SubC Imaging has introduced the Rayfin Uplink, a new camera technology designed to modernize legacy Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) fleets by enabling high-resolution digital imaging.
The Rayfin Uplink allows operators to achieve 4K video and high-resolution imaging using their existing ROV systems, bridging the gap between traditional subsea platforms and current high-definition imaging requirements. The technology is designed to work with older or analog setups, providing a digital link between a topside laptop or control unit and a Rayfin camera mounted on the ROV.
This solution utilizes twisted pair or coax cabling already present within an ROV tether to transmit digital image performance to established fleets that lack fiber optic connections.
Chad Collett, CEO of SubC Imaging, commented, “Many offshore operators need better image quality, but their ROVs weren’t designed for modern bandwidth and digital workflows. The Rayfin Uplink changes that. It gives teams access to the highest imaging quality using the systems they already own.”
By making use of existing signal paths within the ROV, the Rayfin Uplink presents a cost-effective way for offshore inspection teams to expand the scope of work for their vehicles. As client expectations and inspection requirements increasingly demand higher resolution imaging, solutions like the Rayfin Uplink help operators meet these demands without incurring major capital upgrade costs.
The Rayfin Uplink is currently available for both purchase and rental.
