Mauch 001: PL-050 Sensor board / 2x10cm 12AWG / With CFK Enclosue

Features :

• High accuracy current and voltage sensing.

  
  

• Continuous current up to 50 Amps.

  
  

• Compact, lightweight design.

  
  

• Durable CFK (Carbon Fiber Composite) enclosure.

  
  

• Pre-wired 2x 10cm 12AWG silicone wires.

  
  

• Provides vital telemetry data for autopilot.

  
  

• Essential for battery management and flight time.

  
  

• Robust and resistant to EMI.

  
  

• Easy integration into drone power systems.

  
  

• Ensures safe and efficient operation.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Mauch 001: PL-050 Sensor Board

• Maximum Continuous Current: 50A

• Maximum Voltage Input: Typically up to 6S-8S LiPo, specific voltage range depends on the exact PL-050 variant, but commonly designed for typical hobby-grade voltages. Assuming standard 6S compatibility for a 50A sensor,14S (60V).

• Output: Analog voltage output for current and voltage.

• Wires Included: 2x 10cm 12AWG silicone wires

• Enclosure: CFK (Carbon Fiber Composite) Enclosure

• Calibration: Factory calibrated for high accuracy.

• Dimensions: Without CFK enclosure = 27.5 x 19.5 x 10.5mm / 17g (with 2x 10cm 12AWG) ,With CFK enclosure = 43.5 x 23.0 x 15mm / 22g (with 2x 10cm 12AWG)

• Weight: Very lightweight due to compact size and CFK enclosure

• Application: Ideal for smaller to medium multi-rotors, fixed-wing aircraft, and robotics applications needing accurate power data.

Additional Details:

• Manufacturer: Mauch Electronics

• Brand: Mauch

• Generic Name: Current Sensor || Voltage Sensor || Power Sensor || Battery Monitor || Telemetry Sensor || Ammeter || Voltmeter || Drone Power Sensor || Carbon Fiber Enclosure

• Sold By: UAV Marketplace (an authorized seller of drone gear and accessories)

• Ideal For: FPV Racing Drones (larger 5-inch+) || Medium-sized Quadcopters || Fixed-Wing RC Airplanes || DIY Drone Builds || Robotics Projects || Hobbyist RC Models || Educational Drones || Custom RC Projects || Drone Repair & Replacement || Light Industrial Drones

Package Details:

Includes:

• 1x Mauch 001: PL-050 Sensor Board

• 1x CFK (Carbon Fiber Composite) Enclosure (pre-installed or to be assembled)

• 2x 10cm 12AWG Wires (pre-attached to the sensor board)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1. Is the Mauch PL-050 Sensor Board with CFK enclosure a standalone solution for battery monitoring?

Ans. The Mauch PL-050 Sensor Board accurately measures current and voltage, but it provides analog outputs. For most flight controllers (like Pixhawk or those running ArduPilot/PX4), you will typically need a separate Mauch Power Module (e.g., PL-100 or a specific PL-xxx that converts analog to digital/serial) to interpret these signals into usable telemetry data. So, it's part of a larger power monitoring system.

Q2. What are the benefits of the CFK (Carbon Fiber Composite) enclosure for this sensor board?

Ans. The CFK (Carbon Fiber Composite) enclosure provides several benefits: it offers robust protection for the sensitive electronics from physical damage and environmental elements; it helps shield the sensor from electromagnetic interference (EMI), ensuring cleaner and more accurate readings; and its lightweight nature contributes minimally to the drone's overall weight.

Q3. What kind of drones or applications are best suited for the 50A current rating of the Mauch PL-050 sensor?

Ans. The 50A current rating of the Mauch PL-050 is ideal for smaller to medium-sized multirotors and fixed-wing drones. This includes many 5-inch and 6-inch FPV racing or freestyle quadcopters, as well as trainer aircraft or light industrial/mapping drones that typically draw up to 50 amps of continuous current during flight. For larger, heavy-lift drones, a higher current sensor (e.g., Mauch 100A or 200A) would be necessary.