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Powerbox

Visualization of Powerbox addon for Leo Rover

Introduction​

The PowerBox module is the most recommended upgrade for the Leo Rover, replacing the right quarter to deliver four 12V DC power sockets, four 5V DC power sockets via a 12V-5V 9A converter, and an externally accessible battery socket. This module supports additional LiDARs, computers, and robotic arms, enables battery charging during operation, and allows for tethered power and seamless battery hot-swaps, ensuring continuous operation of the rover.

What's included​

  • 1 x Powerbox
  • 8 x Phoenix Contact MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08
  • 3 x ISO 7380-2 M5x10 screws

Referenced product​

00188 MEB cover for Leo Rover
Powerbox
The Powerbox module significantly enhances Leo Rover's capabilities by providing versatile power options and enabling continuous operation through battery hot-swaps and external power access.

Main parameters​

ParameterValue
Dimensions (LxWxH)164 mm x 71 mm x 87 mm
WeightTBD
Main materialsPLA, aluminum
Mounting screws3 x M5 x 10 ISO 7380-2
BAT (12V) outputs4
BAT output max power144 W (12 A) each
5V outputs4
5V outputs max power60 W (9 A) total
External battery connectors1

Hardware specification​

Dimensions​

Dimensions of Powerbox addon for Leo Rover
Dimensions of Powerbox addon for Leo Rover

CAD model​

3D CAD model in neutral format is also available on our Google Drive:

🔗Powerbox - Google Drive

Components​

NameQuantityDescriptionLink
12V-5V step-down voltage regulator1Pololu D24V90F5 synchronous switching step-down regulator. Takes an input voltage of up to 38 V and efficiently reduces it to 5 V with an available output current of around 9 A.pololu.com
5V connector4Phoenix Contact MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08phoenixcontact.com
BAT (12V) connector4Phoenix Contact MSTB 2,5/ 2-ST-5,08phoenixcontact.com
External battery connector1Weipu SP1312-S3weipu.com
Powerbox-MEB connector1Weipu SP1312-S3weipu.com
Powerbox-battery connector1Weipu SP1312-P3weipu.com

Possible applications​

With Powerbox you are able to:

  • connect additional LiDARs, computers (such as Jetson Nano, Jetson Xavier NX, etc.), robotic arms (PhantomX Pincher, WidowX, etc.),
  • charge the Rover battery during its operation,
  • power the Rover via tether,
  • perform battery hot-swap - where you keep the Rover operational using the standard battery charger during the battery swap.