SENSYS MagDrone R1 UAV Magnetometer
The SENSYS MagDrone R1 is an ultra-portable single-sensor fluxgate magnetometer that attaches to almost any UAV with at least 1 kg of payload. Its rigid, self-folding mount — rather than a suspension cord — lets the drone fly extremely low, just a few dozen centimetres above the surface, and even brush the ground or vegetation without risking a crash. That makes it ideal for detecting small ferrous targets such as UXO over vegetated ground, locating buried pipes and cables, and archaeological prospection.
Magnetometer SENSYS MagDrone R1
Fly low, fly safe — rigid foldable mount
Magnetometer surveys rely on flying as low as possible; for UXO search the recommended altitude is 1 m or lower. The MagDrone R1’s rigid, self-folding mount makes low-level flight practical and forgiving — a ground or vegetation touch will not bring the aircraft down — and simplifies take-off and landing compared with cable-suspended sensors. A terrain-following system is recommended for true low-altitude survey.
High-rate fluxgate data, SkyHub-logged
The FGM3D/75 triaxial fluxgate sensor samples at 200–1,000 Hz across a ±75,000 nT dynamic range, with a live data stream to the ground station. The R1 has no internal recorder and is powered by the drone, so it pairs with the SkyHub onboard computer for logging. Process results in-field with GeoHammer Pro, or in Seequent Oasis montaj for large projects.
Applications
Searching for UXO (unexploded ordnance), locating buried infrastructure such as metal pipes and shielded/power cables, archaeology, and surveying for ferrous objects of a few hundred grams or heavier lying underground.
UXO & Detection Note
The system detects ferrous targets ranging from hand grenades (e.g. an estimated 0.5 m sensor-target distance for an F1 grenade) up to large UXO such as aerial bombs at a few metres. Magnetometers detect only items with a considerable amount of ferrous metal and cannot detect most modern landmines; the system must never be used to confirm the absence of landmines or ordnance, but is a valuable asset in Non-Technical or Technical Survey to confirm the presence of ferrous UXO.
Service & Warranty
Supplied by GulfNet Emirates Drone & Robotic Systems with UAE-based technical support, integration guidance and full manufacturer warranty. The MagDrone R1 requires the SkyHub onboard computer and additional components for drone operation — request a quote and our team will propose the complete, ready-to-fly magnetometer bundle, including a terrain-following system.
Key Specifications
| Sensor designation | FGM3D/75 |
| Number of sensors | 1 |
| Sensor technology | Fluxgate, triaxial |
| Sampling rate | 200 – 1,000 Hz |
| Dynamic range | ±75,000 nT |
| Live data stream to ground | Yes |
| Mount | Self-foldable rigid mount (not a suspension cord) |
| Power | Supplied from the drone (no internal battery) |
| Data recording | Requires the SkyHub onboard computer (no internal recorder) |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Ingress protection | IP52 |
| Supported drones | DJI M400 / M350 RTK / M300 RTK, Inspired Flight IF800 / IF1200A, or similar (min. 1 kg payload) |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Size | Folded 818 × 185 × 80 mm; unfolded 1174 × 567 × 80 mm |
| In the kit | MagDrone R1 magnetometer, MagDrone Data Tool software, transport hard case |
| SKU | IS-SENSYS-MAGDRONE-R1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which drones can carry the MagDrone R1?
Almost any UAV with at least 1 kg of payload, including the DJI M400, M350 RTK and M300 RTK, and Inspired Flight IF800 / IF1200A. At only 0.7 kg it has minimal impact on flight time.
Why a rigid mount instead of a cable?
The self-folding rigid mount allows very low flight (down to a couple of dozen centimetres) and tolerates contact with the ground or vegetation without crashing — important for small-target UXO search — while making take-off and landing far simpler than suspension-cord sensors.
Does it record data on board?
No. The R1 has no internal recorder and is powered by the drone, so it requires the SkyHub onboard computer with data-logging software. Request a quote for the complete set.
Can it be used to clear landmines?
No. It detects only ferrous-rich items and cannot detect most modern landmines, so it must never be used to confirm the absence of mines or ordnance. It is suitable for confirming the presence of ferrous UXO during survey work.
What software processes the data?
GeoHammer Pro for fast in-field processing, and Seequent Oasis montaj for large-scale or complex projects. The MagDrone Data Tool is included.
