The BTC-101 can be outfitted with 720p HD Sony FCB - EH 3150 or a standard definition digitally stabilized Sony FCB - EX11D Sensor. Additionally the BTC-101 can be fitted with the FLIR TAU 640 Thermal Sensor. This gimbal offers excellent coverage with a pan axis at ±180°, and the tilt axis that ranges from 20° up to 100° down.

Construction is composed of molded and machined polymers and carbon fiber. The ball is molded high impact thermoplastic and internally reinforced with a composite laminate. Chassis is fabricated from a combination of light weight polymer and a rigid carbon fiber main mounting plate. All pivoting points use precision ball bearings.

Control is by standard servo inputs (PWM) for the pan and tilt. Easy manual hookup can be done with an R/C transmitter. Most autopilots in use today can output inertial stability parameters in order to take full advantage of the high 1.25 sec for a full 360° rotation capability. The elevation function is equally fast at 0.45 sec with a maximum deflection of 130°. Full pulse width calibration schedules are provided with respect to degrees of pan rotation and tilt angle.

The BTC-40 Retract is a fully retractable sensor option that does not require additional skids for protection. The retracting mechanism has an over center lock in the up position that is reliable and robust.

Optional Beetle Wing Doors

Optional Beetle Wing doors seal the sensor when they are not in use protecting the gimbal, but add very little additional drag when in the open position during a flight.

The BTC-101X system is optimized for hand-launched electric UAVs, where it's doors allow for hard landings on any surface with no sensor damage, and it's light weight maximizes flight time and aircraft performance. The BTC-101X is also available without the doors and retraction system for other configurations, such as drones with landing gear or manned aircraft.

As with all BTC products, we are happy to work with the customer to create a customized version of the BTC101X tailored to meet your specific needs.

The BTC-101XC system is optimized for hand-launched electric UAVs, where it's doors allow for hard landings on any surface with no sensor damage, and it's light weight maximizes flight time and aircraft performance. The BTC-101XC is also available without the doors and retraction system for other configurations, such as drones with landing gear or manned aircraft.

As with all BTC products, we are happy to work with the customer to create a customized version of the BTC-101XC tailored to meet your specific needs.