Holybro H-Flow with DroneCAN Protocol Integrated Optical Flow and Rangefinder Module

Overview

The Holybro H-Flow is a compact optical flow and distance sensor module that combines a PixArt PAA3905E1 optical flow sensor, a Broadcom AFBR-S50LV85D distance sensor, and an InvenSense ICM-42688-P 6-axis IMU. This all-in-one design simplifies installation, while the onboard infrared LED enhances visibility in low-light conditions.

The H-Flow features a Pixhawk-standard 4-pin CAN connector, ensuring seamless integration with Pixhawk-compatible controllers via the CAN port. Utilizing the DroneCAN protocol, it offers reliable and high-speed data transmission between the sensor and the flight controller.

Feature

• Integrated Optical Flow and Rangefinder Module

• PixArt Optical Flow Sensor for Accurate Motion Tracking

• Broadcom ToF Sensor for Precise Distance Measurement

• Infrared LED for Optical Low-Light Performance

• DroneCAN Protocol

Specification

• PixArt PAA3905E1 Optical Flow Sensor

  • Tracks under low light conditions of >5 lux

  • Effective Viewing angle up to 42°

  • Wide working ranges from 80mm up to 30m 

  • Up to 7.4 rad/s

  • 40mW IR LED built onto the board for improved low-light operation

• Broadcom AFBR-S50LV85D Time-of-Flight Distance Sensor

  • Integrated 850 nm laser light source

  • Field-of-View (FoV) of 12.4° x 6.2° with 32 pixels

  • Typical distance sensing range up to 30m

  • Operation of up to 200k Lux ambient light

  • Works well on all surface conditions

  • Transmitter beam of 2° x 2° to illuminate between 1 and 3 pixels

• InvenSense ICM-42688-P 6-Axis IMU

• STM32F412CEU6 MCU

• Pixhawk Standard CAN Connector (4 Pin JST GH)

• Compact Form Factor

• Software-Controlled CAN Termination

• Weight: 15.2g (3.5g without casing)

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Package Includes:

• 1x H-Flow

• 4-pin GH cable

• 2x M2.5 Screws

• 2x M2.5 Nylon Locking Hex Nuts

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