Method 1: directly onto the housing
The LightWare rangefinder housing has two 3.1 mm diameter holes (22 mm separation), which can be used for mounting directly onto an airframe or into an enclosure. The lens section has a ridge for landing and sealing purposes.
Some customers glue Velcro onto the lid section on the back of the unit, and fix it to their airframe. Use zip ties to secure.
Method 2: use a mounting bracket
These products can be mounted using a purchased 725-28920 aluminium stand kit.
Mount using a 3D printed mounting bracket from our library.
Mounting orientation
Rangefinders can be mounted with a vertical or horizontal lens orientation.
They can be mounted in a downward facing orientation for altimetery / terrain following / precision landing applications. For terrain following, angle the rangefinder to reduce lag time in reaction. The angle depends on the speed traveled and the overall system lag, but should be between 20 and 45 degrees.
They can be mounted forward facing orientation for sense and avoid / position hold applications.
Precautions
Do not mount the rangefinder within the cavity of the airframe, rather mount it directly at the surface boundary. This can prevent beam divergence from causing false readings in short range distances, or out of range conditions.
Ensure that nothing is in the path of the laser beam.
Ensure that no shiny or highly reflective surfaces are near the path of the beam.
Secure the cable with zip ties to protect it from pulling on the connnectors.
