo price$77,229
Payback period—18.5 mo
Net savings (5 yr)—$172,771
ROI (5 yr)—+224%

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.

Trade-offs at a glance

Frequently asked

Who makes Explorer and MELFA RV-20FRL?

Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. MELFA RV-20FRL is made by Mitsubishi Electric, based in JP.

How do Explorer and MELFA RV-20FRL compare on the Robo Index?

Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. MELFA RV-20FRL 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 MELFA RV-20FRL?

Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. MELFA RV-20FRL has a reach of 1094 mm.

Are Explorer and MELFA RV-20FRL 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 MELFA RV-20FRL?

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 MELFA RV-20FRL 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.