Product Description

Empowering Next-Gen Smart Devices with "Vision" – RPLIDAR S3 Ultra-Compact High-Performance dToF LiDAR
The SLAMTEC RPLIDAR S3 is a revolutionary LiDAR sensor based on direct Time-of-Flight (dToF) technology. It combines an ultra-small form factor, exceptional performance, and high reliability to provide a powerful core for environment perception in various mobile robots and smart devices.

Why Choose the RPLIDAR S3?
Reliable & Accurate, Unfazed by Environmental Challenges:​ The S3 excels not only in ideal conditions but also handles complex scenarios like low-reflectivity objects and strong ambient light, ensuring your device "sees clearly and accurately" in any lighting.
Data-Rich for Faster, Smarter Decisions:​ The high 32,000 samples/sec rate delivers dense point cloud data, providing a solid foundation for advanced algorithms like SLAM and dynamic obstacle avoidance.
Plug-and-Play, Simplifying Development:​ Comprehensive SDKs, extensive documentation, and deep compatibility with mainstream platforms like ROS significantly shorten your R&D cycle.
Small Size, High Performance, Liberates Design Space:​ The slim 4cm profile allows easy integration into space-constrained devices without compromising performance.

Key Technical Parameters
Max Measurement Radius​:40 meters (@70% reflectance)
Range on Low Reflectivity​:15 meters (@10% reflectance, e.g., black object) Range Resolution​: Ranging Accuracy​: Sampling Frequency​:32,000 samples/second
Scanning Range​:360° omnidirectional
Scan Frequency​:Adjustable range, e.g., 10 Hz (600 RPM)
Points per Second​:Up to 3200 points/second (e.g., @10 Hz scan)
Rotational Lifetime​:> 10,000 hours (MTTF)
Ambient Light Immunity​:80,000 Lux
Operating Voltage​:5 V DC (±5%)
Operating Current​:Typical 350 mA (@5V, excluding external USB adapter board consumption)
Average Power Consumption​:Typical Communication Interface​:UART (TTL level, 3.3V)
Physical Interface​:USB Type-C (via included USB adapter board)
Data Output Format​:Serial data stream containing distance, angle, quality, etc.
Supported Platforms​:Windows (x86), Linux (x86/ARM), ROS (1 & 2)
Development Support​:Official SDK, PC demo tools, ROS driver package provided

Application Scenarios:
Navigation & Obstacle Avoidance for Service/Cleaning Robots
Obstacle Detection for AGVs
Environment Perception & Autonomous Movement for Low-Speed Unmanned Vehicles
UAV Mapping & Obstacle Avoidance
ROS Educational Robots (for mapping & obstacle avoidance tutorials)
Parking Lot Monitoring, Environment Scanning & 3D Reconstruction
Multi-point Touch & Human-Computer Interaction

Shipping List
RPLIDAR S3 Unit*​1
USB Type-C Cable​*1
USB Adapter Board (USB2.0)​*1
Quick Start Guide​*1