The CHCNAV RS7 Handheld Real-Time 3D LiDAR Scanner is a professional-grade indoor mapping device manufactured by CHC Navigation (CHCNAV). Weighing 1,200 g with battery and handle, it integrates a 64-channel LiDAR sensor, dual 48 MP HD cameras, and a high-precision IMU — capturing up to 1.15 million points per second in real time without GPS.
Designed for AEC professionals, BIM practitioners, surveyors, and forensic investigators, the CHCNAV RS7 captures reliable 3D data in corridors, tunnels, basements, and any feature-poor indoor environment. Field data uploads to CHCNAV CoCloud for automated processing — delivering registered point clouds, mesh models, and 3D Gaussian Splatting results with no specialist post-processing required.
The CHCNAV RS7 integrates high-precision INS + SLAM, HD imaging, and CHCNAV CoCloud connectivity.
The CHCNAV RS7 generates richly colorized, high-density 3D point clouds in real time. Dual 48 MP Sony-binned cameras feed the CHCNAV HPGS 2.0 engine, producing photorealistic 3D Gaussian Splatting models that combine visual accuracy with precise geometric detail in a single capture pass.
The CHCNAV RS7 uses Deep INS SLAM Fusion — combining high-precision inertial navigation (IMU bias instability < 0.5°/h) with LiDAR SLAM — to maintain stable, accurate trajectory in the most challenging environments. Long corridors, repetitive structures, underground spaces, and GPS-denied interiors are all within the RS7's operating range.
CLOUD READY; ZERO PROCESSING OVERHEAD
The CHCNAV RS7 integrates natively with CHCNAV CoCloud. One tap uploads field data; CoCloud automatically generates registered point clouds, mesh models, and 3D Gaussian Splatting results — accessible from any device, ready for BIM, CAD, or client delivery. No local workstation required.
SPECIFICATIONS
Laser Scanner
Product Name
CHCNAV RS7 Handheld Real-Time 3D LiDAR Scanner
Manufacturer
CHC Navigation (CHCNAV)
Channels
64
Scanning Rate — Single Return
576,000 pts/sec
Scanning Rate — Dual Return
1,152,000 pts/sec
Field of View
360° × 189°
Range (10% reflectivity)
40 m
Range (80% reflectivity)
64 m
Laser Wavelength
905 nm
Returns
Up to 2 (dual return supported)
Positioning & Accuracy
GNSS
GPS: L1/L2/L5 GLONASS: L1/L2 BeiDou: B1/B2/B3 Galileo: E1/E5a/E5b
Absolute Accuracy (H)
< 3 cm RMS
Absolute Accuracy (V)
Relative Accuracy
< 1 cm
Repeatability
< 2 cm
IMU & SLAM
IMU Bias Instability
< 0.5°/h
SLAM Technology
Deep INS SLAM Fusion
Imaging
Camera Configuration
Dual 48 MP HD cameras
Camera Technology
Sony pixel binning (low-light optimized)
3D Visualization Engine
CHCNAV HPGS 2.0 (3D Gaussian Splatting)
Physical
Weight (with battery & handle)
1,200 g (2.6 lbs)
Battery Capacity
47.5 Wh integrated
Operating Time
150 minutes per charge
Ingress Protection
IP64 (dust-tight; splash-resistant)
Software & Cloud
Cloud Platform
CHCNAV CoCloud
Processing Software
CHCNAV CoPre / CoProcess 2025
Output Formats
Point Cloud (.LAS), Mesh, 3D Gaussian Splatting
Hardware Interface
Open interface with SDK support
What's Included
Standard Package
CHCNAV RS7 Scanner, Battery, Charger, Carrying Case, USB Cable, Quick Start Guide
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the CHCNAV RS7?
The CHCNAV RS7 is a professional handheld real-time 3D LiDAR scanner manufactured by CHC Navigation (CHCNAV). It uses Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) technology combined with high-precision inertial navigation to capture high-density, colorized 3D point clouds without GPS. It is designed for indoor environments including buildings, corridors, tunnels, and other enclosed spaces where GPS is unavailable.
What is the CHCNAV RS7 used for?
The CHCNAV RS7 is used for architectural surveying, BIM (Building Information Modeling) data capture, as-built documentation, interior design and renovation planning, facility management, public safety and forensic investigation, and cultural heritage preservation. It is specifically designed for indoor and GPS-denied environments where other scanners lose accuracy.
What accuracy does the CHCNAV RS7 achieve?
The CHCNAV RS7 achieves an absolute accuracy of less than 3 cm RMS both horizontally and vertically, a relative accuracy of less than 1 cm, and a repeatability of less than 2 cm under standard operating conditions.
How does the CHCNAV RS7 work in feature-poor environments like corridors?
The CHCNAV RS7 uses Deep INS SLAM Fusion, which tightly combines LiDAR SLAM with a high-precision IMU (inertial measurement unit) that has a bias instability of less than 0.5 degrees per hour. This allows the scanner to maintain accurate position tracking even when the surrounding environment lacks distinct geometric features — such as in long corridors, repetitive floor plans, stairwells, and underground spaces.
How long does the CHCNAV RS7 battery last?
The CHCNAV RS7 has an integrated 47.5 Wh battery that provides approximately 150 minutes of operating time per charge.
What software works with the CHCNAV RS7?
The CHCNAV RS7 integrates with CHCNAV CoCloud for automated cloud-based processing, and is compatible with CHCNAV CoPre and CHCNAV CoProcess 2025 for local point cloud processing. Output files are delivered in standard formats including .LAS point clouds, mesh models, and 3D Gaussian Splatting results, which can be imported into BIM platforms, CAD software, and GIS applications.
What is the difference between the CHCNAV RS7 and the CHCNAV RS10?
The CHCNAV RS7 is a dedicated indoor handheld SLAM scanner optimized for building interiors and GPS-denied environments. The CHCNAV RS10 adds integrated GNSS RTK capability, enabling accurate outdoor geolocation in addition to indoor SLAM mapping. The RS7 is best suited for pure indoor workflows; the RS10 is the preferred choice for projects requiring both indoor and outdoor georeferenced scanning in a single instrument.
How many points per second does the CHCNAV RS7 capture?
The CHCNAV RS7 captures up to 1.15 million points per second in dual return mode (1,152,000 pts/sec), and 576,000 points per second in single return mode. It uses a 64-channel LiDAR sensor with a 360-degree by 189-degree field of view.
What cameras does the CHCNAV RS7 have?
The CHCNAV RS7 is equipped with dual 48 MP HD cameras that use Sony pixel binning technology. This delivers sharper, more accurate color capture in low-light indoor conditions, enabling richly colorized point clouds and photorealistic 3D Gaussian Splatting models.
Where can I buy the CHCNAV RS7 in the United States?
The CHCNAV RS7 Handheld Real-Time 3D LiDAR Scanner is available through AGS GIS (Anatum GeoMobile Solutions), an authorized CHCNAV reseller in the United States. Contact AGS GIS at AGSGIS.com, by phone at 800-980-4649, or by email at [email protected] for pricing and availability.
800-980-4649
