Drone Parts Center offers a complete selection of drone payloads and professional gimbals to optimize your specialized aerial missions. Our drone sensor systems cover all domains: LiDAR mapping, thermal inspection, surveillance, photogrammetry and advanced industrial applications.

Types of Professional Drone Payloads

LiDAR Payloads for 3D Mapping

Our LiDAR payloads revolutionize aerial mapping and remote sensing. These embedded sensors generate high-precision point clouds for 3D modeling, topography and environmental monitoring.

LiDAR characteristics:

• Precision: ±2cm in elevation, ±5cm in planimetry
• Range: 100-500m depending on model and conditions
• Frequency: 240,000 to 1,000,000 points/second
• Applications: Topography, forestry, archaeology, BIM

Thermal Cameras and Inspection

The thermal cameras integrated in our stabilized payloads excel in thermal inspection of buildings, industrial installations and energy networks.

Thermal specifications:

• Resolution: 640×512 to 1280×1024 pixels
• Sensitivity: <0.05°C NETD for precise detection
• Temperature range: -40°C to +2000°C depending on sensor
• Applications: Energy audit, predictive maintenance, security

Stabilized Camera Gimbals

Our camera gimbals with 3-axis stabilization guarantee aerial shots of exceptional sharpness for photogrammetry and audiovisual production.

Stabilization technologies:

• 3-axis stabilization: Pitch, roll, yaw compensation
• Precision: ±0.01° for perfect stability
• Compatible cameras: 4K, 6K, interchangeable sensors
• Modes: Follow, FPV, Lock, POI (Point of Interest)

Multispectral and Environmental Sensors

The multispectral sensors embedded in our drone payloads revolutionize precision agriculture and environmental monitoring.

Specialized sensors:

• Multispectral: 5-10 spectral bands for agriculture
• Hyperspectral: 100+ bands for advanced research
• Gas detection: CO2, methane, atmospheric pollutants
• Radiometry: Radiation detection, nuclear safety

Stabilization and Control Technologies

Advanced Gimbal Systems

Our professional gimbals integrate cutting-edge technologies for optimal mechanical stabilization and electronic control, guaranteeing the quality of collected data.

Stabilization components:

• High-precision IMU: 6-axis gyroscopes and accelerometers
• Brushless motors: Instant response, high torque
• Predictive algorithms: Movement anticipation
• Shock absorbers: Motor and propeller vibration isolation

Mounting and Integration Systems

The mounting systems of our drone payloads adapt to major DJI platforms with quick and secure installation.

Platform compatibility:

• DJI Matrice: 300 RTK, 350 RTK, 400, 30/30T
• DJI Inspire: 2, 3, Zenmuse compatibility
• Custom platforms: Universal adapters available

Professional Applications of Drone Payloads

Mapping and Topography

Aerial mapping with our LiDAR payloads and high-resolution cameras revolutionizes topographic surveys, offering unmatched precision and speed.

Mapping applications:

• Topography: Terrain surveys, contour lines, DTM/DSM
• Cadastre: Parcel delimitation, plan updates
• BIM: 3D building modeling, as-built
• Archaeology: Site prospection, heritage documentation

Inspection and Industrial Maintenance

Thermal inspection and visual control with our stabilized payloads optimizes predictive maintenance and reduces human intervention risks.

Industrial inspections:

• Energy: Power lines, solar panels, wind turbines
• Petrochemicals: Refineries, pipelines, flares
• Infrastructure: Bridges, dams, telecommunication towers
• Buildings: Facades, roofs, thermal insulation

Security and Surveillance

Our surveillance payloads equipped with day/night cameras and LED projectors transform drones into mobile security platforms.

Security applications:

• Perimeter surveillance: Sensitive sites, events
• Search and rescue: Victim location, lighting
• Emergency intervention: Risk assessment, coordination
• Maritime security: Coastal surveillance, pollution

Activity Sectors and Specialized Applications

Precision Agriculture

Precision agriculture benefits from our multispectral sensors to optimize yields, reduce inputs and monitor crop health.

Construction and Civil Engineering

The construction sector uses our drone payloads for site monitoring, quality control and as-built documentation.

Energy and Utilities

Energy companies rely on our solutions for infrastructure inspection, predictive maintenance and environmental monitoring.

Environment and Research

Environmental monitoring and scientific research exploit our specialized sensors for ecological studies and pollution monitoring.

Technical Specifications and Performance

Weight and Autonomy Characteristics

Our drone payloads are optimized to minimize impact on autonomy while maximizing capture performance.

Weight range:

• Light payloads: 200-500g for compact drones
• Standard payloads: 500g-2kg for common applications
• Heavy payloads: 2-5kg for high-performance sensors
• Autonomy impact: 10-30% depending on load and conditions

Precision and Data Quality

The precision of our stabilization systems guarantees the quality of collected data for demanding professional applications.

Stabilization performance:

• Angular precision: ±0.01° under normal conditions
• Vibration compensation: 5-2000Hz filtering
• Response time: <10ms for corrections
• Operating range: ±90° all axes

Installation and Configuration

Mounting and Calibration

Installation of our drone payloads is simplified by standardized mounting systems and automated calibration procedures.

Control Interface

Intuitive control interfaces enable precise gimbal control and capture mode configuration according to missions.

Frequently Asked Questions about Drone Payloads

Which payload to choose according to my application?

The choice depends on your mission: LiDAR for 3D mapping, thermal for inspection, multispectral for agriculture, camera gimbal for audiovisual. Our team advises according to your specific needs.

Are these payloads compatible with my drone?

Our drone payloads are compatible with major DJI platforms: Matrice 300 RTK, 350 RTK, 400, 30/30T, Inspire 2 and 3. Universal adapters enable integration on custom drones. Check your drone’s maximum payload capacity.

What impact on flight autonomy?

Impact varies according to payload weight: 10-15% for light payloads, 20-30% for heavy sensors. Aerodynamic optimization of our payloads minimizes additional consumption.

How to calibrate and maintain this equipment?

Initial calibration is automated via software. Recommended maintenance: mounting checks, optics cleaning, firmware updates. Technical training included with each professional payload.

What precision can I expect?

Precision depends on the sensor: LiDAR ±2cm, photogrammetry ±5cm, thermal ±0.05°C. 3-axis stabilization guarantees measurement repeatability for metrological applications.

Customer Service and Technical Support

Advice and Configuration

Our expert team guides you in choosing your drone payloads, optimal configuration and integration with your existing workflows.

Training and Certification

Complete training included: installation, calibration, advanced control, preventive maintenance. Pilot certification for specialized payloads available.

Fast Benelux Delivery

Drone Parts Center ensures fast and secure delivery of your professional payloads in Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. 24/7 technical support for critical missions.

Discover our complete range of drone payloads and professional gimbals. Our specialized sensor systems transform your drone into a high-precision measurement platform for all your professional applications.