RE: AEROXCRAFT Quad-670
AEROXCRAFT QUAD-670 Specifications: 670mm span (motor to motor) G10 frame and aluminium booms. All hardware included. Bare frame weight, inc dome cover and legs: 720g Includes: * All hardware and fittings. * A2 Stainless screws and nuts. * CNC G10 and Aluminium frame parts * Comprehensive Assembly instructions. Example of a typical setup: DJI Wookong M E-flite Park 480 1020kv motors Graupner Elektro Props - 11x5 2x ZIPPY Flightmax 4000mAh 3S1P 20C lipo batteries GoPro Gimbal All up weight including batteries and camera 2700g. Flight time 12 minutes. Notes: * Full spares backup. * Assembly required. Full instructions included. * Gimbal not included, see gimbal product page. * DOES NOT INCLUDE MOTORS, WIRING, ELECTRONICS OR RADIO * Designed and Manufactured in the UK by AeroXcraft Ltd. GOPRO, HERO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Woodman Labs, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Posted on: 8/3/2012 8:40 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
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AEROXCRAFT Quad-670
The AEROXCRAFT QUAD-670 http://www.aeroxcraft.com/ was designed primarily for use with the DJI Wookong M, the Aeroxcraft Quad-670 has a dedicated place for all the major WKM components. Under the dome the controller plate has places for the Main Controller, IMU, PMU and for your radio RX. On the rear of the frame is a place to mount your DJI GPS/Compass unit, with the ability to fine tune it's direction. Under the Quad, on the rear battery plate there is a mounting bracket for the DJI LED unit, which solves the problem of seeing the unit while in flight. The motor mounts will take motors up to 35mm in diameter, including Axi 2814/22 and Park480 1020kv. Since many multirotor pilots have their own favorite flight control system, the Quad-670 will work just fine with any other suitable multirotor controller. The Quad-670 was designed to compliment the Aeroxcraft GoPro Gimbal. The GoPro Gimbal sits right out front allowing your GoPro HD, and the new HD HERO 2, to take great video footage without getting the Quad-670 in shot. The flight batteries are used to counter balance the weight of the camera allowing you to make sure the center of gravity is in the correct place. There is a gimbal for compact cameras in development that will also be fully compatible with the Quad-670 multirotor.
Posted on: 8/3/2012 8:40 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
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RE: AEROXCRAFT Quad-670
Good point and I was planning on adding a GoPro lens cover, myself. Just offhand, since the GoPro camera gimbal comes unassembled, I think that AeroXcraft decided to keep the cost reasonable and suggest the lens cover as an option. * GoPro lens replacement kit - photo from www.gopro.com
Posted on: 8/3/2012 5:56 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
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RE: Nitromodels PREDATOR RQ-1B
Teddy, I just looked at the Nitro site and the three Predators do have me confused, too! I tend to agree with you that the difference between the first two is just color, desert camo vs. green camo. Now, the $49.00 one sure looks just like my original green camo version and I cannot figure out why it is 25 bucks lower. Since they all are "out of stock," I would suggest that you contact Nitro to see if they are expecting a new shipment of any Predator models in the near future.
Posted on: 12/3/2011 6:09 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: DeNight Special 50 ARF by Hangar 9
Velezivan, I have used the Power 46 with my Toledo and the DeNight without any issues at all. For me, the speed of both planes is more than adequate. I have never put the radar gun on the DeNight, so I have no idea of the true WOT speed, but it is just fine for me. I would check out the specs on the Scorpion motors and compare the WEIGHT as I believe that if the more powerful Scorpion motor is more than 10% heavier than the Power 46.........you may very well need some extra weight in the tail.
Posted on: 12/2/2011 10:34 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: DeNight Special 50 ARF by Hangar 9
Moose, With the Power 46 and the 60a ESC, we experienced no problem with sufficient power. If you think that you need or want some additional power, give it a go, but I really can't see any need for it. The retro look and design of the DeNight is such that I can not recommend any additional weight in the nose using the Power 46. Actually with my set up, the tail was a little light on takeoff so we had to hold some up elevator. With a heavier motor, I think that the tail would lift too high and cause the prop to strike the ground on takeoff. Just a thought before you invest in a bigger heavier motor.
Posted on: 10/26/2011 12:38 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: DeNight Special 50 ARF by Hangar 9
Moose, I hope that you enjoy your DeNight as much as I have. Feel free to add some of your build process to this thread, as we all learn from each other. If you have any questions or issues with your build, just make a post and I will reply ASAP.
Posted on: 10/26/2011 6:12 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Nitromodels PREDATOR RQ-1B
Jesse, Take a look at these Monster power motors which might be better for you with the added weight of the camera equipment. http://www.nitroplanes.com/mo101brmo.html
Posted on: 9/27/2011 6:05 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Nitromodels PREDATOR RQ-1B
Jesse, Your proposed setup looks good to me as long as you expect your Predator to end up with a flying weight around 40oz..
Posted on: 9/27/2011 12:00 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: AirShowRC VERTIGO Rebel
With a positive intent to add another perspective to the resolution of the issues that all of us have encountered with the Rebel, here is what I observed. Eventhough my camera (Canon 60D / 18mp / 18-270mm IS Auto focus lens) could not lock in a decent focus on the thin, sliver, rear profile of the Rebel against the green background of the far tree line, I did get an interesting look at the takeoff through the camera viewfinder. What I observed was as follows; - nice smooth acceleration down the runway - all flying surfaces looked to be in perfect trim position - adequate speed attained for rotation and nose wheel lifted - as speed increased, a slight up elevator was noticed and the Rebel lifted the main gear off the runway - the rotation attitude of the Rebel looked to be perfect with no more than the slight up elevator - suddenly the nose dropped as the Rebel gained speed - the up elevator correction for the dropping nose was not full up, in my view, and the Rebel just continued to nose in to the runway - once the nose suddenly dropped.....it was all over in just a few seconds and no amount of correction could have saved the Rebel - why the nose suddenly dropped (with all flying surfaces in the proper position for a perfect ROG) is the real problem to determine as it seems, to me, NOT to be a problem with the pilots. Note: if the video could be viewed in slow motion, from the time that my hat comes into frame till it goes out of frame is the time period that the problem ocurred. These are my observations and I leave the assessments up to all of you with the hope that some of this is helpfull. "Papa Power"
Posted on: 7/27/2011 6:15 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric RC Jets"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Carlos, The CA type hinges are installed by the builder (not by the factory) and I did not have any problem with the rudder, elevator or aileron surfaces as I have a habit of folding the CA hinges, and working them back and forth many times, before installing them. It looks like you have a bit of a re-build on your hands and like Kivisto said, please keep us informed of your progress by posting your repairs. I am sure that all of us will be interested in your re-build.
Posted on: 5/6/2011 8:26 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
"T" What a great flying field you have! I am pleased to hear, and see, that you are enjoying your Toledo.
Posted on: 4/23/2011 6:51 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Back on post #109, Paul came up with the mod to make the battery tray in the cockpit and have access thru the front "window." For me, I never had a problem with the battery hatch and compartment under the nose, but Paul's mod is a neat way to do it.
Posted on: 4/13/2011 12:31 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Thrawn, I'm pleased to hear that the first flight of the season with your Toledo went so well. It really looks good and it's flight characteristics make it an enjoyable plane to fly. For your next flight, have one of your pals take some photos and be sure to post them here.
Posted on: 4/13/2011 12:11 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: NitroPlanes ALPHA JET 70mm EDF
Thank's for the link to Aviation Trivia site! It's always good to know about sites like that to get some additional info on the models we are interested in.
Posted on: 3/28/2011 3:32 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric RC Jets"
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RE: World Models 42% Ultimate Biplane
Greg, WHICH WALL ARE YOU GOING TO REMOVE TO GET YOUR ULTIMATE OUT OF YOUR FAMILYROOM??????
Posted on: 3/21/2011 6:28 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Glow to Electric Conversions"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
I have found that my iron with a teflon foot has no problems getting the wrinkles to tighten. I do not use it with a sock, but I don't know if you used a sock on yours. On some stubborn wrinkles, I do use an old hair blower on MED setting and just take it easy and make sure that you move the blower back and forth over the wrinkle. I hope this helps. [quote]ORIGINAL: thrawn150 got a stupid question, I am trying to take out the wrinkles in this planes stabilizer and not coming out. looks like it is just adhering to the balsa, but the bubbles remain. Using a H9 Iron set to 5. Would I be better to use a heat gun? [/quote]
Posted on: 3/15/2011 12:00 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
"T" NICE!!! I like the OZARK Air Lines sticker! It looks like you have more snow on the ground than we do. Most of ours has melted, but it is still much too wet to start flying here. Please let us know when your weather clears and you are about to Maiden your Toledo. Have someone take photos and mybe a video. Best of luck with the Maiden.
Posted on: 3/14/2011 3:18 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Paul, For sure, your TS is definitely a little different from the stock setup that I have on my electric powered one. Your Toledo has to be the best example of pure excellence that has ever been built! It is a real showpiece and you fly it like the Master that you are! With your personal mods and your power system, your TS does benefit from your spoileron set up. (Am I prejudiced??????? You better believe it and just to substantiate this fact, take a look at these photos of Paul's TS.) NOTE: Photo #1 & #2 - custom square pattern underwing for orientation in flight. Photo #3 - custom made rear wheel pant and lime green pin-striping. Photo #4 - re-designed battery tray inside fuselage rather than in the nose. Photo #5 - custom rear wheel pant Photo #6 - cowl grill vent for cooling of the ESC & battery Photo #7 - custom battery tray Photo #8 - access to battery via custom hinging of windshield Photo #9 - underwing custom pattern Photo #10 - pin-striping ("Fly First Class" is right, for sure with Paul's TS mods!) Photo #11 - Paul at the RCCR meeting giving a Demonstration with his Toledo
Posted on: 3/3/2011 10:02 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
5150, Flying "T" Productions! I like it! Ohhhhhhhhhhhh............Yeahhhhhhhhhh!!!! Very nice videos and I like your wing walker/sorta pilot! He reminds me of Batman's JOKER! LOL!
Posted on: 3/3/2011 5:25 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
The Cowboy knows what he is talking about! I forgot, since I fly 99% electric power, that glow & gas power is a much different animal from electric. I would take his suggestion to use flaperons. quote]ORIGINAL: Wyoming Cowboy I have a Saito 65 on my Toledo & flaperons are almost essential...it came in pretty hot without them. I'm sure performance is different depending on whether you're using E-power or glow. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/2/2011 10:59 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
I did use some of the control rod hardware that came with the Toledo, but I used Dubro metal clevises for the alierons. When using the provided plastic clevis, you can see in the photo below that I put a small piece of standard fuel tubing over the ends to prevent the clevis from opening. Just a little added protection. [quote]ORIGINAL: kivisto Hello everyone. Have a TS also an old (new in box saito 80) as well as a 100 twin, possible to mount the twin?? Not thrilled with the clevis choice, anyone subsituted another clevis? [/quote]
Posted on: 3/2/2011 6:36 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Thrawn, Your setup soulds real good to me and don't hesitate to post some photos and video of your flights. We all benefit from seeing how other Toledo Specials are built and flown. [quote]ORIGINAL: thrawn150 Final setup and numbers: Lightning 50, Ice 75, 5000 mah 5S 25C lipo and 12 x 8 prop = 7 lbs 3 oz and 975 watts 50 amps at full power. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/2/2011 6:15 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: TOLEDO SPECIAL 40 ARF by Hangar 9
Flying5150, Having flown my TS many times, I really do not think that there is any need for flaperons. I fly on a grass field and my TS tales off beautifully and lands with absolutely no problems whatsoever! With the Hangar 9 recommended set up, I have plenty of power when needed and slowing down for a landing approach has never been an issue that I thought would require flaperons. I hope that this helps you with your build and I would be interested in seeing any photos of your build and Maiden flight. Videos, if possible, would also be appreciated. [quote]ORIGINAL: flyingt5150 Hi all, I am almost finished with my toledo special, and I am just wondering has anybody used flaperons on it. I would like to know of any good or bad tendencies with them. thanks [/quote]
Posted on: 3/2/2011 6:06 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: MICRO-MINI ALBATROS from FLYZONE
Tsavah, Thank you for your very informative post. Comments and observations, like yours, are a very important part of these forums and I thank you for your contribution.
Posted on: 2/21/2011 5:28 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Nitroplanes RQ11 Raven
Rynkan, I forgot about HK having a warehouse in Germany.......that really should save you a great deal of money on shipping. That's a good thing!
Posted on: 2/17/2011 2:41 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Nitroplanes RQ11 Raven
Rynkan, With regard to your item list, I would suggest a motor that can produce from 600-800 watts and an ESC at about 60amps. A 3 to 4cell Li-Po with around 4000mAh would give you longer flight times. If you plan to set up your elevator & rudder with the pull-pull controls, you might want to get some more powerful servos than these 9g micro servos. Just follow this build thread for the basic assembly of your Raven and do not hesitate to ask questions. If there is a local Hobby Shop in your area or if there is a local flying field, you should try to hook up with them and ask for some assistance. I do not believe that you would be refused. Also, check out; http://www.nitroplanes.com/ and http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_index.asp and compare the shipping cost to Sweden. I hope this helps.
Posted on: 2/16/2011 2:47 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: DeNight Special 50 ARF by Hangar 9
Graham, What a great Maiden flight, or should I say, THREE flights! In addition, your flight report was excellent and it gave me a great deal of pleasure to see that your DeNight performed equally as well as mine. It is always encouraging for a reviewer to have this kind of positive confirmation that his assessment of the plane was accurate. Thank you for your wonderful contribution to this build thread. Only, next time you fly your DeNight, try to get one of your flying pals to take a video of your entire flight and be sure to post it on this thread. I'm sure we would all like to see it.
Posted on: 2/14/2011 5:54 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Nitroplanes RQ11 Raven
Erec11, Nice work on your aileron mod for the Raven, also your ground station and electronics package is impressive! Do you have a link to the DIY thread that explains more about the ball turret camera mount using the paint ball hopper?
Posted on: 2/13/2011 10:48 AM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Nitroplanes RQ11 Raven
[quote]ORIGINAL: TexasWillis papajeff, You had a great idea for making the wings removable on the RQ-1 Predator. You have any plans for breaking down the RQ-11 Raven wings? I drive a 2010 Tundra so transporting my Raven fully assembled isn't a problem. Yet, I like the idea of being able to break it down so I can put both the plane and ground station in the same pelican case. [/quote] Willis
Posted on: 2/12/2011 1:43 PM by Author "papajeff" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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