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Holybro DroneCAN M8N GPS
Holybro DroneCAN M8N GPS
The Holybro DroneCAN M8N GPS is a high-performance navigation module designed for drones, providing reliable positioning and accurate telemetry data for enhanced flight control. Utilizing the advanced M8N GPS chipset, this module offers fast satellite acquisition and superior signal stability, ensuring dependable performance in various flying conditions. The DroneCAN interface simplifies connections, making installation straightforward and providing compatibility with a range of flight controllers.
The Holybro DroneCAN M8N GPS is engineered to enhance your drone’s capabilities, delivering real-time GPS data for precise navigation, waypoint missions, and return-to-home functionality. Its compact design ensures minimal impact on your drone’s weight, allowing for efficient flight without compromising performance. With built-in anti-jamming features, this GPS module is ideal for both recreational and professional applications, ensuring reliability in challenging environments.
Upgrade your drone’s navigation system with the Holybro DroneCAN M8N GPS for enhanced positioning accuracy, stability, and overall flight performance.
Features & Comparison:
| DroneCAN M8N | |
| GNSS Receiver | Ublox NEO M8N |
| Number of Concurrent GNSS | 2 (Default GPS + GLONASS) |
| Processor | STM32G4 (170MHz, 512K FLASH) |
| Compass | BMM150 |
| Frequency Band | GPS: L1C/A GLONASS: L10F Beidou: B1I Galileo: E1B/C |
| GNSS Augmentation System | SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, QZSS |
| Navigation Update | 5Hz Default(10Hz MAX) |
| Accuracy | 2.5m |
| Speed Accuracy | 0.05 m/s |
| Max # of Satellites | 22+ |
| Communication Protocol | DroneCAN @ 1 Mbit/s |
| Supports Autopilot FW | PX4, Ardupilot |
| Port Type | GHR-04V-S |
| Antenna | 25 x 25 x 4 mm ceramic patch antenna |
| Power consumption | Less than 200mA @ 5V |
| Voltage | 4.7-5.2V |
| Operating Temperature | -40~80C |
| Size | Diameter: 54mm Thickness: 14.5mm |
| Weight | 36g |
| Cable Length | 26cm |
| Other Notes | - LNA MAX2659ELT+ RF Amplifier - Rechargeable Farah capacitance - Low noise 3.3V regulator |
For other technical information, please go to https://docs.holybro.com/
DroneCAN
DroneCAN is the primary CAN protocol used by the ArduPilot and PX4 projects for communication with CAN peripherals. It is an open protocol with open communication, specification and multiple open implementations.
DroneCAN Development
The DroneCAN project has an active development community.
- discussions on discord at https://dronecan.org/discord
- development on github at https://github.com/DroneCAN
Additional DroneCAN Information: https://dronecan.github.io/