Mauch 083: 2-6S Backup BEC for Pixhawk 2.1 / Clik-Mate 2.0-6P

Features :

• Dedicated backup power for Pixhawk 2.1.

  
  

• Supports 2S to 6S LiPo input.

  
  

• Clik-Mate 2.0-6P connector for direct plug.

  
  

• Automatic seamless power redundancy.

  
  

• Enhances flight safety and reliability.

  
  

• Provides stable, clean regulated voltage.

  
  

• Compact and lightweight design.

  
  

• Essential for critical drone applications.

  
  

• Easy to install and integrate.

  
  

• Mauch quality and precision.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Mauch 083: 2-6S Backup BEC

• Input Voltage: 2S to 6S LiPo (approximately 7.4V to 25.2V)

• Output Voltage: (Typically 5.3V - 5.35V for Pixhawk compatibility. This specific voltage is crucial but not explicitly stated in the name; assuming standard Pixhawk BEC output.) - Assuming 5.3V - 5.35V.

• Output Current: (Typically 3A or more, as a backup BEC needs to sustain FC operations. Assuming 3A for a backup BEC.) - Assuming 3A.

• Type: Switching BEC (SMPS), designed for high efficiency.

• Output Connector: Clik-Mate 2.0-6P 6-pin Clik-Mate 2.0 connector, specifically for the Pixhawk 2.1's power input redundancy port

• Input Connection: Typically bare wires for soldering to main power distribution or direct battery lead, similar to other compact BECs.

• Redundancy Logic: Designed to provide power when the primary power source drops below a certain threshold, or as a continuous secondary rail.

• Dimensions: 47mm x 18mm x 11mm

• Weight: Very lightweight 9g with cables and shrinking tube

• Protection Features: Short-circuit protection, over-current protection.

• Compatibility: Specifically designed for Pixhawk 2.1 (and potentially other flight controllers using a Clik-Mate 2.0-6P backup power input)

Additional Details:

• Manufacturer: Mauch Electronics (Mauch Electronics GmbH)

• Brand: Mauch

• Generic Name: Backup BEC || Redundant BEC || Flight Controller Backup Power || Pixhawk Power Module || Safety BEC || Drone Power Redundancy || UAV Backup Power || 5V BEC || Switching BEC || RC Backup Power

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

• Ideal For: Pixhawk 2.1 Drone Builds || Industrial Inspection UAVs || Agricultural Spraying Drones || Heavy-Lift Drones || Professional Cinematography UAVs || Critical Mission Drones || Long-Endurance Drones || Custom High-Reliability Drone Builds || Drone Repair & Upgrades || Any Application Requiring Flight Controller Redundancy

Package Details:

Includes:

• 1x Mauch 083: 2-6S Backup BEC for Pixhawk 2.1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1. Why is a "Backup BEC" specifically for Pixhawk 2.1 important for drone safety?

Ans. A Backup BEC for Pixhawk 2.1 is critical for drone safety as it provides an immediate alternative power source to the flight controller if the primary power module fails or experiences a brownout. This redundancy ensures that the autopilot remains powered and operational, preventing a complete loss of control mid-flight, which is paramount for protecting expensive payloads and ensuring safe return in critical missions.

Q2. How does the Clik-Mate 2.0-6P connector on this BEC integrate with the Pixhawk 2.1?

Ans. The Clik-Mate 2.0-6P connector is specifically designed to plug directly into one of the designated backup power input ports on the Pixhawk 2.1 flight controller (often labeled as "Power 2" or a similar redundancy input). This ensures a secure, reliable, and standardized connection, allowing the Pixhawk to seamlessly switch to this backup power source if needed, as part of its internal power management logic.

Q3. Can this Mauch 083 Backup BEC be used as the primary power source for the Pixhawk 2.1?

Ans. While technically possible to power the Pixhawk 2.1 from this BEC, it is explicitly designed and intended as a backup power source. Primary power is typically supplied by a dedicated power module that also provides accurate current and voltage sensing for telemetry. Using this BEC as a sole primary source would mean losing vital telemetry data, and its current capacity might not be sufficient for all flight controller plus peripheral loads during peak demand without a robust primary power module.