Explorer vs Welding Robot RH06A3-1700
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 (GSK CNC Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700China
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- Welding Robot RH06A3-17000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700$10,000–$100,000 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700185 kg
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- Welding Robot RH06A3-17006 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- Welding Robot RH06A3-17001,700 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-17006
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700±0.05 mm
IP Rating (Arm)
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700IP54
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700continuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700GSK CNC Controller
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700Chuangzhi C Programming Language
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700wired button
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700GSK Off-line Programming System
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700none
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700ISO 9409-1
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700external only
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700$10,000–$100,000 USD
Warranty
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-17001 yrs
Service Network
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-1700regional
Expected Service Life
- Explorer—
- Welding Robot RH06A3-170010 yrs
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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 | $10,000–$100,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 185 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 6 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | GSK CNC Controller |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | Chuangzhi C Programming Language |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired button |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | GSK Off-line Programming System |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | external only |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $10,000–$100,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
| Expected Service Life (values differ) | — | 10 yrs |
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), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Spare Parts Lead Time
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 | Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $55,000 |
| Payback period | — | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +355% |
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 Welding Robot RH06A3-1700?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 is made by GSK CNC Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Explorer and Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 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 Welding Robot RH06A3-1700?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 has a reach of 1490 mm.
Are Explorer and Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 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 Welding Robot RH06A3-1700?
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 Welding Robot RH06A3-1700 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.