SOMAG Gyrostabilized Mounts

ClearSkies Geomatics offers state-of-the-art SOMAG Gyrostabilized Mounts that combine traditional physics with modern electronics. SOMAG AG Jena is a world-renowned company that develops and manufactures Gyro Stabilization Devices to carry airborne, land and marine sensors. ClearSkies Geomatics is proud to offer the sale of these devices in North America.
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GSM 4000 - Gyro Stabilization Mount
The GSM 4000 is the flagship of the airborne product line and was developed for large format sensors. SOMAG‘s largest three axes gimbal is extremely powerful with a payload up to 120 kg. The control panel on top of the mount guarantees user-friendly handling. The USB port allows you to connect the device with the SOMAG Mount Control App.
Key Features


Field of Application

Vexcel UltraCam‘s
Application Examples

Riegl LiDAR‘s

Teledyne Optech LiDAR‘s
IGI Mapping Systems
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±8.8°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±7.0°
Yaw (Drift)
≤±25.0°
Residual Angular Rate1
≤0.02° /s rms
Residual Deviation1
With IMU support2
≤0.02° rms
Without IMU support (with “Performance Boost” feature)
≤0.3° rms
Mass
29 kg
Payload3
10...120 kg
Usable Diameter
Ø410 mm
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Length
615 mm
Width
530 mm
Height4
175 mm
Interface
RS 232 / USB
Operational Voltage
28 VDC (24...30 VDC)
Power Consumption at 28 VDC
50 W rms / Peak 180 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
15 Amp Fuse
Operating Temperature
-20 °C...+60 °C
Storage Temperature
-55 °C...+85 °C
Gimbal System
Hydraulic Gimbal System
Applied
RTCA DO-160G, EUROCAE-14G,
Standards
ISO 7137, 2006/42/EC Machinery
- Vehicle angular motion <10° /s with typical data acquisition profile frequency spectrum
- Residual deviation depends on accuracy of used IMU
- Minimum payload is based on usage of Passive Vibration Isolation Ring
- Minimum: 149.5 mm / Maximum: 200.5 mm
DSM 400 - Dynamic Stabilization Mount
Cost efficient and medium modular stabilization devices gain more importance. For this case we developed the DSM 400, a high class Gyro Mount for medium format cameras and sensors. The Mount comes with a new simplified and redesigned con- trol panel. The panel includes one FMS port and an USB port to connect with our SOMAG Mount Control App.
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±10.5°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±10.5°
Yaw (Drift)
≤±25.0°
Residual Angular Rate1
≤0.5° /s rms
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
With IMU support2
≤0.08° rms
Without IMU support (with “Performance Boost” feature)
≤0.3° rms
Mass
14 kg
Payload3
5...35 kg
Usable Diameter
Ø270 mm
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Length
460 mm
Width
430 mm
Height4
165 mm
Interface
RS 232 / USB
Operational Voltage
28 VDC (24...30 VDC)
Power Consumption at 28 VDC
30 W rms / Peak 120 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
15 Amp Fuse
Operating Temperature
-15°C...+55 °C
Storage Temperature
-15 °C...+55 °C
Gimbal System
Electromechanical Gimbal System
Applied
RTCA DO-160G, EUROCAE-14G,
Standards
ISO 7137, 2006/42/EC Machinery
- Vehicle angular motion <10° /s with typical data acquisition profile frequency spectrum
- Residual deviation depends on accuracy of used IMU
- Minimum payload is based on usage of Passive Vibration Isolation Ring
- Minimum: 131 mm / Maximum: 199 mm
CSM 40 - Compact Stabilization Mount
The CSM 40 is part of our new Mount generation, which is extra small and cost efficient. The compact design and highly functional modularity enable a powerful mounting system, which is particularly suitable for ultralight aircraft and drones. Like all SOMAG airborne Mounts, the CSM 40 offers a control panel and can also be connected to the SOMAG Mount Control App.
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±15.0°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±15.0°
Yaw (Drift)
≤±25.0°
Residual Angular Rate1
≤0.5° /s rms
Residual Deviation1
With IMU support2
≤0.08° rms
Without IMU support (with “Performance Boost” feature)
≤0.3° rms
Mass
5.2 kg
Payload
0...15 kg
Usable Diameter
Ø130 mm
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Length
290 mm
Width
275 mm
Height3
121 mm
Interface
RS 232 / USB
Operational Voltage
28 VDC (24...30 VDC)
Power Consumption at 28 VDC
30 W rms / Peak 90 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
5 Amp Fuse
Operating Temperature
-15 °C...+55 °C
Storage Temperature
-40 °C...+85 °C
Gimbal System
Electromechanical Gimbal System
Applied
RTCA DO-160G, EUROCAE-14G,
Standards
ISO 7137, 2006/42/EC Machinery
- Vehicle angular motion <10° /s with typical data acquisition profile frequency spectrum
- Residual deviation depends on accuracy of used IMU
- Payload installation level: 110 mm / Minimum: 86 mm / Maximum: 134 mm
OSM 4000 - Offshore Stabilization Mount
SOMAG AG Jena's latest development - the OSM 4000 combines power with versatility . A combination of high-power engines and a hydraulic gimbal system enables the Mount to lift an unprecedented payload up to 160 kilos. The weatherproof design makes this device extremely ruggedized. Even harsh conditions set no limits to its functionality and precise performance.

Key Features
Fields of Application

Application Examples
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±10.0°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±13.0°
Yaw (Drift)
no drift correction
Residual Angular Rate1
≤0.5° /s rms
Residual Deviation1
With IMU support2
≤0.2° rms
Without IMU support (with “Performance Boost” feature)
≤0.5° rms
Mass
39 kg
Payload
0...160 kg
Usable Mounting Space
Ø600 mm
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Diameter
Ø665 mm
Height3
236.5 mm
Interface
RS 422 / USB
Operational Voltage
28 VDC (24...30 VDC)
Power Consumption4 at 28 VDC
100 W rms / Peak 650 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
20 Amp Fuse
Operating Temperature
-15 °C (optional -35°C)...+55 °C
Storage Temperature
-55 °C...+85 °C
Gimbal System
Hydraulic Gimbal System
Applied
RTCA DO-160G, EUROCAE-14G,
Standards
ISO 7137, 2006/42/EC Machinery
- Vehicle angular motion <10° /s with typical data acquisition profile frequency spectrum
- Residual deviation depends on accuracy of used IMU
- Minimum: 199 mm / Maximum: 274 mm
- Without wind force / average power consumption with wind force (200 Nm) = 225 W
NSM 400 - Nautical Stabilization Mount
The NSM 400 is the latest innovation in the SOMAG Mount portfolio and a medium-sized device between RSM 400 and OSM 4000. With a mounting space of Ø409 mm the gyro stabilization platform offers space for antennas, radars and a wide range of sensor systems.
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±20.0°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±20.0°
Yaw (Drift)
no drift correction
Residual Deviation1
≤0.4° rms
Payload2
62.5 kg / 45 kg / 35 kg
137.8 lb / 99.2 lb / 77.1 lb
Continuous torque
125 Nm
Dynamic peak torque3
350 Nm
Mass
39 kg
72.8 lb
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Diameter
Ø486 mm / Ø19.13 in
Height
290 mm / 11.4 in
Usable Mounting Space
Ø409 mm / Ø16.1 in
IP class
IP 67
Operating Temperature
-30 °C...+55 °C
-22 °F...+131 °F
Storage Temperature
-55 °C...+85 °C
-67 °F...+185 °F
Communication Interfaces
Ethernet / RS 422 / RS232
Operational Voltage
28 VDC
Continuous Power Consumption4 at operational voltage
175 W
Peak Power Consumption4 at operational voltage
450 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
20 A
Gimbal System
Hydraulic Gimbal System
Applied Standards
IACS E10, DNV GL, BV, DIN EN IEC 60068, 2006/42/EC Machinery
*Preliminary data, subject to change
- Vehicle motion ≤±20.0° / 15° /s / 40° /s2 / small later accelerations (≤ 0.5 g) acceptable
- Possible payload weight depends on lateral acceleration and CoG of payload / shown data is based on 1.5 g lateral acceleration and a CoG payload offset to the Mount surface of: 300 mm / 400 mm / 500 mm
- Maximum duration 90 s at 55 °C surrounding temperature / longer if temperature inside the unit is < 55 °C
- Without wind force and other possible external forces
NSM 400 Stabilization Performance Test
RSM 400 - Ruggedized Stabilization Mount
The heat and cold resistant RSM 400 is specifically designed for marine and land applications to capture perfectly stabilized data in rough environments. The design of the base plate allows the adaptation of a wide range of cameras and scanners, making the device very versatile for various applications.

Key Features
Fields of Application

Application Examples

Panoramic thermal camera
Technical Specifications
Angular Stabilization Ranges1
Pitch at 0° Roll
≤±15.5°
Roll at 0° Pitch
≤±15.5°
Yaw (Drift)
no drift correction
Residual Angular Rate1
≤0.5° /s rms
Residual Deviation1
With IMU support2
≤0.2° rms
Without IMU support (with “Performance Boost” feature)
≤0.5° rms
Mass
6.6 kg
Payload
0...15 kg
(optional 25 kg)3
Usable Mounting Space
Ø286 mm
Dimensions (Regular Leveling Position)
Diameter
Ø335 mm
Height4
156.5 mm
Interface
RS 422 / USB
Operational Voltage
28 VDC (24...30 VDC)
Power Consumption at 28 VDC
70 W rms / Peak 130 W
Recommended Pre-Fuse
7.5 Amp Fuse
Operating Temperature
-15 °C (optional -35°C)...+55 °C
Storage Temperature
-40 °C...+85 °C
Gimbal System
Electromechanical Gimbal System
Applied
RTCA DO-160G, EUROCAE-14G,
Standards
ISO 7137, 2006/42/EC Machinery
- Vehicle angular motion <10° /s with typical data acquisition profile frequency spectrum
- Residual deviation depends on accuracy of used IMU
- 25 kg optional available/ movement range reduced to ≤±12.5° in Pitch and Roll, Height: 158 mm
- Minimum: 132.5 mm / Maximum: 180.5 mm