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# RPLiDAR S3 - 40m range, 2D point cloud map

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RPLiDAR S3 is a 360-degree ToF(Time of Flight) laser sensing scanner that samples up to 32 kHz with 0.1125° angular resolution, capable of generating 2D...

## Pricing

- **Price:** $914.95 (inc GST) — $831.77 AUD, exc GST
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## Availability & dispatch

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## Description

RPLiDAR S3 is a 360-degree ToF(Time of Flight) laser sensing scanner that samples up to 32 kHz with 0.1125° angular resolution, capable of generating 2D point cloud map information up to 40m radius. It suits for both indoor and outdoor installation, with high light resistance and IP65 features. It also comes with a small, compact, and Class One eye safety rating design.

**Features**

- **360 Degree ToF Laser ranging scanner:** Generate 2D point cloud map information up to 40m radius while operating 10% reflection within 15 meters
- **High Lighting Resistance:** Against up to 80000 lux light suitable for outdoor placing
- **Stunning Sampling Capability:**Provide 10Hz(600rpm) scanning frequency, up to 32KHz measurement frequency, and 1125° angular resolution
- **Suitable for Anywhere:** IP65 high ingress protection, small and compact, capable of every indoor and outdoor deployment
- **Certified Output Laser Power:** Safe as IEC-60825 Class One eye safety rating

RPLiDAR S3 comes with upgraded produce, by increasing the operating performance of hardware and optimizing the internal algorithms. It applies the **SLAMTEC Time of Flight(SL-ToF)** theory that emits and receives the **laser pulse** to measure the distance by calculating the flight time. This self-developed algorithm will improve environmental light immunity and measurement accuracy.

It implements **2D point cloud map information generating** and you can deploy it to map, navigate, position robot, model object or other practically use. By its small and compact structure, along with its IEC-60825 Class 1 eye safety rating, the RPLiDAR S3 can perform high standards of operation in your property of which the output laser power is harmless to the human eye.

As it to say, what the RPLiDAR S3 brings are **360 degrees**, **40M radius**, **32 kHz light detection and ranging**, **0.1125° angular resolution** by **10Hz rotational speed.**

This lidar performs equally well in measuring distances when facing low-reflectivity objects such as black color doors and anti-reflective coating objects, as it can measure up to a distance of 15 meters with a 10% reflectivity.

The IP65 design of this precision mechanical equipment is well protected from foreign bodies such as tools, dirt and liquid water. Additionally, it retains its functionality against high-intensity 80000 lux light. All of these make it suitable for outdoor and field installation, especially capable of working under the big sun on sunny days.

**Applications**

- Robot navigation and obstacle avoidance
- Obstacle detecting and avoiding AGV
- Parking lot monitoring
- Environment perception and autonomous movement of low-speed unmanned vehicles
- Multi-point touching and man-machine interaction
- UV mapping and obstacle avoidance
- Environment scanning and 3D rebuilding

**Hardware Overview**

![](https://wdcdn.qpic.cn/MTY4ODg1NTkyNTI4NTEyMg_1246_uD6kN8a30hXP9Mj0_1691560368?w=1167&h=407&type=image/jpeg)

**Specifications**

| Distance Range | 0.05 - 40m(70% Reflectivity)0.05 - 15m (10% Reflectivity)0.05 -5m (2% Reflectivity) |
|---|---|
| Lighting Resistance | >80k lux |
| Blind Range | 0.05m |
| Sample Rate | 32KHz times/second |
| Sample Frequency | Typical: 10Hz (10Hz-20Hz) |
| Angle Resolution | Typical: 0.1125°(0.1125° - 0.225° ) |
| Communication Interface | TTL UART Serial |
| Communication Speed(Baud rate) | 1M |
| Ranging Resolution | 10mm |
| Range Accuracy | ±30mm |
| System Voltage | 5V |
| System Current | 400mA |
| Dimension | 55.6 x 59.8 x 41.3mm |
| Weight | 115g |

**Parts List**

| USB A to Micro USB Cable | x1 |
|---|---|
| USB A to DC Jack cable | x1 |
| TTL to USB Convertor | x1 |
| RPLiDAR S3 | x1 |

**Documentation**

- [Datasheet](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/datasheet_SLAMTEC_rplidar_datasheet_S3_v1_8806277a622.pdf)
- [User manual](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/user_manual_SLAMTEC_rplidarkit_usermanual_S3_v1_75342d3987b.pdf)
- [Series protocol](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/series_protocol_LR001_SLAMTEC_rplidar_series_protocol_v1_22332493c35.pdf)
- [3d model](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/localcontent/3d-model_104384b67d5.zip)

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/S/S/SS101090041-1.png)