Powerbox PBS-Vario Climb Rate and Altitude Sensor

Description

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.

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.

Powerbox PBS-Vario 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

Powerbox PBS-Vario 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