Inductrix Frame Stiffeners

[Duck]

I recently cracked my Inductrix FPV frame and replaced it with a new stock frame. While I was at it I picked up a $6 carbon fiber frame stiffener. It appears to hold the motors relative to each other to avoid torquing them during a crash. Has anyone else given them a try? Do they help reduce repairs? Has anyone found a good one? Is it cheaper just to buy a custom Tiny Whoop frame? I had probably 20-30 flights on my Inductrix before I cracked the frame. Replacements were not expensive but I would prefer to avoid doing it often.

This is the frame stiffener I picked up:
https://www.lynxheli.com/product_info.php?products_id=25978

I was wondering if custom frames like this are better for reducing repair frequency/cost:
https://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=76_903_905&products_id=6155
https://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=76_903_905&products_id=6209

 

[Windchaser]

Do you think the frame stiffner is the way to go or getting the complete new frame is a better idea? I broke the frame on mine today, first day I had it! I am bummed!

 

[TazRC]

Lots of folks use the Eachine E010 frame with just minor mods.

http://www.banggood.com/Eachine-E010-RC-Quadcopter-Spares-Parts-Frame-p-1081723.html

 

[JimCR120]

Another thing you might want to consider is gluing a small piece of foam to the bottom of each motor mount. I cut mine out with a hole punch. The result is GREATLY reduced impact on what would normally be a hard landing that in the past has taken out those sensitive motors.

 

[acp]

My approach to stiffening the Inductrix frame: Phoenix Flight X brace

I stumbled across an X-brace from Phoenix Flight and have been using them, they seem to help with the resilience of the inductrix frame.

Link: http://www.rc-drones.com/Phoenix-Flight-Gear-Blade-Inductrix-Carbon-Fiber-Frame-Stiffener-Brace_p_1386.html

I have also found that Welders glue seems to work the best at fixing the frame breaks.

Art

 

[TazRC]

I saw the X brace too but that looks like it still allows sideways twisting. I think the square stiffener might be better. But the Eachine frame might be lighter overall.

 

[TazRC]

I saw the X brace too but that looks like it still allows sideways twisting. I think the square stiffener might be better. But the Eachine frame might be lighter overall.

Update: The X brace appears to be plenty stiff.. and does not allow much sideways twisting at all. Of course (stick) time will tell.