So! This is technically my second build, I didn't document the first, as I pretty much just copied a (very sick looking) Acrobrat from here on RR (courtesy of TheDronanaut).
That being said, this was a huge improvement, not over the quad itself, but in my ability to build it; both efficiently and for longevity. That is, she's already taken some gnarly crashes.
Without further ado, I present to you, "Roy G. Biv".
The HelioRC Spring IMUF v2 was incredibly easy for a beginner like myself. Clear instructions (though many of the documents and pics refer to v1, mind that, there are differences.)
A great thing about the Spring FC being paired with the Holybro Tekk 4-1, is that the 8(?)-pin connecter between the two is completely matched. No modifying the layout, no added soldering, etc. Additionally, the pads on the Holybro 4-1 are HUGE, nearly too big. But better too large than too small, right?
You will notice that I used rubberized standoffs and rubber grommets on the FC, hopefully that is a non-issue.
So far, everything is holding up exceptionally well. My only real gripe with the build (and this one is on me) is how I oriented the power wires coming off the FC. Other than that, I'm lovin' it.
Side note: I very much enjoy the building aspect, if you see anywhere in this build where I could have made some improvements, please do tell! I love learning and I want my kwads to survive the many crashes that they will see, inevitably.
Frame |
Sköll V2 Base Plate Set
Theflynoshop.com
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$15.00 |
Flight Controller |
HelioRC SPRING V2 IMU-F Flight Controller
(36 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$39.55 |
ESCs |
Holybro Tekko32 35A 4-in-1 BLHeli32 3-6s ESC
(105 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$56.99 |
Motors |
4 x RDQ BADASS 2207 2450Kv Motor
(5 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$51.96 |
Propellers |
HQProp DP 5.1X4.6X3 Propeller (Set of 4 - Light Pink )
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
See Site |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Micro Eagle 800TVL 16:9/4:3 NTSC/PAL CMOS FPV Camera - Red
(323 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$44.99 |
FPV Transmitter |
TBS Unify Pro 5G8 V3 (SMA)
(197 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
See Site |
Antenna |
Team BlackSheep TBS TRIUMPH 5.8GHz Antenna SMA (RHCP 2PCS)
(369 builds)
Amazon.com
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$39.99 |
Receiver |
TBS Crossfire Nano Rx - FPV LONG RANGE DRONE RECEIVER
(1498 builds)
Team-blacksheep.com
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$24.95 |
Batteries |
CNHL 14.8V 4S 1300mAh 100C G+ Plus LiPo Battery - XT60
(141 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$15.49 |
HD Camera |
GoPro HERO5 Session
(135 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$199.99 |
Nice build, how do you like those motors thinking about gettign them for a race build but want an opinion. Thanks
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Beut of a kwad. One thing I noticed was the XT60 solder joints look a little cold. Very clean stack tho. Kudos!
hey thanks for the kind words!
the xt60 to FC joints are by far the most difficult for me. I still haven't sorted out a great way to do them.