The PBS-Vario is an extremely precise climb rate and altitude sensor for use with the PowerBox CORE, but it is also suitable for other telemetry systems
Features
Climb rate measurement with 0.1 m/s accuracy
Altitude measurement with 0.1 m accuracy
Temperature measurement
Compact dimensions
Low weight
Supports the following telemetry systems: PowerBox P²BUS, Jeti EX-Bus, Futaba S.BUS2
Technical Data
Operating voltage
4.0V - 9.0V
Current drain Power-on state
max. 20mA
Supported RC systems
PowerBox, Jeti, Futaba
Dimensions
33 x 10 x 4 mm
Weight
6g
Temperature range
-30°C to +85°C
Product description
The PBS-Vario is based on the latest generation of MEMS pressure sensor, and is capable of accurately measuring differences in height of 10 cm. A digital filter developed in-house by PowerBox-Systems ensures that the measured values are completely devoid of noise and distortion; both these features are important requirements if a vario function is to work accurately. In addition to the climb rate in m/s, the PBS-Vario measures the relative altitude (from the launch point) with a resolution of 0.1m, and the temperature at the sensor.
The PBS-Vario is extremely compact - just 33 x 10 x 4 mm in size - which allows the unit to find a home even in the smallest gliders.
The PBS-Vario can be used with the PowerBox CORE, Jeti EXBUS and Futaba S.BUS2.