Leica Geosystems has just unveiled the Leica TS20, and it’s being hailed as the most significant advancement in total station technology in 27 years. This robotic total station is designed to redefine productivity, accuracy, and connectivity for surveyors worldwide.
Why this is a big deal
- Built on Linux: Around 20 seconds startup. This represents a significant departure from Windows, offering enhanced reliability and speed. Hopefully, an insight into things to come.
- IP66 Rated: The world's first robotic total station with an IP66 rating, the TS20 is protected against dust and water.
- 300% Faster Motor: BLDC technology provides Fast and maintenance-free operation
- PowerSearch 25% faster, 66% farther
- 60% Faster EDM: new electronic distance measurement (EDM) system: delivers distances with higher frequency
- Reflectorless: 60% Farther distance and is now available with a Class 2 laser, offering a range of 800m, or a Class 3 laser with a 1,600m range.
- AP20 Improvements: 2x Faster initialization
- AI-Powered Automation: The TS20 is the first Leica total station with an integrated NPU providing on-device AI, enabling faster measurements, automatic prism detection, and intelligent target aiming—even in challenging conditions.
- Imagery: 300% Increase in megapixels with 2000% faster image capture with HDR
- Future-Ready: Equipped with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), the TS20 is designed for continuous software upgrades, ensuring it evolves with your needs.
