RadioLink TS100 Mini M8N Navigation Module

Product Description: The compact RadioLink TS100 mini M8N navigation module is designed for precise real-time positioning and navigation of radio-controlled models. The module provides stable positioning and high-frequency data updates, allowing confident model control even over long distances.

Manufacturer: Radiolink

Category: Drones and Quadcopters / Drone Accessories

Key Features

• GPS Chip: U-BLOX M8030 (Radiolink M8N) with U-Blox UBX-M8030 technology and a 72-channel receiver for reliable and fast satellite acquisition.
• Compass: Built-in QMC5883L (HMC5983 equivalent) for accurate direction sensing and enhanced orientation precision.
• Antenna: Ceramic antenna with 2.5 dBi gain for improved signal reception.
• Signal Filtering: Dual Murata Surface Acoustic Wave Filter (SAWF) for stable operation in noisy environments.
• Compatibility: Suitable for Pixhawk and Mini-Pix flight controllers with firmware version 3.5.4 or higher.
• Interface: UART for GPS and I2C for the geomagnetic sensor.

Technical Specifications

• Model: TS100 mini M8N GPS
• Chip: U-BLOX M8030
• Number of Channels: 72
• Supported Systems: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS
• Communication Interface: UART (GPS), I2C (geomagnetic)
• Positioning Accuracy: up to 50 centimeters
• Measurement Rate (Resolution): 0.1 m/s
• Maximum Operating Altitude: up to 50000 m
• Maximum Object Speed: up to 515 m/s
• Average Data Update Rate: up to 10 Hz
• Acceleration: up to 4G
• Sensitivity:
  • Tracking & Navigation: -167 dBm
  • Reacquisition: -163 dBm
  • Cold Start: -151 dBm
  • Hot Start: -159 dBm
• Time To First Fix (TTFF):
  • Cold Start: 26 seconds
  • Hot Start: 1 second
• Power Supply: 5V DC, 50–55 mA consumption
• Dimensions: 32 × 30 × 12 mm
• Weight: 20 grams

Practical Application: The TS100 mini M8N is ideal for hobbyist and semi-professional models: quadcopters, flying models, and other radio-controlled devices where positioning accuracy and signal stability are critical. Thanks to support for multiple satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS), the module ensures reliable reception even in challenging urban environments or with limited sky visibility.

Advantages of Use: Compact size and low weight allow easy integration of the module into various platforms without significant mass increase; high update rate and positioning accuracy enhance the safety of Return-to-Home (RTH) and automatic mission execution; compatibility with Pixhawk and Mini-Pix simplifies installation and setup in popular flight controllers.

Overall, the RadioLink TS100 Mini M8N is a reliable and compact GPS navigation module from Radiolink, combining a modern U-BLOX chip, a high-quality antenna, a magnetic sensor, and effective signal filtering for stable operation in demanding conditions.

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