BG-251 GPS Extension for Speedybee F405 Wing on Ranger 1600?

[dlabrie]

Hey everyone,

I've been flying RC fixed-wing planes for decades, but I'm finally stepping into the world of flight controllers. I'm currently installing a **Speedybee F405 Wing** into a **Volantex Ranger 1600**, and I'm using a **BZGNSS BG-251 GPS** unit.

I'd like to mount the GPS on the boom for better signal, but that means I'll need to extend the GPS cable by about **40mm**.

My question is:
**Is it okay to extend the GPS wire by that much?**
And if so, could I use **Dupont connectors**, or would it be better to just **solder the wires directly**?

Appreciate any advice or tips—thanks!

 

[LitterBug]

Hey everyone,

I've been flying RC fixed-wing planes for decades, but I'm finally stepping into the world of flight controllers. I'm currently installing a **Speedybee F405 Wing** into a **Volantex Ranger 1600**, and I'm using a **BZGNSS BG-251 GPS** unit.

I'd like to mount the GPS on the boom for better signal, but that means I'll need to extend the GPS cable by about **40mm**.

My question is:
**Is it okay to extend the GPS wire by that much?**
And if so, could I use **Dupont connectors**, or would it be better to just **solder the wires directly**?

Appreciate any advice or tips—thanks!

Yes it is fine to extend the wires. I do it on my StratoSurfer. Use whatever you want for connectors. Connectors make it easier to work on than hard soldering everthing in. Leave a little extra slack.