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X7 Flight Controller Autopilot for PX4

  • Advanced UAV Flight Controller – Designed for demanding drone, UAV, and autonomous vehicle applications, including multirotors, fixed-wing aircraft, VTOL systems, rovers, and boats.
  • High-Performance STM32H743 Processor – Powered by a 32-bit STM32H743 processor for reliable and responsive flight-control performance.
  • Triple IMU Sensor System – Integrates multiple industrial-grade accelerometer and gyroscope sensors with intelligent sensor redundancy for dependable flight data.
  • Integrated RM3100 Compass – Includes an industrial-grade RM3100 electronic compass for reliable heading and orientation information.
  • Dual MS5611 Barometers – Dual barometric sensors provide altitude data and additional redundancy for flight-control applications.
  • 14 PWM Outputs – Provides up to 14 PWM outputs, with support for DShot on compatible output channels for modern motor-control systems.
  • Extensive Connectivity – Includes multiple UART, I2C, CAN, GPS, RC input, ADC, USB, safety switch, and debugging interfaces for connecting a wide range of UAV peripherals.
  • Built-In Vibration Isolation – Features internal shock absorption to help reduce the effects of vibration on flight-control sensor measurements.
  • PX4-Compatible Autopilot – Designed for use with supported PX4 firmware and suitable for advanced UAV development, research, and autonomous flight applications.
  • Reliable Industrial-Grade Design – Operates from 4.3–5.4V, supports a -20°C to +85°C operating temperature range, and weighs approximately 101g.
  • Trusted dealerDirect manufacturer partnership
  • Pan-India deliveryInsured shipping, all states
  • Post-sale supportTraining + service included
Overview

What makes it work

X7 Flight Controller Autopilot | CUAV X7+ PX4/ArduPilot


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STM32H743
Processor @ 480MHz
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3x IMU
Sensor Redundancy
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RM3100
Industrial Compass
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2x MS5611
Barometers
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14 PWM
12 Support DShot
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~101g
Weight
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-20°C to 85°C
Operating Range

PX4 + ArduPilot
Firmware Support

Full Specifications

Processor & Sensor Specifications
Specification Details
Product X7 Flight Controller Autopilot — genuine CUAV hardware, labeled “X7+” on the module itself
Processor STM32H743, 32-bit Arm Cortex-M7 @ up to 480MHz, 2MB flash, 1MB RAM
IMU Sensors Triple-redundant: ICM-42688-P (primary, low-noise) plus two ICM-20689 sensors (secondary/tertiary)
Compass RM3100, an industrial-grade electronic compass
Barometers Dual MS5611 barometric pressure sensors
Vibration Isolation Internal shock absorption to reduce vibration effects on sensor readings
xBoom SKU xboom-145440
Connectivity, Power & Build
Specification Details
PWM Outputs 14 total, with 12 supporting DShot for modern motor-control systems
RC Input SBUS, CPPM, and DSM formats supported
GPS Ports 2 dedicated GPS ports
I2C Buses 6 total (4 independent interfaces, plus 2 integrated into GPS and UART4)
CAN Ports 2 CAN bus interfaces
Power Ports 2 (POWERA/POWERC), supporting standard and UAVCAN battery monitoring
Power Input 4.5-5.4V primary input, 4.75-5.25V USB input
Weight Approximately 101g
Operating Temperature -20°C to 85°C

Industrial-Grade Autopilot, Two Firmware Ecosystems

X7 Flight Controller Autopilot: Genuine CUAV X7+ Hardware

This is a genuine CUAV module — the unit itself is clearly labeled “X7+,” CUAV’s current-generation autopilot in the X7 family. It’s built around an STM32H743 processor running at up to 480MHz, backed by triple-redundant IMU sensors (a low-noise ICM-42688-P as the primary, plus two ICM-20689 units) and an industrial-grade RM3100 compass, rather than the consumer-grade magnetometers found in cheaper flight controllers. Dual MS5611 barometers and internal vibration isolation round out a sensor package built for genuinely reliable flight data, not just adequate performance.

One clarification worth making clearly: while this listing is titled “for PX4,” CUAV’s own documentation confirms the X7+ runs both ArduPilot 4.1.0+ and PX4 v1.12.3+ — and CUAV itself recommends ArduPilot as the primary firmware option for this board. With 14 PWM outputs (12 supporting DShot), dual CAN buses, 6 I2C buses, and 2 dedicated GPS ports, it has the connectivity for genuinely complex UAV builds, whether you’re running multirotors, fixed-wing aircraft, VTOL platforms, rovers, or boats.

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Fast STM32H743 @ 480MHz

High-speed processing for demanding flight-control workloads.

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Triple IMU Redundancy

Industrial-grade sensors with intelligent redundancy for reliability.

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Industrial RM3100 Compass

A more capable magnetometer than typical consumer flight controllers.

PX4 & ArduPilot Compatible

Full support for both leading open-source flight platforms.

Built for Demanding, Complex UAV Builds

The X7 Flight Controller Autopilot brings genuine industrial-grade reliability to your build.

Processing
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STM32H743 @ 480MHz

A fast, high-performance processor for real-time flight control.

Sensing
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Triple-Redundant IMUs

ICM-42688-P plus dual ICM-20689 sensors for reliable data.

Navigation
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Industrial RM3100 Compass

A more capable heading sensor than typical consumer boards.

Motors
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14 PWM, 12 with DShot

Modern digital motor control support across most outputs.

Connectivity
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Dual CAN, 6 I2C Buses

Extensive peripheral connectivity for complex builds.

Software

PX4 & ArduPilot Ready

CUAV recommends ArduPilot as the primary firmware option.

Built for Serious, Industrial-Grade UAV Projects

The X7 Flight Controller Autopilot suits builders who need genuine, redundant, industrial-grade flight-control hardware.

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Multirotor & Fixed-Wing Builds

Reliable flight control for demanding aircraft builds.

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VTOL Aircraft

Redundant sensors suit complex transition-flight platforms.

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Rovers & Ground Vehicles

The same core hardware adapts to autonomous ground vehicles.

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Autonomous Boats

Industrial-grade reliability for marine autonomous platforms.

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Commercial UAV Systems

Built for the reliability demands of commercial operations.

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UAV Research & Development

Well-documented, open-source-compatible hardware for research.

See the X7+ in Use

A real unboxing, a genuine flight test, and a closely related X7+ Pro unboxing confirming dual PX4/ArduPilot support.

Skydroid G16 and CUAV X7+ Flight Test

Real Flight Test

A real flight test showing this exact board in the air

CUAV X7+ Pro Flight Controller PX4 and Ardupilot Unboxing

X7+ Pro Unboxing

A related Pro-variant unboxing confirming dual firmware support

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the X7 Flight Controller Autopilot only work with PX4?
No — despite the listing name, this is the CUAV X7+, which is fully compatible with both PX4 (v1.12.3+) and ArduPilot (4.1.0+). CUAV itself recommends ArduPilot as the primary firmware option for this board.
Is this the X7 or X7+?
This is the X7+ — the module itself is clearly labeled “X7+,” CUAV’s current-generation board in the X7 family (the original X7 has since been discontinued).
Why does it have three IMU sensors?
Triple redundancy — a low-noise ICM-42688-P plus two ICM-20689 sensors — lets the flight controller cross-check inertial data across independent sensors for more reliable flight information.
How many motors can this control?
Up to 14 via PWM outputs, with 12 of those supporting DShot for modern digital motor control on compatible ESCs.
What vehicles can this be used with?
Multirotors, fixed-wing aircraft, and VTOL platforms are the most common use, and the same hardware also supports autonomous rovers and boats.
What’s the operating voltage and temperature range?
4.5-5.4V primary input (4.75-5.25V via USB), with an operating temperature range of -20°C to 85°C.

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