Archive | June 2015

250 Slim Quadcopter

The goal is to build a super thin 250 size quad that will be used as a test platform for trying new parts and different firmwares / features.

To try and cut the size down and keep things tidy i made my own double afro 12a esc’s.
3 - DIY dual afro 12a esc

Esc’s flashed to BL heli and i would recommend this to anyone using afro esc. The tool is cheap, its super easy and it makes so much difference. running oneshot125 with damped-light. Ability to reverse motor output makes wiring much tidier.
4 - BL HELI

yep. it fits the trusty ZMR 250 frame.
5 - Testing Fit

FC and top plate in place
6 - FC and top plate in place

Just had to add radio gear and motors after this and was ready to fly.
1 - Finished and Air-worthy

its verry light, at least till i find some suitable FPV for it. Currently at 260 Grams plus battery, frame is only 14mm high and uses 8mm spacers.

This was built as a prototype using some old parts. its not high spec and i realise i could remove a lot of weight by removing bullet connectors but it’s a testbed. made for trying things, tinkering and swapping parts in and out.

It’s surprisingly quiet and i heard that these motors can have a good amount of thrust with a 6″ prop (when some arrive).

Planned Final Configuration:
Plan is to use a micro fpv cam and mount it on the space at the front of the mobius next to the main lens.
2 - Planned Final Configuration