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Generic Pixhawk LED Switch

₹439.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Pixhawk LED Switch is a dedicated status indicator and manual control module for Pixhawk-series flight controllers, providing clear visual flight-mode feedback and a momentary pushbutton for safety or arming control via the I/O port.

Features

  • Multi-color LED provides clear visual status for system initialization, ready state, and arming.
  • Integrated momentary pushbutton for manual safety or arming control, interfacing directly with Pixhawk flight logic.
  • Direct connection to Pixhawk flight controller I/O port, operating on standard 5V power.
  • Durable housing designed for reliable operation in UAV and multirotor applications.

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Description

The Pixhawk LED Switch serves as a critical user interface component for Pixhawk-based autopilot systems. It combines a bright, multi-color LED with a tactile momentary switch, enabling both visual status communication and direct pilot input. The device connects to the dedicated I/O port on the flight controller, drawing 5V power and communicating status signals directly from the flight control firmware.

Its primary function is to translate complex system states—such as boot-up, sensor calibration, pre-arm checks, and armed status—into an intuitive, color-coded visual language. The integrated pushbutton allows for manual safety switch activation or arming commands, providing a reliable physical backup to radio control. The unit’s compact and robust construction ensures dependable operation in the vibration-prone and electrically noisy environments typical of UAV platforms.

Key Features

  • Multi-Color Status LED: Delivers immediate visual feedback for system initialization, ready-to-arm, and armed states using distinct blinking and solid-light patterns.
  • Momentary Pushbutton Interface: Provides a reliable physical input for activating the safety switch or sending an arming command directly to the Pixhawk flight controller.
  • Direct Pixhawk I/O Port Compatibility: Plugs directly into the standard I/O port on Pixhawk 1, 2, 4, and 6-series flight controllers, requiring no additional wiring or configuration.
  • 5V Powered Operation: Draws power directly from the flight controller's regulated 5V bus, ensuring clean and stable operation.
  • Durable Enclosure: Housed in a rugged casing designed to withstand typical UAV vibrations and minor impacts.

Applications

  • Pixhawk-based multirotor drones (quadcopters, hexacopters, octocopters) requiring a dedicated status and safety interface.
  • ArduPilot-powered fixed-wing UAVs and VTOL aircraft utilizing Pixhawk autopilots for visual pre-flight checks.
  • Custom robotic and rover platforms built around Pixhawk flight controllers for manual override control.
  • Educational and development setups for Pixhawk and ArduPilot, providing clear system state feedback during testing.

Technical Specifications

Item TypeLED Switch
CompatibilityPixhawk-series Flight Controllers (I/O Port)
Operating Voltage5 V
Primary FunctionsStatus Indication, Safety/Arming Switch
ConnectionDirect I/O Port Plug

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the different LED patterns on the Pixhawk LED Switch mean?

The LED provides clear system status: a constant blinking pattern indicates the flight controller is initializing and running boot checks. An intermittent blinking pattern signals the system is ready and awaiting safety switch activation. A solid light confirms the safety switch has been pressed, and the vehicle is now able to arm, allowing motor and servo output once the final arming command is given.

How do I connect and configure the Pixhawk LED Switch?

Connection is straightforward: plug the switch's connector directly into the I/O port on your Pixhawk flight controller. No software configuration is typically required for basic status and safety switch functionality, as the port and associated functions are pre-defined in ArduPilot. The switch operates on the 5V supplied by the flight controller through this port.

Can I use this switch with other flight controllers besides Pixhawk?

This switch is specifically designed for the pinout and communication protocol of the Pixhawk I/O port. It is not directly compatible with other flight controller brands like Betaflight F4/F7 boards or KISS systems without significant wiring and logic adaptation. Its primary use is with Pixhawk 1, 2, 4, and 6-series flight controllers running ArduPilot or PX4 firmware.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Pixhawk LED Switch

Additional Information

Weight 0.02 kg
Dimensions 8.5 × 5.5 × 1 cm