U-blox NEO-6M Compatible GPS Module

Rating:

96% of 100

This GPS module is well known amongst the community and is often used with the ArduCopter gear. At the core is a U-blox Neo-6 GPS receiver which has advanced power management and anti-jamming technology. The module takes care of all the hardware requirements leaving only 4 connections to your micro/external application (Vcc RX TX Gnd).

$7.55 AUD, inc GST

$6.86 AUD, exc GST

In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM
Fastest delivery: Tomorrow* Disclaimer:
The shipping address needs to be in the AusPost next day network and eParcel Express is chosen during checkout. On rare occasions, orders may be delayed by up to one business day due to AusPost pickup timings or for order verifications.

Quantity Discounts:

5-15 $6.73 (exc GST)
15+ $6.52 (exc GST)

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Restrictions apply to this equipment as it uses button/coin cell batteries:

The equipment is intended to be used in trades, professions or industries
The equipment is not intended for sale to the general public
The equipment is not intended to be used where children are present
You are aware that this equipment may not meet child safety testing requirements as it is not intended to be used by consumers or general public, but rather, is intended to be used in trades, professions or industries in conjunction with the limitations and restrictions listed above
You are aware that these restrictions are due to a change in A ustralian legislation in 2022 for button/coin cell batteries

Button Battery Warning

A declaration of use will need to be submitted during checkout.

You don't need to be a copter-expert to use this device! Just power it up and within a few moments you will have continuous GPS data being sent from the TX on the module.

The GPS module can be powered using 5V or 3.3V thanks to an onboard regulator. The device itself operates at 3.3V so the TX and RX IO are strictly 3.3V which will be enough to drive normal 5V microcontrollers. Please use a logic converter if you are using the RX on this module, otherwise, you are at risk of permanently damaging the GPS.

Features:

Standalone GPS receiver
9600 baud (default setting; can be changed)
Uses a XC6204B2K voltage regulator, so it can take 3.3V and 5V operating voltages.
3.3V TTL IOs; (FYI, the TX 3.3V 'high' state will be sufficient to drive normal 5V microcontroller TTL inputs without additional hardware)
Onboard LED which flashes to indicate lock
U-blox NEO-6M GPS module
Under 1 second time-to-first-fix for hot and aided starts
Indoor GPS: -162 dBm tracking sensitivity
Anti-jamming technology
Supports SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) for global coverage using multiple GPS networks.
U-blox 6 50 channel positioning engine with over 2 million effective correlators
Timepulse (requires PIN 3 on the board to be tapped into)
5Hz position update rate
Operating temperature range: -40 TO 85°C
UART TTL socket
EEprom to store settings
Dimensions: 35mm L x 26mm W x 12mm D (antenna dimensions of 25mm x 25mm x 10mm)

Documents:

NEO-6 Datasheet

This product is listed in:

Wireless>GPS>Modules
Sensors>GPS and Location

Product Comments

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We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):

$3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
$7+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
$11+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.

Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.

Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.

International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:

$12+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
$16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)

If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.

Our physical address (here's a PDF which includes other key business details):

Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia

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