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📝 Flysky radio behaving erraticly
14 days ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN (
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Apologies not all of the binding process copied across
Binding a Model
Binding is done to link the radio model setting to a receiver. The receiver is only able to connect to a single radio model. In other words if the receiver has been bound to model 3 then it will only work on model 3. If the radio is set to model 2 then it will not work. To bind a model complete the steps listed below. Binding requires the model to be switched on before radio which is opposite to the way you usually operate your radio.
1. Turn on the radio and ensure it is set to the correct model. This is quite critical because if the radio is not set correctly you will “break” the previous bind for that model and that previous link will no longer work.
2. Turn off the radio
3. Ensure the receiver is correctly connected to the model power supply. This will vary if you are using speed controller with a BEC or a separate battery for the receiver.
4. Turn on the boat and the receiver should flash. This checks the boat system
5. Turn off the boat and insert the bind plug into the B/VCC socket
6. Turn on the boat and the receiver should be flashing rapidly at least more rapidly that it did originally.
7. Before turning on your radio ensure all switches are up and the throttle is down.
8. Hold down the bind button and keep it down, now turn on the radio and it will say binding. The receiver will now stop flashing rapidly which means binding process is almost complete.
9. To complete binding remove the bind plug.
10. Then turn off the radio
11. Finally turn off the boat
12. Binding is now complete. You can now operate the model using the procedure for Operating a Boat described above.
Binding a Model
Binding is done to link the radio model setting to a receiver. The receiver is only able to connect to a single radio model. In other words if the receiver has been bound to model 3 then it will only work on model 3. If the radio is set to model 2 then it will not work. To bind a model complete the steps listed below. Binding requires the model to be switched on before radio which is opposite to the way you usually operate your radio.
1. Turn on the radio and ensure it is set to the correct model. This is quite critical because if the radio is not set correctly you will “break” the previous bind for that model and that previous link will no longer work.
2. Turn off the radio
3. Ensure the receiver is correctly connected to the model power supply. This will vary if you are using speed controller with a BEC or a separate battery for the receiver.
4. Turn on the boat and the receiver should flash. This checks the boat system
5. Turn off the boat and insert the bind plug into the B/VCC socket
6. Turn on the boat and the receiver should be flashing rapidly at least more rapidly that it did originally.
7. Before turning on your radio ensure all switches are up and the throttle is down.
8. Hold down the bind button and keep it down, now turn on the radio and it will say binding. The receiver will now stop flashing rapidly which means binding process is almost complete.
9. To complete binding remove the bind plug.
10. Then turn off the radio
11. Finally turn off the boat
12. Binding is now complete. You can now operate the model using the procedure for Operating a Boat described above.
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📝 Flysky radio behaving erraticly
14 days ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Our Association has a Guide for members on the Flysky I6 Radio here is the section on setting up a new model below, hope it is of some help. The chattering with the servos can be caused by interference if they are digital servos. You can usually resolve this by winding the lead through a ferrite core. I have seen this work before when the servos were chattering like in your posted video.
Setting up a New Model
When you have completed or acquired a new model and want to set your radio to operate it follow these steps.
1. Turn on your radio
2. Press the OK key you will see two icons System and Setup
3. As System is highlighted press OK again
4. You will see model select as the first option highlighted press OK again to select
5. You can now move through your models see selecting models above, simply choose the next available model you are not currently using.
6. Press and hold the cancel button this will save your selection.
7. Always check that the radio is set to this new model by clicking the OK button again.
8. Once you have confirmed you have selected the correct model then turn off the radio and go through the binding process as below.
Binding a Model
Binding is done to link the radio model setting to a receiver. The receiver is only able to connect to a single radio model. In other words if the receiver has been bound to model 3 then it will only work on model 3. If the radio is set to model 2 then it will not work. To bind a model complete the steps listed below. Binding requires the model to be switched on before radio which is opposite to the way you usually operate your radio.
Setting up a New Model
When you have completed or acquired a new model and want to set your radio to operate it follow these steps.
1. Turn on your radio
2. Press the OK key you will see two icons System and Setup
3. As System is highlighted press OK again
4. You will see model select as the first option highlighted press OK again to select
5. You can now move through your models see selecting models above, simply choose the next available model you are not currently using.
6. Press and hold the cancel button this will save your selection.
7. Always check that the radio is set to this new model by clicking the OK button again.
8. Once you have confirmed you have selected the correct model then turn off the radio and go through the binding process as below.
Binding a Model
Binding is done to link the radio model setting to a receiver. The receiver is only able to connect to a single radio model. In other words if the receiver has been bound to model 3 then it will only work on model 3. If the radio is set to model 2 then it will not work. To bind a model complete the steps listed below. Binding requires the model to be switched on before radio which is opposite to the way you usually operate your radio.
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📝 Rc connection issues
1 month ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I had an issue with one of my Flysky I6 radios a few months ago. The rudder would work but the motor would not, I sought advice from fellow modellers on this forum but unsure how to link this thread. The bottom line was I solved the issue by going to a new model setting and it has worked fine since. It has resulted in the model 5 option on the radio being unusable because channel 3 does not work. On model 6 it all works well. Perhaps I could reset the radio but this would mean loosing all the settings I currently have for other models and I really do not want to resort to this.
So my advice would be to try resetting your radio to factory settings or just go to a new model and see if it works. If neither work then I guess it probably points to a wiring issue.
I had an issue with one of my Flysky I6 radios a few months ago. The rudder would work but the motor would not, I sought advice from fellow modellers on this forum but unsure how to link this thread. The bottom line was I solved the issue by going to a new model setting and it has worked fine since. It has resulted in the model 5 option on the radio being unusable because channel 3 does not work. On model 6 it all works well. Perhaps I could reset the radio but this would mean loosing all the settings I currently have for other models and I really do not want to resort to this.
So my advice would be to try resetting your radio to factory settings or just go to a new model and see if it works. If neither work then I guess it probably points to a wiring issue.
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📝 Glues
1 month ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Here is a general table we use for picking the type of glue. If you want to glue say GRP to wood then look for the most common stars. Not all materials are there but we have found it a good basis to select a glue.
Hope this is helpful
Bob
Here is a general table we use for picking the type of glue. If you want to glue say GRP to wood then look for the most common stars. Not all materials are there but we have found it a good basis to select a glue.
Hope this is helpful
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📝 Solder
2 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi I use rosin cored solder mainly for electrical connections, but I also use solder paste which I find very good for most other jobs. For railing for example I apply the paste with a tooth pick then heat with a soldering iron. On almost every other job I apply the paste and heat with a butane gun. I have achieved great results using this method. I use only lead based solder paste purchased via Aliexpress, but you can get lead free. When browsing the cheaper lead free paste seems to come up first but you will find the lead based product if you look.
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📝 8 channel set up help
3 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I understand the flysky I6 can cope with 10 channels. I am familiar with the flysky radios and have found them to be generally reliable. I assume you are looking at just on/off switches apart from rudder and throttle, like lights etc. If you do want additional servo control raising and lowering booms etc then you may want to consider the I10 or equivalent in other brands. Does the boat have a receiver in it? If so check the branding which may provide some help.
Hope this is of some help.
Hope this is of some help.
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💬 Re: Superglue!!
4 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I will definitely try vaseline but I have used teflon plumbers tape which seals the lid OK but sometimes binds, although I have always been able to get it to release albeit with some effort.
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I will definitely try vaseline but I have used teflon plumbers tape which seals the lid OK but sometimes binds, although I have always been able to get it to release albeit with some effort.
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💬 Re: Superglue!!
4 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I use a small glue bottle I get from Aliexpress, see photo. If the metal nozzle glogs you can clear it with a short burst from butane torch. However be careful as this may induce a pop as the pressure is released. I clean the tip with an acupuncture needle. Unsure if you can still get these but they do sell nozzle cleaning needles to around 0.2mm. I have found this approach reliable over a long period.
Hope this helps
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📝 Extreme Adults
4 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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We, Newcastle Marine Modellers Association, sail every Saturday at Tarro which is inbetween Maitland and Newcastle. We have a presence on facebook if you would like to join the group.
Cheers
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We, Newcastle Marine Modellers Association, sail every Saturday at Tarro which is inbetween Maitland and Newcastle. We have a presence on facebook if you would like to join the group.
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📝 Extreme Adults
4 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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When you are in Australia if you happen to be near Newcastle NSW we sail every Saturday Morning. Just let me know if you would like to attend.
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When you are in Australia if you happen to be near Newcastle NSW we sail every Saturday Morning. Just let me know if you would like to attend.
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💬 Re: Superglue!!
4 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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When I get a blocked nozzle I heat with a small torch and this usually clears the blockage. I also use acapuncture needles to clear the tube. I do not get a lot of blockages as I try to remember to just squeeze the bottle and blow air through the rube before sealing it. This works well but if you forget a blockage will often result. I also clean the nozzle with a tissue because the tissue sticks to any remaining glue which then can be removed with a hobby knife.
Be carefull if you have to heat the tube as a tiny amount of glue can pop out, also the metal nozzle can discolour.
Be carefull if you have to heat the tube as a tiny amount of glue can pop out, also the metal nozzle can discolour.
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📝 High Impact Styrene
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I mix my own glue using MEK mixed with ABS+ (waste from my printer). I mix relatively small amounts in a well ventilated area and use rubber gloves. I put it into needle glue bottles I get through Aliexpress. The one downside is that the needles do clog up from time to time but acapuncture needles clear the blockage. This glue welds or fuses HIPs and ABS very well have been using this for many years and it definitely works and the cost is about 1/10th of commercial glues.
I mix my own glue using MEK mixed with ABS+ (waste from my printer). I mix relatively small amounts in a well ventilated area and use rubber gloves. I put it into needle glue bottles I get through Aliexpress. The one downside is that the needles do clog up from time to time but acapuncture needles clear the blockage. This glue welds or fuses HIPs and ABS very well have been using this for many years and it definitely works and the cost is about 1/10th of commercial glues.
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📝 HOBBY ENGINE KILLER WHALES SAILBOAT
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Whilst I have not seen this boat before I can say that RC sailing is a great hobby. Whilst I build scale model ships as hobby I sail with a group on Mondays which I find relaxing. The best advice I can give you is to ensure the boat is absolutely watertight. I have made a series of videos on the way I prepared my boat to make it watertight and in 3 years I have not had an issue.
Whilst I have not seen this boat before I can say that RC sailing is a great hobby. Whilst I build scale model ships as hobby I sail with a group on Mondays which I find relaxing. The best advice I can give you is to ensure the boat is absolutely watertight. I have made a series of videos on the way I prepared my boat to make it watertight and in 3 years I have not had an issue.
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📝 Strange Problem with Flysky I6
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Thanks for the reply. I initially thought the batteries too when the problem arose at the pond. I should have said they were NiMhi and only a few months old. On trying other batteries I know were good when I got home including plain old lead acid batteries I still got a low voltage warning on the radio for model No 3. On changing to model 6 the problem went away including the original batteries. I help other members of my Association with radio issues and have solved many problems over the years. This is the first instance I have seen where a model channel has seemingly become corrupted. Any theories are welcome. See my earlier post for my theory on how the issue arose in the first place.
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📝 Strange Problem with Flysky I6
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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In our Association we occasionally have had similiar problems and we have found that in a majority of cases this is due to faulty connections. If you put the boat on the bench and run it then wiggle each of the connections in turn you may be lucky enough to isolate the problem.
In our Association we occasionally have had similiar problems and we have found that in a majority of cases this is due to faulty connections. If you put the boat on the bench and run it then wiggle each of the connections in turn you may be lucky enough to isolate the problem.
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📝 Strange Problem with Flysky I6
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Just to clarify. The model channel which was No 3 of 20 always gives a low battery reading. I have tried a few receivers and they give the same result. The same receivers however work perfectly on No 6 model on the same radio. The only theory I have is that when the ESC BEC became faulty it somehow provided full voltage to the servo which burnt the servo out. Because of the short on the servo the voltage drained and gave the low voltage warning. Why this error remains I am at a loss.
You cannot delete one of the model settings as there are 20 "channels" for individual models. My radio now effectively has only 19.
You cannot delete one of the model settings as there are 20 "channels" for individual models. My radio now effectively has only 19.
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📝 Strange Problem with Flysky I6
5 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi
Just wanted to share a problem I had with one of my Flysky I 6 radios on Saturday. About half an hour into our weekly sail the radio gave a low receiver battery warning so I retrieved the boat. This boat is only 4 years old and had been very reliable. After a great deal of testing back at home I found the speed controller had failed and the servo. Initially I did not believe that two components could fail togther but they sertainly had. But more strange is that the model setting, one of the 20 the radio has, continued to give a low receiver warning even after I had changed out the faulty parts. I have tested some of the other models I have on that radio and they work fine. I then moved to a new model setting and everything worked fine. I tested with a number of receivers and they gave the low receiver battery error on the "faulty" model channel but were fine on the new channel. I want to avoid using the reset as this will mean I have to setup all my models so I have not reset the radio.
I guess my underlying concern is how reliable the radio will be. Has anyone else had a similiar issue with the Flysky I6?
Just wanted to share a problem I had with one of my Flysky I 6 radios on Saturday. About half an hour into our weekly sail the radio gave a low receiver battery warning so I retrieved the boat. This boat is only 4 years old and had been very reliable. After a great deal of testing back at home I found the speed controller had failed and the servo. Initially I did not believe that two components could fail togther but they sertainly had. But more strange is that the model setting, one of the 20 the radio has, continued to give a low receiver warning even after I had changed out the faulty parts. I have tested some of the other models I have on that radio and they work fine. I then moved to a new model setting and everything worked fine. I tested with a number of receivers and they gave the low receiver battery error on the "faulty" model channel but were fine on the new channel. I want to avoid using the reset as this will mean I have to setup all my models so I have not reset the radio.
I guess my underlying concern is how reliable the radio will be. Has anyone else had a similiar issue with the Flysky I6?
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📝 stupid question
6 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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If you are referring to a brushed motor speed controller then the usual configuration for the wires are:
1. The plug that goes into the receiver
2. A switch
3. A red and black lead that go to the battery red to positive and black to negative. Don't for get your fuse.
4. The blue and yellow cables go to the terminals on the motor and swapping them will reverse the direction of the motor.
Hope this helps
If you are referring to a brushed motor speed controller then the usual configuration for the wires are:
1. The plug that goes into the receiver
2. A switch
3. A red and black lead that go to the battery red to positive and black to negative. Don't for get your fuse.
4. The blue and yellow cables go to the terminals on the motor and swapping them will reverse the direction of the motor.
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📝 Weight/ballast
7 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Like the others I find sheet lead is a good option as I can usually get it to conform the shape of the hull. The other option I use is lead shot which I bought many years ago. I understand it may now be difficult to get. I place a plastic bag or usually some kitchen wrap doubled up in the boat and fill in with the right amount of shot. It is really good for getting into difficult spots that lead sheet cannot and it often means you can get the ballast lower in the boat which can be an advantage. Once the lead shot is in place I seal it with a layer of epoxy or silastic.
However, I try to use the minimium amount of ballast instead using as many batteries as I can to provide the vast majority of the ballast.
Like the others I find sheet lead is a good option as I can usually get it to conform the shape of the hull. The other option I use is lead shot which I bought many years ago. I understand it may now be difficult to get. I place a plastic bag or usually some kitchen wrap doubled up in the boat and fill in with the right amount of shot. It is really good for getting into difficult spots that lead sheet cannot and it often means you can get the ballast lower in the boat which can be an advantage. Once the lead shot is in place I seal it with a layer of epoxy or silastic.
However, I try to use the minimium amount of ballast instead using as many batteries as I can to provide the vast majority of the ballast.
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📝 Filling gaps in decks
8 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I agree with Tamiya putty but there was a product which is now hard to get called Squadron putty, this product was very good as a plastic putty. There are a few other options which you could try out on some scrap. You could make your own putty by dissolving styrene in MEK I have used this to good effect especially with 3d printed parts. I use a runny version of this as my glue welds styrene very well. Also a friend uses baking soda with super glue. He swears by this.
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📝 battery
9 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi Fulvio
The first thing you should do is check the voltage on your battery. You said the RX voltage was coming up as low. The two likely causes for this are the battery itself is faulty or the BEC component of your speed controller is faulty. So the first check is to put a multimeter across the battery and if it reads less than 6V you need to replace the battery. If the battery is OK then unplug the lead from your speed controller and carefully check the voltage between the red and black lead this should read above 4V (niminally 5V) depending on your ESC and radio. If this reads OK then you need to look further.
Because you said sometimes you get the low voltage warning this may be just a loose connection so when the boat is running on the bench just slightly wiggle the connections to see if you get a reaction. If all else fails you could try a new receiver, in my experience this is unlikely to be the problem but I have seen it happen before.
Hope the above is of some help.
The first thing you should do is check the voltage on your battery. You said the RX voltage was coming up as low. The two likely causes for this are the battery itself is faulty or the BEC component of your speed controller is faulty. So the first check is to put a multimeter across the battery and if it reads less than 6V you need to replace the battery. If the battery is OK then unplug the lead from your speed controller and carefully check the voltage between the red and black lead this should read above 4V (niminally 5V) depending on your ESC and radio. If this reads OK then you need to look further.
Because you said sometimes you get the low voltage warning this may be just a loose connection so when the boat is running on the bench just slightly wiggle the connections to see if you get a reaction. If all else fails you could try a new receiver, in my experience this is unlikely to be the problem but I have seen it happen before.
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📝 Non sticky boat sides
9 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I have used liquid nails which works to glue either timber, foam or plastic (HIPS) to fibreglass. It is cheap and within our Association there are boats with fibreglass hulls over 20 years old still sailing. Their decks have been glued with liquid nails.
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📝 Glue
10 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Our go to for any wood or plastic to GRP is liquid nails. It is cheap and I have never had a joint fail. Best to clamp it and leave for 12 hours
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📝 ESCs
11 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I guess you will have already done or tried this but JIC.
1. Ensure the leads are pluged into the receiver correctly, correct polarity and channel.
2. Check that you are getting voltage to the motor with multimeter.
3. 25A is a fair bit of current so ensure the battery you are using is capable of delivering the current needed.
If you have an inline meter it would be interesting to know what the system was drawing outside the boat and then inside the boat.
Just a few thoughts hope it may help.
I guess you will have already done or tried this but JIC.
1. Ensure the leads are pluged into the receiver correctly, correct polarity and channel.
2. Check that you are getting voltage to the motor with multimeter.
3. 25A is a fair bit of current so ensure the battery you are using is capable of delivering the current needed.
If you have an inline meter it would be interesting to know what the system was drawing outside the boat and then inside the boat.
Just a few thoughts hope it may help.
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📝 A suitable glue?????????????
11 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Recently my Association has been conducting tests on the glue shown in the link shown below. It has proven to be surprisingly good for the cost and whilst I cannot give it my full seal of approval
it is performing well. It is supposed to glue anything to anything and so far it has successfully glued plastic glasses frames leather straps on sandals as well as plastics and wood. Its EBay description is "3PCS Powerful Solder Multi-Material Repair Adhesive Welding High-Strength Oily"
Recently my Association has been conducting tests on the glue shown in the link shown below. It has proven to be surprisingly good for the cost and whilst I cannot give it my full seal of approval
it is performing well. It is supposed to glue anything to anything and so far it has successfully glued plastic glasses frames leather straps on sandals as well as plastics and wood. Its EBay description is "3PCS Powerful Solder Multi-Material Repair Adhesive Welding High-Strength Oily"
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📝 3D printer choice?
11 months ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi Steve
I make almost all my parts using either a 3d printer or small CNC machine. I have invested a huge amount of time to develop the skills in using the CAD software and my approach. I have included a photo of my Captain Class Frigate. All the fittings including boats, guns etc have been drawn and printed. I use Fusion 360 and as I said I have had to invest a considerable amount of time to develop some skill.
Now for the printing I use only FDM, I find it provides a reasonable result and after filling and painting the result is quite good. I also use only ABS+ to print with. This means that I can join parts to the HIPs plastic I use for the decks and superstructure. Also I only use one filament Esun ABS+. I know how this prints with my machines and so the number of mis prints is kept to a minimum and I usually know how to orientate the more difficult prints. Also I use only one type of printer UP. I find their software easy to use and maintenance is simplified as I have a number of printers.
I enjoy 3d modelling and printing, it is a significant part of the hobby for me. Some people may regard 3d printing as a hobby within itself. My approach is to make the production aspect as reliable as possible. I hope my comments contribute to the disucssion.
I make almost all my parts using either a 3d printer or small CNC machine. I have invested a huge amount of time to develop the skills in using the CAD software and my approach. I have included a photo of my Captain Class Frigate. All the fittings including boats, guns etc have been drawn and printed. I use Fusion 360 and as I said I have had to invest a considerable amount of time to develop some skill.
Now for the printing I use only FDM, I find it provides a reasonable result and after filling and painting the result is quite good. I also use only ABS+ to print with. This means that I can join parts to the HIPs plastic I use for the decks and superstructure. Also I only use one filament Esun ABS+. I know how this prints with my machines and so the number of mis prints is kept to a minimum and I usually know how to orientate the more difficult prints. Also I use only one type of printer UP. I find their software easy to use and maintenance is simplified as I have a number of printers.
I enjoy 3d modelling and printing, it is a significant part of the hobby for me. Some people may regard 3d printing as a hobby within itself. My approach is to make the production aspect as reliable as possible. I hope my comments contribute to the disucssion.
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📝 Electronic Speed Circuit (ESC) with Battery Eliminator Circuit
1 year ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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Hi All
Thought I would make a contribution to this topic. Attached are two basic circuit diagrams that our Association uses. The first one shows a single battery powering a single screw boat using an ESC with a BEC. The secong diagram shows a twin screw boat powered by two batteries in parallel. We use channel 4 because we have an upgrade to the flysky i6 which creates a twin throttle.
Hope this contributes.
Thought I would make a contribution to this topic. Attached are two basic circuit diagrams that our Association uses. The first one shows a single battery powering a single screw boat using an ESC with a BEC. The secong diagram shows a twin screw boat powered by two batteries in parallel. We use channel 4 because we have an upgrade to the flysky i6 which creates a twin throttle.
Hope this contributes.
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📝 Krick "Paula IV". On how to glue the Hull to the Deck ABS.
1 year ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I can only speak for MEK which I blend myself with some dissolved ABS. I have used this mix for a number of years. You only get about 2 mins until it grips maybe even less time depending on the weather. However, it takes a few hours, at least, to achieve good strength. The result is that the join is truly welded and in many cases one of the components fails before the actual join.
I can only speak for MEK which I blend myself with some dissolved ABS. I have used this mix for a number of years. You only get about 2 mins until it grips maybe even less time depending on the weather. However, it takes a few hours, at least, to achieve good strength. The result is that the join is truly welded and in many cases one of the components fails before the actual join.
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📝 Styrene glues???? on Styrene boats
1 year ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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I prepare my own glue using MEK with some ABS dissolved in it. It is a bit messy to prepare but it securely welds the two pieces of plastic together. I have used this for many years, prior to that I used Acribond 120 which gave good but was very thin and relied on the two parts fitting together very well. MEK with ABS dissolved makes the glue thicker and fills any small gaps.
I prepare my own glue using MEK with some ABS dissolved in it. It is a bit messy to prepare but it securely welds the two pieces of plastic together. I have used this for many years, prior to that I used Acribond 120 which gave good but was very thin and relied on the two parts fitting together very well. MEK with ABS dissolved makes the glue thicker and fills any small gaps.
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📝 LEDs
1 year ago by 🇦🇺 BobbyN ( Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class)
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You will need a resistor in series with the LED. The size of the resistor will depend on the current rating of the LED. Just use Ohms Law to work out the size of the resistor. In my experience you certainly do not have to be exact with the resistance value but if you go too low th LED will eventually fail.
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