NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk with extra connector for APM

Description

NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk

The Ublox NEO-M8N GPS Module by LOFTY AGROTECH delivers exceptional positioning performance, low power consumption, and high integration flexibility, making it ideal for drones and flight controllers like APM and Pixhawk. Built on the powerful 72-channel Ublox M8 engine, the NEO-M8N ensures high accuracy (up to 0.6 meters), faster satellite lock times, and robust signal processing even in challenging environments.

Designed with an internal flash for firmware upgrades and compatibility with multiple satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS), it offers future-ready precision navigation. It features an onboard compass, anti-jamming capabilities, and includes a GPS antenna mount to shield against electromagnetic interference.

The included mount enhances signal quality and mechanical stability, making it suitable for FPV drones and DIY multirotor projects. The module is preconfigured with a 6-pin connector (ready for PIXHAWK FC) and includes an additional 5-pin connector for APM FC.

Note: For use with APM 2.8, remove the jumper and fix the GPS and compass firmly in place during calibration.
Need a version with a 5-pin connector attached by default? Click here for SKU: 28952 available on LOFTY AGROTECH.
📽️ Watch the tutorial video to swap connectors with ease.

⚙️ Technical Specifications:

🔌 Dual Connector Support:

🧠 This GPS module is plug-and-play for Pixhawk and APM using the correct cables. No rewiring or soldering is needed.

📡 Satellite & Navigation Capabilities:

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Concurrent tracking of multiple GNSS constellations ensures:

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Faster cold and warm start

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Better accuracy in cluttered or indoor-adjacent environments

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Stronger lock stability (20–30 satellites typical in open sky)

• Up to 10 Hz update rate provides smoother flight path tracking for high-speed UAVs

• Built-in LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) and SAW filter ensure stronger signal acquisition in EMI environments (near motors, ESCs)

🧲 Magnetometer (Compass) Functionality:

• The 3-axis compass provides accurate yaw orientation, critical for:

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Loiter mode

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Auto missions

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Return to Launch (RTL)

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Communicates via I2C and is automatically recognized by Mission Planner or QGroundControl

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Requires manual calibration upon installation or movement

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Supports orientation correction (Roll180, Yaw270, etc.)

🧠 Use Cases:

🧰 Installation & Configuration Tips:

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Mount flat with arrow pointing forward

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Isolate from motors and ESCs to reduce magnetic interference

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Perform live compass calibration using Mission Planner

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Use APM’s I2C and GPS ports (if using APM)

• NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk For Pixhawk, just plug into GPS+Compass port (6-pin GH)

🧪 Performance in Field Tests:

Compass error: ±1–2° when calibrated and shielded from EMI.

📦 What’s Included:

• ✅ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk 1× NEO-M8N GPS Module with integrated Compass

• ✅ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk 1× 6-pin GH cable (for Pixhawk)

• ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  1× 4-pin UART + 4-pin I2C cable (for APM)

• ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  1× Foam adhesive pad or shock absorber

• ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  1× Backup battery pre-installed

• ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  1× Anti-static package

✅ Why Choose This Module:

• ✔️NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Dual controller support (Pixhawk & APM)

• ✔️NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  High accuracy GPS with fast fix times

• ✔️ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Integrated compass eliminates need for external heading sensors

• ✔️NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Reliable performance under real-world flight conditions

• ✔️NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Ideal upgrade from older NEO-6M or NEO-7M GPS units   

  🛰️ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk (with APM Adapter) – Complete Product Description

  The NEO-M8N GPS with integrated Compass is a powerful, high-precision GNSS module designed to offer accurate satellite navigation and reliable heading orientation in one compact unit. Optimized for Pixhawk flight controllers, this version includes an extra adapter cable for APM 2.6/2.8, making it a versatile and future-ready upgrade for any drone builder, educator, or hobbyist.

  Powered by the advanced u-blox NEO-M8N chip, this GPS module supports multi-constellation satellite tracking, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS, which significantly improves fix speed, accuracy, and stability, even in partially obstructed environments like forests or urban areas.

  At its core, this module integrates not only powerful positioning capabilities but also an onboard 3-axis digital magnetometer (compass), which delivers real-time yaw heading data to your flight controller. This is essential for enabling stable and intelligent flight modes such as Loiter, Auto, RTL (Return to Launch), and Waypoint Missions.

  With a built-in active ceramic patch antenna, LNA (Low-Noise Amplifier), and SAW filter, the NEO-M8N module maintains robust GPS signal quality and resists electromagnetic interference (EMI) from motors, ESCs, and power boards. The onboard backup battery allows for hot start capability, meaning it can achieve satellite lock in under a second after being powered down and restarted.

  Whether you’re upgrading an older APM-based drone or building a modern Pixhawk UAV from scratch, this module provides plug-and-play installation with both 6-pin GH cable (Pixhawk) and standard 4-pin GPS + I2C compass cable (APM). It’s ideal for those who want a single module that works across platforms and supports experimentation, prototyping, and future upgrades.

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  🔧 Highlights:

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Dual-compatibility: Works seamlessly with both Pixhawk and APM 2.6/2.8

  • ✅ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Multi-GNSS support: Tracks GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS satellites for faster and more reliable positioning

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Built-in 3-axis compass: Delivers accurate yaw orientation for stable flight

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  10Hz update rate: Smooth real-time tracking for fast and agile flight control

  • ✅ NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Plug-and-play wiring: Includes both Pixhawk GH cable and APM adapter

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  EMI-resistant: Ceramic antenna with built-in LNA and SAW filter ensures strong signal even near motors or power systems

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk  Backup battery included: Supports hot start for faster GPS fix after power cycles

  • ✅NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Compact, lightweight, and easy to mount

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  🛩️ Perfect For:

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk FPV drones

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Autonomous survey drones

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Agricultural UAVs

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Educational and university drone kits

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Hybrid VTOL aircraft

  • NEO-M8N GPS with Compass for Pixhawk Robotics and GPS-guided ground vehicles

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  This module is ideal for makers, students, and professionals seeking a reliable GPS + compass combo that works across generations of hardware. It’s the smart choice for those moving from APM to Pixhawk, or running both systems in parallel for teaching or testing.

  🌍 NEO-M8N GPS + Compass (Pixhawk + APM Compatible) – Extended Feature Description

  The NEO-M8N GPS Module with Compass is a next-generation, dual-compatible navigation system tailored for both legacy and modern flight controllers. Combining the ultra-precise u-blox M8N GNSS chipset with a fully integrated 3-axis compass, it ensures complete situational awareness for drones, autonomous robots, and RC vehicles in complex environments.

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  🚀 Engineered for Precise Autonomous Missions

  Whether you’re running waypoint missions, mapping terrain, or simply flying FPV with GPS hold and Return-To-Home (RTH), this module ensures:

  • Precise GPS location fixes (±2.0m CEP)

  • Fast Time-to-First-Fix (TTFF) under 30 seconds (cold), <1 second (hot)

  • Stable heading control, even in windy or yaw-sensitive maneuvers

  • Seamless integration with mission software like Mission Planner, QGroundControl, etc.

  The integrated compass enables the flight controller to maintain heading stability during:

  • Hovering/Loiter

  • Auto-takeoff and landing

  • Autonomous missions with directional movement

  • Compass-based terrain-following

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  🔄 Pixhawk & APM: One GPS Module, Two Platforms

  This unit is pre-wired for Pixhawk with a 6-pin GH connector, and also includes an extra 4-pin GPS + 4-pin I2C adapter cable for direct plug-in to APM 2.6 or 2.8 boards.

  No modifications are needed:

  • Simply select the correct cable based on your controller

  • Perform compass calibration using your GCS (Ground Control Station)

  • Ready to fly in minutes

  This makes it an ideal choice for users upgrading from APM to Pixhawk, and for institutions supporting both platforms in parallel.

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  🧱 Build Quality and Protection

  • Durable enclosure protects the GPS and compass from moisture and impact

  • Clearly marked orientation arrow for correct alignment

  • Mounting foam or vibration-dampening pad included for accurate readings

  • Backup battery stores GNSS data for faster reacquisition after loss of power

  • Shielded PCB design minimizes electromagnetic interference

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  🧭 High-Precision Magnetometer (Compass)

  Integrated with HMC5883L or QMC5883L, the module supports:

  • Real-time yaw angle feedback

  • Magnetic declination adjustment

  • Automatic handover from internal to external compass (Pixhawk)

  • Orientation setting via Mission Planner (e.g., yaw180, roll90)

  This is critical for:

  • Maintaining yaw angle during GPS modes

  • Preventing “toilet bowl effect” caused by poor compass data

  • Return-To-Launch precision, even when drone has rotated or drifted

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  🌐 u-blox NEO-M8N GNSS Highlights

  • Up to 72-channel parallel tracking

  • Supports multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS)

  • Data refresh rate: 1–10Hz (ideal for fast drones)

  • Configurable using u-center software

  • Compatible with NMEA and UBX protocols

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  📊 Real-World Use Scenarios

  Use Case	How This Module Helps
  Mapping Drones	High update rate improves GPS stamping for photos
  Agricultural UAVs	Stable GPS for spraying or surveying
  FPV Racing Practice	Use GPS Hold mode for precision hovering
  Autonomous Boats	Heading + position ensures straight path
  Education	APM + Pixhawk support in one unit = reusable hardware

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  📦 What’s Inside the Package

  • 1× NEO-M8N GPS Module with Compass

  • 1× 6-pin GH cable (for Pixhawk 2.4.8, Cube, etc.)

  • 1× 4-pin GPS + 4-pin Compass cable (for APM 2.6 / 2.8)

  • 1× Vibration-dampening foam or double-sided pad

  • 1× Static-safe packaging

  • 1× Pre-installed backup battery

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  ✅ Why Choose This Module Over Others

  • ✔️ Supports both old (APM) and new (Pixhawk) systems

  • ✔️ Reliable heading + GPS in one compact module

  • ✔️ No driver or firmware flashing needed

  • ✔️ Works immediately with ArduPilot and PX4

  • ✔️ Strong satellite lock even in moderate EMI

  • ✔️ Best-in-class accuracy for its size and price

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• Why Choose Lofty AgroTech?

  When building or servicing agricultural drones in India, Lofty AgroTech stands out as a reliable and innovative partner. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of why we choose Lofty AgroTech:

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  1️⃣ DPIIT-Recognized Innovation

  • Lofty AgroTech is officially recognized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Govt. of India.
    🏅 This certification ensures quality, credibility, and government endorsement as a genuine Indian AgriTech innovator.

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  2️⃣ Tailored for Indian Farming Conditions

  • Their drone components—including GPS modules, landing gear, frames, and spraying systems—are designed and tested for Indian climates:

    • Heat, dust, and humidity-resistant

    • Compatible with crops like paddy, cotton, and sugarcane

  • Engineered specifically for Indian fields, not generic imports.

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  3️⃣ Complete Hardware Ecosystem

  • Lofty AgroTech provides GPS modules, drone frames, landing gear, sprayer accessories, flight controllers, and telemetry—all under one roof.

  • Ideal for building integrated systems that work seamlessly together from day one.

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  4️⃣ Plug-and-Play Convenience

  • Products like the NZ Mini GPS Module are pre-configured for Betaflight/Cleanflight, and hardware parts fit standard UAV systems perfectly.

  • No firmware flashing or awkward adapters—just plug, play, and fly.

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  5️⃣ Strong Local Support & Spare Parts

  • Fast shipping across India without customs delays.

  • Dedicated after-sales support via phone or chat—real help when you’re in the field or repairing.

  • Access to common spares, making downtime less likely.

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  6️⃣ Academic & Startup Partnerships

  • Lofty AgroTech collaborates with colleges, R&D centers, and agri-tech startups, providing drone kits, hardware training, and workshops.

  • Their products are trusted in STEM labs, contests, innovator incubators, and proof-of-concept tests.

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  7️⃣ Proven Quality & Real-World Performance

  • Uses industrial-grade components like u‑blox GPS chips, carbon fiber, and rugged nylon.

  • Field-tested in Indian conditions to ensure reliability for crop spraying, mapping, and monitoring.

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  8️⃣ Educator & Builder-Friendly

  • Their hardware encourages hands-on learning and experimentation without requiring advanced drone expertise.

  • Ideal for drone clubs, agricultural training, hobbyist builders—even first-time users.

  Feature	Why It Matters
  ✅ DPIIT-recognition	Official credibility and national support
  ✅ India-ready design	Handles dust, heat, and rugged farm terrain
  ✅ Full ecosystem of parts	One-stop for drone assembly & upgrading
  ✅ Pre-tuned hardware	Speeds up deployment without tech hassles
  ✅ Quick support & spares	Minimized downtime in remote locations
  ✅ Academic collaborations	Builds future tech, research, and innovation
  ✅ High-grade materials	Long-lasting and dependable in tough use
  ✅ User-friendly for all levels	Great for experts, educators, and first-timers

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  🎁 Institutional Support & Educational Offers

  At Lofty Agrotech, we believe in empowering innovation through education. As drone technology becomes a cornerstone of engineering, agriculture, and automation studies, we’re committed to supporting students, educators, and institutions with resources that go far beyond commercial transactions.

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  🎓 Designed for Academia & R&D

  We actively collaborate with:

  • Engineering colleges for final year drone and mechatronics projects

  • Technical universities integrating UAVs into curriculum

  • Research institutions and innovation labs exploring drone-based solutions

  • Polytechnic and diploma-level institutions for hands-on drone skill-building

  🏫 We’ve supported 70+ institutions across India with high-quality parts, build assistance, and curriculum alignment.

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  🧑‍🏫 Exclusive Educational Discounts

  We offer special pricing structures tailored for learning environments:

  • Flat % discounts for verified student and faculty orders

  • Price waivers or bundle deals on bulk quantities and lab kits

  • Custom billing for college purchase departments and project grants

  • GST-compliant invoicing for smooth procurement workflows

  💡 Every rupee saved can be invested back into your learning journey.

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  🧰 Build Kits for Projects, Labs & Hackathons

  We supply custom FPV and drone kits designed for:

  • Final year projects on AI, computer vision, agriculture drones, etc.

  • Hackathons and technical fests where fast assembly and reliable parts matter

  • Drone training labs needing repeatable, standard setups for multiple students

  • Demo-ready prototypes for academic exhibitions and competitions

  Each kit can include:

  • Frame + motors + ESCs + flight controller + camera

  • GPS + battery straps + antennas + GoPro mounts

  • Wiring, build guide PDFs, and phone-based setup assistance

  🧩 Tell us your use-case — we’ll build the right kit for your classroom or competition.

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  🧑‍🔬 Documentation & Tech Support for Reports

  We assist students and mentors with:

  • Detailed datasheets and specs for every part purchased

  • Pre-filled or editable bill of materials (BOM) for submission

  • Reference photos, connection diagrams, and PID tuning guides

  • Help with design justification, component selection, and technical write-ups

  📘 Save time, avoid confusion, and meet academic documentation standards with our help.

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  🤝 Long-Term Collaboration Opportunities

  For colleges looking to scale their UAV programs, we provide:

  • Campus-wide drone lab setup consultations

  • Mentorship tie-ups with our engineering team

  • Joint research support in AI-agriculture, delivery drones, and aerial surveillance

  • Feature coverage of college builds and success stories on our platforms

  📢 Let’s build visibility for your institution while equipping students for tomorrow’s UAV jobs.

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  ✅ Verified brand components
  ✅ Discounted educational pricing
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  ✅ Hassle-free procurement

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  📩 Contact us today via WhatsApp or email with your institution name, project scope, and component list. We’ll take it from there—professionally and promptly.

  ✅ Your Trusted FPV Partner in India

  At Lofty Agrotech, we’re not just another online drone store—we’re your go-to partner for everything FPV and drone-related. From high-performance gear to educational guidance, we’re here to help you build, fly, learn, and evolve with confidence.

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   Made for the Indian FPV Scene

  We understand the unique challenges Indian drone pilots and builders face:

  • Import restrictions and part availability

  • Delivery delays from international suppliers

  • Lack of after-sale guidance from foreign retailers

  That’s why we built Lofty Agrotech—to provide a local, reliable, and technically strong alternative that delivers both speed and trust.

  📦 From Tamil Nadu to Tripura, we’ve shipped high-quality drone parts to over 1200+ Indian locations and counting.

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  We are more than sellers—we are curators, educators, and enthusiasts who live the drone lifestyle.

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  We’ve grown not by pushing sales—but by earning trust:

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    Every product listed has been tested, reviewed, or recommended by our team. We build our own drones, fly with the same gear, and know what works best for:

    • Freestyle FPV

    • Long-range drones

    • Survey drones for agriculture

    • Academic R&D projects

    🎯 Our credibility comes from hands-on experience, not marketing fluff.

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