The Blueye Underwater Drones
One-man portable ROV to interact with the underwater environment. Quick and user-friendly inspection of your assets below the surface.
Key Features
Camera tilt
Tilt the camera up or down for more effective and high-quality inspections.
Powerful LED Lights
3300 lumen lights allow you to dive in the dark. 90 CRI LEDs ensure excellent colour rendition.
Thin tether
Durable and replaceable tether which creates minimal drag.
Automatic heading and depth
Ensures for a great underwater experience in rough conditions.
Bottom Diving
Smart positioning of vertical motor nozzles to avoid seafloor sand clouds.
Below 9 kg
Suitable for transportation and operatable by one person.
3 knots forward speed
Dive in difficult conditions. Operational in up to 2 knots current.
1000 ft depth rating
Robust vehicle pressure tested to handle frequent deep dives.
Full HD-camera
Record your dive with a wide-angle camera (1080p/30fps).Controller or touch - your choice
The Blueye App responds to the way you choose to control your ROV, whether that is with a controller or by touch on your iOS or Android device.
Adjust app settings for your dive
Whether you are performing inspections in deep and dark oceans or in clear waters, the camera is optimized to perform in different and challenging conditions. The Blueye app allows you to control light exposure and camera hue settings. We provide you with the tools to capture high-quality images and videos.
Assisted navigation
Underwater navigation is a tricky nut to crack, and the Blueye App is designed specifically to assist you in knowing where you are headed at all times. Assisted navigation with a compass ensures minimal drifting and more precision when needed. A 3D visualization of the drone illustrates the course of the drone relative to your own.
Share video stream on multiple devices
With the additional Blueye Observer app, you can share your inspections with colleagues as they happen. Once downloaded to your iOS or Android device, simply connect to the drones WiFi network and launch the Blueye Observer app. The live video stream from the underwater drone will appear immediately.
Custom Package
The Blueye X1 ROV package
The Blueye X1 ROV can be equipped with a gripper (with Quick Connect) and you can customise the tether length. Get in touch with us to help you with a customized package that suits your needs.
A basic package will include the ROV, tether reel, Blueye Smart Battery, transportation case and a controller.
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Additional Items for X1
Blue Robotics
Newton Subsea ROV Gripper
Blueye Robotics
Blueye High Capacity Battery
Blueye Robotics
Blueye Standard Smart Battery
Blueye Robotics
Reel with 75 m tether
Speedy
Controller for iOS devices
Speedy
Controller for Android devices
Blueye Robotics
Light Transportation Case
MovieMask
MovieMask Premium Blueye edition
Tech specs
These are the technical specifications for the Blueye X1 underwater drone.
DRONE |
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Hull design |
Hydrodynamic and hydrobalanced hull for stability and performance in ocean conditions. Ruggedized exterior for impact resistance. |
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Dimensions |
485 x 257 x 354 mm (LxWxH) |
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Depth rating |
1000 ft / 305 m. |
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Weight |
9 kg. |
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Speed |
1.5 m/s (3 knots). |
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Run-time |
2 hrs normal operation with Standard Battery / 5 hrs normal operation with High Capacity Battery. |
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Thrusters |
4 powerful thrusters, 4 x 350 W. 2 rear, 1 vertical center, 1 lateral. User replaceable. |
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Automation |
Auto heading. Auto depth. |
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Camera |
Light sensitive full HD 1080p/30fps, wide angle lens. -30° to +30° mechanical tilt. 115° vertical field of view (FOV). |
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Search Light |
Powerful 3300 lumen LED lights below camera. 90 Colour rendering index (CRI) for precise colors. Fittings for extra lights as payload. |
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Sensors |
Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) with 3-axis gyro and 3-axis accelerometer. Depth sensor. Magnetometer (compass). Temperature (inside and outside). Internal pressure sensor. |
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Payload |
Standard fittings for payload on both top and bottom of the drone. 1 guest port for connection of peripherals. |
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Software |
Remote update of firmware on both drone and Surface Unit. |
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Storage capacity |
256 GB. |
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Battery |
Compatible with 96 Wh lithium ion Standard Battery and 220Wh High Capacity Battery. User-replaceable. |
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GUEST PORT |
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Power |
5V (2.1A shared), BAT (7A), 20V (2A shared) |
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Protocol |
ETHERNET 10/100Base-T/TX, RS232, USB, I2C, PWM, UART |
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SURFACE UNIT (SU) |
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Wireless transmitter |
Wifi router for wireless connection to smartphones or tablets. USB C port for attachment of ethernet adapter for wired connection in difficult wireless environment. |
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Wireless range |
Range depending on environment. Max 30 m in open area. |
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Cable |
Thin and strong cable optimized for use with ocean drones. Cable is replaceable for easy handling and upgradeable for other lenghts. |
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DRONE CONTROLLER |
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Controller |
Wireless drone controller for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. |
APP |
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Blueye App |
Free app for Android and iOS smartphone/tablet. Setup & control drone; manage and download dive data and video recordings. |
Blueye Observer |
Free app for Android and iOS smartphone/tablet. Connect additional devices and share the live video stream with multiple people. |
Blueye File Transfer App |
Free app for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Download files to your computer. |
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Charger |
Charger for charging the underwater drone. Extra charger with USB ports for charging SU and drone controller. |