Reliable Tethered Drone Solution with Low Ground Power Need
Zenith Aerotech’s (ZAT) Quad-L sUAS provides advanced power, payload and endurance over other systems on the market today.
- Unlimited Time on Station
- Simplified Operation
- Heavy Payload Capacity with Options
- Hover Altitude up to 400 feet AGL
- Enhanced Fail Safe Operation
ZAT Quad-L is designed and built in the US and is NDAA compliant. The frame and support structures are fabricated from lightweight, high-strength carbon fiber. The design is durable, allows for flexible payloads, and offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
The closed fuselage structure protects internal components from rain and dust. The motor arms and blades are field-replaceable, utilizing a quick release design. Due to its detachable arm design, the ZAT Quad-L allows for easier transport. Quad-L supports tethered operation and various payloads such as communication devices, EO/IR cameras or other custom devices up to 8 lbs.
The ZAT Quad-L platform delivers performance and reliability for mission critical applications.
Quad-L Payload Options
Aerial Lighting
Radio Relay
EO/IR Gimbal
Zenith QGC Software
Zenith QGC software is a ground control station software which is dedicated to tethered drone operations, designed for the operators to proceed successful missions. In a basic operation, operator presses take-off button, enters flight altitude to the slider and confirms the take-off. Tethered drone system will automatically take off and hover in the altitude.
Operator can navigate with clicking on the map and use go to function, operator can also yaw to the position, all the payload data and controls are implemented on the software. For ending the mission operator clicks to the land button and confirms the action. All the safety procedures and fail safe options are automated, operator does not need to take action for these applications.
Unique Functions
Power Compensation
Zenith ground station compensates the voltage drop occured through the cable in order to carry high payloads in higher altitudes.
High Thrust to Weight Ratio
Zenith tethered drones have high thrust to weight ratio in order to provide a reliable flight with 400 feet of cable even in windy weathers.
Made in U.S.A
All Zenith tethered drone systems are made in U.S.A. and they are NDAA compliant. Our products are widely used by government customers.
Techical Specs
400
Hovering Altitude (ft)108
Proven Flight Endurance (hr)8
Payload Capacity (lbs)1800
Ground Power (w)| Unfolded Diameter (excluding props) | 850 x 850 mm |
| Unfolded Diameter (including Props) | 1400 x 1400 mm |
| Folded Diameter | 500 x 500 mm |
| Height | 450 mm |
| Number of Motors | 4 |
| Number of Arms | 4 |
| Motor Max Continuous Power Output | 29.3 A (per Motor) |
| Motor Configuration | 36N42P |
| Motor Ingress Protection | IP45 |
| Equivalent KV | 100 rpm/V |
| Dimensions | 28.2 x 9.2 in |
| Material | Carbon fiber and Epoxy |
| Propeller Orientation | (2) CW and (2) CCW |
| Propeller Options | Foldable, winglet tip – low vortex |
| Nominal Battery Voltage and C | 44.4V – 150C |
| Battery Capacity | 3250 mAh |
| Backup Battery Flight Time | 12-6 minutes (depends on payload) |
| Battery Connectors | XT-90 |
| Charge Rate | 5C Fast Charge Capable |
| Maximum Gross Weight | 10.9 kg / 24 lb |
| No Payload Weight | 7.3 kg / 16 lb |
| Maximum Payload weight | 3.6 kg / 8 lb |
| Hovering Accuracy | Vertical: ±0.5 m (GPS) Horizontal: ±1.5 m (GPS enabled) |
| Max Pitch Angle | 25° |
| Ascend and Descend Speed | Ascend: 0.7 m/s Descend： 0.5 m/s Descend (last 10m) : 0.3 m/s |
| Moving Radius | 20 meters (geofence) |
| Environment | Max Wind Resistance 30 mph (gust) Operating Temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122° F) Can fly in light and moderate rain up to 7.6 mm (0.30 in) per hour. |
| Supported GNSS | GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo |
| Case Exterior | 26.50 x 26.50 x 25.25 in (67.3 x 67.3 x 64.1 cm) |
| Case Interior | 24.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 in (61 x 61 x 61 cm) |
| Case Weight | 31.97 lbs (14.5 kg) |
| Case Weight with drone | 48 lbs (21.8 kg) |
| Communication | RJ45 HDMI (Optional) Serial (Optional) |
| Power | 5V (45W) 12V (72W) 24V – 48V or high power optional |
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