Pixhawk 6X Mini
Besteld: Pixhawk 6X × 1 — Mini baseboard / PM02D
Store: https://holybro.com/products/pixhawk-6x (variant Mini / PM02D)
Docs: https://docs.holybro.com/autopilot/pixhawk-6x/overview
Mini ports: https://docs.holybro.com/autopilot/pixhawk-baseboards/pixhawk-mini-baseboard-ports
Standard v2 ports: https://docs.holybro.com/autopilot/pixhawk-baseboards/pixhawk-baseboard-v2-ports
FMUv6X flight controller with the Mini baseboard. Same autopilot module as the full Pixhawk 6X; smaller I/O board for compact airframes such as the AOS UL8 V5. Runs PX4 and ArduPilot (Pixhawk6X).
Pixhawk 6X vs Pixhawk 6X Mini
Holybro sells one Pixhawk 6X flight-controller module (SKU 11073). You choose the baseboard that plugs onto it:
| Pixhawk 6X (Standard) | Pixhawk 6X Mini (this build) | |
|---|---|---|
| FC module | Same FMUv6X (STM32H753, triple IMU, dual baro, Ethernet PHY) | Same |
| Baseboard | Standard v2A / v2B (aluminum) | Mini |
| Baseboard size | ~52.4 × 102 × 16.7 mm | ~43.4 × 72.8 × 14.2 mm |
| Baseboard weight | ~51–72 g (source-dependent) | ~26.5 g |
| Typical use | Larger drones, many peripherals | Compact long-range / FPV-style frames |
| Ports | Full Standard set | Reduced — see matrix below |
| Mount | Larger footprint | 30.5 mm stack-friendly, fits AOS UL8 V5 |
| Kit we bought | — | Mini + PM02D digital power module |
In short: the “brain” is identical; Mini is the compact baseboard. Full port matrix: ports-vergelijking.md.
Port reservation (locked)
Fixed assignment for this build. Change only via docs update.
| Port | ArduPilot | Device | Docs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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POWER1 | digital PM | PM02D | power + I2C telem |
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TELEM1 | SERIAL1 | LD-06 | PROTOCOL=11, baud 230400 |
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TELEM2 | SERIAL2 | XR4 ELRS | CRSF PROTOCOL=23 · setup |
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GPS1 | SERIAL3 | Micro M9N | GPS + compass + safety |
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GPS2 | SERIAL4 | spare | — |
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CAN1 | DroneCAN | CAN Hub → F9P + H-Flow | mount: 07 |
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MAIN OUT | PWM / DShot | Pacer 60A V2 → F100 ×4 | props: LR8×4.2×3 |
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USB-C (module) | SERIAL0 | GCS / flash | Mission Planner |
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I2C / ETH / AUX | — | spare | — |
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SBUS RC / DSM | — | unused | RC via XR4 on TELEM2 |
Frame: AOS UL8 V5 · TX: TX16S MK3 MAX · cables: Mini cable set.
Not on Mini: POWER2 · TELEM3 · CAN2 · UART4&I2C · SPI · AD&IO · USB JST-GH.
Ports — Standard vs Mini
| Connector | Standard v2 | Mini | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER1 | ✅ | ✅ | PM02D |
| POWER2 | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| TELEM1 | ✅ | ✅ | LD-06 |
| TELEM2 | ✅ | ✅ | XR4 |
| TELEM3 | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| GPS1 | ✅ | ✅ | Micro M9N |
| GPS2 | ✅ | ✅ | spare |
| CAN1 | ✅ | ✅ | Hub + F9P + H-Flow |
| CAN2 | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| UART4 & I2C | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| I2C (4-pin) | ✅ | ✅ | spare |
| SPI | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| ETH | ✅ | ✅ | spare |
| USB JST-GH | ✅ | ❌ | USB-C on module |
| AD&IO | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| AUX & RSSI (separate) | ✅ | ❌ | — |
| RC IN / SBUS RC | ✅ RC IN | ✅ SBUS RC | unused (ELRS) |
| DSM RC | ✅ | ✅ | unused |
| MAIN OUT (8×) | ✅ | ✅ | Pacer / F100 |
| AUX OUT (8×) | ✅ | ✅ | spare |
| FMU / IO Debug | ✅ | ✅ | development |
Present on Mini
POWER1 · TELEM1 · TELEM2 · GPS1 · GPS2 · CAN1 · I2C · ETH · DSM RC · SBUS RC · MAIN OUT · AUX OUT · debug ports · USB-C on the FC module.
Missing on Mini (vs Standard)
POWER2 · TELEM3 · CAN2 · UART4&I2C combo · SPI · AD&IO · USB JST-GH · separate AUX&RSSI block.
Notes for this build
- Digital power module (PM02D) on POWER1 only — no POWER2 backup path.
- ELRS on TELEM2 / SERIAL2 (CRSF), not SBUS/RC IN.
- LD-06 on TELEM1 / SERIAL1 (Lidar360).
- Pinouts:
holybro-mini-baseboard-ports.md, Standard snapshotholybro-baseboard-v2-ports.md. - Stack mount: 30.5×30.5 mm on the AOS UL8 V5.
Sources
- Store: holybro.com — Pixhawk 6X
- Overview: docs.holybro.com — Pixhawk 6X
- Mini ports: docs.holybro.com
- Standard v2 ports: docs.holybro.com
- Local comparison: ports-vergelijking.md
Decision report
What it is
Holybro Pixhawk 6X flight-controller module (FMUv6X: STM32H753, triple IMU, dual baro) op een Mini-baseboard. Dezelfde “computer” als Standard 6X; kleinere I/O-board.
What it’s for
Autopilot voor ArduPilot Copter: stabilisatie, missies, RTK/GPS, DroneCAN-sensoren, ELRS-RC. Kern van de UL8-build.
Our choice
Pixhawk 6X Mini + PM02D — licht (~26 g baseboard), 30.5 mm stack, genoeg poorten voor GPS1, CAN1, TELEM1/2, MAIN OUT. Gekozen boven Standard vanwege gewicht/formaat op AOS UL8.
Alternatives (approx. prices)
| Alternative | ≈ prijs | When |
|---|---|---|
| Pixhawk 6X Standard v2 | ≈ €290–340 (kit) | Meer UARTs, POWER2, SPI, AD&IO |
| Pixhawk 6C / 6C Mini | ≈ €180–280 | Goedkoper, minder IMU-redundantie dan 6X |
| CubePilot Cube Orange+ | ≈ €450–800 | Premium industrieel / carrier-ecosysteem |
| Matek / SpeedyBee H743 “solder FC” | ≈ €50–120 | Lichter/goedkoper FPV; minder Pixhawk-standaard & redundantie |
Online tests & reviews
- Pixhawk 6 vs 6C vs 6X vs Mini (2026) — heldere productlijn-vergelijking.
- JOUAV FC guide — Pixhawk 6X vs Cube — professionele keuzematrix.
- ArduPilot Discourse: Pixhawk vs solder FC — community over IMU-heater, IOMCU, weight.
- Docs: Holybro Pixhawk 6X · ArduPilot Pixhawk6X
Product Info
Pixhawk 6X
- Handle:
pixhawk-6x - Vendor: PCBA
- Product type: Flight Controller
- Store URL: https://holybro.com/products/pixhawk-6x
Description
Key Design Points Redundancy: 3x ICM-45686 IMU sensors ( ±32g) with BalancedGyro™ technology & 2x Barometer sensors High-performance STM32H753 Processor with a clock speed of up to 480 MHz Modular flight controller: separated IMU, FMU, and Base system connected by a 100-pin & a 50-pin Pixhawk® Bus connector. Triple redundancy domains: Completely isolated sensor domains with separate buses and separate power control All-New advanced durable vibration isolation material with resonance frequency in the higher spectrum Ethernet interface for high-speed mission computer integration. Transformerless can be achieved using 50 Ohm termination resistors at the target device ( AN2190 50 Ohm termination ). Temperature-controlled IMU board, allowing the optimum working temperature of IMUs Hardware switchable 3.3V or 5V signal mode (requires baseboard modification) Digital power module support for better voltage and current data accuracy All new Vibration Isolation Design This new vibration isolation design uses the same c ustom-formulated durable isolation material as the Pixhawk 6X Pro , instead of the traditional foam design . B acked by extensive R&D and testing , it offers optimal IMU damping characteristics with a resonance frequency in the higher spectrum, perfect for industrial and commercial drones. Note: The Rev 8 Version is supported in the PX4 1.14.3 release or later, as well as the Ardupilot 4.5.0 stable release or later. It ships with PX4 firmware by default. The user can also use the Ardupilot firmware by flashing the firmware via Mission Planner or QGroundControl. Power module comparison chart Specification Processors & Sensors FMU Processor: STM32H753 32 Bit Arm® Cortex®-M7, 480MHz, 2MB flash memory, 1MB RAM IO Processor: STM32F103 32 Bit Arm® Cortex®-M3, 72MHz, 64KB SRAM On-board sensors (Shipping Currently, Rev8) Accel/Gyro: 3x ICM-45686 (with BalancedGyro™ Technology) Barometer: ICP20100 & BMP388/580/581 Mag: BMM150 NXP EdgeLock SE050 Plug & Trust hardware secure element Electrical data Voltage Ratings: Max input voltage: 6V USB Power Input: 4.75~5.25V Servo Rail Input: 0~36V Current Ratings: Telem1 & GPS2 combined current limit: 1.5A All other ports combined current limit: 1.5A PWM Signal Voltage: Default 3.3V (Adjustable to 5V with a change onboard resistor) Operating Temperature: -25-85°C Mechanical data Dimensions Flight Controller Module: 38.8 x 31.8 x 16.8mm Standard Baseboard: 52.4 x 102 x 16.7mm ( Aluminum ) Mini Baseboard: 43.4 x 72.8 x 14.2 mm Weight Flight Controller Module: 31.3g Standard Baseboard: 72.5g ( Aluminum) Mini Baseboard: 26.5g Reference Links Full Specification Pixhawk Baseboards Ports Power Module Setup Guide Dimensions Downloads Sample Wiring Diagram Latest info on Supported Firmware. For other technical information, please visit https://docs.holybro.com/. SKU 11073 includes: Pixhawk 6X Flight Controller Module Controller + Baseboard + Power Module Set includes: Pixhawk 6X Flight Controller Module Standard Baseboard v2A/v2B or Mini Baseboard PM02D HV Power Module Cable Set Accessories: Pixhawk PWM Cable for Tekko32 4in1 ESC Standard Baseboard Mounting Plate
Variants
- Standard v2A / PM02D: $320.98 — SKU
11073+18117+15011— available=None - Standard v2B / PM02D: $320.98 — SKU
11073+18125+15011— available=None - Mini / PM02D: $286.98 — SKU
11073+18074+15011— available=None - None (FC Module Only) / FC Module Only: $166.99 — SKU
11073— available=None
Options
- Pixhawk Baseboard Version: Standard v2A, Standard v2B, Mini, None (FC Module Only)
- Power Module: PM02D, FC Module Only
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