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MAX-M8C-0

u-bloxMAX-M8C-0

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MAX-M8 RF Receiver BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GNSS, GPS 1.575GHz -164dBm Not Included
NRND15,428 in stock

Overview

The MAX-M8C-0 is a compact, concurrent GNSS module from u-blox designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring multi-constellation support. It can simultaneously track GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo, providing high sensitivity of -164dBm for reliable positioning in challenging urban environments. Housed in a 9.7x10.1 mm LCC package, it operates on a wide supply voltage range from 1.65V to 3.6V.

Why Choose This Part

This module offers high integration with a built-in RTC crystal and oscillator, reducing the need for external timing components. It features an extremely low standby current of 100uA and supports concurrent reception of three GNSS systems to improve time-to-first-fix (TTFF) and accuracy.

Applications

Asset Tracking
Ideal for low-power battery-operated trackers needing multi-GNSS support to maintain locks in various geographic regions.
Industrial Telematics
Used in vehicle and fleet management systems to provide precise location and timing data over UART or I2C interfaces.
Portable Consumer Devices
Its small 18-SMD footprint and low current consumption (20mA for GPS/QZSS) suit handheld navigation and sports wearables.

Key Specifications

Frequency 1.575GHz
Sensitivity -164dBm
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Data Interface I2C, UART
Package / Case 18-SMD Module
Voltage - Supply 1.65V ~ 3.6V
Antenna Connector Not Included
Current - Receiving 23mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Modulation or Protocol BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GNSS, GPS

Getting Started

To evaluate the MAX-M8C-0, engineers typically use u-blox u-center software for configuration and performance analysis via the UART or USB interfaces. Integration requires a 50-ohm antenna path and a stable power supply between 1.65V and 3.6V, with the I2C bus providing a simple way to interface with host microcontrollers.

Also Consider

NEO-M8N u-bloxu-blox - Features integrated Flash memory for firmware updates and logging, though in a larger 12.2x16 mm form factor.
LC76G Quectel - A multi-constellation GNSS alternative that also supports concurrent reception in a similarly small SMD package.