3D Robotics APM 2.6 with GPS/Compass and Power Module, side pins
3D Robotics APM 2.6 is a complete open source autopilot system and the bestselling technology that won the prestigious 2012 Outback Challenge UAV competition. It allows the user to turn any fixed, rotary wing or multirotor vehicle (even cars and boats) into a fully autonomous vehicle; capable of performing programmed GPS missions with waypoints. This latest revision of APM the board has no onboard compass, which is designed for vehicles (especially multicopters and rovers) where the compass should be placed as far from power and motor sources as possible to avoid magnetic interference. (On fixed wing aircraft it's often easier to mount APM far enough away from the motors and ESCs to avoid magnetic interference, so this is not as critical, but APM 2.6 gives more flexibility in positioning and is a good choice for them, too). Designed to be used with the 3DR uBlox GPS with Compass module (included), so that the GPS/Compass unit can be mounted further from noise sources than APM itself.This new GPS module design incorporates the HMC5883L digital compass. This is 3D Robotics' best GPS module, significantly outperforming the Mediatek GPS due to the larger antenna and next-gen chipset. An excellent solution for multicopters and rovers in particular, where GPS accuracy is paramount. It features active circuitry for the ceramic patch antenna, rechargeable backup battery for warm starts, and I2C EEPROM for configuration storage. The units ship pre-configured for use with 3DR APM 2.6 autopilot. Warranty: 3D Robotics provides a 90-day warranty against defects. For replacement or repair service, 3D Robotics must be notified within 2 weeks of user becoming aware of defect, and defect must not have been caused by misuse.