DSLRPros Solar Panel Inspection Bundle

Solar Panel Inspection Drone Bundle: Autel EVO Max 4T XE

The Solar Inspection Drone Bundle featuring the Autel EVO Max 4T XE is a complete solution for efficiently inspecting and maintaining solar farms. This bundle is equipped with three batteries, a carrying case, and DJI Terra software, providing everything you need to perform accurate inspections, identify issues, and optimize maintenance schedules. With cutting-edge imaging capabilities, robust autonomous navigation, and long-range communication, the EVO Max 4T XE ensures precision and efficiency for solar energy operations.

The EVO Max 4T XE’s FusionLight camera suite combines 4K video, 10x optical zoom, and advanced thermal imaging to detect hotspots, micro-cracks, and other panel defects. Its SLAM-based visual navigation enables reliable performance in both outdoor and indoor environments, while A-Mesh networking allows for coordinated multi-drone operations. Designed for professionals in renewable energy, this bundle helps you minimize downtime, maximize ROI, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Features

Advanced Imaging System

• FusionLight Camera Suite: Combines 4K video, 10x zoom, thermal imaging, and a laser rangefinder for comprehensive data capture.
• 160x Hybrid Zoom: Achieve detailed inspections from significant distances, identifying faults without getting too close.
• Thermal Precision: Detect hotspots, micro-cracks, and connection issues in solar panels with high accuracy.

Precision Flight and Navigation

• SLAM Visual Navigation: Reliable indoor and outdoor navigation, even in low-signal environments.
• Autonomous Flight Technology: Global path planning, return-to-home, and obstacle avoidance ensure accurate, automated inspections.
• 720° Obstacle Avoidance: Navigate safely in challenging environments with comprehensive obstacle detection.

Long-Range Performance

• 42-Minute Flight Time: Extended missions with hot-swappable batteries for minimal downtime.
• 15 km HD Video Transmission: Maintain clear, real-time visuals over long distances for efficient large-scale inspections.

Durability and Reliability

• IP43 Weather Rating: Operate confidently in challenging weather conditions.
• A-Mesh Networking: Seamless multi-drone coordination for large solar farms and complex inspections.

Comprehensive Software

• DJI Terra: Streamlined data processing and analysis for accurate reporting and maintenance planning.

Use Cases

• Solar Farm Inspection: Efficiently survey large-scale solar installations to identify malfunctioning panels and optimize performance.

• Thermal Analysis: Detect issues like hotspots, micro-cracks, and electrical connection problems using advanced thermal imaging.

• Maintenance Optimization: Schedule precise repairs based on data-driven insights, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.

• Performance Monitoring: Track energy output and system efficiency over time to maximize return on investment.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure solar installations meet safety and performance standards with detailed inspection data.

Why Choose the Solar Inspection Drone Bundle

The Solar Inspection Drone Bundle provides everything needed for accurate and efficient solar farm inspections. The Autel EVO Max 4T XE offers a FusionLight camera system for 4K imaging, 10x optical zoom, and precise thermal analysis. With 42-minute flight time, 15 km transmission range, and SLAM-based navigation, this drone is designed to handle the demands of large-scale solar installations. The inclusion of DJI Terra software streamlines data processing, allowing you to generate detailed reports for maintenance and compliance. Whether you’re a solar farm operator, technician, or inspector, this bundle helps optimize performance, reduce downtime, and ensure regulatory adherence.

Unlock the power of advanced solar inspections with the Solar Inspection Drone Bundle. Order now at DSLRPros and maximize the efficiency of your renewable energy operations!

Specifications

Aircraft

• Weight (battery & propellers included): 1640 g (3.62 lbs, ABX40 smart battery, Fusion 4T gimbal, and propellers included)
• Maximum take-off mass: 1999 g (4.41 lbs)
• Maximum take-off mass (for C2 certification in EU): 1890 g (4.17 lbs)
• Dimensions:
  • 562 × 651 × 147 mm (unfolded, incl. propellers)
  • 318 × 400 × 147 mm (unfolded, excl. propellers)
  • 257 × 145 × 131 mm (folded, excl. propellers)
• Diagonal wheelbase: 466 mm (1.53 ft)
• Propeller dimension: 11 inches
• Propeller weight: 10.5 g
• Maximum propeller rotational speed: 8000 RPM
• Maximum ascent speed:
  • Slow: 3 m/s
  • Smooth: 5 m/s
  • Standard: 6 m/s
  • Ludicrous: 8 m/s
• Maximum descent speed:
  • Slow: 3 m/s
  • Smooth: 5 m/s
  • Standard: 6 m/s
  • Ludicrous: 6 m/s
• Maximum horizontal flight speed (windless near sea level):
  • Slow: 3 m/s
  • Smooth: 10 m/s
  • Standard: 15 m/s (forward & backward), 10 m/s (sidewards)
  • Ludicrous: 23 m/s (forward), 18 m/s (backward), 20 m/s (sidewards)
• Maximum service ceiling above sea level:
  • 4000 m (13,123 ft) using ABX40 smart battery
  • 3000 m (9,843 ft) using ABX41 smart battery
• Maximum flight altitude: 800 m (2625 ft) (altitude limit in app)
• Maximum flight time (windless): 42 minutes
• Maximum hovering time (windless): 38 minutes
• Maximum wind resistance: 12 m/s (27 mph)
• IP rating: IP43 (custom service)
• Maximum tilt angle:
  • Slow: 10°
  • Smooth: 30°
  • Standard: 30°
  • Ludicrous: 36°
• Maximum angular velocity:
  • Pitch axis: 300°/s
  • Heading axis: 120°/s
• Operating temperature: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
• Internal storage: 128 GB (64 GB available, varies with firmware versions)
• Wi-Fi operating frequency:
  • 2.4G: 2.400–2.476 GHz, 2.400–2.4835 GHz
  • 5.2G: 5.15-5.25 GHz (only FCC, CE, and UKCA regions), 5.17-5.25 GHz (only Germany)
  • 5.8G: 5.725-5.829 GHz, 5.725-5.850 GHz
  Note: Some frequencies are only applicable in certain regions or only for indoor use. Refer to local laws and regulations.
• GNSS: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS
• Wi-Fi effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP):
  • 2.4G: ≤30 dBm (FCC), ≤20 dBm (CE/SRRC/UKCA), ≤12.14 dBm (MIC)
  • 5.2G: ≤30 dBm (FCC), ≤23 dBm (CE/UKCA)
  • 5.8G: ≤30 dBm (FCC/SRRC), ≤14 dBm (CE/UKCA)
• Hovering accuracy:
  • Vertically: ±0.1 m (vision systems working normally), ±0.5 m (GNSS working normally)
  • Horizontally: ±0.3 m (vision systems working normally), ±0.5 m (GNSS working normally)
• Wi-Fi protocol: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (supports 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi)

Gimbal

• Mechanical range:
  • Fusion 4T XE Gimbal: Pitch: -135° to 45°, Yaw: -45° to 45°, Roll: -45° to 45°
  • Fusion 4T Gimbal: Pitch: -135° to 45°, Yaw: -45° to 45°, Roll: -45° to 45°
  • Fusion 4N Gimbal: Pitch: -135° to 45°, Yaw: -50° to 50°, Roll: -45° to 45°
• Controllable range: Pitch: -90° to 30°
• Stabilization system: 3-axis mechanical gimbal (pitch, yaw, roll)
• Max control speed (pitch): 100º/s
• Angular vibration range: < 0.005°

EVO Max 4T XE Zoom Camera

• Sensor: 1/2" CMOS, 48M effective pixels
• Lens: Focal length: 11.8-43.3 mm, 35 mm equivalent: 64-234 mm, Aperture: f/2.8-f/4.8, Focusing distance: 5 m ~ ∞
• ISO range:
  • Normal mode: Auto: ISO 100 ~ ISO 6400, Manual: Photo: ISO 100 ~ ISO 6400
• Shutter speed: 1/8 s ~ 1/10000 s
• Digital zoom: 2.7-10x continuous optical zoom, 160x hybrid zoom
• Max photo resolution: JPG: 4000 × 3000, 8192 × 6144, DNG: 4000 × 3000
• Max video resolution: 4000 × 3000 30P

EVO Max 4T XE Infrared Thermal Imaging Camera

• Image sensor: Uncooled VOx Microbolometer
• Lens: FOV: 61°, Focal length: 9.1 mm, Aperture: f/1.0, Focusing distance: 2.2 m ~ ∞
• Radiometric measurement accuracy: ±2°C or ±2% of reading (using the larger value) @ ambient temperature range -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
• Video resolution: 640 × 512 30P
• Photo size: 640 × 512
• Pixel pitch: 12 µm
• Radiometric measurement methods: Center measurement, spot measurement, rectangular measurement
• Temperature measurement range: -20°C to 150°C (-4°F to 302°F), 0°C to 550°C (32°F to 1022°F)
• Temperature alert: High and low-temperature alarm thresholds, reporting coordinates and temperature values
• Palette: White Hot, Black Hot, Ironbow, Rainbow

Laser Rangefinder

• Wavelength: 905 nm
• Measurement accuracy: ±(1 m + D×0.15%) where D is the distance to a vertical reflecting plane
• Measuring range: 5 - 1200 m

Wide Angle Camera

• Image sensor: 1/1.28" CMOS, 50M effective pixels
• Lens: DFOV: 85°, Focal length: 4.5 mm (equivalent: 23 mm), Aperture: f/1.9, AF motor: 8-line SMA, PDAF focusing, Focusing distance: 1 m ~ ∞
• ISO range:
  • Auto: Photo: ISO 100 ~ ISO 6400, Video: ISO 100 ~ ISO 64000, Night mode: up to ISO 64000
  • Manual: Photo: ISO 100 ~ ISO 12800, Video: ISO 100 ~ ISO 64000
• Shutter speed: Photo: 0.5 s ~ 1/8000 s, Video: 1/30 s ~ 1/8000 s
• Video resolution: 4000 × 3000 30P
• Video format: MP4
• Max bit rate: 70 Mbps
• Photo size: 4000 × 3000 (default), 8000 × 6000
• Photo format: JPG

Image Transmission

• Operating frequency:
  • 900M: 902-928 MHz*
  • 2.4G: 2.400–2.476 GHz**, 2.400–2.4835 GHz
  • 5.2G: 5.15-5.25 GHz***, 5.17-5.25 GHz****
  • 5.8G: 5.725-5.829 GHz**, 5.725-5.850 GHz
  *Only applicable to FCC and ISED regions. **Only applicable to SRRC regions. ***Only applicable to FCC, CE, and UKCA regions. ****Only applies to Germany.
• Max transmission distance (without interference and blocking):
  • FCC: 15 km
  • CE: 8 km
• Independent networking: Autel Smart Controller V3
• Effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP):
  • 900M: ≤30 dBm (FCC/ISED)
  • 2.4G: ≤30 dBm (FCC/ISED), ≤20 dBm (CE/SRRC/UKCA)
  • 5.8G: ≤30 dBm (FCC/ISED/SRRC), ≤14 dBm (CE/UKCA)

Millimeter-Wave Radar Sensing System

• Operating frequency:
  • 60G: 60 - 64 GHz
  • 24G: 24.0 - 24.25 GHz
• Effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP):
  • 60G: ≤20 dBm (CE/UKCA/FCC)
  • 24G: ≤20 mW (SRRC)
• Sensing range:
  • 60G millimeter-wave radar:
    • Upward: 0.3 - 20 m
    • Downward: 0.15 - 80 m
    • Forward & backward: 0.3 - 50 m
  • 24G millimeter-wave radar:
    • Downward: 0.8 - 12 m
• FOV: Horizontal (6 dB): ±60°/±22° (60 GHz/24 GHz), Vertical (6 dB): ±30°/±20° (60 GHz/24 GHz)

• Operating environment:
  • 60 GHz millimeter-wave radar sensing system: Supports all-weather obstacle avoidance for glass, water, wires, buildings, and trees in 4 directions. The obstacle avoidance distance varies with the obstacle's ability to reflect electromagnetic waves and its surface size.
  • 24 GHz millimeter-wave radar sensing system: Supports downward sensing, and its sensing range varies depending on the ground material. For example, the sensing range on cement is 12 m, while grass with a thickness of more than 3 cm reduces the range to less than 6 m.

Aircraft version limitations*

• To comply with (national) regional regulations, certain aircraft versions use a 24 GHz millimeter-wave radar in the downward direction and 60 GHz radars in the forward, backward, and upward directions.
• In the 24 GHz aircraft version, the 60 GHz radars in the forward, backward, and upward directions are disabled in the flight software at the factory. Only the 24 GHz radar in the downward direction is enabled to assist in landing.
• The 24 GHz aircraft version only supports visual obstacle avoidance under good lighting conditions and does not support millimeter-wave radar obstacle avoidance at night.

Visual obstacle avoidance sensing system

• Sensing range:
  • Forward: 19.7 - 1220.5 in (0.5 - 31 m)
  • Backward: 19.7 - 984.3 in (0.5 - 25 m)
  • Sideward: 19.7 - 1023.6 in (0.5 - 26 m)
  • Upward: 0.66 - 85.3 ft (0.2 - 26 m)
  • Downward: 0.98 - 75.5 ft (0.3 - 23 m)
• FOV:
  • Forward/backward sensor: 60° (horizontal), 80° (vertical)
  • Upward/downward sensor: 180° (sideward), 120° (forward & backward)
• Operating environment:
  • Forward, backward, sideward, and upward: Surface with rich texture, under sufficient lighting (>15 lux, normal indoor fluorescent lighting environment)
  • Downward: Diffuse surface with a reflectivity >20% (walls, trees, humans, etc.), under sufficient lighting (>15 lux, normal indoor fluorescent lighting environment)

Radar and visual obstacle avoidance sensing systems

• Sensing range:
  • Forward & backward: 0.3 - 50 m
  • Sidewards: 0.5 - 26 m
  • Upward: 0.2 - 26 m
  • Downward: 0.15 - 80 m (60 GHz millimeter-wave radar)
• FOV:
  • Forward & backward: 120° (horizontal), 80° (vertical)
  • Upward: 180° (sideward), 120° (forward & backward)
  • Downward: 180° (sideward), 120° (forward & backward)
• Operating environment:
  • Forward, backward, upward, and downward: Supports all-weather obstacle avoidance for various conditions, including water, forests, buildings, and high voltage lines. At least one of the two conditions should be met: sufficient lighting or the obstacle has a strong reflection ability to electromagnetic waves.
  • Sidewards: Surface with rich texture, under sufficient lighting (>15 lux, normal indoor fluorescent lighting environment).

Autel smart controller V3

• Display:
  • Dimensions: 7.9 inches
  • Maximum brightness: 2000 nits
  • Resolution: 2048 × 1536
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
• Battery:
  • Battery type: Li-Po 3S
  • Rated capacity: 5800 mAh
  • Voltage: 11.55 V
  • Battery energy: 67 Wh
  • Charging time: 120 minutes
• Operating time: 2.5 hours (max brightness), 4.0 hours (50% brightness)
• Maximum transmission distance (without interference and blocking):
  • FCC: 15 km (9.3 miles)
  • CE/SRRC: 8 km (4.9 miles)
• IP rating: IP43
• Internal storage: 128 GB
• GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
• Operating temperature: -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C)
• Wi-Fi protocol: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (supports 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi)
• Wi-Fi operating frequency:
  • 2.4G: 2.400–2.476 GHz, 2.400–2.4835 GHz
  • 5.8G: 5.725-5.829 GHz, 5.725-5.850 GHz
  * Only applies to SRRC regionsNote: Some frequencies are only applicable in certain regions or only for indoor use. Refer to local laws and regulations.
• Wi-Fi effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP):
  • 2.4G: ≤30 dBm (FCC/ISED); ≤20 dBm (CE/SRRC/UKCA)
  • 5.8G: ≤30 dBm (FCC/ISED/SRRC); ≤14 dBm (CE/UKCA)

Smart battery

• Battery dimension: 158.4 × 74.3 × 50.7 mm
• Operating temperature: -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 50°C)
• Rated capacity:
  • ABX40: 8070 mAh
  • ABX41: 9248 mAh
• Voltage:
  • ABX40: 14.88 V
  • ABX41: 14.76 V
• Battery type: LiPo 4S
• Battery energy:
  • ABX40: 120 Wh
  • ABX41: 136.5 Wh
• Weight:
  • ABX40: 1.15 lbs (520 g)
  • ABX41: 1.17 lbs (533 g)
• Battery charge temperature: 41°F to 113°F (5°C to 45°C)
  • When the battery temperature is below +5°C, the battery stops charging and activates self-heating.
  • When the battery temperature is above +45°C, the battery stops charging.
• Hot swappable: Supported

In The Box

• Drone: Autel EVO Max 4T XE
• Add-ons: 3x Batteries, Carrying Case, DJI Terra Software