OverviewThe FIFISH X1 (QYSEA X1 ROV) is a mission-class underwater inspection ROV designed for offshore and open-water non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection tasks. It provides modular payload integration, AI-assisted navigation and measurement, a direct power supply option for continuous operation, and a six-motor vectored propulsion layout for precise station-keeping in currents.
Key Features- Max speed: 4.5 knots
- Max payload capacity: 15 kg
- Fast payload switch: approx. 5 minutes
- Operating time (Direct Power): continuous 24/7
- Current holding capability: 4.0 knots
- Modular support for NDT tools and skids
- AI navigation / control / measurement (U-INS Plus, QY-MT)
- Q-Motor Pro: six-motor vector layout with modular thruster swaps
- Forward and downward Q-DVL modules for forward/downward station lock and stable hovering
- Tri-directional collision-avoidance sonar
- Direct power supply system enabling uninterrupted operation via cable
- Dual-camera 4K UHD system with ultra-wide field of view (1/1.8" CMOS dual sensors)
- Dual LED lighting, 12,000 lumens, 120° illumination
- 360° omnidirectional control with ±0.1° angle precision
- Unit weight ≤30 kg; compact volume 0.17 m³
- Operating depth: 350 m
- Four Q-interface power ports for accessories
Rapid Add-on Tool Integrations- Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge (UTG)
- Cathodic Protection (CP) tool
- Multi-parameter sensor packages
- Water jet cleaner
- Robotic manipulators / robotic arm (optional, e.g., 2-axis)
- Imaging sonars and other NDT modules
Applications- Offshore oil & gas inspection and maintenance
- Offshore wind farm inspections
- Large commercial vessel hull inspection
- Underwater foundations and subsea pipeline inspection
- Aquaculture and fish-farm monitoring
- Infrastructure inspection and maintenance
- Search & rescue support
- Marine conservation monitoring
- Underwater science, research and education
- Underwater cinematography and film production
Product Comparison — Overview (table)4.5 Knots | Speed | >3.0 Knots
15Kg | Load Capacity | >10Kg
✓ | Direct Power Supply | Optional
Optional | Swappable Battery | ✓
Optional | Non-destructive Testing (NDT) | –––
Optional (2-Axis) | Robotic Arm | ✓
✓ | Downward Station Lock & Collision Avoidance | ✓
✓ | Forward Station Lock & Collision Avoidance | Optional
✓ | U-INS Plus (Underwater Inertial Navigation) | Optional
Technical Specifications- Product name / model: FIFISH X1 (QYSEA X1 ROV)
- Brand: QYSEA
- Max speed: 4.5 knots
- Current holding: 4.0 knots
- Max payload capacity: 15 kg
- Payload switch time: approx. 5 minutes
- Operating time (direct power): continuous 24/7
- Power options: Direct power supply (continuous) and optional swappable battery
- Propulsion: Q-Motor Pro with six-motor vector layout; modular thruster swap; adaptive protection (overcurrent/overvoltage/overload)
- Navigation: U-INS Plus fused navigation; forward & downward Q-DVL modules
- AI systems: QY-MT AI measurement (millimeter-level), AI control and vision lock
- Collision avoidance: Tri-directional realtime sonar with configurable avoidance distance
- Imaging: Dual-camera 4K UHD (1/1.8" CMOS dual sensors) with ultra-wide FOV
- Lighting: Dual LED lights, 12,000 lumens, 120° illumination
- Control precision: 360° omnidirectional control; ±0.1° operational angle control
- Unit weight: ≤30 kg; Compact volume: 0.17 m³
- Operating depth: 350 m
- Accessory ports: Four Q-interface power ports
- Compatible add-ons: UTG, CP tool, multi-parameter sensors, water jet cleaner, robotic arm (optional), imaging sonars, manipulator skids