Overview
Holybro Durandal is a flight controller designed by Holybro utilizing the STM32H7 microcontroller series. It comes with built-in vibration isolation system and integrated IMU heater for sensors temperature control.
Key Design Points:
- High performance H7 Processor with clock speed up to 480 MHz
- Redundant inertial measurement unit (IMU) from Bosch® & InvenSense®
- Built-in Vibration isolation system to filter out high frequency vibration and reduce noise to ensure accurate readings
- IMUs are temperature-controlled by onboard heating resistors, allowing optimum working temperature of IMUs
- 2 power ports & 5 general purpose serial ports
- Two Power ports for redundancy
Technical Specifications
Processors & Sensors
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Main FMU Processor: STM32H743
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32 Bit Arm ® Cortex®-M7, 480MHz, 2MB memory, 1MB RAM
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IO Processor: STM32F100/F103
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32 Bit Arm ® Cortex®
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On-board sensors
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Accel/Gyro: ICM-20689
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Accel/Gyro: ICM-20602 / BMI088
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Mag: IST8310
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Barometer: MS5611
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Electrical Data
Voltage Ratings:
- Max input voltage: 6V
- USB Power Input: 4.75~5.25V
- Servo Rail Input: 0~36V
Current Ratings:
- Telem1 Max output current limiter: 1.5A
- All other port combined output current limiter: 1.5A
Mechanical Data:
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Dimensions:80*45*20.5mm
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Weight: 68.8g
Interfaces
- 13 PWM outputs (8 from IO, 5 from FMU)
- 5 general purpose serial ports
- 3 with full flow control
- 1 with separate 1.5A current limit (Telem1)
- 3 I2C ports
- 4 SPI buses
- 1 internal high speed SPI sensor bus with 4 chip selects and 6 DRDYs
- 1 internal low noise SPI bus dedicated for XXX
- Barometer with 2 chip selects, no DRDYs
- 1 internal SPI bus dedicated for FRAM
- Supports temperature control located on sensor module
- 1 external SPI buses
- Up to 2 CANBuses for dual CAN
- Each CANBus has individual silent controls or ESC RX-MUX control
- Analog inputs for voltage / current of 2 batteries
- 6 dedicated PWM/Capture inputs on FMU
- Dedicated R/C input for Spektrum / DSM
- Dedicated R/C input for CPPM and S.Bus
- Dedicated S.Bus servo output and analog / PWM RSSI input
- 2 additional analog inputs
FAQ – Holybro Durandal Autopilot (STM32H7 Flight Controller)
1. What are the main technical features of the Holybro Durandal?
The Durandal is powered by an STM32H7 microcontroller, featuring a built-in vibration isolation system and an integrated IMU heater for consistent sensor performance across temperature variations.
2. What flight systems and sensors are supported?
It supports multiple IMUs, a barometer, GPS, CAN, UART, and I²C interfaces. The system is fully compatible with PX4 and ArduPilot firmware for flexible UAV applications.
3. What UAV types can use this controller?
The Durandal is suitable for fixed-wing, multirotor, and VTOL UAVs, making it ideal for mapping, inspection, and research operations requiring reliable precision control.
4. How can customers order and pay for the Holybro Durandal?
Available on MotioNew’s website at $251–$344 USD, depending on configuration (with or without GPS or power module). Payment methods include PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, and wire transfer.
5. Is OEM or system customization available?
Yes. MotioNew offers OEM customization including firmware tuning, connector adaptation, and hardware integration for UAV manufacturers.
6. What documentation and support are included?
Each unit comes with wiring diagrams, setup guides, and firmware update instructions. MotioNew provides warranty, after-sales support, and access to open-source community documentation.
Specifications
Technical Specifications
Processors & Sensors
-
Main FMU Processor: STM32H743
-
32 Bit Arm ® Cortex®-M7, 480MHz, 2MB memory, 1MB RAM
-
-
IO Processor: STM32F100/F103
-
32 Bit Arm ® Cortex®
-
-
On-board sensors
-
Accel/Gyro: ICM-20689
-
Accel/Gyro: ICM-20602 / BMI088
-
Mag: IST8310
-
Barometer: MS5611
-
Electrical Data
Voltage Ratings:
- Max input voltage: 6V
- USB Power Input: 4.75~5.25V
- Servo Rail Input: 0~36V
Current Ratings:
- Telem1 Max output current limiter: 1.5A
- All other port combined output current limiter: 1.5A
Mechanical Data:
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Dimensions:80*45*20.5mm
-
Weight: 68.8g
Product contents
Bundle 1 Includes:
- Durandal Flight Controller
- Cable Set
Bundle 2 Includes:
- Durandal Flight Controller
- PM02 V3 12S Power Module or PM06 14S Power Module
- Cable Set
Bundle 3 Includes:
- Durandal Flight Controller
- PM02 V3 12S Power Module or PM06 14S Power Module
- M9N GPS(Standard)
- Cable Set
Documents
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| POWER MODULE |
PM02 12S ,PM06 14S ,NONE |
|---|---|
| GPS |
M9N GPS ,NONE |


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