Explorer vs ZXR12-2010
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and ZXR12-2010 (Wuxi Zhouxiang Complete Set of Welding Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- ZXR12-2010China
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- ZXR12-2010—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- ZXR12-20100 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- ZXR12-2010$30,000 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- ZXR12-2010ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- ZXR12-2010313 kg
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- ZXR12-201012 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- ZXR12-20102,010 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-20106
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010±0.05 mm
IP Rating (Arm)
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010J1, J2 axis IP56 (J3, J4, J5, J6 axis IP67)
IP Rating (Wrist)
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010IP67
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010continuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- ZXR12-2010Friendess Teaching-Free Control System
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010proprietary
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010Baichu teaching-free welding system
Digital Twin Support
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010Yes
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010none
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010ISO 9409-1
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010through arm and wrist
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- ZXR12-2010$30,000 USD
Warranty
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-20101 yrs
Service Network
- Explorer—
- ZXR12-2010global
| | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $30,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 313 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 12 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | J1, J2 axis IP56 (J3, J4, J5, J6 axis IP67) |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | Friendess Teaching-Free Control System |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | proprietary |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Baichu teaching-free welding system |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm and wrist |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $30,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
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, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Teach Pendant Type, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, 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 | Explorer | ZXR12-2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $30,000 |
| Payback period | — | 7.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $220,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +733% |
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 ZXR12-2010?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. ZXR12-2010 is made by Wuxi Zhouxiang Complete Set of Welding Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Explorer and ZXR12-2010 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. ZXR12-2010 grades BBB. 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 ZXR12-2010?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. ZXR12-2010 has a reach of 2010 mm.
Are Explorer and ZXR12-2010 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 ZXR12-2010?
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 ZXR12-2010 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.