Overview
The Beitian BE-525 is a GNSS GPS module product_type designed for Pixhawk-based drones used in light shows and aerial survey. It features a built-in ceramic antenna, multi-system GNSS reception (GPS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSS/SBAS as supported by the module), TTL-level output, and NMEA/UBX protocols. Model options shown include BE-525, BK-525, and BH-525.
Key Features
- GNSS receiver module with built-in ceramic antenna
- Dual output protocols: NMEA, UBX
- TTL output level
- Supports hot, warm, and cold start command settings
- With FLASH (configuration retained when power is off)
- Indicator status:
- PPS light: not lit if not positioned; starts flashing after 3D positioning
- TX light: power on blue light flashes; indicates there are several outputs
- Safety on/off key
- Electronic compass: QMC5883L (stated for the series)
- Pi-type antenna network design, impedance matching (50Ω), antenna VSWR below 1.6
Specifications
| Parameter | BK-525 | BE-525 | BH-525 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip | M9140-KB | M10050 | B1301N |
| Working mode | GPS L1 C/A, QZSS L1 C/A/S, GLONASS L1OF, BDS B1I, Galileo E1B/C, SBAS L1 C/A: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN | GPS L1 C/A, QZSS L1 C/A/S, BDS B1I/B1C, Galileo E1B/C, SBAS L1 C/A: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN | GPS L1, GLONASS G1, BDS B1, GALILEO E1, QZSS L1, SBAS L1, IRNSS |
| Channel | 92 Searching Channel | N/A | 120 |
| Recapture | Cold start -148dBm; Hot Start -159dBm | Cold start -148dBm; Hot Start -160dBm | Cold start -148dBm; Hot Start -160dBm |
| Horizontal | 1.5 m CEP | 2.0 m CEP | 1.5 m CEP |
| Velocity | 0.05m/s | 0.05m/s | 0.1m/s |
| PPS time accuracy | RMS 30ns; 99% 60ns | RMS 30ns; 99% 60ns | - |
| Acquisition | Cold start 24s; Hot start 2s; Aided start 2s | Cold start 27s; Hot start 1s; Aided start 1s | Cold start 28s; Hot Start 1s; AGPS Time To First Fix 1.5s |
| Baud rate (bps) | 4800bps - 921600bps, Default 115200bps | 4800bps - 921600bps, default 115200bps | 9600~2000000bps, default 115200bps, support sleep mode |
| Output level | TTL | TTL | TTL |
| Output protocol | NMEA, UBX | NMEA, UBX | NMEA, UBX |
| Frequency of updates | 0.25Hz-25Hz, default 1Hz | 0.25Hz-18Hz, default 1Hz | 1~20Hz (default: 10Hz) |
| FLASH | With FLASH | With FLASH | With FLASH |
| Seconds pulse | Configurable from 0.25 Hz to 10 MHz | Configurable from 0.25 Hz to 10 MHz | - |
| Gravitational acceleration | high 80,000m; speed 500m/s; Gravitational acceleration <4g | high 80,000m; speed 500m/s; Gravitational acceleration <4g | High 50,000m; Speed 500m/s; Gravitational Acceleration <4g |
| Voltage | DC 3.6V-5.5V, typical: 5.0V | DC 3.6V-5.5V, typical: 5.0V | DC 3.6V-5.5V, typical: 5.0V |
| Current | 25mA/5.0V | 30mA/5.0V | 20mA/5.0V |
| Size | Φ50*14.5mm | Φ50*14.5mm | Φ50*14.5mm |
| Weight | 33g | 33g | 33g |
| Connector | 1.00mm 10pins connector | 1.00mm 10pins connector | 1.00mm 10pins connector |
| Cable length | 26cm | 26cm | 26cm |
| Operating temperature | Operating -40°C ~ +85°C; Storage -40°C ~ +105°C | Operating -40°C ~ +85°C; Storage -40°C ~ +105°C | Operating -40°C ~ +85°C; Storage -40°C ~ +105°C |
| Compass | QMC5883L | QMC5883L | QMC5883L |
Applications
- Pixhawk / APM / flight controller navigation integration
- Drone light show positioning
- Aerial survey and mapping workflows
- FPV and fixed-wing aircraft navigation setups
Support
For product selection help (BE-525 / BK-525 / BH-525) and integration questions, contact support@rcdrone.top or visit https://rcdrone.top/.
Details

Compare the BK-525, BE-525 and BH-525 options at a glance, including channels, update rate, and supported GNSS systems.

Designed for FPV and fixed-wing builds, the compact puck-style GNSS module integrates cleanly with Pixhawk setups.

Hot, warm, and cold start commands help speed acquisition, with positioning performance tuned for reliable lock in the field.

TTL-level output with NMEA/UBX protocol support makes it easy to match common autopilot settings and update-rate needs.

Status LEDs and a safety on/off key provide quick feedback during setup, while the antenna matching network supports stable reception.

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