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GPS Alternatives

GPS Alternatives

Owned by Dante Sivo (RIT Student)
Last updated: Oct 16, 2022

The GPS chips we want keep going out of stock. This is a list of the currently available alternatives to the MAX-M8C module that are drop in replacements.


ModuleAverage CurrentCEPPower ConsumptionUpdate RateMax Baud RateI2C AddressNotes
MAX-M10S<18.5mA1.5m34mW Peak

5Hz (up to 4 concurrent GNSS)

18Hz (Single GNSS)

921600 bps0x42
  • Pin 15 - VIO_SEL (Previously NC, simple connect to GND to denote 1.8V, leave open for 3.3V)
MAX-8C-0<19mA2.5m
18Hz peak

  • Identical Layout as MAX-M8C
















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