Overview
The AC-ROV is a highly portable and capable underwater inspection system, designed for ease of use and rapid deployment. It is CE marked and suitable for various applications, including offshore, onshore, and down pipes. The system is compact, fitting into a single hand-carry case weighing 18kg, and can be deployed by one person in under three minutes.

Key Features

• Mobility: Equipped with 4 horizontal vectored thrusters and 2 vertical thrusters, the AC-ROV offers exceptional mobility with 5 degrees of freedom, allowing equal forward and lateral thrust.
• Control: The system uses an intuitive 3D controller that can be operated with one hand, featuring push-button flight assist functions.
• Design: The AC-ROV has a unique center-less thruster design, making it virtually foul-proof and efficient. It boasts a robust and modular design for durability and serviceability.

Specifications

• Model: SP50
• Size: 203mm x 152mm x 146mm
• Weight: 3kg
• Depth Rating: 75m
• Camera: Colour CCD 520 line x 0.1 lux
• Thrusters: 6 (4 horizontal, 2 vertical)
• Lights: 4 cluster camera tracking LEDs
• Control: 5-axis single-handed 3D controller
• Monitor: 145mm colour LCD
• Power: 300 watts
• Payload: 200g

Integrated and Other Options

• Rear View B&W Camera
• Slip ring Tether Deployment Systems
• 2-function manipulator
• Custom Tether Deployment Systems
• Alternative monitors and custom packaging

Notes

• Tether drag affects flight control, especially in smaller ROVs. Solutions include dive planning and Tether Management Systems.
• The 3D controller includes powerful flight assist functions such as Flight Freeze and Progressive Forward Flight.
• The tether cable is field serviceable, allowing for easy repairs and re-termination.
• Video recording devices can be connected for data logging without the need for a computer.