Holybro Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller

The Holybro Kakute H7 v1.3 Flight Controller is full of features including integrated Bluetooth, dual plug-and-play 4in1 ESC ports, HD camera plug, barometer, OSD, 6x UARTs, full Blackbox MicroSD card slot, 5V and 9V/3A BEC, easy soldering layout and much more.

The Kakute H7 builds upon the best features of its F7 predecessor and further improves on hardware components and layout. With the additional integrated Bluetooth chip onboard, you can perform Betaflight configuration and tune wirelessly on your phone with the SpeedyBee Android & IOS App. The Kakute H7 is DJI HD ready. It has an easy plug-and-play port with an onboard 9V regulator designed to power your HD video transmitter like DJI/Caddx FPV Air Unit & Caddx Vista while supporting analog system.

It has 6x dedicated UART ports with built-in inversion for peripherals (UART2 is used for Bluetooth telemetry), along with a full MicroSD Card slot for virtually unlimited Blackbox data logging. Dual plug-and-play 4in1 ESC connectors, allowing easy plug-and-play support for x8 Octocopter configuration and keeping it simple and clean. The integrated BetaFlight OSD makes it easy to display important information on your FPV display like battery voltage, flight time, warnings, RSSI, smart audio features, and more. It is also ready for autonomous flight with the on-board barometer. There are LED & buzzer pads, and I2C pads (SDA & SCL) for external GPS/Magnetometers.

Features:

1. MCU – STM32H743 32-bit processor running at 480 MHz
   1. Professional underfill epoxy for mechanical reinforcement
2. IMU – MPU6000
3. Barometer – BMP280
4. OSD – AT7456E
5. Onboard Bluetooth chip – ESP32-C3
   1. SpeedyBee IOS & Android App Compatible
   2. Note: The Bluetooth onboard is set to automatically turn off when the flight controller is unlocked (arm) and turn on automatically when the flight controller is locked (disarm) in Betaflight
6. 6x UARTs (1,2,3,4,6,7; UART2 is used for Bluetooth telemetry)
7. 9x PWM Outputs (8 Motor Output, 1 LED)
8. 2x JST-SH1.0 8pin ESC port (4in1 ESCs, x8/Octocopter compatible)
9. 1x JST-SH1.0 6pin VTX port (For HD Systems like Caddx Vista & Air Unit)
10. Battery input voltage: 2S – 8S
11. BEC 5V 2A Cont.
12. BEC 9V 3A Cont
13. USB Type-C
14. Mounting – 30.5 x 30.5mm/Φ4mm hole with Φ3mm Grommets
15. Dimension – 35x35mm
16. Weight – 8g

Specification-

Package Includes:

1 x Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller

4 x M3 Silicon Grommets

2 x JST-SH1.0_8pin 150mm Cable (For ESCs)

2 x JST-SH1.0_6pin 80mm & 150mm Cable (For DJI Air Unit)

1 x JST-SH1.0_6pin Colored Silicon 150mm Cable (For Caddx HD System and other VT

Holybro Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller Overview

The Holybro Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller is a high-performance control board designed for racing and freestyle FPV drones. Featuring a powerful STM32H743 32-bit processor at 480 MHz and integrated Bluetooth, it provides responsive flight control and wireless tuning via the SpeedyBee app.

Key Features of Holybro Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller

• High-speed STM32H743 MCU running at 480 MHz for precise flight calculations
• MPU6000 gyro and BMP280 barometer provide stable sensor data
• Onboard AT7456E OSD chip and dual plug-and-play 4-in-1 ESC ports simplify wiring
• Integrated Bluetooth for wireless Betaflight configuration on Android & iOS via SpeedyBee
• Dedicated HD camera/air unit port with onboard 9 V/3 A regulator for DJI/Caddx FPV systems
• 6 UARTs, full Blackbox MicroSD slot, and both 5 V and 9 V BEC outputs
• Genuine product with fast shipping from Zbotic India

Applications and Use Cases

• Assembly of 5″ to 7″ FPV freestyle and racing drones
• Mounting in long-range UAV builds requiring reliable barometer readings
• Integration with DJI FPV Air Unit or Caddx Vista analog-to-digital video systems
• Wireless PID tuning during test flights without reconnecting cables
• Blackbox data logging for performance analysis and flight troubleshooting

How to Use Holybro Kakute H7 V1.3 Flight Controller

Mount the Kakute H7 V1.3 securely on your drone frame using anti-vibration mounts, solder motor and ESC wires to the provided pad layout, and connect your FPV camera via the dedicated HD port. Power the board with a 2S–8S battery, then configure Betaflight over USB or Bluetooth using the SpeedyBee app to calibrate sensors, assign modes, and upload your flight tunes.

Why Buy from Zbotic?

• Genuine Products: All items sourced from authorized distributors
• Fast Shipping: Orders ship within 24 hours with tracking (non backordered products)
• Free Shipping: Free delivery on qualifying orders
• COD Available: Cash on Delivery, UPI, cards, net banking
• Technical Support: Expert help for setup and troubleshooting
• Easy Returns: Hassle-free replacement for defective products

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kakute H7 V1.3 compatible with DJI FPV Air Unit?

Yes. The controller includes a dedicated HD port and onboard 9 V/3 A regulator specifically designed to power DJI FPV Air Unit and Caddx Vista modules.

How do I perform wireless tuning?

Install the SpeedyBee app on your Android or iOS device, enable Bluetooth on the Kakute H7 V1.3, and connect directly to adjust PID settings and flight modes without a USB cable.

What battery voltage can I use?

The flight controller supports a battery input range from 2 S to 8 S, allowing flexibility for both small racing quads and larger long-range builds.

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