robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Muka MK-SW-M20
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and Muka MK-SW-M20 (Xiamen Muka Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- robolink DP 5-axis armGermany
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- Muka MK-SW-M200 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Muka MK-SW-M20$11,000
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- Muka MK-SW-M20ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- Muka MK-SW-M2040 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- Muka MK-SW-M206
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- Muka MK-SW-M20±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- Muka MK-SW-M206 kg
Mounting Options
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M20any_orientation
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- Muka MK-SW-M20IP54
Safety
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Duty Cycle
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M2024 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- Muka MK-SW-M20teach_pendant, code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M20iso 9283 compatible
Integrated F/T Sensor
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Wrist Power Supply
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M2024V/1.5A
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M20C#, C++, Python, ROS
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- Muka MK-SW-M20Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Muka MK-SW-M20$11,000
Warranty
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Muka MK-SW-M201 yrs
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- Muka MK-SW-M201.5 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $11,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 40 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 6 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | any_orientation |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP44 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | Yes |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | teach_pendant, code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V/1.5A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | C#, C++, Python, ROS |
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $11,000 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 3 wks | 1.5 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Safety Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and Muka MK-SW-M20?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. Muka MK-SW-M20 is made by Xiamen Muka Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd..
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to Muka MK-SW-M20?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. Muka MK-SW-M20 is listed at $11,000.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and Muka MK-SW-M20 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. Muka MK-SW-M20 scores 31/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of robolink DP 5-axis arm compare to Muka MK-SW-M20?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. Muka MK-SW-M20 has a reach of 1854 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and Muka MK-SW-M20 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between robolink DP 5-axis arm and Muka MK-SW-M20?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Muka MK-SW-M20 compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.