NEO-M8N GPS Module with Ceramic Active Antenna

The NEO-M8N chipset remains one of the most widely proven GPS engines in the hobby autopilot space, and this breakout keeps the implementation simple: a 72-channel receiver paired with its own ceramic active antenna rather than a passive patch, giving it better reception in marginal signal conditions than bare-chip modules often manage. Running off a 3 to 5V supply keeps it compatible with the logic levels most flight controllers and development boards already provide.

As a generic NEO-M8N breakout rather than a board wired for one specific flight controller brand, it suits builds that just need a dependable raw GPS fix feeding into whatever autopilot firmware is already configured for standard u-blox output. The compact antenna and module footprint (26mm by 36mm for the PCB) keep it easy to mount without demanding unusual clearance.

Common uses are adding or upgrading GPS positioning on a DIY APM, Pixhawk or other open-source autopilot build, general-purpose GPS logging and navigation projects outside of drones, and replacing an older NEO-6M or NEO-7M module where NEO-M8N's improved channel count and lock time is worth the upgrade.