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iRobot
®
PackBot
®
Accessories 2009
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What’
s New
iRobot offers a complete line of
accessories for the iRobot PackBot
tactical mobile robot. Each accessory
adds additional capabilities to the
robot, expanding its range and
scope of missions.
Based on user feedback, this edition of the iRobot
®
PackBot
®
Accessories
Catalog features a variety of new solutions to make the PackBot more
functional and easier to use:
•
The Aware
®
2 Software Upgrade
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The iRobot PackBot Upgrade Kit
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Parallel Grippers
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Mechanical Cable Cutter
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Head-Mounted Hook
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Head-Mounted Infrared Illuminator
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HazMat Kit
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Enhanced Awareness Payload
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Single Hand Controller Kit with USB
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PeraDis
®
.45 Caliber Recoilless Water Disrupter
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Inverter 12/24 Volt for PCC
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Cigarette Lighter Adapter for MicroCharger
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2 .4 & 4 .9 GHz Radio OCU Modules
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Throughout this catalog, you’ll find many robot accessories, communications
accessories, control unit accessories, power accessories and more .
Thank you for your suggestions – and please keep them coming; we continually
improve our robots and accessories based on your feedback .
More than 2,500 PackBot robots
have been delivered worldwide as of
July 2009, successfully performing
dangerous missions while keeping
warfighters and first responders out
of harm’s way. From bomb disposal
and checkpoint inspections to
reconnaissance and route clearance,
PackBot is a versatile and adaptable
robot capable of performing a
range of missions.
Additional spare parts are also available.
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com
or toll-free in the U.S. at 888.776.2687.
International customers, call +1.781.430.3090.
For support, contact iRobot at packbot-support@irobot.com or 781.430.3030
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3
iRobot
®
Softwar
e
Upgrade Kit
Upgrade Kit Improvements and Benefits
PackBot MK1 (MTRS)
New Accessory Options
Accessory Connector on Attack Head
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Tools
•
Sensors
•
Cameras
•
Hand Controller
Improved Vision in Low-Light Conditions
2x Arm Lift Capacity
3x Gripper Capacity
FWD Facing Gripper Cameras
Adjustable Grippers
30% Faster
Improved Track Technology
18% More Pull Strength
33% Reduction in Full System Boot-Up Time
510 PackBot
The iRobot PackBot Upgrade Kit retrofits previous-generation PackBot robots —
including the PackBot EOD and PackBot MK1(MTRS) — with the latest hardware and
software of the 510 PackBot.
Upgrade
your robot to a
510 PackBot
•
Make your PackBot faster, stronger and easier to use…
•
Cost effectively upgrade to current-generation hardware and software…
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Enhance the robot’s capabilities right away and quickly integrate future tools…
iRobot
®
PackBot
®
Upgrade Kit
Aware
®
2
Software Upgrade
The Aware 2 software upgrade
provides several enhancements
over the legacy software.
Features include:
built-in help, plug-and-play
arms/accessories, high-resolution
video, improved user interface,
self-damage prevent, and many
more. In addition to the base
features, Aware 2 provides a
platform for third-party sensor
development and is a foundation
for advanced autonomy features.
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5
Head-Mounted Hook
Allows PackBot to move objects
at the height of the attack head
(up to 82 inches on certain
models) . Ideal for opening
overhead bins on buses, trains
and airplanes . Quickly attaches
to the QuickClamp Accessory
Mount, providing a second
mount for other compatible
accessories . Includes three
manipulators: hook, probe
and customizable probe .
Part # 4194767
Head-Mounted Infrared
Illuminator
Increases low-light
performance of robot .
Continuously adjustable
beam is 100% eye safe,
tested class 1 . Shockproof
and splash water resistant .
Usable with all night vision
generations, even digital
systems . Lithium battery
provides approximately 3
hours of run time . Mounts
to the free side of the robot’s
head using an adjustable
holder . Sold directly from ELP
and warranty information is
provided by the manufacturer .
Visit www .elp-gmbh .de
4 Bar Parallel Gripper
Finger Kit
The gripper fingers make it
easier for PackBot operators
to pick up objects . The updated
gripper design keeps the
fingers parallel to each other
while they open and close,
offering a more natural
and dexterous grasping
method, particularly for
large objects .
Part # 4210202
Robot Accessories
Mechanical Cable Cutter
Designed for cutting cable,
this tool quickly attaches to
the gripper finger base plate .
Features a wire guide for
capturing the wire . Cuts
insulated copper cable up to
a thickness of 2 .5mm² . Fully
mechanical tool, does not
require any modifications to the
robot . Sold directly from ELP
and warranty information is
provided by the manufacturer .
Visit www .elp-gmbh .de
Robot Accessories
QuickClamp
Picatinny Rail Kit
Attaches to the QuickClamp
Fireset or QuickClamp
Accessory Mount, allowing
the user to attach Picatinny-
compatible items, such as
tactical lights, sensors,
and lasers .
Part # 15088
Picatinny Rail Tube
Mount Kit
Attaches to any of the PackBot
arm tubes allowing the user to
attach Picatinny-compatible
items, such as tactical
lights, sensors, and lasers .
Installs quickly using only a
screwdriver .
Part # 15089
M3X Tactical Illuminator
Flashlight with X-Series
Flip-Up Filter
Increases low-light performance
of robot . Provides peak output
of 125+ lumens . Includes the
X-Series Flip-Up Filter (infrared),
which fits over the bezel
assembly . Lithium battery
provides approximately one
hour of run time . Mounts to the
robot using the QuickClamp
Picatinny Rail Kit or Picatinny
Rail Mount Kit (sold separately) .
Part # 19478
WB-2 Glass Breaker
Quickly and cleanly breaks
vehicle windows and building
glass . Specially constructed
from reinforced metal and
plastic composite . Features
quick release mechanism
and lower rail for additional
Picatinny mounted devices .
Mounts to the robot using the
QuickClamp Picatinny Rail Kit
(sold separately) .
Part # 19368
Adjustable Gripper
Finger Kit
This field replaceable kit allows
the user to set the gripper fingers
in various positions by manually
adjusting a screw, resulting
in easier manipulation and
customization based on user
preferences or mission needs .
Part # 17845
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
Composite Window for
Low Light Upgrade Kit
Window upgrade improves low-light attack camera
performance when operating with lights on . Uses
integrated light baffle that blocks light refraction in
the window to eliminate camera washout . Upgrade
recommended for PackBot EOD .
Part # 18105
Three Case
Shipping Option
Rugged, lightweight cases for
PackBot robot and control unit .
Cases enable easier transport in
smaller vehicles and as checked
luggage on commercial aircraft .
Cases feature five press and pull
latches, three double-layered
soft-grip handles, two lockable
hasps, inline wheels and a
telescoping handle .
31 .3’’ L x 20 .4’’ W x 12 .2’’ H
Part # 15831
6
7
HazMat Kit
Add hazardous materials
detection to your PackBot .
Multiple integrated
sensors provide TIC, TIM,
Blood Blister, VOC,
Radiological and Temperature/
Humidity detection and
reporting . Includes MultiRAE
®
sensor, LCD Sensor, Radiac
sensor, calibration accessories
and extra filter packs for
MultiRAE, sieve packs,
confidence tester, battery
cassette for LCD, accessory
brick, payload assembly with
Temp/Humidity Sensor,
sealed hard case for sensors
and accessories, rugged
shipping cases, user manual
and documentation and
Aware
®
2 software license .
Additional hardware and
software upgrade may be
required . Available in
late 2009 .
Part # 4185339
Robot Accessories
QuickClamp
Accessory Mount
Modular clamp system
attaches to PackBot arm .
Supports various
disrupters and tools,
including PAN, Proparms,
and Richmond . Once installed,
tools and disrupter mounts
attach and remove in seconds
without tools . Users may adapt
new tools to standard mount .
Part # 14065
QuickClamp Fireset
without Accessory
Connector
Allows for fast and reliable
installation and removal of a
variety of head-mounted
accessories, including
disrupters . Fireset includes
binding posts for electrical
initiation of pyrotechnic devices
over a secure, encrypted Safe
Firing System . Users may
adapt new tools to this
standard mount .
Part # 14107
QuickClamp Fireset with
Accessory Connector
Allows for fast and reliable
installation and removal of
a variety of head-mounted
accessories, including
disrupters . Fireset includes
binding posts for electrical
initiation of pyrotechnic devices
over a secure, encrypted Safe
Firing System . Includes an
accessory connector for
expansion or third-party
developers . The connector
provides power and receives
data and video . Users may
adapt new tools to this
standard mount .
Part # 18207
QuickClamp Mount with
Accessory Connector
Allows for fast and reliable
installation and removal of
a variety of head-mounted
accessories . Includes an
accessory connector for
expansion or third party
developers . The connector
provides power and receives
USB and video data . Users
may adapt new tools to this
standard mount .
Note: Disrupters cannot be
fired from a robot equipped
with this accessory.
Part # 19468
Robot Accessories
PackBot Blast Shield
with Clutch Upgrade Kit
Upgrade the blast shield of
your PackBot EOD . Improved
clutch design provides longer
product life .
Part # 18215
Blast shield only, other
components not included.
Enhanced Awareness
Payload (EAP)
Add more cameras, sensors,
and functionality to your iRobot
510 FasTac . The EAP, which
mounts in the robot’s front bay,
features a wide-angle drive
camera, two-way audio, white
and infrared illumination
and an accessory port .
Part # 4207006
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
LWIR Thermal
Camera Kit
Compact, lightweight camera
features large field of view
and provides increased
situational awareness .
Close-to-medium range
detection and identification
in fog, smoke, low light and
no light . Additional software
may be required .
Part # 4177974
ICx Fido
®
Explosives
Detection Kit
Add remote explosives detection
capability to PackBot to protect
personnel . Sensor employs
ultra-sensitive vapor detection .
Sensor data is relayed to the
PCC or OCU in visual and audio
formats . Sensor data is relayed
to the operator controller unit in
visual and audio formats . Fido
sensor can be removed and
used for hand held detection
purposes . Kit includes payload-
to-robot adaptor . Additional
software may be required .
Part # 19479
8
9
Replacement Main
PackBot Track (Rounded)
Streamlined tracks with rounded
cleats minimize detracking and
optical fiber entanglement
while delivering the same
maneuverability through rough
and varied terrain . Includes
two tracks; sold as a pair .
(Replacement Flipper Track
sold separately .)
Part # 18285
Replacement PackBot
Flipper Track (Rounded)
Streamlined tracks with
rounded cleats minimize
detracking and optical fiber
entanglement while delivering
maneuverability through rough
and varied terrain . Includes
two tracks; sold as a pair .
(Replacement Main PackBot
Track sold separately .)
Part # 18287
Robot Accessories
Hand Controller Upgrade Kit
Allows the user to make a legacy PCC compatible with
the new Hand Controller . Includes two hand controllers
with Fischer connectors, a hard drive with mounting
bracket, a Quick Reference Guide and supporting
documentation . Easy-to-learn and use, the hand
controller improves ease-of-operation and reduces
on-robot training time .
Part # 16953
(for PackBot EOD)
Part # 17839
(for PackBot (MTRS) MK1)
Single Hand Controller Kit
with Fischer Connector
For use with a previously purchased PCC and/or system
with hand controller software support enabled . Also for use
as an additional controller . Includes one hand controller,
a quick reference guide and supporting documentation .
Easy-to-learn and use, the hand controller improves
ease-of-operation and reduces on-robot training time .
Part # 17364
Audio and Video Out Cable for PCC
Converts A/V signals to three standard RCA plugs . Plugs
into standard PackBot PCC Audio Video Out connector .
Allows screen to be displayed on composite external
monitor and audio to be played over speakers . Full screen
information and audio can be recorded to external device
(camcorder, DVD recorder, VCR) in real time . Cable
approximately 2 m in length .
Part # 10636
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For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
Contr
ol Unit Accessories
Single Hand Controller Kit with USB
For use with the rugged laptop Operator Control Unit
(OCU) . Includes one hand controller, a quick reference
guide and supporting documentation . Easy-to-learn and
use, the hand controller improves operation and reduces
training time .
Part # 17384
Other Robot Accessories Available
· X-ray generator mounts and imaging solutions
· Mounts for electronic jammer systems
· Hook and line attachments and applications
Order items directly from ELP at www .elp-gmbh .de .
Route Clearance Tool Kit
Tools include a rake, scoop,
mine fork, probe and hook for
digging, probing and identifying
buried obstacles . Tools mount
to the Flipper Tool Bar Kit and
Main Ordnance Lift Kit .
(Both sold separately .)
Part # 19418
Main Ordnance Lift Kit
Supports multiple tools that
mount at rear of PackBot . It
has a large lift capacity handling
ordnance up to 155mm shells
weighing about 100 lbs (45 kg) .
Uses robot flippers to power
implements up and down .
Attaches and detaches in
seconds without the use of
tools . Main Ordnance Lift Kit
is indexable in 22 .5º increments .
Implements attach and detach
without the use of tools .
Disassembles for compact
storage space . Includes four
repositionable “Ordnance Tine”
implements . Requires Flipper
Drill Guide Kit if flippers are
not pre-drilled .
Part # 12894
Flipper Tool Bar Kit
Supports multiple tools that
mount between PackBot’s front
flippers . Uses robot flippers
to move implements up and
down with great dexterity and
strength . Attaches and detaches
in seconds without the use of
tools . Flipper Tool Bar Kit is
indexable in 22 .5º increments .
Disassembles for compact stor-
age . Includes one repositionable
“Ripper Blade” implement . Other
tools sold separately . Requires
Flipper Drill Guide Kit if flippers
are not pre-drilled .
Part # 12889
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Mounts and Disrupters
Mounts and Disrupters
Proparms 12 .5 mm
Recoilless
®
Disrupter Mount
Modular clamp system attaches
at QuickClamp Fireset and
QuickClamp Accessory Mount
to support the Proparms
12 .5 mm Recoilless Disrupter .
This mount attaches and
removes from clamp in
seconds . Order Proparms
disrupters directly from
www.proparms.com
Part # 14063
iRobot platforms support a variety of disrupters . Disrupters can be electrically
initiated or Shock Tube initiated . Contact disrupter manufacturer for details .
Electrical initiation can be provided by iRobot PackBot Safe Firing System .
Shock Tube initiation requires the Single Channel Shock Tube Initiator .
Note: Robots incapable of firing disrupters due to their original configurations can be adapted to
accept disrupters. Contact iRobot for more information.
PAN Disrupter
TM
Mount
Allows easy installation of the PAN Disrupter on Link 2 of
the iRobot 510 PackBot . Gas shock absorbers dissipate recoil
when the disrupter is fired, ensuring robot safety and minimal
recoil . QuickClamp Accessory Mount is required for installation .
Firing the PAN Disrupter also requires Single Channel Shock Tube
Initiator . Percussion-Actuated Non-electric (PAN) Disrupter is
available from Ideal Products Inc . at 859 .255 .7738 .
Part # 17955
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
PeraDis
®
.45 Caliber
Recoilless Water Disrupter
Initiated by a spring loaded
firing pin, unlike other designs
that use electrically initiated
cartridges . Consequently,
avoid EMC problems, the safety
concerns with regards to air
transport and the high storage
cost of electrical initiated
cartridges . Sold directly from
ELP and warranty information is
provided by the manufacturer .
Visit www .elp-gmbh .de
Single Channel Shock
Tube Initiator
Gives users the ability to initiate
shock tube from the firing circuit on
the Safe Firing System . Attaches
to the head-mounted QuickClamp
Fireset . Mounts and dismounts
from robot in seconds . Good for
10,000 shots . For disrupters that
require shock tube initiation such
as PAN disrupters .
Part # 16637
Proparms 20 mm
Recoilless
®
Disrupter Mount
Modular clamp system attaches
at QuickClamp Accessory
Mount to the Proparms 20 mm
Recoilless Disrupter . QuickClamp
Accessory Mount is required to
install this disrupter mount .
Attaches and removes from
clamp in seconds . Order
Proparms disrupters directly
from
www.proparms.com
Part # 14064
Richmond Recoilless
Disrupter Mount
Attaches at QuickClamp
Accessory Mount . Includes
two integrated lasers for
sighting . This mount attaches
and detaches from clamp in
seconds . Supports Richmond
RE12-12, RE50-28 M2 and
RE70 M3 . Quick Clamp
Accessory Mount is required
to install this disrupter mount .
Order disrupters directly from
www.richmondeei.co.uk
Part # 14111
PAN Disrupter
TM
Mount
CMD Spool Kit
Allows the operator to place a
charge, then back off to a safe
standoff distance before firing
the device using the safe
firing circuit . Guide bail keeps
firing cable (25m) outspooling
smoothly . Spool attaches and
removes from mount in seconds
without tools . Mount attaches
to the QuickClamp Fireset for
compatible robots .
Part # 13647
Safe Firing System Key
or Code Plug Kit
Key is interchangeable with
original PackBot EOD or
PackBot 510 with EOD Kit key .
No reprogramming required .
Insert key in firing circuit and
use as normal . Includes
iRobot-logo lanyard .
Part # 12126
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BB-2590/U Battery
Charger, 8 Bay, High Rate
Portable battery charger for field
or depot use . Charges 8 batteries
in 8 hours or less with easy-to-
follow LED lighting sequences .
(Accommodates four charger
adapters, each with 2 slots .
Charges 2 batteries simultane-
ously, with 6 batteries in queue .)
Charges and maintains a variety
of batteries using the appropriate
mating adapter . Charging system
is upgradeable in the field or a
desktop environment through the
RS232 port and a computer link .
(Note: Requires four Dual
BB-2590/U Battery Charger
Adapters - Part # 4180844 .)
Part # 18587
Power Accessories
Power Accessories
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
Dual BB-2590/U Battery
Charger Adapter
Used with the appropriate
battery charger, adapter charges
one or two BB-2590/U batteries
in 3 .5 hours or less . Adapter
required for use with the
BB-2590/U Battery Charger,
Dual, High Rate (Part # 18586)
and BB-2590/U Battery Charger,
8 Bay, High Rate (Part # 18587) .
Part # 4180844
BB-2590/U Battery
Charger, Single,
Low Rate
Single-station battery charger
for BB-2590/U batteries . Charges
BB-2590/U within 10 hours .
Part # 18584
BB-2590/U Battery
Charger, Single,
Medium Rate
Single-station battery charger can
be powered from 115/230 Vac,
50/60 Hz mains power or from
12Vdc automotive power sources .
Unit charges BB-2590/U in six
hours or less .
Part # 18585
BB-2590/U Battery
Charger, Dual, High Rate
Portable battery charger designed
for field or depot use . Charges
two batteries simultaneously
in 3 hours or less with easy to
follow LED lighting sequences .
Charges and maintains the range
of military communication and
electronic (CE) batteries using
designated adapter . Charging
system is upgradeable in the field
or a lab environment through the
RS232 port . (Note: Requires one
Dual BB-2590/U Battery Charger
Adapter - Part # 4180844 .)
Part # 18586
BB-2590/U Lithium
Battery
Rechargeable, 24V lithium ion
battery with state-of-charge
display . Use of two BB-2590/U
batteries per cradle recommended
for optimum performance . Check
with shipper for domestic and
international shipping guidelines .
(Some robots also require the
BB-2590/U Battery Retrofit
Kit – Part # 18616 .)
Part # 4151798
RCV BB-2590/U Battery
Retrofit Kit
Retrofits PackBot robots
enabling use of the BB-2590/U
Lithium ion rechargeable
battery in current use . Plug-and-
play kit includes a cradle that
accommodates two batteries .
Use of two BB-2590/U batteries
recommended for optimum
performance . BB-2590/U
batteries not included .
Part # 18616
Inverter 12/24 Volt for
PCC
Allows mobile operation of the
PCC without batteries . PCC is
powered by 12 Volt or 24 Volt
on-board vehicle power source .
Includes a car/truck connect-
ing cable (plugs into cigarette
lighter), a PCC connecting
cable, and one inverter . Accord-
ing to CE Directive 93/68/EEC,
the device bears the CE-Label .
Sold directly from ELP and war-
ranty information is provided by
the manufacturer .
Visit www .elp-gmbh .de
AC Adapter Kit
for PCC
Produces regulated 24 Volts
for PCC external power .
Kit includes AC adapter that
accepts 120-240 AC Voltage
input range . Plugs into
standard PCC external
24 Volt DC-in connector .
Modular cord set allows
adaptation to local mains .
Part # 13618
DC Power Cable
for PCC
Allows PCC to be powered
directly by 24 Volt military
vehicles . 3m long cable
allows flexible cable routing .
Plugs into standard PCC .
External 24 Volt DC-in
connector . Uses
tinned leads .
Part # 12128
AC Power Cable
for PCC
Adapts to your MicroCharger
Power Cable to allow you to
power the PCC from an AC
wall outlet .
Part # 12129
Includes cable only;
AC Adapter not included.
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Communications Accessories
2 .4 GHz Radio
OCU Module
Enables compatibility between the
2 .4 GHz radio and the Operator
Control Unit . Includes 2 .4 GHz
Radio OCU module and antenna .
Part # 4187446
(for PackBot 510 configurations)
4 .9 GHz Communications
Package for Laptop OCU
Includes 4 .9 GHz radio payload
with integral antenna that fits in
the PackBot payload bay and ex-
ternal radio with integral antenna
that mounts to the outside of OCU
Part # 4182668
(for PackBot 510 configurations)
2 .4 GHz Long Range
Antenna Kit
Increases PackBot’s wireless
radio communications from
~300m to ~800m (line of sight) .
Uses two high-gain directional
antennas . Two 3 .5m antenna
cables included . Waterproof
and dustproof design . Cables
screw onto standard PCC
antenna connectors .
Vehicle Mounted Antenna
Versatile clamp attaches
antenna to military vehicles and
structures . Disassembles into
compact transportable modules .
Elevates antennas 2 .5m above
clamp mounting point .
Part # 9484
Tripod Mounted Antenna
Includes tripod with
adjustable legs .
Part # 13971
CommSelect
TM
5140 Kit
Communications link providing
improved radio performance
that is less susceptible to
interference from sources of
2 .4 GHz noise . Includes radio
payload with integral antenna
that fits in the PackBot payload
bay and external radio with
integral antenna that mounts
to the outside of PCC .
Part # 4153795
Power Accessories
For more information or a quote, contact iRobot at sales@irobot.com or toll-free in the U.S. at
888.776.2687. International customers, call +(1) 781.430.3090.
Universal SmartSpool™
Fiber Optic Spooler
Allows operator to drive robot with
fiber optic cable . Includes 820 ft .
(520m) of optical fiber, automatic
payout and rewind to minimize
tangle and excess tension .
Software may be required .
Part # 18335
Fiber-Ethernet Converter
Box and OCU Fiber
Module
Enables compatibility between
the Universal SmartSpool™ Fiber
Optic Spooler and the Operator
Control Unit .
Part # 4180888
(for PackBot 510 configurations)
Image shown is for OCU
Fiber Module.
GS-07F-9221S
NiCad Battery Pack
with LCD Battery
Power Display
Compatible with all PackBot
robots and selected robot
control units, such as
the PCC .
Part # 11076
NiCad Battery
Strap Kit
Increases run time of the
PackBot by allowing
installation of additional
NiCad batteries in one
(or both) of the two rear
battery ports . (One kit per
battery required .)
Part # 8009
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
for MicroCharger
Allows direct connection of the
MicroCharger to the on-board
vehicle power source, whether
it’s 12 Volt or 24 Volt . 2 meter
connecting cable allows flexible
cable routing . Includes 2
connecting cables . Sold
directly from ELP and warranty
information is provided by
the manufacturer .
Visit www .elp-gmbh .de
GS-07F-9221S
Single
MicroCharger Kit
Charges NiCad Battery Pack .
Charger housing employs
dustproof / waterproof design .
24 Volt DC input option for
military vehicle installation .
Indicator LEDs provide charger
status . AC Adapter accepts
120 - 240 AC Voltage input
range . Modular cord set allows
adaptation to local mains .
Mounting tabs allow charger
housing to be positively
secured . Kit includes case .
Part # 12863
Dual
MicroCharger Kit
Charges NiCad Battery Pack .
Charger housing employs
dustproof / waterproof design .
24 Volt DC input option for
military vehicle installation .
Indicator LEDs provide charger
status . AC Adapter accepts
120 - 240 AC Voltage input
range . Modular cord set
allows adaptation to local
mains . Mounting tabs allow
charger housing to be
positively secured .
Kit includes case .
Part # 13086
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Developer Accessories
Programming Tether
Custom Ethernet and
Serial cable for interfacing
with PackBot .
Part # 5606
Single Wide Payload Tub Kit
Includes a plastic tub that spans
a single payload slot in the rear
of any PackBot chassis; cover
plate; internal mounting plate for
securing payload components;
integrated payload connector and
Paybreak Light Kit that provide
standard access to PackBot
interfaces; and a full set of spares .
Part # 4131560
Double Wide Payload Tub Kit
Includes a plastic tub that spans
two payload slots in the rear
of any PackBot chassis; cover
plate; internal mounting plate for
securing payload components;
integrated payload connector and
Paybreak Light Kit that provide
standard access to PackBot
interfaces; and a full set of spares .
Part # 4131240
Triple Wide Payload Tub Kit
Includes an aluminum tub that
spans all three payload slots in the
rear of any PackBot chassis; cover
plate; internal mounting plate for
securing payload components;
integrated payload connector and
Paybreak Light Kit that provide
standard access to PackBot
interfaces; and a full set of spares .
Part # 4131243
AC Power Adapter Kit
Designed to facilitate rapid
development on PackBot . Kit
includes an AC power source
that plugs into the side-pod
payload bay connector usually
used by the NiCad battery .
Part # 13808
Product Training
iRobot offers a wide range of flexible and targeted training support packages
designed to meet the training needs of our customers . Taught by iRobot master
trainers, training courses are designed to meet all levels of operator experience .
Training is conducted at iRobot’s corporate training center in Bedford,
Massachusetts, USA, or off-site at a location chosen by the customer .
Training courses include comprehensive course materials (CBT, etc .) and cover
product overviews, robot operation, hands-on exercises and training guides .
Topics include operator skills, level 3 (intermediate) maintenance, user
maintenance and refresher courses . Train-the-Trainer certification,
multi-media support products and tailored classes are also available .
For more information, contact: training@irobot .com
Product Support
iRobot offers product support by telephone, e-mail and on the web .
• Spare parts and accessories –
A full line of spare parts and
accessories is available to keep your robots working .
• Depot repairs and upgrades –
Extensive services ensure your
robots are properly repaired and equipped with the latest
features and functionality .
• Technical support –
Get fast answers to your technical questions
by telephone, e-mail, or on the web .
• Support website –
Download product manuals, maintenance
information, technical support bulletins, answers to Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ’s) and more .
• Customer training –
iRobot provides a wide range of
training support programs .
For questions, contact iRobot Support at packbot-support@irobot .com
or by telephone at 781 .430 .3030 .
Developer accessories and services are intended to support third-party technical
development and the productization of the resulting work . iRobot views collaboration
with external developers as an essential way to provide a broad range of new
capabilities to warfighters and first responders .
Note: Several Developer Support Packages are available. Packages include a block of engineering support time,
documentation, robot models and interface descriptions. For more information, contact devsupport@irobot.com
Paybreak Light Kit
Designed to speed
development on PackBot by
providing standard electrical
interfaces to the system .
The Paybreak Light Kit
provides Ethernet, Regulated
5V and 12V, Unregulated
18-30V and two NTSC
video channels .
Part # 4131242
iRobot:
The
Robot Company
iRobot is a global leader in practical robots . Founded in 1990, iRobot designs and builds tactical mobile robots
that provide enhanced situational awareness and increase mission success for warfighters and first responders .
With nearly two decades of leadership in the robot industry, iRobot remains committed to establishing
platforms for invention and discovery, building key partnerships to develop mission-critical payloads and
delivering robots that improve the standards of safety and living worldwide .
This literature has been compiled for worldwide circulation. While general information, pictures and descriptions are provided, some illustrations and text may include product options
and accessories NOT AVAILABLE in all regions. iRobot reserves the right to change specification, design and price of the products described in this literature without notice. These items
may be on the USML and require Department of State export license.
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