CHC Navigation Unveils LT60H: A Rugged GNSS RTK Smartphone for Precision Data Collection

Shanghai, China - December 4, 2023 - CHC Navigation (CHCNAV), a global leader in GNSS technology, proudly announces the launch of the LT60H, an advanced rugged smartphone tailored for high-precision GIS data collection and outdoor operations. Featuring a survey-grade GNSS positioning module, rugged IP67-rated construction, and a sunlight-readable display, the LT60H ensures reliable centimeter-level positioning accuracy even in harsh environments.

Sans Ma, Product Manager at CHC Navigation, said, "The LT60H is a major upgrade in handheld data collection for surveyors, construction crews, asset managers, and any profession that relies on geospatial accuracy. Its rugged design, integrated high-precision GNSS technology and powerful hardware make the LT60H the ultimate tool for increasing the efficiency of a mobile workforce.”

Figure 1. CHCNAV LT60H rugged GNSS RTK smartphone.

SURVEY-GRADE ACCURACY

The LT60H integrates a high-performance GNSS positioning module that supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou constellations. With 1408 GNSS channels, a quadrifilar helix antenna, and full GNSS RTK network correction support, the LT60H achieves centimeter- to decimeter-level accuracy even in challenging conditions.

RUGGED IP67 DESIGN

The LT60H industrial-grade IP67 design ensures resistance to dust, shock, vibration, drops, water immersion and extreme temperatures. It can withstand a drop to concrete from up to 1.5 meters, ensuring data integrity in the event of an accidental drop. Its 6.3-inch Gorilla Glass display combines durability with excellent sunlight readability. With a 6000 mAh battery, the LT60H provides up to 8 hours of operation on a single charge.

Figure 2. Control points establishing and project site mapping with the LT60H.

SEAMLESS COMPATIBILITY WITH DATA COLLECTION APPS

Running on Android 12, the LT60H includes 4G, WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.1. for robust connectivity. Designed for seamless compatibility with third-party data collection apps, the LT60H enables field crews to accurately capture locations, photos, videos, measurements, and other geospatial data. The LT60H features an HD screen with over 400 DPI and 550 cd/㎡ for exceptional clarity and detail, even in sunlight. Its 5-point capacitive touch screen supports data capture with a stylus, gloves, or wet hands to accommodate a variety of operating conditions.

The LT60H rugged GNSS RTK smartphone is an all-in-one solution to boost productivity for site layout and surveying, GIS data collection, utility asset management and other applications that require high-precision location data.

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About CHC Navigation

CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) creates innovative mapping, navigation, and positioning solutions to make customers' work more efficient. CHCNAV products and solutions cover multiple industries such as geospatial, construction, agriculture, and marine. With a presence across the globe, distributors in more than 120 countries, and more than 1,700 employees, CHC Navigation is recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in geomatics technologies today.