Vertiq

Vertiq is the leading developer of high-performance, industrial-grade servo propulsion systems for sUAS. We have partnered with a range of companies in the commercial and defense sectors and are committed to developing state-of-the-art, NDAA-compliant drone servo motors and electronic speed controllers (ESCs) for high value aerial vehicles.

Industrial Propulsion for Commercial & Defense UAS

Technology

The Vertiq motor module is a lightweight, tightly integrated motor and ESC with an embedded position sensor. With position sensing and our sophisticated motor calibration and control software, Vertiq motor modules deliver industry-leading propulsion efficiency, power output, and motor response, as well as high-precision speed control and propeller positioning capabilities. Vertiq offers a lineup of modules to power any sUAS, including 23-06, 23-14, 40-06, 40-14, 60-08, 81-08 and 81-17 Modules.

In addition to the performance benefits, all Vertiq drone propulsion modules are compatible with ArduPilot and PX4 drone flight controllers, and utilize a range of communication protocols including DroneCAN, DShot, PWM and more. Motor health monitoring, safe arming procedures, and advanced telemetry provide the utmost in safety and peace of mind. Vertiq’s G2 products offer additional modularity to optimize the propulsion system for a vehicle. Available stock add-ons include: custom connectors, arm mounting, LEDs, and covers to increase module IP rating. Reliability is paramount as vehicles become more sophisticated and carry more valuable payloads. Vertiq is ISO 9001 compliant and all of our products go through a post-production calibration and quality control process to ensure the modules you receive will perform consistently at a high level. Vertiq prides itself in publishing accurate and transparent thrust data, lifetime testing information, and we have highly responsive customer support to quickly address any questions our customers may have.

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Partnerships

Vertiq has partnered with many innovative commercial and defense drone companies to deliver optimal vehicle performance in a wide range of applications, such as inspection, small package delivery, reconnaissance, and mapping. Our goal is to be your propulsion team, delivering not only a superior product, but motor and motor controller expertise that you can rely on. We are able to implement unique control features upon request and adapt the hardware to meet your exact requirements.

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Vertiq Drone Propulsion Systems

81-17 G2 Motor Module

Commercial and Defense Group 2 drone propulsion solution

The 81-17 G2 Motor Module is an ultra-compact drone propulsion module that tightly integrates an advanced 81-17 motor with a 60A, 14S ESC and position sensor. With industry-leading efficiency and power output, precision speed and propeller position control, extremely fast motor response and active braking, it is ideal for commercial and defense Group 2 and Group 3 UAS applications.

The 81-17 G2 is available in 110Kv. It is typically paired with 24-inch to 36-inch propellers. It also is compatible with a number of add-ons to optimize vehicle integration, IP rating, and performance.

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81-08 G2 Motor Module

Commercial and Defense Group 2 drone propulsion solution

The 81-08 G2 Module is an ultra-compact, lightweight drone propulsion module that tightly integrates a high-performance 81-08 motor with a 60A, 14S ESC and position sensor. With industry-leading efficiency and power output, precision speed and propeller position control, extremely fast motor response and active braking, it is ideal for commercial and defense Group 2 sUAS applications.

The 81-08 G2 is available in 150Kv and 85Kv versions. It is typically paired with 20-inch to 32-inch propellers. Additionally, the 81-08 G2 offers optional add-ons to optimize vehicle integration, IP rating, and performance.

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60-08 G2 Motor Module

High performance propulsion solution for industrial drone systems

The 60-08 G2 is a drone propulsion solution that combines and tightly integrates a high-performance motor with a 60A, 12S ESC and an embedded position sensor. Incorporating sophisticated position sensing and advanced calibration and control algorithms, this module is the highest-performance servo propulsion solution in its class.

The 60-08 G2 Module is available in 150Kv, 300Kv, and 660Kv versions. It is typically paired with 18-inch to 28-inch propellers. Additionally, the 60-08 G2 offers optional add-ons to optimize vehicle integration, IP rating, and performance.

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40-14 G2 Motor Module

Lightweight integrated BLDC motor and ESC for industrial UAVs

The 40-14 G2 is an advanced drone propulsion solution that combines and tightly integrates a high-performance motor with a 30A, 6S ESC and an embedded position sensor. Incorporating sophisticated position sensing and advanced calibration and control algorithms, this module is designed to provide the highest levels of propulsion performance and reliability for industrial sUAS.

The versatile modular design of the 40-14 G2 allows users to customize a number of factors, including IP rating, vehicle integration, LEDs, and more. The module is available with a 400Kv rating.

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40-06 G2 Motor Module

Lightweight integrated BLDC motor and ESC for industrial UAVs

The 40-06 G2 Module is an ultra-compact, lightweight drone propulsion module that tightly integrates a high-performance 40-06 motor with a 30A, 6S ESC and position sensor. It is designed to achieve industry-leading efficiency and power output, precision speed and position control, and best-in-class motor response times. It will be ideal for larger Group 1 sUAS applications.

The 40-06 G2 Module is available in 370Kv and 770Kv versions. It is typically paired with 9-inch to 17-inch propellers. Additionally, the 40-06 G2 offers optional add-ons to optimize vehicle integration, IP rating, and performance.

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23-14 G1 Motor Module

Commercial and Defense Group 1 drone propulsion unit

The 23-14 G1 Module is an ultra-compact, lightweight drone propulsion module that tightly integrates a high-performance 23-14 motor with a 30A, 6S ESC and position sensor. The module is designed to offer the same industry-leading advantages as the 23-06 G1 module, while outputting more power to spin larger propellers.

This module is available in 1100Kv. It is designed to be paired with 7-inch to 10-inch propellers.

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23-06 G1 Motor Module

Commercial and Defense Group 1 drone propulsion unit

The 23-06 G1 Module is an ultra-compact, lightweight drone propulsion module that tightly integrates a high-performance 23-06 motor with a 30A, 6S ESC and position sensor. Featuring best-in-class efficiency, precision speed and position control, industry-leading motor response times, it is ideal for commercial and defense Group 1 sUAS applications.

The 23-06 G1 is available in 2200Kv and 220Kv versions. It is typically paired with 4-inch to 7-inch propellers.

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Drone Propellers

UP12 Drone Propeller

12-inch propeller for industrial sUAS

The UP12 is a 12-inch propeller designed for industrial sUAS and intended to be paired with the Vertiq 23-06 2200Kv propulsion module with pulsing firmware. The unique design of the underactuated variable-pitch propeller features a hub with a 45 degree hinge through the center of mass, and two blades that are connected via flapping hinges. This enables the propeller to produce thrust as well as roll and pitch torques.

This design provides three degrees of freedom with just a single motor and propeller, resulting in increased efficiency and simpler propulsion systems, and enabling entirely new designs of UAV.

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