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PowerBot  
 Automatic
Docking / Charging
System

Automatic Docking & Charging
ENABLES 24 X 7 APPLICATIONS!
PowerBot Dock/Charge System  The PowerBot Dock/Charge System includes 2 parts: the Robot-Side Dock/Charger and the Free-standing Dock/Charge Station.

The Dock/Charge Station contains a metal plate "floating" on springs to align power contacts to pass current from the dock to the Robot-Side Dock/Charger contact. The Dock/Charge Station includes a 25-amp, three stage charger that is capable of optimally charging the PowerBot's batteries with robot power on or off. A current meter, indicator light, and emergency stop switch on the Dock/Charge Station provide feedback and control over  charging. A logic-level switch indicates to the PowerBot when it has successfully docked.
  • FAST-CHARGING: Smart electronics charge robots at full-capacity regardless of the power draw from PC, laser and other accessories - yet batteries are protected against overcharging
  • RELIABLE: Our system, including the retractable contact plate, is guaranteed for one year, which is thousands of charges. Optional 2-year warranty. 
  • PORTABLE CONVENIENCE: Lightweight design and robot intelligence allows the floor-side charging system to be plugged in beside nearly any wall and re-located in minutes. 
  • FULLY INTEGRATED: Calls from Advanced Robotics Interface for Applications (ARIA) can begin the auto-docking process on any PowerBot with Laser-Mapping and Navigation. Typically these calls are initiated upon low battery status and upon task completion. Dock appears as a goal in Laser Maps.
Laser Map showing Robot's Dock Station Position

KEY FEATURES

  • Smart charging provides full, fast charge regardless of accessory power draw, yet protected against overcharging
  • Handles all docking & charging operations once Charging System is plugged in and its position is indicated in robot's Laser Map
  • Allows manual charging when robot is off
  • Plug-n-play system can be re-located in minutes
  • Compatible with 110 or 220 VAC input 

ROBOT-SIDE DOCKING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS


CONSTRUCTION: Anodized aluminum
REQUIREMENTS: PowerBot with Laser Mapping & Navigation

FLOOR AUTO-CHARGE STATION SPECIFICATIONS


CONSTRUCTION: Anodized aluminum
REQUIREMENTS: POWER INPUT - 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz
DIMENSIONS:  
RUBBER MAT -: 27" x 36" x 3/8" (68cm x 90cm x 1cm)
POWER SUPPLY - 8.5"  x 5.25"  x 4.5" h (21cm x 13cm x 11cm)
CHARGE RATE:  Up to 25 amps at 24VDC
 SENSING: Laser Range Finder based position sensing  
 

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