3DR Pixhawk

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Pixhawk is an advanced autopilot system designed by the PX4 open-hardware project and 

manufactured by 3D Robotics. It features advanced processor and sensor technology from ST 

Microelectronics® and a NuttX real-time operating system, delivering incredible performance, 

flexibility, and reliability for controlling any autonomous vehicle.

Requires GPS (available below) for autonomy.

$199.99 

3DR PIXHAWK ACCESSORIES

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3DR uBlox GPS with Compass 

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PPM Encoder

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Pixhawk Airspeed Sensor Kit

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OVERVIEW

The benefits of the Pixhawk system include integrated multithreading, a Unix/Linux-like 

programming environment, completely new autopilot functions such as sophisticated scripting of 

missions and flight behavior, and a custom PX4 driver layer ensuring tight timing across all 

processes. These advanced capabilities ensure that there are no limitations to your autonomous 

vehicle. Pixhawk allows existing APM and PX4 operators to seamlessly transition to this system 

and lowers the barriers to entry for new users to participate in the exciting world of autonomous 

vehicles.

The flagship Pixhawk module will be accompanied by new peripheral options, including a digital 

airspeed sensor, support for an external multi-color LED indicator and an external magnetometer. 

All peripherals are automatically detected and configured.

Documentation and User Guides (http://3drobotics.com/learn/pixhawk-autopilot-system/)

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Note: Pixhawk is a PPM-input autopilot, which means that it gets RC input from a single cable to 

the receiver, either via the PPM port, the Futaba S.BUS port, or the special satellite receiver port 

for Spektrum gear. Most modern RC receivers (and all those sold by 3D Robotics) allow for PPM 

output, but some, such as non-S.BUS Futaba receivers, do not. If your receiver does not support 

PPM output, please add a PPM encoder board (http://store.3drobotics.com/products/ppm-encoder)

option to your order below.

Pixhawk includes:

Features

Options:

• Pixhawk autopilot

• Buzzer

• Safety switch button

• 3DR power module with XT60 connectors and 6-position connector cable

• Extra 6-position cable to connect a 3DR GPS+Compass module

• Micro USB cable

• SD card and adapter

• Mounting foam

• 3-wire servo cable

• I2C splitter module with cable

• Advanced 32 bit ARM Cortex® M4 Processor running NuttX RTOS

• 14 PWM/servo outputs (8 with failsafe and manual override, 6 auxiliary, high-power 

compatible)

• Abundant connectivity options for additional peripherals (UART, I C, CAN)

• Integrated backup system for in-flight recovery and manual override with dedicated 

processor and stand-alone power supply

• Backup system integrates mixing, providing consistent autopilot and manual override mixing 

modes

• Redundant power supply inputs and automatic failover

• External safety button for easy motor activation

• Multicolor LED indicator

• High-power, multi-tone piezo audio indicator

• microSD card for long-time high-rate logging

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• PPM encoder (http://store.3drobotics.com/products/ppm-encoder) for RC receivers that do 

not provide PPM output.

• External USB and LED module (https://store.3drobotics.com/products/pixhawk-peripheralkit) for convenient status indicator and micro-USB port on your vehicle

• Digital airspeed sensor (http://store.3drobotics.com/products/pixhawk-airspeed-sensor-kit)

for fixed-wing aircraft

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Specifications:

Microprocessor:

Sensors:

Interfaces:

Power System:

Weight and Dimensions:

• Telemetry radios (http://store.3drobotics.com/products/3dr-radio) with one-mile range for 

two-way control, telemetry and datalogging via free mobile apps or PC/Mac/Linux ground 

station

• u-blox GPS with compass (http://store.3drobotics.com/products/3dr-gps-ublox-withcompass) (required for autonomous flight)

• 32-bit STM32F427 Cortex M4 core with FPU

• 168 MHz/256 KB RAM/2 MB Flash

• 32 bit STM32F103 failsafe co-processor

• ST Micro L3GD20 3-axis 16-bit gyroscope

• ST Micro LSM303D 3-axis 14-bit accelerometer / magnetometer

• Invensense MPU 6000 3-axis accelerometer/gyroscope

• MEAS MS5611 barometer

• 5x UART (serial ports), one high-power capable, 2x with HW flow control

• 2x CAN

• Spektrum DSM / DSM2 / DSM-X® Satellite compatible input up to DX8 (DX9 and above not 

supported)

• Futaba S.BUS® compatible input and output

• PPM sum signal

• RSSI (PWM or voltage) input

• I C®

• SPI

• 3.3 and 6.6V ADC inputs

• External microUSB port

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• Ideal diode controller with automatic failover

• Servo rail high-power (7 V) and high-current ready

• All peripheral outputs over-current protected, all inputs ESD protected

• Weight: 38g (1.31oz)

• Width: 50mm (1.96")

• Thickness: 15.5mm (.613")

• Length: 81.5mm (3.21") 

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License (https://github.com/PX4/Hardware/blob/master/README.md) | Schematic

(http://3drobotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/px4fmuv2.4.3_schematic.pdf) | Layout

(http://3drobotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Pixhawk-Open-Hardware.zip)

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