SwiftWing PDB02-XT60-6XT30 – 3S–6S Power Distribution Board with XT60 & 6XT30 Connectors

The 3S-6S Power Distribution Board with XT60 and 6 XT30 Connectors from SwiftWing is designed for clean and organized multirotor power integration.

Built on a 4-layer 2oz copper PCB, this board provides direct battery bus distribution while eliminating the need for manual ESC connector soldering.

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Fully Integrated Connector Layout

This 3S–6S Power Distribution Board with XT60 & 6 XT30 connectors includes:

• 1 × XT60 battery input (factory-installed)

• 6 × XT30 ESC outputs (factory-installed)

• Direct battery bus routing

• Optimized copper planes for reduced voltage drop

This configuration simplifies installation and reduces wiring errors in quad and hex builds.

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Current Handling and Connector Considerations

The PCB supports high ESC distribution capability; however:

• Total system current is limited by the XT60 connector rating (~60A typical)

• Each ESC channel is limited by XT30 rating (~30A typical)

• Actual current depends on wire gauge and cooling conditions

For builds requiring higher current capacity through direct wire soldering, consider the 3S–6S Direct Power Distribution Board.

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Clean and Organized Power Architecture

Pre-installed connectors provide:

• Reduced assembly time

• Consistent wiring layout

• Standardized battery interface

• Improved reliability for repeated battery swaps

For integrated voltage regulation, see the 3S–6S 120A Power Distribution Board with 5V & 12V BEC.

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Designed for Advanced Multirotor Platforms

Ideal for:

• Racing quadcopters

• Hexacopter builds

• Long-range UAV platforms

• Educational drone kits

• Rapid UAV prototyping

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Technical Specifications

• Input Voltage: 3S–6S LiPo (11.1–25.2 V)

• Battery Connector: XT60

• ESC Outputs: 6 × XT30

• PCB Construction: 4-layer, 2oz copper

• Board Core Size: 50 mm × 50 mm

• Overall Width: 59.2 mm

• Mounting Pattern: 45 mm M3

• Finish: ENIG

• Weight: 21 g

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Connector-Limited Current Considerations

The 3S-6S Power Distribution Board with XT60 and 6XT30 Connectors configuration provides clean and structured wiring for quad and hex builds. However, total current capability depends on connector ratings and wiring quality.

• XT60 battery connector typically supports ~60 A continuous current depending on wire gauge.

• Each XT30 ESC output is typically rated up to ~30 A continuous.

• Proper cooling and balanced ESC loading are recommended for sustained high-current operation.

For builds requiring higher current beyond connector limitations, direct wire soldering options are available in the 3S-6S Direct Power Distribution Board variant.

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Why Choose a Fully Connectorized Power Distribution Board?

The 3S-6S Power Distribution Board XT60 6XT30 Connectors version simplifies multirotor integration by:

• Eliminating ESC connector soldering

• Providing standardized battery interface

• Reducing installation errors

• Improving wiring cleanliness

This makes it ideal for rapid UAV assembly, educational drone kits, and repeatable production builds.

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Comparison with Other SwiftWing PDB Variants

If onboard voltage regulation is required, consider the 3S-6S 120A Power Distribution Board with integrated 5V and 12V BEC.

If higher current capability with flexible connector selection is needed, the 3S-6S Direct Power Distribution Board allows direct battery wire soldering.

Why Choose the Fully Connectorized Version?

Compared to solder-pad or XT60-only versions, the PDB02-XT60-6XT30 significantly reduces assembly complexity and improves wiring cleanliness. It is ideal for builders seeking fast integration and standardized connector interfaces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this board include voltage regulators?
No. This is a direct battery distribution board. An external BEC is required.

Q: Are connectors pre-installed?
Yes. The board includes one XT60 battery input and six XT30 ESC outputs.

Q: What is the maximum current?
System current is limited by the XT60 connector (typically ~60 A continuous). Each ESC output is limited by the XT30 connector (typically ~30 A per channel).

Q: What battery voltage is supported?
This board is optimized and validated for 3S–6S LiPo systems.

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What’s in the Box

• 1 × SwiftWing PDB-02-XT60-6XT30

(No additional connectors, wires, or mounting hardware included)

Documentation

SwiftWing PDB-02-XT60-6XT30 Datasheet (PDF)