Meet the R180: The New Age of Robotic Total Stations

In the constantly evolving world of surveying technology, the newest entry that has caught our attention at MGS News is the Stonex #R180 Robotic Total Station. Known for its high precision and robust Android integration, this instrument is the epitome of modern design combined with state-of-the-art technology.

An Overview of Features:

• Accuracy at Its Finest: With two available versions, offering 0.5" and 1" second accuracy options, users can select a model that best fits their precision needs.
• Silent and Swift Operations: The R180 offers rotations up to 180 degrees per second, ensuring quick movements without any distracting noise. Its silent drives are the envy of its category.
• Android Integration with Dual HD Screens: The device runs on an Android OS, allowing for seamless navigation. Additionally, the dual 6-inch HD screens amplify the user experience, making fieldwork more interactive and manageable.
• Affordability: With all its features, the starting price of under $30,000 is quite a catch!
• Support for Mixed Surveys: This device is not restricted to just total station surveys. It also supports mixed surveys with a GNSS receiver.
• In-Built Camera: To assist in fieldwork, an in-built camera provides visual references on its large screens or even helps with collimation.

Digging Deeper: Main Selling Points

1. TDrive Motor – Fast and Silent: Boasting a rotation speed of 180°/sec, the R180 stands tall in its product category. The Tdrive technology ensures high-speed pursuits, even if there's a prism on moving vehicles. Without using traditional gear technology, it guarantees frictionless movement, increased durability, and minimal maintenance.
2. High Accuracy and Professional Results: Designed meticulously, this instrument promises exceptional performance. With a staggering accuracy of 1 mm + 1 ppm with a prism, it can achieve measurements in less than a second.
3. Long Distance without Reflectors: The R180 assures long-range measurements. It can measure up to 1000 m in reflectorless mode and a whopping 6000 m using a single prism.
4. The Android and Cube-a Advantage: The R180 doesn’t just stop at having an Android OS. It comes with the Cube-a software onboard. This software combines classic functions with the ability to integrate GNSS and total station jobs, ensuring complex tasks are achieved quickly and precisely.
5. The OnePole Solution: This feature is a game-changer. Combining the accuracy of prism measurements with GNSS technology, the OnePole Solution allows users to measure even non-visible points from the Total Station. This solution is not just versatile but also user-friendly – with a simple tap, one can easily switch between TS and GNSS. Furthermore, it reduces prism search times via auto-aiming to the current GNSS position.

In Conclusion:

The Stonex R180 Robotic Total Station is a beacon of innovation in the surveying world. Its advanced features, combined with its affordable price, make it a must-have for professionals seeking accuracy, speed, and efficiency in their fieldwork. At MGS News, we're always excited to bring you the latest and greatest from the world of technology, and the R180 definitely checks all the right boxes.