{"product_id":"apm-28-flight-controller-board-with-built-in-compass-drone-uav","title":"APM 2.8 Flight Controller Board with Built-in Compass | Drone UAV","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAPM 2.8 Flight Controller Board with Built-in Compass for Drones and UAVs\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe APM 2.8 is a versatile open-source flight controller board designed for multirotor drones, quadcopters, and UAVs. It features an integrated compass (magnetometer), MPU-6000 6-axis gyroscope\/accelerometer, and a high-precision barometer. This board runs ArduPilot firmware, enabling autonomous flight modes, GPS waypoint navigation, and stabilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATmega2560 + ATmega32U-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPU-6000 (gyro\/accel), MS5611 (baro), HMC5883L (compass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–20V via power module or BEC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePWM Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 channels (up to 12 with PPM\/SBUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~33g (board only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 x 47 x 12 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutonomous quadcopter with GPS waypoint navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed-wing UAV with stabilisation and return-to-home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-rotor drone for aerial photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRover or boat with ArduPilot autonomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe APM 2.8 works with ArduPilot firmware and is compatible with most RC receivers (PWM, PPM, SBUS). It pairs directly with GPS modules like uBlox NEO-6M\/7M for navigation. Common combos include FPV camera transmitters and OSD modules for live video overlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect the power module to the PM port for voltage\/current sensing. I2C compass is on-board; ensure no external magnetometer conflicts when adding GPS. Use vibration damping mount for best gyro performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with ArduPilot and Mission Planner?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the APM 2.8 is fully compatible with ArduPilot (Copter, Plane, Rover) and can be configured using Mission Planner software via USB.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the built-in compass work, or do I need an external one?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe on-board HMC5883L compass works well, but for heavy current setups, an external compass\/GPS module is recommended to avoid magnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the maximum current rating for the output rails?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe servo rail can supply up to 10A combined from a dedicated BEC; the board itself draws less than 500mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. The handoff document is also trained to help you troubleshoot the majority of problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Compoden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53445030347117,"sku":"CDN-0803","price":4670.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3997\/5533\/files\/image_1_ba901d53-c65b-4058-8fda-517018231143.jpg?v=1781512957","url":"https:\/\/compoden.com\/products\/apm-28-flight-controller-board-with-built-in-compass-drone-uav","provider":"Compoden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}