FT Edge 540 Progress
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mrjdstewart
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not to be critical but you use WAY too much hot glue. 
i like my Edge but i never have seemed to be able to find that sweet spot on motor, prop, battery combo. it is fun but if i want to fly 3D i have much better planes to choose from.
laters,
me
i like my Edge but i never have seemed to be able to find that sweet spot on motor, prop, battery combo. it is fun but if i want to fly 3D i have much better planes to choose from.
laters,
me
ScottSteward
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not to be critical but you use WAY too much hot glue.
i like my Edge but i never have seemed to be able to find that sweet spot on motor, prop, battery combo. it is fun but if i want to fly 3D i have much better planes to choose from.
laters,
me
The hot glue issue is because I struggled with the motor mount. It will be fine.
I'm using the suggested Power Pack C. I trust that it will be fine.
mrjdstewart
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ScottSteward
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what prop and battery do you plan to use?
me
10×4.5 prop. 4S 1300mAh.
TheFlyingBrit
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I am running an Emax GT2812/09 1060kv, 3s 200mAh battery and a 12x6 prop
TheFlyingBrit
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While I was off I finished painting the motor bay and power pod, also painted the inside of the nose grey.
Watch your motor temperatures - I burned up one of the radial C motors on a 4s and 10x7 prop.
That gives it a really nice look, I like it. I see you use turnigy esc's - those are great esc's!
TheFlyingBrit
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Yes that's well spotted, I like the Turnigy plush-32 series the 40amp I have installed has a decent size SBEC - 5amp. It saves fitting a separate BEC, particularly as I am fitting digital metal gear servos.
I don't bother fitting cheap ESC's on decent planes anymore, its not worth losing a model over a few extra ££££, or $$$$ in your case.
I don't bother fitting cheap ESC's on decent planes anymore, its not worth losing a model over a few extra ££££, or $$$$ in your case.
ScottSteward
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Nice! I'm sticking with the FT recommended power pack. Their products have never steered me wrong.
TheFlyingBrit
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I am fitting a new X8R FRsky receiver into this model when its finished, it has telemetry built in providing RSSI and battery voltage data. I was planning to add a separate temperature telemetry module, so I can monitor motor temp too.
Funny you should mention the motor temp, it was one of my concerns doing 3D flying it can take its toll on a motor.
FRsky do a combined RPM and temp sensor for £14.71, which is approximately $20.50 from Banggood.
Plugs into the smart port on the X8R receiver
Funny you should mention the motor temp, it was one of my concerns doing 3D flying it can take its toll on a motor.
Plugs into the smart port on the X8R receiver
The 5a BEC is one of my favorite parts about it for sure, it's so nice not worrying about using an external bec when using more than 4 servos.
TheFlyingBrit
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The RPM and temp sensor wouldn't enlarge on the previous post, so added a new one
This is the FrSky Smart Port RPM and Temperature Sensor it has been designed to work with FrSky Smart Port systems, it can measure the RPM of brushless motors from 1,000~30,000rpm and temperatures of -20 to 250 degrees celsius. Other FrSky Smart Port enabled sensors including the variometer, lipo voltage, GPS, current and airspeed sensors can be used at the same time.
Installing is easy, just connect the sensor to any 2 wires on the brushless motor by the supplied JST cable and then plug the smart port lead into the smart port enabled receiver. 2 temperature sensors are supplied which are plugged to the PCB so you can use a single one or both. Attach the temperature sensor to your ESC to enjoy the full benefit and peace of mind from this fantastic product. Set up is very straightforward using the push button and LED status indicator.
Please note: The FrSky Smart Port RPM/Temperature Sensor is only compatible with FrSky Smart Port enabled receivers such as the X8R, X6R and X4R.
Specifications:
* Compatibility: FrSky Smart Port enabled receivers, such as X8R, X6R, X4R, etc.
* Dimension: 29 × 20 × 2mm
* Weight: 6.7g
* Operating Voltage Range: DC 4 -10 V
* Measurement Range: -20~250 degrees Celsius/ -4~482 degrees Fahrenheit
* Current consumption: 25mA@5V
TheFlyingBrit
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Flite Test always used Emax motors in the beginning, that was until the new radials came on the scene (the only advantage over Emax they can run on 4s).
I regularly use the Emax motors particularly the GT2215/09 1180kv motors, they have plenty of power and as nearly all my batteries are 3s they more convenient.
I have got one Emax that runs on 4s 5000 mAh pack, the GT3520/05 925kv. It powers my balsa WOT trainer which weighs in at 2kg, but will go vertical with this motor and will also fly for a good 12 minutes if I am sensible with the throttle.
I found that the radial C motors have noticeably more power than the old emax C pack motors.
I did actually run my emax c packs on 4s with a 9x6 prop and it worked well. 🤫🤫
TheFlyingBrit
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Just finished off a couple of jobs on mine tonight, the vertical and horizontal stabs have hinges fitted and the edges prepared and sealed.
I have also mounted the front cowl. It was a relief when it was finally secured in place, as it was a pain in the arse to construct and assemble from a plan. Although it was not quite as bad as the rear turtle deck, that took 3 attempts to get right. My foamboard just doesn't like to bend even with heat backing paper removed and working with the grain.
Tomorrow night is filler (spackle) night, plus sanding and more filler. I also need to fit the side supports inside the cover and finish off the cockpit.
I have also mounted the front cowl. It was a relief when it was finally secured in place, as it was a pain in the arse to construct and assemble from a plan. Although it was not quite as bad as the rear turtle deck, that took 3 attempts to get right. My foamboard just doesn't like to bend even with heat backing paper removed and working with the grain.
Tomorrow night is filler (spackle) night, plus sanding and more filler. I also need to fit the side supports inside the cover and finish off the cockpit.
TheFlyingBrit
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One final picture with the tail section in position, not ready for hot glue yet though few more jobs to complete first.
T1TAN
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Thats one neat nose! Is it scratchbuilt or are u using the kit?
