Global Positioning System (GPS) Rentals
Whether you’re looking to perform advanced GIS data collection with submeter accuracy, or simply to map and store coordinates, we have multiple GPS rental models to choose from appropriate for any task.
We also carry surveying equipment.
Trimble GeoXH
Submeter GPS with TerraSync Standard GIS Software
Featured GPS Rental
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One of our more powerful GPS rental instruments, the GeoXH is easy to use and recommended whenever submeter or subfoot accuracy is required. Highly accurate, the GeoXH is a GIS data collection device capable of submeter results in real time. The GeoXH is based on a powerful Windows Mobile computer allowing unlimited software options for use in the field. Addtionally, H-Star technology allows subfoot accuracy with post processing and even shows you the accuracy levels you can expect later while your taking real time measurements. Data transfer is made easy with multiple connectivity options like Bluetooth, Wifi, USB, and an SD card slot. The GeoXH is rugged, field ready, and its Li-Ion battery can operate the device for an entire workday. All of our GeoXH rental instruments even include TerraSync Standard GIS data collection software.
Ranges
- GPS
- Channels 12
- Update rate 1 Hz
- Time to first fix ~ 30 seconds
- Accuracy real time SBAS < 1 m
- Accuracy code postprocessed < 1 m
- Accuracy H-Star postprocessed 30 cm
- Accuracy carrier postprocessed 1 cm
Features
- Highly accurate GIS data collection
- Terrasync standard
- Real time SBAS including WAAS in North America
- Real time correction support
- NMEA and TSIP support
- EVEREST multipath rejection technology
- Rugged and water resistant
- Backlit outdoor color touch screen display
- Flash data storage
- SD card slot
- Bluetooth
- WiFi
- Windows 5.0 mobile
- Microphone and speaker
- PC interface
Specifications
- Flash storage 512 MB
- Input power rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Runtime 8 hours
- PC interface USB
- Wifi 802.11b
- Bluetooth host and client serial port and object push
- Bluetooth client dial up networking
- Bluetooth host file transfer
- Operating temperature 14 to 122°F
- IP rating 54
- Dimensions 8.5″ x 3.9″ x 3:
- Weight 1.8 lbs
Topcon GMS-2
Submeter GPS with TopSurv GIS Software
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The GMS-2 is a powerful GPS unit for GIS datacollection or any application requiring real time submeter accuracy. It’s powerful 50 channel receiver is capable of using both the US GPS system and the Russian Glonass system simultaneously. Based on a windows CE handheld computer platform, these powerful instruments also include an integrated digital camera and bluetooth connectivity to various devices. Every Topcon GMS-2 rental includes TopSURV GIS software and Topcon Tools.
Ranges
- GPS
- Channels 50
- Update rate 1 Hz
- Time to first fix ~ 10 seconds warm, 60 seconds cold
- Accuracy real time SBAS < 1 meter
- Accuracy postprocessed < 1 cm
Features
- 50 channel GPS receiver for accurate GIS data collection
- Simultaneously uses the US GPS system and the Russian Glonass System
- Real time SBAS including WAAS and EGNOS
- Includes TopSURV GIS software
- Rechargeable battery
- PC interface
- External antenna connector
- Bluetooth
- Integrated digital camera
- Integrated compass
- Large color LCD touchscreen
- Flash data storage
- Rugged dust proof and water resistant enclosure
Specifications
- Flash storage 256 MB
- Input power rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Runtime 7 hours
- PC interface USB, RS232, and Bluetooth
- Operating temperature -4 to 122°F
- IP rating 66
- Dimensions 7.8″ x 3.5″ x 1.8″
- Weight 1.6 lbs
Magellan Explorist XL
Handheld GPS
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One of our two available Magellan handheld GPS rental options, the Explorist XL is a 14 channel GPS receiver for basic mapping and storing of GPS waypoints. Of the two available Magellan GPS rentals, the Explorist features a larger screen and slightly longer runtimes from 4 AA alkaline batteries. Acquisition times are slightly longer vs the Meridian Color handheld GPS. Both are accurate to within 3 meters in real time. An SD card slot provides the capability to store unlimited waypoints. Data can be downloaded to a computer through it’s USB interface.
Ranges
- GPS
- Channels 14
- Update rate 1 Hz
- Time to first fix < 1 minute warm, < 2 minutes cold
- Accuracy < 7 meters
- Accuracy SBAS (WAAS) < 3 meters
Features
- Easy to use pocket sized GPS
- Real time SBAS (WAAS)
- Backlit color display
- Rugged design
- Memory with preloaded points and multiple track logs
- SD card slot
- PC interface
Specifications
- Flash storage 28 MB
- Input power 4 AA alkaline batteries
- Runtime 19 hours
- PC interface USB
- Operating temperature 14 to 140°F
- Dimensions 6.5″ x 2.9″ x 1.3″
- Weight 12 oz
Magellan Meridian Color
Handheld GPS
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With an acquisition time of approximately 15 seconds, the Meridian color is the faster of our two available Magellan GPS rentals. This GPS is recommended for basic applications requiring the collection of waypoints at an accuracy of about 3 meters. Versus the Explorist XL the screen is slightly smaller and battery life is slightly reduced. An SD card slot allows unlimited waypoint storage, and the Meridan color connects to a PC via an RS232 interface.
Ranges
- GPS
- Channels 12
- Update rate 1 Hz
- Time to first fix ~ 15 seconds warm, ~ 1 minute cold
- Accuracy < 7 meters
- Accuracy SBAS (WAAS) < 3 meters
Features
- Easy to use pocket sized GPS
- Real time SBAS (WAAS)
- Backlit color display
- Rugged design
- SD card slot
- PC interface
Specifications
- Datalogging points 500, unlimited with SD card
- PC interface RS232
- Input power 2 AA alkaline batteries
- Runtime 14 hours
- Operating temperature 14 to 140°F
- Dimensions 6.5″ x 2.9″ x 1.2″
- Weight 8 oz
Search Terms
- Global Positioning
- Global Positioning Systems
- Trimble GeoXH
- Geo XH
- Topcon GMS-2
- GMS2
- GMS 2
- Magellan Explorist XL
- Magellan Meridian Color
