APM 2.8 Flight ControllerSKU 5008

Quadcopter & Drones

APM 2.8 Flight Controller

₹4,999

01 — About

What it does

The APM 2.8 Flight Controller is the classic Arduino-based open-source autopilot that pioneered accessible drone autonomy. It provides flight stabilization, GPS navigation, and waypoint control for multirotors, fixed-wing aircraft, and rovers.

Key features

  • Arduino Mega 2560 based open-source autopilot
  • 6-axis IMU (accelerometer + gyro)
  • Built-in compass and barometer
  • GPS navigation with waypoint support
  • Multiple flight modes
  • MAVLink compatible
  • Large community support and documentation

Good to know

  • APM 2.8 is legacy – consider Pixhawk for new builds
  • Requires external GPS and compass modules
  • Use Mission Planner software for setup and calibration
  • ATmega2560 processing limits advanced features
  • Power module recommended for voltage/current monitoring
  • Jumper JP1 removed when using external power module

02 — Datasheet

Specifications

12
Processor
ATmega2560 + ATmega32U2
IMU
MPU6000
Barometer
MS5611
Compass
HMC5883L
PWM Outputs
12
UART Ports
4
Analog Inputs
4
GPS Port
UART
Telemetry Port
UART
Firmware
ArduPilot (APM)
Dimensions
70mm x 45mm
Weight
36g