In the realm of robotics, mapping, and autonomous navigation, LiDARs have become indispensable tools for perceiving and understanding the environment around us.
In this article, we delve into Slamtec‘s LiDAR series, renowned for its reliability, precision, and cost-effectiveness. We review the various models in the A series and S series, focusing on their technical specifications, performance, and applications.
This comparative guide will assist you in selecting the LiDAR that best suits your specific needs.
RPLIDAR Series A: The triangulation range
Slamtec’s Series A offers precise, robust, and versatile mapping and localization solutions, thanks to its laser triangulation technology. These LiDARs are known for their accuracy, durability, and ease of integration.
| RPLIDAR A1 | RPLIDAR A2 | RPLIDAR A3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Distance Range |
0.15-12m |
0.2-16m |
0.2- 25m |
|
Sample frequency |
5 - 10 Hz |
5 - 15 Hz |
5 - 15 Hz |
|
Sample Rate |
8KHz |
16KHz |
16KHz |
|
Angle Resolution |
0.36° |
0.225° |
0.225° |
|
Application |
Indoor |
Indoor |
Indoor and outdoor |
|
Dimensions |
96.8 mm x 55 mm |
41 mm x 76 mm |
41 mm x 76 mm |
|
Weight |
170 g |
190 g |
190 g |
RPLIDAR Series S: The TOF range
Slamtec’s Series S offers highly precise mapping and localization solutions with extended range and fast response times, thanks to its advanced Time-of-Flight technology. These LiDARs are known for their superior accuracy and reliability in a variety of environments.
| RPLIDAR S1 | RPLIDAR S2 | RPLIDAR S3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Distance Range |
0.1-40m |
0.05-30m |
0.05- 40m |
|
Sample Rate |
9.2 Hz |
32 Hz |
32 Hz |
|
Sample Frequency |
8KHz-15KHz |
10KHz |
10-20KHz |
|
Angle Resolution |
0.391° |
0.12° |
0.1125° |
|
Protection Level |
IP5X |
IP65 |
IP65 |
|
Anti-interference of Outdoor Light |
80Klux |
>80Klux |
>80Klux |
|
Application |
Indoor and Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor |
|
Dimensions |
55,5 mm x 55,5 mm x 51 mm |
77 mm x 77 mm x 38,85 mm |
55.6 mm x 59.8 mm x 41.3 mm |
|
Weight |
105 g |
190 g |
115 g |
The A series is often suitable for a wide range of mapping, navigation, and localization applications, while the S series can provide superior performance and advanced features for more specific and demanding use cases.
Why choose a SLAMTEC LiDAR?
Meets the requirements of different application scenarios
360° scanning angle for detailed perception of the environment
Easy to use and ROS-compatible
Highly resistant to environmental interference, with a lifetime of up to 5 years
Excellent value for money
SLAMTEC LiDAR: what applications?
Service Robot navigation and obstacle avoidance
Environment scanning and 3D rebuilding
Multi-point Interaction
UAV mapping and obstacle avoidance
ROS car/education mini car for mapping and obstacle avoidance
Environmental perception and autonomous movement of low-speed unmanned vehicles
Parking lot monitoring
Obstacle detection avoidance of AGV
How does Generation Robots use Slamtec LiDAR?
In a client case study, engineers at Génération Robots opted for the RPLIDAR S1 from Slamtec to automate agricultural operations, specifically slurry cleaning. In agriculture, tasks like slurry scraping are laborious, time-consuming, and often done manually or with cumbersome equipment.
To streamline these activities, the Aspi’Concept robot developed by CRD was equipped with the RPLidar S1 LiDAR. The latter was chosen for its advanced performance, including its long range, ROS compatibility, and excellent value for money. Integrated into the Aspi’Concept robot, the RPLidar S1 enables real-time mapping of the environment, crucial for autonomous navigation in a dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environment, such as a livestock building.