Quick Answer
What is the Leica TS16?
See also: Leica Total Station E01 Error Fix
See also: Leica Total Station E03 EDM Fault Fix
The Leica TS16 is a 1-arc-second robotic total station with WLAN, PowerSearch automated target acquisition, and a 5,000-meter reflectorless EDM range. It operates on the Leica Captivate field software platform.
Leica TS16 — Complete Specs, Manual & Guide
Category: Total Station | Brand: Leica | Model: TS16
The Leica TS16 is a high-accuracy robotic total station delivering 1-arc-second angular resolution with integrated WLAN connectivity and Leica's PowerSearch automatic target acquisition technology. The TS16 operates on the Leica Captivate software platform and is used for precision construction layout, deformation monitoring, and high-accuracy control surveys.
Leica TS16 Full Specifications
| Angular accuracy | 1" (0.3 mgon) |
| EDM range (prism) | 3,500m (single prism) |
| EDM range (reflectorless) | Up to 500m (Leica DR) |
| Distance accuracy (prism) | ±(1mm + 1.5ppm x D) |
| Distance accuracy (reflectorless) | ±(2mm + 2ppm x D) |
| PowerSearch acquisition | Yes — automated 360-degree target search |
| Servo system | MultiDrive servo, 180 deg/s slew speed |
| Telescope magnification | 30x |
| Connectivity | WLAN 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, USB |
| IP rating | IP65 |
| Battery life | ~8 hours |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Weight | 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) |
Accessories & Part Numbers
- CS35 — Leica CS35 tablet field controller for TS16
- GRZ122 — Leica 360-degree prism for robotic tracking
- GHT196 — Tribrachs adapter for TS16
- Leica Captivate — Field software suite for layout and measurement
Error Codes Quick Reference
| E01 | Compensator error — re-level instrument, check setup surface |
| E03 | EDM fault — clean EDM window, check prism alignment |
| E05 | Servo overload — check for mechanical obstruction on tribrach |
| E11 | WLAN connection error — reboot router/field controller |
Frequently Asked Questions — Leica TS16
What is the Leica TS16 angular accuracy?
The TS16 delivers 1-arc-second (0.3 mgon) angular accuracy using an absolute angle measurement system with dual-axis compensator. This accuracy is consistent across all temperatures within the rated operating range.
What is PowerSearch on the Leica TS16?
PowerSearch is Leica's automatic target acquisition system that rotates the TS16 in a full 360-degree scan to find and lock onto a prism within seconds. It eliminates the need to manually point the instrument at the prism when starting a robotic session.
What field software does the Leica TS16 use?
The TS16 runs Leica Captivate software either on the instrument's onboard controller or on a CS35 tablet field controller. Captivate supports layout, stakeout, scanning, and monitoring workflows.
What is the difference between the Leica TS16 and TS15?
The TS16 is the successor to the TS15, featuring improved WLAN connectivity, an updated Captivate software interface, and faster PowerSearch acquisition. The TS16 also has enhanced IP65 weather resistance compared to the TS15's IP54 rating.
Can the Leica TS16 be used for deformation monitoring?
Yes — the TS16 is used extensively for deformation monitoring of structures, slopes, dams, and excavations. It can be programmed to automatically measure targets at defined intervals and report deformation data to Leica's GeoMoS monitoring software.
Related models: Leica CS20 Field Controller
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