RadioLink PIX6 Open-source Autopilot Flight Controller with Dual Gyro, OSD, 16 PWM, RTK GPS, ArduPilot Compatible

Overview

The RadioLink PIX6 is a powerful and versatile open-source flight controller compatible with the ArduPilot ecosystem. It supports 16-channel output, dual-gyro redundancy, onboard OSD, and high-precision dual GPS positioning. Designed with both software and mechanical vibration damping, the PIX6 ensures high-accuracy flight control even at high speeds. Ideal for a wide range of vehicles, from drones and helicopters to VTOLs, submarines, and agricultural robots.

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Key Features

• ArduPilot Ecosystem Support: Fully compatible with ArduPilot, QGroundControl, Mission Planner, MAVSDK, MAVLink, ROS, and UAVCAN.

• Vibration Damping System: Dual-layer protection—software algorithm + mechanical damping—to ensure stable flight data.

• Dual Gyroscopes: Built-in BMI088 and ICM42688-P; auto-switch for redundancy and safety.

• OSD Module Integrated: Real-time FPV display of flight parameters—flight mode, GPS, voltage, speed, altitude, etc.

• Comprehensive Interfaces: CAN, I2C, SPI, USB, DSM, Telemetry, GPS1/GPS2, Switch, Buzzer, OSD, ADC inputs, and more.

• ESC Telemetry Support: Supports DShot bi-directional ESC telemetry.

• Video Transmission: Supports analog and HD digital video systems (DJI O3 Air Unit, Caddx Walksnail Avatar, etc.)

• Waypoint Navigation: Stores up to 724 waypoints (airplanes/cars), 718 for multicopters.

• Return-to-Home & GeoFence: Auto return when signal or voltage fails; geofence compliant with flight regulations.

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Application Scenarios

PIX6 is adaptable to a wide range of autonomous systems:

• Aerial: Flight formations, delivery drones, flying cars, agricultural drones, VTOL fixed-wing.

• Ground: Agricultural vehicles with RTK navigation, automatic row switching.

• Marine: Submarines, Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs).

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Advanced Capabilities

Automation Software Testing

Utilizes the same automation test platform as PIXHAWK and Mini Pix, enabling comprehensive testing from sensors to ports, ensuring consistent production quality.

RTK & Dual GPS Support

Supports high-accuracy RTK GPS and dual GPS modules to enhance anti-interference capability, positioning precision, and system reliability.

Rover & Base Station Modes

PIX6 can be used as an autonomous rover or a base station in precision agriculture and survey applications.

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Secondary Development & Customization

PIX6 is open-source and developer-friendly. The hardware definitions and firmware can be found here:
GitHub: Radiolink PIX6 in ArduPilot

Custom functions can be added based on project needs, offering a flexible and scalable solution for drone manufacturers and researchers.

Details

Open-source flight controllers for all models, reshaping productive forces. Features: CAN, DSM RC, telemetry, GPS, I2C, SPI, USB, power inputs, auxiliary outputs.

RadioLink PIX6 Flight Controller: Open-source compatible, vibration damping, 16 channels, dual-gyro, HD video, OSD integrated, cost-effective, DShot, ESC telemetry, comprehensive interfaces.

RadioLink PIX6 supports ArduPilot, QGC Mission Planner. Firmware updates via Radiolink, ArduPilot. Compatible with MAVSDK, MAVLink, ROS, UAVCAN. Source code available on GitHub.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller combines software and mechanical vibration damping for high-speed accuracy. Dual-gyro (BMI088, ICM42688-P) ensures safety with automatic switching for UAVs.

This product output is adaptable to various aircraft and vehicles. It supports dual-copters, tri-copters, quadcopters, hexacopters, octocopters, Y6 copters, X8 copters, helicopters, airplanes, VTOL fixed-wing vehicles, cars, boats, submarines, radar trackers, mowers, and agricultural vehicles. This product is suitable for various applications, including flight formation delivery drones, flying cars, agricultural drones, autonomous underwater vehicles, and more.

PIX6 flight controller integrates OSD for real-time gesture visualization. It displays flight direction, position, GPS data, battery status, and more, enhancing FPV flying experience with rich parameters and thoughtful setup.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller offers customizable functions, open-source code, unique automation software testing, cost-effective solutions, and comprehensive technical support. Features include CAN, DSM RC, telemetry ports, GPS, and power inputs.

Unique Automation Software Testing System ensures quality assurance for PIX6. It offers superior test efficiency compared to manual tests, guaranteeing every function's reliability through automated sensor-to-interface testing.

PIX6 Quality Tests compare Manual Detection and Unique Radiolink Automation Software Testing System. Manual Detection times: All function interfaces (9 min), Sensors (10 min), Output interfaces (4 min), RC interface (1 min), Power-on detection (1 min), Appearance and soldering (1 min), Total (25 min). Automation System times: All function interfaces (1 second), Sensors (1 second), Output interfaces (1 second), RC interface (1 second), Power-on detection (1 second), Appearance and soldering (1 second), Total (3 min). Automation significantly reduces testing time.

Cost-effective PIX6 with Radiolink's RTK positioning and auto-driving system. Ideal for agriculture, it maneuvers precisely, avoiding seedling damage. Builds smart farming solutions efficiently.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller for agricultural machinery, used as rover or base station.

The Pix6 dual GPS feature provides improved accuracy, security, and anti-interference capabilities with an external connection, ensuring reliable navigation and tracking results.

Auto Flight Following Waypoints, using a basic frequency of 216MHz with 2MB flash memory, 512K RAM, and 32KB FRAM Dataflash. This allows all operations to be traced and up to 718 waypoints can be stored for multi-copters or up to 724 waypoints for airplanes, cars, and boats.

Automatic Return, GeoFence ensures worry-free long-range voyages. Supports automatic return on signal loss or low voltage. Flies within legal airspace, adhering to drone regulations. Laptop displays mission planner settings.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller supports HD digital and analog video transmission. Connects RTK, telemetry, motors, ESCs, battery, power module, buzzer, airspeed sensor, safety switch, receiver, optical flow, and obstacle avoidance for comprehensive drone control.

Power module with wide voltage input (2-12S, 7.4-50.4V), max detection current 90A, BEC output 5.3±0.2V/2A. Select appropriate module for helicopters, fixed-wings, multi-copters, etc., based on installation needs.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller ensures easy installation and parameter setting. Supports remote control, receiver, SDK, intelligent ESC, RTK F9P, digital transmission, mission planner. Guidance available on multiple platforms.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller with CAN, telemetry, GPS, USB ports. Supports power, I2C, SPI, ADC inputs, and SBUS signals for receiver connection. Features auxiliary and main outputs for advanced settings and motor control.

RadioLink PIX6 flight controller with ports for CAN, GPS, telemetry, power, I2C, SPI, USB, and auxiliary outputs. Supports DSM receiver, analog-to-digital conversion, and safety switch functionality.

Flight controller with Type-C, SD card slot, CAN, GPS, USB ports. Dimensions: 95.5mm x 51.5mm x 15mm.

PIX6 flight control kit includes: PIX6, power module, buzzer, safety switch, 4G TF card, various connect cables, USB cable, Type-C cable, user manual, and packaging box.