Centralized photovoltaic cleaning drone

CD50

A 50 L solar-cleaning drone for utility-scale arrays — up to 690 m² per hour.

CD50 — Centralized photovoltaic cleaning drone

Key performance

Tank capacity
50L
Cleaning rate
690m²/h
Cleaning area
138m²
Maximum takeoff weight
105kg

Overview

A 50 L solar-cleaning drone for utility-scale arrays — up to 690 m² per hour.

Facade models (QY-QX-420, QY-X4-40) are tethered to a ground high-pressure washer through a braided hose, allowing continuous cleaning at heights of up to 120 m without scaffolding or gondolas.

Photovoltaic models (CD20, CD50) carry an onboard water tank and spray system for solar arrays, with RTK positioning and radar for stable, repeatable passes.

Key features

  • 50 L tank with 34.5 m² per minute cleaning rate
  • Multi-nozzle linked fixed spray heads plus a 45° oscillating sprinkler
  • Obstacle-avoidance radar and synthetic-aperture radar
  • Live 1080p camera to record and verify each cleaning pass
  • 12-minute fast charging and dual 18S batteries

CD50

Technical specifications

CD50 — Technical specifications
ModelCD50
Aircraft typeCentralized photovoltaic cleaning drone
Dimensions (unfolded)3195 × 2990 × 820 mm (propellers extended)
Dimensions (folded)1350 × 720 × 820 mm
Wheelbase2300 mm
Tank capacity50 L
Maximum spray flow11 L/min
Hover time (full load)7 min
Hover time (no load)22 min
Sorties per hour5
Cleaning area138 m² per trip (5 min cleaning time)
Cleaning rate34.5 m²/min · 690 m²/h
Maximum speed15 m/s
Maximum takeoff weight105 kg
Operating humidity0–90%
Wind resistance12 m/s
Sensing & obstacle avoidanceObstacle-avoidance radar and synthetic-aperture radar
CameraHD 1080p with real-time transmission
Battery2 × 18S 30,000 mAh
ChargerFast charge 12 min · standard 30 min

Specifications are measured under standard test conditions and may vary with payload, altitude, temperature, wind and configuration. Final specifications are confirmed in each quotation.

Applications

  • Solar farms
  • Commercial solar installations
  • Rooftop solar systems
  • Large photovoltaic facilities

Configuration options

Platforms can be configured around payload, endurance, communication, sensors and mission equipment. Tell us about your operation and we will recommend a configuration.

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Training & after-sales support

  • Remote operational training with live technical guidance
  • Flight operation and mission-planning sessions
  • Safety, emergency, battery and maintenance training
  • Remote diagnostics, spare parts and firmware updates
  • On-site support for large industrial or government projects

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