BetaFPV Aquila20 Three-Way Charging Hub

The BetaFPV Aquila20 Three-Way Charging Hub is a highly compact, intelligent power management station explicitly engineered to maximize flight readiness for the Aquila20 FPV micro drone ecosystem. Utilizing an integrated smart chipset paired with custom BT3.0 structural hardware receptors, the hub supports simultaneous multi-pack charging driven by the advanced USB Power Delivery (PD 3.0) protocol. When linked to a high-capacity power adapter, the station dynamically negotiates input steps to allocate up to 15W of dedicated power to each independent charging lane, fully replenishing three high-voltage lithium battery packs in approximately 40 minutes while providing continuous thermal and over-voltage protection.

Features

Intelligent Power Allocation Core: Onboard smart processing chip reads the real-time capacity threshold of the connected external power adapter, automatically adjusting and activating the maximum safe number of output lanes.

High-Speed PD 3.0 Protocol: Leverages native USB Power Delivery 3.0 negotiation pipelines to deliver an optimized 15W charging rail per independent port, significantly reducing bench periods.

Specialized BT3.0 Interface: Engineered exclusively for the Aquila20 battery architecture, incorporating a proprietary BT3.0 connector footprint to ensure low-resistance current transfers and strict polarity alignment.

Ultra-Compact Mobility Layout: Lightweight, low-profile chassis geometry optimizes field bag volume, facilitating effortless transportation for remote outdoor deployments or travel charging.

Advanced Lifecycle Safety Barriers: Internal protection circuits monitor active power states, automatically shutting down voltage outputs to finished lanes to prevent overcharging and maximize long-term battery cell health.

Specifications

Brand: BetaFPV

Product Name: Aquila20 Three-Way Charging Hub

Target Battery Chemistry Profile: LiHV (High-Voltage Lithium-Ion/LiPo)

Maximum Charging Voltage Ceiling: 8.7 V

Primary Battery Interface Receptors: BT3.0 Proprietary Connections

Hardware Input Power Terminal: USB Type-C Port

Input Voltage Operating Corridor: 9.0V – 20.0V DC Range

Maximum Input Amperage Parameter: 1.8 A

Negotiation Charging Protocols: PD 3.0 (Power Delivery)

Maximum Power Output Matrix: 15W Max Per Port (45W Combined Total Capacity)

Physical Structural Mass: 97.5 g (± 1.0 g Variance Range)

Physical Footprint Dimensions: 119 mm × 73.5 mm × 19 mm

Color Profile: Matte Black

Power Source Allocation Profile

Power Input over 45W: Complete 3-port simultaneous operation active (Full 15W per lane)

Power Input between 30W and 45W: Limited 2-port simultaneous operation active

Power Input between 15W and 30W: Restricted 1-port isolated operation active

LED Diagnostics

Solid LED Luminescence: Channel line operational (Standby readiness or active charging cycle in progress)

LED Completely Dark: Charging path unavailable (No output current distribution)

Solid Orange Luminescence: Inadequate input power warning (External supply brick cannot support even a single charging lane)

Notes

To achieve full simultaneous 3-port speed performance (recharging three empty packs concurrently in 40 minutes), you must couple the charging hub with a high-quality USB-C wall adapter rated for a minimum output power of 45W.

Never attempt to force standard PH2.0 or BT2.0 battery terminals into the dedicated BT3.0 receptors, as this will deform the internal copper alignment pins, compromise electrical insulation, and permanently damage the hub mechanics.

Package

1 x BetaFPV Aquila20 Three-Way Charging Hub Module

1 x Technical User Operational Reference Manual