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Control Zero Classic
Control Zero Classic

Control Zero Classic is a modern, US-made evolution of the original Pixhawk 1 form factor. It delivers upgraded processing power and expanded connectivity while maintaining full compatibility with the classic Pixhawk 1 layout.

Designed for developers, integrators, and commercial platforms requiring a proven physical form factor with next-generation performance, the Control Zero Classic provides a robust, reliable foundation for UAV and robotic systems running ArduPilot or PX4.

Built on over 10 years of flight controller design and development experience.

 

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Design Updates — Compared to Pixhawk 1 & Previous Generations

  • Next-generation MCU: Upgraded to the STM32H743 (480 MHz) for dramatically higher processing performance
  • Enhanced sensor suite: Full triple-IMU architecture (ICM-20602, ICM-20948, BMI088 dampened) plus improved DPS310 barometer
  • Updated electronics and connector set while retaining the Pixhawk 1 DF13 ecosystem for compatibility

Key Features

  • Modern drop-in replacement for Pixhawk 1 with identical form factor
  • High-performance STM32H743ZI for fast, responsive control
  • Triple-IMU architecture for redundancy and vibration resilience
  • Infineon DPS310 barometer — temperature-stable and light-insensitive
  • Made in the USA — high-reliability manufacturing
  • ArduPilot and PX4 compatible (PX4 v1.14+ support now available)

Common Applications

  • Modernizing existing Pixhawk 1-based airframes
  • UAV R&D platforms and labs standardizing on Pixhawk form factor
  • Industrial and commercial multirotor and fixed-wing systems
  • Robotics and autonomous vehicles leveraging Pixhawk-compatible wiring

Technical Specifications — Revision D

Core & Processor / Sensors

Main Processor STM32H743ZI, 1 MB RAM, 2 MB FLASH IMUs / Sensors ICM‑20602 (6DOF)
ICM‑20948 (9DOF)
Bosch BMI088 (6DOF)
LED Indicator Notify LED (RGB) Magnetometer AK09916 (inside ICM‑20948)
Software Compatibility ArduPilot and PX4 v1.14+ (all vehicle types) Barometer Infineon DPS310
External Memory 256 KB F-RAM    

Interfaces / Electrical Power & Environment

Serial & IO 5 × UART
1 × SPI
2 × I²C
1 × SDIO/SDMMC
2 × CAN		 Operating Temp –40°C to +85°C
Other IO 1 × PPM input
12 × PWM (DShot capable)
1 × RSSI input		 Input Voltage 5.25 V @ 200 mA minimum, 2 A recommended
RC Protocols Spektrum DSM/DSM2/DSM-X
Futaba S.BUS/S.BUS2
Graupner SUMD
FRSky
Yuneec ST24		    

Mechanical / Environmental & Logistics

Dimensions (L × W × H) 40.9 × 70 × 7.4 mm (1.61 × 2.76 × 0.29 in) without pins
40.9 × 79.2 × 13.5 mm (1.61 × 3.12 × 0.53 in) with pins
50 × 81.5 × 14.5 mm (1.97 × 3.21 × 0.57 in) with case		 Storage MicroSD slot — 32 GB included or 8 GB industrial (+ $10)
Weight 13 g (0.46 oz) without pins
18 g (0.64 oz) with pins
18 g (0.64 oz) case + screws		 Conformal Coating Not Applied
Mounting Holes No Country of Origin USA
Connectors DF13 + 0.1" headers    

What's Included

  • 1 × Control Zero Classic board
  • 1 × Plastic Case
  • Included SD Card 32 GB

Cables Kit:

  • 1 × USB Cable (600 mm)
  • 3 × MRC0213 — 6-Pin JST-GH to 6-Pin DF13
  • 1 × MRC0224 — 2-Pin DF13 to Buzzer
  • 1 × MRC0225 — 3-Pin DF13 to Safety Switch + LED
  • 2 × MRC0201 — 4-Pin DF13 to 4-Pin JST-GH
  • 2 × MRC0216 — 6-Pin DF13 to 6-Pin DF13

Typical Platforms

Multirotor Fixed-Wing VTOL Rover
Boats Submarines Autonomous Tractors Others

Available Accessories

  • SanDisk Industrial 8 GB (+$10)
  • Conformal Coating (Contact For Pricing)

Additional Information

SKU M10048D ECCN EAR99
Country of Origin USA Tariff Code 9014.20.4000
Current Revision D    

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