Mini & Compact: Full Introduction to LKF-FS60 FOG

Product Video
January 27, 2026
Category Connection: Fiber Optic Gyroscope
Brief: In this walkthrough, we highlight key design ideas and how they translate to performance. Discover the LKF-FS60 FOG, a miniaturized single-axis interferometric fiber optic gyroscope. We'll explore its compact dimensions, innovative thin PM fiber coil technology, and how it delivers reliable navigation for UAVs and stabilization platforms.
Related Product Features:
  • Miniature and compact design measuring L(5)*W(5)*H(3.65) cm for space-constrained applications.
  • Closed-loop fiber optic gyroscope with integrated circuit and optical path design for enhanced reliability.
  • Features fast startup with stabilization time under 10 seconds for immediate operational readiness.
  • Utilizes thin PM fiber coils wound via quadrupole symmetry for outstanding precision and miniaturization.
  • Provides fully digital RS-422 electrical output for simple integration and communication.
  • Operates across a wide temperature range from -40℃ to +70℃, ensuring environmental adaptability.
  • Designed for high reliability and long life in demanding inertial measurement and control fields.
  • Supports a dynamic range of ±500°/s with low magnetic field sensitivity for accurate navigation.
FAQs:
  • What are the key applications for the LKF-FS50X fiber optic gyroscope?
    The LKF-FS50X is widely used in electro-optical pods, flight control platforms, optical/photographic platforms, platform stabilizers, satcom on the move, inertial measurement units, and light UAVs for precise navigation and attitude control.
  • How does the miniaturized design of the LKF-FS50X achieve high performance?
    It uses a thin PM fiber solution with a 135μm outer diameter, reducing coil size while maintaining precision. The coils are wound via quadrupole symmetry, and integrated circuit design ensures small volume, light weight, high bandwidth, and fast startup.
  • What are the operating conditions and environmental tolerances of this gyroscope?
    The LKF-FS50X operates from -40℃ to +70℃, stores from -50℃ to +70℃, and withstands vibration conditions of 4.2g from 20Hz to 2000Hz, making it suitable for harsh environments in UAV and stabilization systems.