Product overview

Part Number
Matek AP_Periph CAN-L4-BM Digital Power Monitor
Manufacturer
Matek Systems
Product Category
OTHER PARTS
Update Date
2024-05-20

Description

Need a power monitor? Why not go with one that’s more precise than a hipster’s coffee order? The Matek AP_Periph CAN-L4-BM is like the barista of FPV flying—no mistakes, just the perfect energy blend for your aerial escapades!

Detailed Information

We know, we know! You’re tired of unreliable voltage and current readings that are as unpredictable as British weather. One minute you’re soaring like an eagle; the next, you’re plummeting faster than the pound on a bad Brexit day. Unstable energy management in your FPV drone isn’t just inconvenient; it can ground your aspirations of aerial grandeur.

Imagine the frustration when your FPV rig gives you the wrong readouts, and you’re left scratching your head, wondering what the heck went wrong. It’s like having a GPS that guides you straight into a lake — hilarious for your friends, not so much for you. If your flight controller’s power monitoring is as trustworthy as a politician’s promise, then buddy, it’s time for an upgrade.

Enter the Matek AP_Periph CAN-L4-BM Digital Power Monitor, the Rolls-Royce of power monitors. This digital dynamo doesn’t just “kind of work.” Oh no! It smirks at your past inaccuracies and brings stability to your high-flying exploits.

Key Product Highlights:

  • Rock-Solid Accuracy: With a voltage accuracy of ± 0.1% and current accuracy of ± 2%, it’s as precise as a Swiss watch or a British queue.
  • Ready-to-Fly: No calibration needed. Plug it in, and you’re good to go! It’s like having a butler for your drone.
  • Wide Range of Compatibility: If your flight controller can speak DroneCAN protocol, this monitor has your back. It’s the universal translator of power metrics.
  • Economical on Power: Low power resistance means less consumption. It’s so efficient, it could run on a cup of English tea (note: don’t actually try this).

Specifications:

  • MCU: STM32L431xC, 256KB Flash
  • INA239 85-V, 16-Bit, High-Precision Power monitor IC With SPI Interface
  • Battery Voltage sense input: 0~85V
  • Current Sense Range:  0~204.8A
  • Load current on current sensing resistor:  150A(Continuous),  204.8A(Burst)
  • Voltage accuracy: ± 0.1%
  • Current accuracy: ± 2%
  • Interface
    • CAN, DroneCAN Protocol
    • UART2, spare, DFU
    • ST debug, SWCLK & SWDIO
  • LED

Blue, Fast blinking,  Booting
Blue, Slow blinking, working
Red, 3.3V indicator

  • Power supply for CAN-L4-BM board : 4.5~5.5V  @5V pad/pin
  • Power consumption: 10mA
  • Operating Temperatures: -40~85 °C
  • Physical

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What’s in the Box:

  • 1x Matek AP_Periph CAN-L4-BM Digital Power Monitor board that’s itching to meet your drone.
  • 1x JST-GH-4P to JST-GH-4P 20cm silicon wire

Don’t Fly Blind, Fly Brilliant!

Why settle for mediocrity when you can have precision? Strap on the Matek AP_Periph CAN-L4-BM Digital Power Monitor and let your FPV drone soar with confidence. Because remember, life’s too short for shoddy power monitoring. Cheers, pilot!

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