Brilliant thanks for taking the time to post the video. First video looked fine, so it's a case of taking a few seconds to straighten the props before flying. Not sure when I will get my props, will let you know how I get on though.
Here is a video I made this morning. The first startup is a cold start with me straightening the props, after that I shut down and restarted without straightening the props. You will have to click on the vimeo logo to go to full screen.
Brilliant thanks for taking the time to post the video. First video looked fine, so it's a case of taking a few seconds to straighten the props before flying. Not sure when I will get my props, will let you know how I get on though.
It is pretty easy to straighten them before starting. Did you purchase from the Heliengadin direct?
We are now a distributor for Heliengadin products and have their folding props, regular props and prop adapters for both Inspire 1 and Inspire 2.
Picked up an I2 last week and the prop issue is irritating to say the least. Have been looking at various prop adapters and with Michael having the Heliengadin parts domestically, decided to pull the trigger on them. They are simple, well made parts. The fit on the motor shaft is essentially perfect- zero play whatsoever. There is actually a net decrease in AUW with these adapters as they are lighter than the stock units. The entire motor to prop interface is rock solid with this arrangement. Just finished several test flights and the machine flies great. Michael, thanks for getting those shipped so quickly!
nick
Picked up an I2 last week and the prop issue is irritating to say the least. Have been looking at various prop adapters and with Michael having the Heliengadin parts domestically, decided to pull the trigger on them. They are simple, well made parts. The fit on the motor shaft is essentially perfect- zero play whatsoever. There is actually a net decrease in AUW with these adapters as they are lighter than the stock units. The entire motor to prop interface is rock solid with this arrangement. Just finished several test flights and the machine flies great. Michael, thanks for getting those shipped so quickly!
nick
I have installed and tested the Heliengadin mounts and props. The mounts are high quality, but you will pay for them. I almost did not get the props as I have already had a new set of the T-MOTOR CF 15 props and I was highly impressed with the build quality. The T-MOTOR props are very precise and balanced.We are now a distributor for Heliengadin products and have their folding props, regular props and prop adapters for both Inspire 1 and Inspire 2.
@cvanhoose - we are also in FL. If you ever need anything just let us know.
Picked up an I2 last week and the prop issue is irritating to say the least. Have been looking at various prop adapters and with Michael having the Heliengadin parts domestically, decided to pull the trigger on them. They are simple, well made parts. The fit on the motor shaft is essentially perfect- zero play whatsoever. There is actually a net decrease in AUW with these adapters as they are lighter than the stock units. The entire motor to prop interface is rock solid with this arrangement. Just finished several test flights and the machine flies great. Michael, thanks for getting those shipped so quickly!
nick
I have just bought the Motor Props 15 x 5 carbon Fibre and the HeliEngadin mounts should get them both next week. Did you have to widen the prop holes to fit the adaptors?I just pulled the trigger on these mounts: HeliEngadin
I read about the precision process and equipment used to make these and they sold me. Couldn't find info about the Amazing Tech mounts. I am all about precision and balance for my birds. Helps with performance, battery life, and stability for my shots.
I also pulled the trigger on the T-MOTOR 15x5 Carbon Fiber props.
I was going to purchase the package that included the props from Heliengadin but I am not familiar with their props.
I also prefer the hard mount to motor, its a long time preference. The quick release for my Mavic Pro is ok.
Anyone try this setup yet?
I will post my review here once received and properly tested over a handful of flights.
I have installed and tested the Heliengadin mounts and props. The mounts are high quality, but you will pay for them. I almost did not get the props as I have already had a new set of the T-MOTOR CF 15 props and I was highly impressed with the build quality. The T-MOTOR props are very precise and balanced.
I received an email making sure that I did only want the mounts from Heliengadin. I decided to add their props to the order to test.
I was not impressed with the Heliengadin props. They arrived well packaged but poor workmanship, unlike the mounts.
HeliengadinView attachment 14017 vs. T-MOTORView attachment 14018
The bird is not stable at all. Very noisy. I attempted to pull off a LIVE shot for a news station of a closeup of a flag and had trouble hovering 20ft up with little to no wind.
I feel the props are the issue.
I have now installed the T-MOTOR CF 15 props and will give you an update after I get a handful of flights in to compare. Waiting for clear weather in South FL.
The T-MOTOR props come with top mounting hardware, yet I decided to stick to the Heliengadin hardware because of the size and weight difference.
Although......the weight comparison between the two different props are over 5 grams.
Heliengadin props = 29.9 grams
T-MOTOR props = 24.4 grams
Could be the gloss coating on one but every gram counts on this scale.
Tip: I used the blue threadlock semi-permanent. There was good lock on the threads, more than needed. But not as much as what DJI used.
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Here are the pictures of the swap and mounts.
Heliengadin setup:
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T-MOTOR Props + Heliengadin mounts setup:
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Heliengadin mounts closeup:
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Pitch:
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Always use the proper tools:
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Interesting that you are not pleased with the folding props. Maybe I have a golden set or am just lucky but I am very happy with the performance. I clocked over 100kph and flew about 11km round trip. For me the folding props are time savers (having to mount the quick release DJI props), they seem quieter due to less flexing, and they seem to be more efficient. Or maybe I am not as picky as some here. As I am only flying as a hobby and photos/video, my requirements are possibly less stringent as some. I just fly, have fun, make videos, and photos.
Another thought could be that there might have been a bad batch of folding props that might be offering less than optimal performance.
My results are from the fixed props.
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