Bad Elf Flex

Bluetooth GNSS Receiver & Datalogger for GIS, Mapping, and Surveying

• Raw data logging in RINEX format for post-processing
• NMEA logging in standard NMEA 0183 format
• Available standalone or through the Bad Elf Flex app

• 1 cm RTK via NTRIP
• 5 cm to 10 cm via satellite corrections worldwide
• 30 cm – 60 cm via SBAS
• 1 m autonomous
• Post-processing capable
• Multi-frequency / multi-constellation – BeiDou, Galileo, GPS, and Glonass
• Portable, self-contained – mount on a rover pole or hold in one hand
• Functional, full-day operation – 11-hr battery life² with active power management
• Compatible, app agnostic – works with iOS, Android, and Windows
• Standalone, ergonomic – integrated keyboard and sunlight readable LCD
• Rugged, industrial – IP65 rated for water and dust, industrial temperature range

Bad Elf Flex Applications:

Bad Elf Flex Standard

In SBAS-enabled regions, Bad Elf Flex achieves 30 cm – 60 cm accuracy sufficient for sub-meter GIS use. Simply pair the receiver with your tablet or phone and all location-aware apps become sub-meter capable. No additional software or special configuration required.

• Daily cost – none
• Multi-constellation – now standard*
• Training – none

Metro Operation:

Operating in metro areas? Bad Elf Flex provides sub-meter capability for GIS use, perfect for your GIS field crews. Do you need to record precise locations for underground or above ground assets? Enable Extreme mode and use precision RTK with the Bad Elf Flex app built-in NTRIP client. With proper usage, your field crews can achieve centimeter accuracy in minutes.

• Daily cost of one Bad Elf Flex Token (USD $25)
• Use your preferred CORS or VRS network

Remote Operation

Do you collect data in areas without cellular coverage? Bad Elf Flex is capable of operating anywhere in the world using L-Band satellite-delivered corrections. Using Atlas1 provides accuracy down to 5 cm RMS in many situations. One can expect typical convergence times of 10 – 40 minutes. Options available for use of Atlas satellite-based corrections include:

• Daily cost of one Bad Elf Flex Token (USD $25) or,
• Subscription from 1 month to 1 year for longer-term usage¹

Bad Elf Flex Extreme

If you require an RTK survey-grade rover for use more than 30 to 40 days a year, consider the Extreme bundle. Purchase Bad Elf Flex activation at time of sale or after without any penalty. The Bad Elf Flex Extreme bundle includes the following unlocked services:

• Daily cost – none
• Fully unlocked RTK engine
• Multiple-constellation enabled
• Multiple-frequency enabled

Bad Elf Flex Tokens

Bad Elf Flex Tokens are stored on your Bad Elf Flex and available for use anytime and anywhere. Just load your Flex with tokens sufficient for the number of days you plan to work remotely. You can purchase Bad Elf Flex Tokens directly through the Bad Elf Flex app on iOS or Android, or online from bad-elf.com. Bad Elf Flex Tokens don’t expire and remain on your receiver until you use them.