NEO 7M GPS Module with Compass for Drones and APM 2.6/2.8 and Pixhawk 2.4.6/2.4.8

The NEO 7M GPS Module is a powerful and reliable GPS receiver module that provides high-precision navigation, ideal for drone applications. Built with the advanced u-blox NEO 7M chip, this GPS-module offers high sensitivity and fast satellite acquisition. Whether you are working with an APM2.8 GPS-Module, a Pixhawk GPS-module, or any compatible flight controller, the NEO 7M GPS-Module ensures robust tracking and seamless integration for drone projects.

With its fast hot start of 1 second, this high-precision GPS-module locks onto satellites quickly, making it perfect for quick-start projects and drone navigation. This GPS with compass combination, which includes the HMC5883L digital compass, enables precise directional navigation, making it suitable for a wide variety of GPS-enabled applications, including autonomous flight and position holding. The NEO 7M u-blox GPS module is compatible with various GPS-module systems, including the Pixhawk GPS module and APM GPS with compass configurations, ensuring flexibility for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Features

• High Sensitivity: Tracks signals at -161 dBm for improved GPS reception.
• Fast Hot Start: Quick initialization with an average time of 1 second.
• Pixhawk and APM Compatibility: Easily integrates with common drone systems.
• Compact and Lightweight: Simple to install on drones of all sizes.
• Integrated Compass: The HMC5883L compass enhances directional precision.

Applications

The NEO 7M GPS-Module is versatile for use in multiple GPS navigation applications, from professional drone navigation to hobbyist drone GPS systems. It enables:

• Autonomous Drone Flight: Supports stable hovering, precise waypoint navigation, and automated flight modes.
• Return-to-Home Functions: Ensures safe returns to designated origin points when activated.
• Surveying and Mapping: Perfect for environmental monitoring and data collection with GPS systems.
• High-Altitude Use: Delivers stability and accuracy in elevated conditions.

Specifications: NEO 7M GPS Module

Interfacing Circuit

Connect the NEO 7M GPS receiver module to your flight controller using a 6-pin connector for GPS and a 4-pin for I2C compass. Proper baud rate settings on your flight controller ensure reliable data exchange with the GPS-module for drone.

How to Use

To use the NEO 7M GPS-module for drone navigation, connect it to a compatible flight controller, such as APM2.8 GPS-Module or Pixhawk GPS-module. Adjust settings to your controller for accurate position tracking.

Package Includes

• 1 x NEO 7M GPS Module

Additional Links

For more GPS-modules for drones, see our Drone Parts Collection. For detailed specifications, refer to the NEO 7M Datasheet.

Video Tutorial

Access our video tutorials for step-by-step guidance on integrating the NEO 7M GPS receiver module with your GPS module for drone systems.