Vertiq 60-XX Family

Vertiq 60-XX Family
Generation 2 Vertiq 60-XX Family of Modules

Size

Kv

Default Firmware

Available Firmware

60-08

150

Speed

Speed, Servo

60-08

300

Speed

Speed

60-08

660

Speed

Speed

Hardware Setup Walkthrough

What’s in the Box

Every Vertiq 60-XX module is packaged with the following:

Vertiq 60-XX Family in the Box

Vertiq 60-XX Family in the Box

  • 1 Vertiq 60-XX module

If you are missing any components, please contact us at support@vertiq.co.

Note

The exact color(s) of the provided hardware may differ based on supplier availability.

Pinout and Connectors

The stock Vertiq 60-XX family does not support any connectors, and only accepts direct soldering to the exposed pads.

More information about your module’s electrical characteristics and connections can be found in the datasheet provided below.

Note

It is highly recommended for your and your module’s safety that you shroud all connections with heat shrink. We recommend using 18mm diameter heat shrink with a 3:1 shrink ratio.

Vertiq 60-XX Family with Heatshrink

Final Vertiq 60-XX with Heatshrink

Power

Vertiq 60-XX Family Power Connections

Vertiq 60-XX Power Connections

All Vertiq 60-XX modules are rated for a maximum 12S (50.4V) across the power terminals V+ and V-.

Please ensure that you select power wiring suitable for your application. Failure to do so can result in dangers like short circuits and fire. In this example, we will be using a pre-tinned XT-60 male connector. Simply solder the connector’s positive terminal to V+ and the negative terminal to V-.

Vertiq 60-XX Family with Power Connectors

Vertiq 60-XX with Power Connectors

Communication

Required IQUART or Hobby Configuration
Vertiq 60-XX Family Serial Connections

Vertiq 60-XX Serial Connections

In order to use either IQUART or any Hobby Protocols you will have to connect communication wiring to your module. In any scenario, please ensure that the TX line of your module is connected to your controller’s RX line, and the RX line of your module is connected to your controller’s TX line.

Please note that in order to configure your module through the IQ Control Center, to communicate with your module with any of our APIs, or to complete any firmware updates you must connect communication wires as each of these uses IQUART communication.

In this example, we are using a premade Servo Jr cable

Vertiq 60-XX with Serial Cable

Vertiq 60-XX with Serial Cable

Adding the communication wires to your module results in the following

Vertiq 60-XX with Serial Cable Connected

Vertiq 60-XX with Serial Cable Connected

If you intend to control your module with the DroneCAN (previously UAVCAN) protocol, please continue on to DroneCAN Configuration.

Optional DroneCAN Configuration

You will find the CANBUS (CAN) connections on the underside of the module

The board supports up to two CAN connections, both of which are connected to the same peripheral allowing for a true bus connection through the motor. This configuration does not allow dual CAN redundancy.

Vertiq 60-XX Family CAN Connections

Vertiq 60-XX Family CAN Connections

In this example, we will be using a DroneCAN Micro Connector based on a JST-GH 4-Pin connector soldered to one CANH CANL pair. We will not connect a 5V bus connection, but will solder the ground connection to common ground on the module’s top side. More information about DroneCAN connections can be found here.

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable Connected

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable Connected

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable Connected

Vertiq 60-XX with CAN Cable Connected

Attaching a Propeller for Flight

Note

It is highly recommended to apply a threadlocker, like Loctite 243, to each of the screws when attaching to the module.

The exact setup will differ for each propeller. Please follow the instructions supplied with your specific propeller.

Warning

Please remove the propeller before performing any startup procedures and Getting Started manuals. Failure to do so can be dangerous. Only attach propellers when your modules will be in flight, and all surroundings have been cleared.

Next Steps

Now that you have successfully wired your module for use, feel free to complete the Getting Started Guide for your module and its firmware style.

Additional Mechanical/Electrical Information

For more information about the Vertiq 60-XX family’s mechanical and electrical characteristics please visit the correct datasheet for your module using the links below

Changing or Updating Firmware

Please follow the instructions found in Updating Firmware with the Control Center

Getting Started

Complete the correct “Getting Started Guide” for your module’s style

More Information

Once you have completed the proper “Getting Started Guide,” you can begin to dive deeper into your module’s capabilities. Below, you will find a summary of all features supported on your module, IQUART Clients it can reach, as well as applicable tutorials. Please ensure that you are reading the feature summary for your module’s style.

Speed Module