APM 2.8 Flight Controller with Built-in Compass

The APM 2.8 Flight Controller is a widely used open-source autopilot system that provides a comprehensive set of features for controlling the flight and navigation of drones, including multirotors, fixed-wing aircraft, and other UAVs. It includes advanced sensors, such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, and a built-in compass, and can be configured to work with a variety of airframes.

Key Features:

Versatile Compatibility: APM 2.8 is compatible with various types of drones, including quadcopters, hexacopters, octocopters, traditional planes, and other unmanned aircraft.

Advanced Sensors:

Accelerometer: The accelerometer measures acceleration forces and helps maintain level flight and stability.
Gyroscope: The gyroscope detects rotational motion and contributes to precise attitude control.
Built-in Compass: The integrated compass provides reliable heading information, allowing the autopilot to maintain a consistent heading and navigate accurately.
GPS Integration: APM 2.8 supports external GPS modules, enabling features like waypoint navigation, return-to-home (RTL), and geofencing. GPS data is also used for accurate position estimation.

Barometer: Some versions of APM 2.8 include a barometer for measuring altitude, enabling functions like altitude hold and terrain following.

On-Screen Display (OSD): It supports an OSD system for real-time telemetry data, including altitude, airspeed, voltage, and more, which can be displayed on FPV goggles or monitors.

Configurable Flight Modes: The flight controller can be set up to operate in various flight modes, such as stabilized mode, altitude hold, GPS-assisted modes (e.g., Loiter and Position Hold), and manual mode.

Open-Source Firmware: APM 2.8 runs open-source firmware, most commonly based on ArduPilot or APM:Copter firmware. The open-source nature allows for community-driven development and customization.

Comprehensive Ground Control Software: It is typically configured and monitored using ground control software like Mission Planner or APM Planner 2.0, offering a user-friendly interface for setup and real-time data monitoring.

Telemetry Support: The APM 2.8 can be paired with telemetry systems, such as radio modems, for long-range communication between the drone and a ground station.

Built-In Safety Features: The APM firmware often includes safety features, such as fail-safes and return-to-home functions, to protect the drone in the event of signal loss or other emergencies.

Mission Planning: The flight controller supports waypoint-based mission planning, allowing you to program the drone to follow specific paths and execute tasks autonomously.

Expandable and Upgradable: APM 2.8 supports expansion through additional sensors and modules, giving you the flexibility to add features like lidar, optical flow sensors, and more.

Features :
Straight Needle
Arduino Compatible
Onboard 4 MegaByte Dataflash chip for automatic data logging.
Optional off-board GPS, a uBlox LEA-6H module with Compass.
One of the first open-source autopilot systems to use Invensense’s 6 DoF Accelerometer/Gyro MPU-6000.
Barometric pressure sensor upgraded to MS5611-01BA03, from Measurement Specialties.
Atmel’s ATMEGA2560 and ATMEGA32U-2 chips for processing and USB functions respectively.

Model: APM 2.8
Input Voltage (V): 12-16 V.
Processor: ATMEGA2560 and ATMEGA32U-2
Dimensions (mm) LxWxH: 70 x 45 x 15

Package Included:
1× APM 2.8 Multicopter Flight Controller.
2× Connecting Wires.