Holybro M8N GPS Module

Models: #12012, #12013, #12014

Product Description

The M8N GPS module features an UBLOX M8N module, an IST8310 compass, a tri-colored LED indicator, and a safety switch. It offers three different connector options to suit various purposes. This module is configured to ship with a baud rate of 38400 5Hz.

Visual Description of the module: A circular GPS module with a central 'M8N GPS MODULE' label. It features a directional indicator at the top, a safety switch button, and a connector cable extending downwards. The module has a black casing.

Features and Specifications

Ublox Neo-M8N module
Industry leading –167 dBm navigation sensitivity
Cold starts: 26s
LNA MAX2659ELT+
25 x 25 x 4 mm ceramic patch antenna
Rechargeable Farah capacitance
Low noise 3.3V regulator
Current consumption: less than 150mA @ 5V
Fix indicator LEDs
Protective case
26cm cable included
Diameter 50mm total size, 32 grams with case.

SKU Variants and Pin Maps

SKU12012: Holybro M8N GPS (JST GHR1.25mm 10-pin cable)

This JST GH 10-pin connector can be used on Pixhawk Series 10-pin "GPS Module" or "GPS1" input ports.

Pinout Description (GHR 1.25mm 10P):

VCC 5V (red wire)
RX
TX
SCL
SDA
SAFETY SWITCH
SAFETY_SWITCH_LED
VDD_3V3
BUZZER-
GND

SKU12013: Holybro M8N GPS for Pix32 (Molex1.25mm 6-pin & 4-pin & 3-pin cable)

These Molex1.25mm 6-pin, 4-pin, and 3-pin connectors are compatible with Pix32 "Switch", "GPS", and "I2C" input ports.

Pinout Description (Molex 1.25mm 6P & 4P & 3P):

VCC 5V (red wire)
RX
TX
NC (Not Connected)
NC (Not Connected)
GND
NC (Not Connected)
SCL
SDA
NC (Not Connected)
VDD_3V3
SWITCH_LED
SWITCH

SKU12014: Holybro M8N 2nd GPS (JST GHR1.25mm 6-pin cable)

This JST GH 6-pin connector can be used on Pixhawk Series 6-pin "UART & I2C" or "GPS2" input ports as a secondary GPS.

Pinout Description (GHR 1.25mm 6P):

VCC 5V (red wire)
RX
TX
SCL
SDA
GND

Dimensions

All dimensions are in millimeters (mm).

Top View: A circular component with a diameter of 50mm. Callouts indicate measurements of 2.0mm and 2.1mm.

Bottom View: A circular component with a diameter of 30mm. Callouts indicate three holes of Ø4 (4mm diameter).

Side View: Shows the profile of the module with a height of 14.3mm.

Package Included

M8N GPS Module *1
'X' type folding pedestal mount *1
Carbon rod 70mm & 140mm *1

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