Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
Zond Aero 500 NG - Remote Robotic
SPH Engineering

Zond Aero 500 NG

  • GPR
  • Radar
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Proof of concept program

Remote Robotic helps enterprise and public-sector teams validate advanced robotics solutions—drones, UGVs, ROVs, docking systems, and sensors—through a hands-on Proof-of-Concept (POC) program.

Designed for utilities, public safety, mining, energy, and large industrial organizations that need clarity, ROI, and operational certainty before investing.

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Airborne or ground-based GPR
High-Stacking RTS Mode
Operating Bandwidth (200-900 MHz at –12 dB)
500 MHz Center Frequency
Lightweight Airborne Configuration (~2.1 kg)
Compatible with Matrice 300/350 & Terrestrial

The Zond Aero 500 is a lightweight, high-performance ground-penetrating radar (GPR) system built for both aerial and terrestrial subsurface surveys. With a 500 MHz shielded antenna and Real-Time Sampling (RTS) technology, it is designed to deliver reliable subsurface imaging for utility detection, archaeology, construction, and environment/mapping applications. 

Designed for rapid deployment on UAV platforms such as the DJI M300/M350 RTK (This model is not compatible with Matrice 400, please check out the Aero 600 model), or for ground-based scanning, the Zond Aero 500 offers versatility and ease of use for field teams.

Technical Specifications

Type

Single-channel with shielded antenna

Central Frequency

500 MHz

Operating Bandwidth

200-900 MHz (-12 dB)

Sampling

Real Time Sampling (RTS) with high hardware stacking

Samples per scan

selectable
256 / 512 / 1024 / 2048 / 4096 / 8192

Sample rate

up to 1,280,000 samples/second
(depends on hardware stacking)

Scan rate

up to 2,500 scans/s
(depends on hardware stacking)

Sample output

32-bit digital raw data

Time range per sample

selectable
71ps / 125ps / 179ps / 250ps / 500ps / 625ps / 714ps / 1ns

Depth

Up to 4 meters in average normal soil with 100ns time range

Data 

Standard Geophysical SEGY Data Format (.sgy) 
with traces geotagging

Environmental

Temperature

-20°C to 60°C internal temperature

Humidity

96% non-condensing

Ingress Protection

IP68 in a protective box (used for transportation and for ground surveys) 
IP52 in airborne variant

Mechanical

Size (L x W x H)

41 x 31 x 16 cm - airborne configuration
52 x 43 x 21 cm - in protective case

Weigh

2.1 kg - airborne configuration without a mounting kit for the drone
7.1 kg - in protective case

Battery

Airborne variant

Drone main battery is used to provide power to the GPR using standard power socket of the drone intended for payload

Ground surveys

The battery is integrated into a protective box, operating time up to 12 hours 99 W/h Li-Ion

Delivery Information

Size (L x W x H)

71 x 45 x 28 cm - carton box for delivery

Weight

10.0 kg - in cardboard box for delivery

HS Code

HS Code: 90158020 (meteorological, hydrological, geophysical instrument)

  • Zond Aero 500 NG GPR system with 500 MHz center frequency antenna
  • Prism 2 Data Acquisition/Processing software
  • Protective case (also used for ground surveys)
  • 99 W/h Li-Ion battery integrated into the case (used for ground surveys only)
  • Wi-Fi router integrated into the case (used for ground surveys only)
  • Charger
  • Tow rope for terrestrial surveys
  • Mounting kit for fixing the GPR system to the DJI M300/M350 RTK drone, mounts for other drone types can be provided upon request

Remote Robotic is a North American authorized dealer for SPH Engineering Zond Aero 500 NG.

Your purchase includes the full standard manufacturer warranty, and we also offer optional support programs to help protect your equipment and keep it performing at its best.

Learn more about Extended Care Program

Zond Aero 500 spec sheet

We offer training for all robotic solutions

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Zond Aero 500 NG FAQ

Yes — it is explicitly designed for UAV integration including the DJI M300/M350 RTK series, with mounting kit provided.

Depth is application- and ground-dependent, but the manufacturer cites up to ~4 m in average soil using a 100 ns time range.

Yes — it can be used in a ground mode via its protective case with built-in battery and WiFi, enabling terrestrial deployment.

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