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HESAI JT16 Hemispherical Robotics and Collision Avoidance Affordable Dome Lidar Sensor

Mini 360° x 40° 3D Lidar
Designed for Robotics and Industrial Applications

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$950.00

Mini 360° x 40° 3D Lidar
Designed for Robotics and Industrial Applications

Miniature Size
Versatile Functionality

JT16 is a mini 3D lidar, designed for robotics and industrial applications. It has an ultra-compact size that is 70% smaller in volume than similar products, enabling flexible and seamless installation. With a 360° x 40° field of view, the JT16 elevates perception from 2D to 3D, empowering a broader range of robotics and industrial applications.

Key Specifications

30 m @10% reflectivity
[100 m Max]
Ranging Capability

0.6° (H) x 2.67° (V)
Angular Resolution

5 Hz; 10 Hz
Scanning frequency
 
<200 g
Weight
360° x 40°
Field of View
 
4.3 W
Power Consumption
 
Φ55 x H64 mm
Dimensions
 
Built inside
IMU
Orange and gray robotic lawn mower operating on grass with JT series LiDAR sensor for obstacle detection

Compact and Lightweight

JT16’s small form factor enables seamless, embedded installation, with an exposed window height of just over 20 mm.

Heat-mapped 3D point cloud visualization showing warehouse corridor with distance-coded objects in red, orange and green using JT series LiDAR sensor

True 3D perception

The JT16 features a wide 360° x 40° field of view. Compared to traditional 2D lidar’s planar perception, the JT16 provides 3D perception for robots and industrial equipments, enabling various functions such as navigation and obstacle avoidance.
Heat-mapped 3D point cloud visualization of outdoor environment showing Hesai JT16 LiDAR's 200-meter scan diameter with distance-coded colors from green to red

100-Meter Effective Ranging Capability

The JT16 can scan a space with a diameter of 200 meters in a single frame, covering a ground detection area of 30,000 square metersequivalent to four international standard football fields. Through mobile scanning, it efficiently performs SLAM of the surrounding environment, providing robots and industrial equipment with precise localization and navigation.

White and black robotic lawn mower on wet grass demonstrating Hesai JT16 LiDAR's rain detection and contamination detection capabilities

Smart Inspection and Noise Filtering

The JT’s built-in waveform processing technology enables smart inspection for cover lens contamination and filters out 99.9% of rain and fog noise, meeting the demands for all-weather perception across various scenarios and significantly expanding the product’s applications.

APPLICATIONS

White autonomous service robot navigating restaurant interior with JT series LiDAR navigation system

Service Robots

Orange and gray robotic lawn mower operating on grass with JT series LiDAR sensor for obstacle detection

Robotic Lawn Mover

Orange autonomous forklift operating in warehouse aisle with pallet racks using JT series LiDAR guidance system

AGV

Yellow autonomous mobile robot with green container navigating warehouse using Hesai JT series LiDAR sensor

AMR

HESAI Lidar Sensor Selection Guide

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JT16 JT128 FTX140/180 FT120 ATX AT128 AT360 ETX XT16 XT32
XT32M1X
XT32M
XT32m2X
QT128 OT128 Pandar128
Object Detection
Mapping
Object Identification
Automotive Grade
Channels 16 128 120x160 256 128 360 1024 16/32 32 32 128 128 128
Field of View 360° X 40° 360° X 99° 140° X 180° 100° X 75° 140° x 20° 120° X 25.4° 18° X 120° 120° × 20° 360° X 31° 360° X 31° 360° X 40.3° 360° X 105.2° 360° X 40° 360° x 40°
Range 30m @ 10% Reflectivity 20m @ 10% Reflectivity 30m @ 10% Reflectivity 22m @ 10% Reflectivity 200 m @ 10% Reflectivity 210m @ 10% Reflectivity 300m 400 m @ 10% Reflectivity 80m @ 10% Reflectivity 80m @ 10% Reflectivity 80m @ 10% Reflectivity 20m @ 10% Reflectivity 200m @ 10% Reflectivity 200 m @10% Reflectivity
Min Range 0m 0m 0.1m 1m 0.05m 0.05m 0.5m 0.05m 0.3m 0.3m
Weight 0.199kg 0.22kg 0.2kg 0.7 kg 0.36 kg 0.94 kg 950g 0.6 kg 0.8 kg 0.8kg 0.49 kg 0.7 kg 2.2 kg 1.63 kg
Accuracy 5 cm 5 cm 5cm 1 cm 1cm 1 cm 3 cm 3 cm 5cm
Max Range 100m 25m 50m 300m 260m 250m 400m 120m 120m 300m 50m 230m 200m
Resolution Horizontal 0.6° 0.45° 0.625° 0.08° 0.1° - 0.2° 0.06° - 0.12° 0.05° 0.09° - 0.36° 0.09° - 0.36° 0.09° - 0.36° 0.4° - 1.6° 0.1° - 0.4° 0.1°
Resolution Vertical 2.67° 0.8° 0.625° 0.1° 0.2° - 0.8° 0.05° - 0.1° 0.05° 1°/ 2° 1.3° 0.4° - 1.6° 0.125° - 1.72° 0.125°
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HESAI JT16 a good LiDAR sensor for AMR and AGV collision avoidance?

Yes. The HESAI JT16 is a compact 3D LiDAR sensor suitable for AMR and AGV collision avoidance because it provides 360° horizontal perception, 40° vertical field of view, and short range 3D obstacle detection. This helps mobile robots detect objects around them instead of relying only on flat 2D scanning.

How does HESAI JT16 improve robot perception compared to a traditional 2D LiDAR?

The HESAI JT16 improves robot perception by elevating sensing from 2D planar detection to 3D environmental awareness. Its 360° x 40° field of view allows robots to understand height, shape, and surrounding space more effectively for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

What type of robots can use the HESAI JT16 LiDAR?

The HESAI JT16 can be used in service robots, robotic lawn mowers, AGVs, AMRs, and compact industrial robots that need short range 3D perception. Its small size, low weight, and 4.3 W power consumption make it suitable for embedded robotic systems with limited space and battery capacity.

Why is 30 m @10% reflectivity important for robotics LiDAR?

30 m @10% reflectivity means the HESAI JT16 can detect low reflectivity objects within a short range robotic operating environment. This is important because robots often encounter dark, matte, or low reflective obstacles in warehouses, service areas, outdoor paths, and industrial spaces.

Can the HESAI JT16 support SLAM and localization?

Yes. The HESAI JT16 supports SLAM and localization by providing 360° 3D environmental data for mobile robotic navigation. This makes it useful for robots that need to map surroundings and localize themselves while moving.

What makes HESAI JT16 suitable for compact robot design?

The HESAI JT16 is suitable for compact robot design because it measures Φ55 x H64 mm, weighs under 200 g, and has an exposed window height of just over 20 mm. This allows easier integration into small robots, autonomous platforms, and embedded industrial equipment.

Does the HESAI JT16 have a built in IMU?

Yes. The HESAI JT16 includes a built in IMU, which supports motion awareness, positioning, and navigation workflows in mobile robotic systems. This is useful for robots that need stable perception while moving through dynamic environments.

Is the HESAI JT16 suitable for outdoor or demanding industrial environments?

Yes. The HESAI JT16 is validated for demanding conditions including UV aging, high temperature, IP6K7 & IP6K9K protection, mechanical shock, salt spray, thermal shock with water splash, low temperature wakeup, humid heat cycling, vibration with thermal cycling, and electrical and electronic testing.

Is the HESAI JT16 energy efficient for battery powered robots?

Yes. With 4.3 W power consumption, the HESAI JT16 is a low power 3D LiDAR option for battery powered robots. This makes it useful for service robots, lawn mowing robots, AMRs, and other autonomous systems where power efficiency affects operating time.

When should a robotics team choose the HESAI JT16?

A robotics team should choose the HESAI JT16 when it needs compact 360° 3D perception, short range obstacle detection, SLAM support, low power consumption, and durable industrial validation in a small LiDAR package. It is especially relevant for robotics and industrial applications where size, cost, and installation flexibility matter.

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