BN-180 Smallest Mini Dual GLONASS+GPS
The BN-180 Mini Dual GLONASS + GPS Module is a compact and lightweight positioning module designed for drones, RC airplanes, and embedded navigation projects. Based on the M8030-KT chipset, it supports multiple satellite systems including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and SBAS for fast and accurate positioning. The module features 72 search channels, a TTL UART interface, and operates from 3.0V to 5.5V. With dimensions of only 18 × 18 × 6 mm and a weight of 4.9 g, the BN-180 is ideal for applications where size, weight, and positioning accuracy are critical.
وحدة BN-180 Mini Dual GLONASS + GPS هي وحدة تحديد مواقع صغيرة الحجم وخفيفة الوزن، مصممة للطائرات بدون طيار والطائرات اللاسلكية ومشاريع الملاحة المدمجة. تعتمد على شريحة M8030-KT وتدعم أنظمة الملاحة العالمية المتعددة مثل GPS وGLONASS وGalileo وBeiDou وQZSS وSBAS للحصول على تحديد موقع سريع ودقيق. تتميز بـ 72 قناة بحث وواجهة اتصال UART TTL، وتعمل بجهد من 3.0 فولت إلى 5.5 فولت. وبفضل أبعادها الصغيرة 18 × 18 × 6 مم ووزنها البالغ 4.9 جم، فهي مناسبة للتطبيقات التي تتطلب حجمًا صغيرًا ودقة عالية.
The BN-180 Mini Dual GLONASS + GPS Module is an ultra-compact GNSS positioning module designed for drones, RC aircraft, robotics, and embedded navigation systems. It integrates the M8030-KT GNSS chipset, offering reliable reception from multiple satellite constellations including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and SBAS.
The module provides up to 72 search channels, enabling fast satellite acquisition and stable positioning even in challenging environments. With a tracking sensitivity of -167 dBm and horizontal positioning accuracy of 2 meters CEP, the BN-180 delivers precise navigation performance for aerial and ground-based applications.
Communication is handled through a UART TTL interface, supporting baud rates from 4800 bps to 921600 bps, with 9600 bps as the default setting. The module outputs standard NMEA-0183 messages and also supports the UBX protocol for advanced configuration.
Its compact dimensions of 18 × 18 × 6 mm and lightweight design of only 4.9 g make it especially suitable for space-constrained applications such as mini drones and portable navigation devices.
The BN-180 includes onboard status LEDs for data transmission and GPS fix indication, making system monitoring simple during development and operation.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | BN-180 Mini Dual GLONASS + GPS Module |
| Chipset | M8030-KT |
| Dimensions | 18 × 18 × 6 mm |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Connector | 4-Pin, 1.0 mm Pitch |
| Supported GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Frequency Bands | GPS L1, GLONASS L1, BeiDou B1, Galileo E1, SBAS L1 |
| Search Channels | 72 Channels |
| Tracking Sensitivity | -167 dBm |
| Reacquisition Sensitivity | -160 dBm |
| Cold Start Sensitivity | -148 dBm |
| Hot Start Sensitivity | -156 dBm |
| Horizontal Accuracy | 2.0 m CEP 2D RMS (SBAS Enabled) |
| Velocity Accuracy | 0.1 m/s (95%) |
| Timing Accuracy | 1 µs synchronized to GPS time |
| Cold Start Time | 26 s |
| Warm Start Time | 25 s |
| Hot Start Time | 1 s |
| Baud Rate | 4800 bps to 921600 bps |
| Default Baud Rate | 9600 bps |
| Communication Interface | UART TTL |
| Supported Protocols | NMEA-0183, UBX |
| Update Rate (Single GNSS) | 1 Hz – 18 Hz |
| Update Rate (Concurrent GNSS) | 1 Hz – 10 Hz |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V – 5.5 V DC |
| Typical Voltage | 5.0 V |
| Current Consumption | 50 mA @ 5 V |
| Maximum Altitude | 50,000 m |
| Maximum Velocity | 515 m/s |
| Maximum Acceleration | < 4 g |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +105°C |
Pin Configuration
| Pin | Function |
|---|---|
| GND | Ground |
| TX | UART Data Output |
| RX | UART Data Input |
| VCC | Power Supply (3.0V – 5.5V) |
LED Indicators
| LED | Color | Status |
|---|---|---|
| TX LED | Blue | Flashes when data is being transmitted |
| PPS LED | Red | Off when GPS is not fixed, flashes when position is fixed |
Applications
- RC drones and quadcopters
- RC airplanes and helicopters
- Flight controllers such as CC3D and F3
- Autonomous robots
- GPS tracking systems
- Vehicle navigation systems
- IoT location-based devices
- Portable navigation equipment
- Embedded GNSS projects
- Outdoor positioning and telemetry systems