Overview
The Ublox NEO-6M GPS Module is a compact, high-performance GPS receiver that brings accurate positioning to your projects. Trusted by makers and engineers worldwide, this module delivers reliable satellite tracking with exceptional sensitivity, even in challenging environments. Whether you're building a drone, a vehicle tracker, or a navigation system, the NEO-6M provides the precision and stability you need.
Key Features
- High Sensitivity: -161 dBm tracking capability ensures strong signal acquisition, even indoors or under tree cover.
- Battery Backup: Integrated rechargeable battery maintains ephemeris data for faster cold starts and improved performance.
- Low Power Consumption: Ideal for battery-powered projects, with power-saving modes to extend operational life.
- UART Interface: Simple serial communication (TTL) makes it easy to interface with microcontrollers like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and STM32.
- Built-in Antenna: Ceramic patch antenna for out-of-the-box functionality; external antenna option available for enhanced reception.
- Position Accuracy: 2.5m CEP (Circular Error Probable) for precise location data.
Technical Specifications
- Receiver Type: 50-channel u-blox 6 engine
- Frequency: L1 1575.42 MHz
- Position Accuracy: 2.5m CEP (SBAS: 2.0m)
- Velocity Accuracy: 0.1 m/s
- Acquisition Times: Cold start: 27s, Warm start: 27s, Hot start: 1s
- Sensitivity: Tracking: -161 dBm, Acquisition: -148 dBm
- Maximum Altitude: 50,000m
- Maximum Velocity: 500 m/s
- Serial Interface: UART (3.3V TTL, default baud 9600)
- Supply Voltage: 2.7V - 3.6V (onboard 3.3V regulator for 5V input)
- Current Consumption: ~45mA at acquisition, ~30mA at tracking
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Dimensions: 25mm x 35mm x 7mm (approx.)
Applications & Use Cases
- Drone and UAV Navigation: Provide precise positioning for autonomous flight and return-to-home functions.
- Vehicle Tracking: Build real-time GPS trackers for cars, bikes, or assets.
- Robotics: Enable location-aware robots for outdoor navigation and mapping.
- Logging and Telemetry: Record GPS data for sports, geocaching, or scientific research.
- IoT and Smart Devices: Integrate location services into IoT devices for asset management and monitoring.
What's Included
- 1x Ublox NEO-6M GPS Module (with ceramic patch antenna)
- 1x Battery (CR1225 or similar, pre-installed)
Compatibility
- Microcontrollers: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STM32, PIC, and any 3.3V/5V logic compatible system.
- Software: Works with standard GPS libraries (TinyGPS++, NeoGPS) and NMEA protocol.
- Antenna: Compatible with external active GPS antennas (u.FL connector) for improved performance.
MOKWN Recommendation
The Ublox NEO-6M is a proven workhorse for GPS projects. Its balance of cost, performance, and ease of use makes it an excellent starting point for beginners and a reliable component for advanced builds. For projects requiring higher update rates or multi-constellation support, consider our Ublox NEO-M8N or NEO-M9N modules. At MOKWN, we ensure genuine components with technical support for your success.
