
Platform Capabilities
All-Terrain Performance
Max speed 3.7 m/s, 40° slope climbing, continuous stair climb ≤16 cm, 8 kg payload capacity for demanding inspection environments.
All-Weather Capability
IP54 protection rating with operating temperature range 0°C to 40°C, ensuring reliable performance in rain, dust, and variable conditions.
Fall-Resistant Design
High robustness with strong anti-fall stability, millisecond-level self-recovery from falls, and reinforced frame with 360° body protection.
Open Platform Architecture
Multiple expansion interfaces (Ethernet, USB, SBUS, UART, Power) enable integration of custom payloads, sensors, and communication modules.
Technical Specifications
| Standing Dimensions | 63 × 36 × 41 cm |
| Folded Dimensions | 67 × 42 × 15 cm |
| Weight (incl. battery) | 15 kg |
| Battery Capacity | 4.6 Ah |
| Operational Duration | 1 – 2 h |
| Range with Load | 6 km |
| Maximum Payload | ≈ 8 kg (limit ≈ 10 kg) |
| Max Step Height | > 16 cm |
| Slope Climbing | 30° standard / 40° extreme |
| Running Speed | > 3.7 m/s |
| Gait Speed (H/M/L) | 3.5 / 2 / 1 m/s |
| Max Crossing Width | 35 cm |
| Jump Height | 30 cm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C |
| Protection Rating | IP54 |
| Standing Dimensions | 63 × 36 × 46.5 cm |
| Folded Dimensions | 67 × 42.5 × 14.5 cm |
| Weight (incl. battery) | 20 kg |
| Battery Capacity | 5 Ah / 43.2 V |
| Operational Duration | 1 – 2 h |
| Range with Load | 9 km |
| Maximum Payload | ≈ 10 kg (limit ≈ 12 kg) |
| Max Step Height | > 16 cm |
| Slope Climbing | 30° standard / 40° extreme |
| Running Speed | > 3.7 m/s (limit ~5.5 m/s) |
| Max Vertical Climb | 65 cm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C |
| Protection Rating | IP54 |
| Expansion Interfaces | Ethernet, USB, SBUS, UART, Power |
Typical Applications
How to Choose the Right ZSL Series Robot for Your Application
The ZSL series offers two distinct configurations for buyers evaluating a quadruped robot for industrial inspection: the ZSL-1 pure-legged platform and the ZSL-1W wheel-legged hybrid. Selecting the right model depends primarily on your operational range requirements and terrain profile.
If your application involves indoor inspection in confined spaces — such as server rooms, manufacturing floors, or multi-story buildings — the ZSL-1’s compact 15 kg frame and 40° slope capability make it the preferred choice. For buyers looking to buy an inspection robot for outdoor substation patrol or campus security, the ZSL-1W’s 9 km range on a single charge and wheel-assisted locomotion significantly reduces per-inspection energy cost.
Both models are available for OEM/ODM customization, making them suitable for system integrators who need a robotic dog supplier that can adapt the platform to specific payload, branding, or software requirements. Minimum order quantities and lead times are available upon request.
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Common Questions About ZSL Series Quadruped Robots
Answers to the most common questions from procurement managers, system integrators, and engineering teams evaluating our robotic platforms.
The ZSL-1 offers 1–2 hours of operational duration on a single 4.6 Ah battery charge, covering approximately 6 km with a standard payload. The ZSL-1W extends this to 9 km range with its 5 Ah / 43.2 V battery. Actual duration varies based on terrain, payload weight, and gait speed selection.
Both the ZSL-1 and ZSL-1W carry an IP54 protection rating, providing protection against dust ingress and water splashing from any direction. This makes them suitable for light outdoor environments, light rain, and dusty industrial settings. For applications requiring full immersion protection (IP67), the ZSM-1 platform is recommended.
The ZSL-1 supports a recommended payload of approximately 8 kg, with a structural limit of approximately 10 kg. The ZSL-1W supports 10 kg recommended / 12 kg limit. Payloads exceeding the recommended weight may reduce operational duration and agility performance.
Yes. The ZSL series is designed for stair climbing with a maximum step height of 16 cm and slope climbing capability of 30° (standard) to 40° (extreme). The robot can navigate continuous staircase environments autonomously as part of a pre-programmed inspection route.
The ZSL series features an open platform architecture with Ethernet, USB, SBUS, UART, and Power expansion interfaces. Compatible payloads include thermal imaging cameras, visible-light cameras, gas detection sensors, LiDAR modules, and custom communication systems. Shaanxi Smart Innovation Future Technology also offers pre-integrated payload packages for common inspection applications.
Yes. Shaanxi Smart Innovation Future Technology offers full OEM/ODM services for the ZSL series, including custom branding, modified payload mounting configurations, firmware customization, and private-label packaging. The platform is widely used by system integrators building specialized inspection and security solutions. Contact our team for MOQ and lead time information.
ZSL series pricing varies based on configuration, payload integration, software licensing, and order volume. As a B2B manufacturer, we provide customized quotations based on your specific requirements. Please submit an inquiry through our contact form and our team will respond within 1–2 business days with pricing information.
The ZSL-1 and ZSL-1W operate in environments from 0°C to 40°C. For applications in extreme cold environments (below 0°C), the ZSM-1 platform with its extended operating range of -20°C to 50°C is recommended.
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