The Lil’ Draganflyer Plus is the evolution of the original Lil’ Draganflyer. Now featuring remotely controlled lights and five optional remotely controlled accessories! These accessories can be interchanged and include a Camera, Missile Launcher, Water Cannon, Hook and Basket, and Bubble Blower.

The Camera accessory package can be purchased separately and records images and video to a micro SD card. Video recording is toggled by the top left controller hat button, and pictures are triggered by the bottom right controller button. A micro SD card and USB card reader are included with the optional Camera accessory package.

The Missile Launcher accessory package can be purchased separately and holds six safe plastic missiles. Individual missile firing is triggered by the top left controller hat button, and simultaneous firing of all six missiles is triggered by the bottom right controller button. Twelve missiles are included with the optional Missile Launcher accessory package. Additional sets of spare missiles can be purchased separately.

The Water Cannon accessory package can be purchased separately and fires a stream of water when pressing the accessory button on the controller. A water filling tool is included with the optional Water Cannon accessory package.

The Hook and Basket accessory package can be purchased separately and raises or lowers a hook on the end of a line. One controller button will raise the line, and the other will lower it. A basket which can be caught with the hook is included with the optional Hook & Basket accessory package.

The Bubble Blower accessory package can be purchased separately and fires a stream of bubbles when pressing the accessory button on the controller. A bottle of bubble solution and a filling tool is included with the optional Bubble Blower accessory package.

The Lil’ Draganflyer Plus mini quadrotor continues to be an ideal beginner 4-channel Ready-to-Fly 2.4GHz electric helicopter. Use it indoors or outdoors for unlimited fun. The Lil’ Draganflyer Plus has flight characteristics similar to its bigger brothers, the Draganflyer X4, X4-P, X6, and X8. With three gyros, the Lil’ Draganflyer Plus offers unsurpassed stability and incredible control. The 2.4GHz digital proportional 4-channel remote control ensures strong, glitch-free performance. Because of its small size, the Lil’ Draganflyer Plus is easy to fly indoors, but it is also powerful enough to fly outdoors even with mild winds.

Lil’ Draganflyer Plus comes 100% assembled and Ready-to-Fly right out of the box with no assembly required.

The Lil’ Draganflyer Mini Quadrotor is an ideal beginner 4-channel Ready-to-Fly 2.4GHz electric helicopter. Use it indoors or outdoors for unlimited fun. The Lil’ Draganflyer has flight characteristics similar to its bigger brothers, the Draganflyer X4, X4-P, X6, and X8. With three gyros, the Lil’ Draganflyer offers unsurpassed stability and incredible control. The 2.4GHz digital proportional 4-channel remote control ensures strong, glitch-free performance. Because of its small size, the Lil’ Draganflyer is easy to fly indoors, but it is also powerful enough to fly outdoors even with mild winds.

The Lil’ Draganflyer comes 100% assembled and Ready-to-Fly right out of the box with no assembly required.

If you own, or plan on buying, the Thunder Power RC TP820CD charger or Thunder Power RC 820CD LiPoly Charger & Rip Max Pro-Peak 270W AC-DC Power Supply, you should be aware that there is a firmware update that needs to be installed on the TP820CD charger. Please note, MOST customers WILL NEED TO PERFORM THE UPDATE. All TP820CD owners should identify the version of firmware currently operating the charger to identify if further action is necessary.

To identify which version of firmware your TP820CD is operating, simply turn on the charger. You will see the version firmware your charger is running, as noted on the bottom right corner of the initial screen displayed. All TP820CD chargers with a firmware version other than v4.3 will need to install the update.

Instructions on updating the Thunder Power RC TP820CD

Please note: When new firmware is made available for any Thunder Power RC Charger, it should be installed to allow for optimal operation of the product.

Extremely simple to assemble and an absolute blast to throw around! Available in a hot red and bright white color scheme, the Hitec HawkEye Hand Launch Glider maintains keen sight over all it surveys. When the price point is this low and the quality is this good, you just can’t go wrong.

Our Bladerunner Black Ghost, Firefly, Micro Mosquito, and Search & Rescue rotors and accessories have never been priced this low! If you’re a Bladerunner helicopter owner, you don’t want to miss this! We’ve slashed the prices on all of the Bladerunner rotors and other accessories to make room for new inventory. Still don’t like the prices? Make us an offer! Take advantage of the huge savings and stock up now while supplies last.

The prices have been reduced by up to 80% off!

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This spreadsheet has over 13000 data points for different propellers. Each row has the following information:

• Propeller Name
• Motor Used
• Gear
• Propeller Diameter
• Propeller Pitch
• Amps, Volts and Watts drawn
• RPM
• RPM as % of Kv * V
• Motor Weight
• Motor and Gearbox weight
• Thrust (in g and oz)
• Grams per Watt
• Pitch Speed

There are macros in the spreadsheet. You can either use them to produce graphs and sort data, or disable them and just read the data. From this data, you can make a more educated choice on which propeller is best for your application. Looking at figures, such as the number of grams per watt obtained, can help you choose between similar propellers by giving you an estimate of which ones are more efficient in different situations. Depending on if you’re building a quad copter for hovering and aerial photography or a high performance RC airplane, you can now get an objective picture of the differences between the propellers.

Simulating propeller performance is a difficult thing to do, and usually requires the use of approximations and assumptions that reduce the accuracy of the final results. Having actual experimental measurements overcomes all of these problems. Individual measurements are usually hard to find online, and are typically scattered among different sources. Besides being difficult to locate, you can’t usually compare similar propellers side by side, since each tests lists data differently. This spreadsheet is a big step towards solving this problem.

Here’s some sample data, taken for an APC 8×6 E Thin Electric Propeller with a Hacker A20-22L  brushless motor:

If you wanted to know how this propeller performs with this motor as RPM is increased, you could make a plot like this in Excel (or any other spreadsheet program, like Numbers, if you’re using a Mac.)

Adding a trendline to the data allows you to make a prediction about the thrust this propeller and motor would provide at other RPM values. A simple polynomial fits the measured data well, and since there are more than 3 data points, you can be reasonably confident that the predictions will be good.

Another useful quantity could be the efficiency of the propeller and motor in grams of thrust produced per watt of power used. Here is one such plot.

APC RC model airplane propellers are available on our website, along with suggested brushless motors.

Several people have made how-to guides about adding radio control to the Multiplex Fox free flight glider. Since the glider doesn’t come with any radio parts or electronics, it can provide a very cheap and durable airframe for conversion to either a pure or motor powered glider. Some have reported success with adding bigger and faster brushless motors to their Multiplex Fox kits, turning the glider into a mini pylon racer. Here are a few of the different setups reported to be successful, and the parts needed to build them.

Pure Glider Setup

This setup leaves much of the Fox airframe unchanged, and adds aileron, elevator and rudder servos to give you a four channel glider. These gliders can be hand launched off of a hill, bungee launched, or even towed by a powered RC airplane (like the Multiplex Minimag.) The construction of one of these gliders is detailed here. The parts used are:

• Four sub micro servos (BA-36G or similar)
• One small 3.7 volt LiPo battery to power the radio (TP125-1SPL25UM or similar)
• Four channel micro RC receiver

The aileron servos can be omitted to reduce weight and complexity, leaving a two channel glider which is controlled with only the elevator and rudder.

Powered Glider Setup

This setup is similar to that of the pure glider, except that the nose of the airplane is cut to make room for a small brushless motor and a larger LiPo battery. Once successful version can be found here. The parts needed are:

• Four sub micro servos (BA-36G or similar)
• One 2 cell LiPo battery to power the motor and radio (TP325-2SPP65J or similar)
• Small brushless motor (HA-A10-12S or similar)
• Propeller (APC-06-040-E or similar)
• 5 to 10 amp speed controller (CC-TB9 or similar)
• Four channel micro RC receiver

You can check out the Multiplex Fox on our website.

Thunder Power RC is always striving to improve their products. Since 2003, Thunder Power RC has been the world-leader in the advancement of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery power and charging solutions for a wide variety of RC, UAV/UAS and other applications. Continuing to set industry-leading standards in performance and reliability is why more pilots, drivers and professionals world-wide choose Thunder Power RC LiPo batteries over any other brand. Thunder Power—# 1 in Performance and Reliability.

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Just after joining the Thunder Power RC team, Jörn Neumann TQ’d and won at the JConcepts Clash powered by TPRC.

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The all-new TP1430C is our most powerful multi-chemistry charger, discharger, cycler and balancer system ever released from Thunder Power RC. With up to 1000 watts of total charging power, the TP1430C can charge, discharge and cycle a wide variety of 1-14S LiPo, LiIon and LiFe (A123) batteries, as well as 1-40 cell NiCd and NiMH along with 6-48V Pb (lead-acid) batteries. The built-in 2-14S LiPo/LiIon/LiFe (A123) cell balancer and included balance connector adapter board are readily compatible with all Thunder Power balance connectors and the JST-XH balance connectors found on most other batteries.

Boasting the same compact design and technology as the TP820CD, the TP1430C is capable of charging at rates up to 30 amps offering the ability to charge many of the latest-generation LiPo batteries at ultra-fast rates up to 9C and beyond. Additional features include built-in data monitoring and viewing on the large class-leading and easy-to-read 48-character blue backlit LCD screen, internal resistance measurement and an advanced Storage Mode function to automatically charge or discharge LiPo/ LiIon/LiFe (A123) batteries as needed. Other great features also include dual computer-controlled cooling fans and temperature protection, an attractive and extremely durable aluminum case, plus the ability to install future firmware updates available for free download from www.ThunderPowerRC.com using a standard mini USB cable. Best of all these incredible features are all available at a value that’s hard to beat while being fully supported and backed by Thunder Power RC’s industry-leading 2-year warranty.

Technical Specifications Powerful 1000W charger, discharger and cycler system with built-in LiPo/LiIon/LiFe (A123) cell balancer. Includes a balance connector adapter board readily compatible with 2-14S Thunder Power and JST-XH balance connectors. This powerful and compact single port design charges, discharges and cycles 1-14S LiIon/LiPo/LiFe (A123), 1-40 cell NiCd/NiMH and 6-48V Pb (lead-acid) batteries. Up to 1000 watts of total power with selectable charge rates from 0.2 amps up to 30 amps for ultra-fast charging. 12 user-programmable memories plus built-in data monitoring and viewing with internal resistance measurement and more. Fully-adjustable charge capacity limit (NiMh/NiCd/Pb), per cell end voltage and low voltage cutoff settings to maximize safety, charge and discharge performance. Wide 12.0-36.0V input voltage range with adjustable input power current limiting to maximize performance and protect power supplies. Durable and compact aluminum case with dual computer-controlled cooling fans and an extremely easy-to-read blue backlit LCD screen.

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Since 2008, Thunder Power RC Race Series LiPo batteries have set never-before-seen industry-leading standards in performance, reliability and longevity for electric-powered vehicles. They continue to be the batteries to have or be beat by at tracks world-wide while racking up long lists of local, regional and world championship wins and records in all forms and classes of racing. In last 2010, we expanded upon those successes by adding the 1/10th Scale Z3R 540 Brushless motor series to our product line up. In six short months, the Z3R motors have won Snowbirds, ROAR National Title, The Reedy Race of Champions, Tour Oval and NAMBA National races. Continuing to expand upon these successes, Thunder Power RC is proud to introduce the all-new Z3R-8 Sensored Brushless Motors for the RC surface market. Designed, developed and tested at the hands of top racers world-wide, Z3R-8 Sensored Brushless Motors are built to deliver maximum performance and reliability.

Thunder Power RC’s Z3R-8 Sensored Brushless motor series is designed for use in 1/8th scale, off-road vehicle applications. Z3R-8 motors are high-powered for pro-level performance and are available in 1400Kv, 1900Kv, 2100Kv and 2400Kv for any buggy. Each motor is constructed from high-quality materials including a balanced, high-strength 4-pole neodymium rotor, high-temperature coated copper wire and plated copper solder tabs, while features including easy-to-set adjustable timing from 0—25 degrees and fast-switching, high-temp sensors make it easy to maximize performance. The Z3R-8 motors are compatible with brushless sensored and sensorless electronic speed controls for flexibility in power system optimization. All Z3R motors are designed and developed from the ground-up, tested rigorously and race-proven in the hands of top racers world-wide including Paul Lemieux and others, Z3R brushless motors are built to deliver maximum performance and reliability.

Best of all, Z3R Brushless Motors are backed by Thunder Power RC’s industry-leading warranty and damaged replacement program coverage. The Z3R-8 Brushless Motors are now available for purchase by contacting your Thunder Power RC retailer.

Features: Ribbed, aluminum heat sink can with built-in cooling fins Balanced, high-strength 4-Pole neodymium rotor Easy-to-set, 0–25 degree adjustable timing High-temp coated pure copper wire Plated copper solder tabs Fast-switching, high-temp sensors Dual screw hole mounting pattern
Z3R-8 Brushless Motor Specifications: Timing: Adjustable (0–25 degrees) Motor Length: 2.72 in (69.2mm) Motor Diameter: 1.65 in (42.1mm) Shaft Diameter: 0.20in (5.0mm) Weight: 11.4 oz (323g)

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The Academy of Model Aeronautics International Modeling Center hosted the 2011 FAI F3A World Championship competition where the World’s top RC aerobatic/pattern pilots competed for the honors of World Champion. Team USA was represented by Team Manager Albert Glenn and competitors Andrew Jesky, Chip Hyde and Brett Wickizer. These pilots qualified at the USA Nationals competition by finishing in the top four places to represent the USA. Two of the USA team members, Jesky and Hyde, piloted electric models powered by Thunder Power RC Pro Lite 25C series batteries during both the USA Nationals and F3A World Championships.

The FAI F3A class of competition demands the utmost skill and precision as pilots perform complex, aerial maneuvers ranging in varying difficulty of K-factor. Eighty-seven pilots from over 30 countries competed during four rounds of rigorous competition in temperatures measuring upwards of 150 degrees Fahrenheit off of the runway. The preliminary results had thirty of the 87 pilots moving on to the semi-finals. All of the Team USA and many pilots powered by Thunder Power RC moved on to the semi-finals. During the semi-finals the top thirty completed an additional 4 flights for the opportunity to make the finals. The finals were represented by the top ten pilots. Six of the top ten pilots were flying electric powered aircraft. Four of the six electric pilots in the top ten relied on Thunder Power RC to power their competitive flights. Congratulations to the top ten pilots representing their respective countries and Team Thunder Power RC: Wolfgang Matt, Stefan Kaiser, Chip Hyde and Andrew Jesky.

After many rounds of grueling competition, Thunder Power RC comes out on top as the power of choice for the World Championship Team USA with pilots Andrew Jesky and Chip Hyde. Thunder Power RC was the power behind the top placing electric pilots in the individual class of competition with both Jesky and Hyde. Andrew Jesky took home the bronze in the individual class of competition with Chip Hyde finishing 4th overall. Thunder Power RC is proud to be the power behind the majority of the top ten electric pilots in the F3A World Championships. The number of electric-powered entries continues to grow and so does the number of pilots relying on Thunder Power RC. #1 in Performance and Reliability, the most trusted and winning LiPo battery ever used in national and world wide competition comes from the Thunder Power RC!

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Known throughout Europe as one of the rising stars of touring car racing, 17 year old Yannic will join 3-time World Champion Marc Rheinard, Viktor Wilck and Thomas Pumpler to represent Team Thunder Power RC. Yannic is relatively new to the top level racing circuit with only a couple years of racing under his belt, this rookie has made all the Pros take notice. Yannic recently raced in the Euro Touring Series (ETS) which finished the sixth round of competition in Andernach, Germany. His skills were well matched to compete among the Pros, as Yannic finished in 3rd place overall for both the race event and ETS series points. Yannic finished just behind fellow TPRC team driver Marc Rheinard and his Yokomo team mate Ronald Volker.

Thunder Power RC CEO and Owner Charlie Wang with Yannic Prumper and Team Manager Jim Skinner at the ETS Andernach Race.

“Thunder Power RC will bring a new dimension to my competition level performance. I am looking forward to using the Z3R brushless motors and LiPo batteries.” states Yannic Prumper. “I am excited to be a part of the Thunder Power RC team.”

Yannic will represent the TPRC Team at major International and US electric/LiPo events. Thunder Power RC would like to welcome and thank Yannic for trusting in Thunder Power RC to be the power behind his podium level performance. We know that Yannic will continue to help develop the power and performance to take TPRC LiPo battery and brushless motors to the next level of performance to remain #1 in Performance and Reliability.

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Eagle Tree Systems has just released version 4 of their popular Altitude MicroSensor. This new altimeter features a 1 foot vertical resolution and is able to function at up to 20,000 feet. Just like previous versions of the Altitude MicroSensor the version 4 model can connect directly to any of the Eagle Tree data loggers. This MicroSensor also features a built in 8 segment LED display and will read back the maximum altitude attained during each flight even when not plugged in to a data logger. You can daisy-chain this altimeter with other Eagle Tree MicroSensors when it is used with one of the Eagle Tree data loggers.

Technical specifications for the new version 4 Altitude MicroSensor are:

• Resolution: +/- 1 foot
• Weight: 4 grams (.15 ounces)
• Calibration Required: None, works out of the box
• Temperature Compensation: Onboard and precalibrated
• Units: User Selectable Feet or Meters

The Altitude MicroSensor is one of the cheapest and most accurate small altimeters on the market. The ability to run either standalone or as part of a data logging / FPV system makes it a perfect addition to any RC airplane or helicopter pilot’s equipment.

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