/dist/images/branding/favicon

GRAUPNER E-PROP 14X8

Discussion in 'Cinestar Misc' started by Jose Luis Ocejo, Jun 19, 2013.

  1. Jose Luis Ocejo

    Jose Luis Ocejo Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2012
    Messages:
    581
    Likes Received:
    44
    I would like to ask for opinions on the Graupner 14x8 Prop on a standard CS8 with standard MK electronics
    thanks
     
  2. Adam Paugh

    Adam Paugh Distributor

    Joined:
    Jun 29, 2012
    Messages:
    323
    Likes Received:
    78
    Hello Jose,

    The two go-to props for CS8 w/ MK electronics are:
    APC 14x4.7 SF/SFP
    Xoar 14x6 matched pair

    I have not experimented with the 14x8 but if I extrapolate the ESC data from these listed above I'd say that the pitch of the 14x8 would cause a significant increase in amp draw with 4s/QC3328 motor.

    Greetings,
    Adam
     
  3. Jose Luis Ocejo

    Jose Luis Ocejo Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2012
    Messages:
    581
    Likes Received:
    44
    I was just wondering about Graupners I have the APC 14x4.7 and the Xoars 14x4 and have smaller Graupners on a smaller kopter, I kind of like them a lot, I know the 14 props are al ready pushing the to upper limit of the system and if I add to that more pitch well yes more heat, amps, Etc.. the Xoars have more of a aerodynamic airfoil shape on the blade than the APC sims to me. I know I got to upgrade soon been on the limit is frustrating
     
  4. kjetil tønnesen

    Joined:
    Aug 16, 2012
    Messages:
    417
    Likes Received:
    23
    dont use the apc 14x4,7

    i fly the graupner 14x8 and that is mutch better than the slowflyers like apc 14x4,7
    tha copter take the winds like butter:)
    and i also use carbon 13x6,5 they are awesome too
    i fly with 5 cell
    good lock
     
  5. Jose Luis Ocejo

    Jose Luis Ocejo Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2012
    Messages:
    581
    Likes Received:
    44
    Hi Kjetil I asume that you are flying with MK electronics and Bl,Ctrl if so, what is the difference you notice on your rig from flying with 5S vs 4S lipos, QC guys did a test some time ago and if I remember right there was not a considerable difference in Bl,Ctrl temperatures and Amp draw
    2 Q, what is your kopter All around weight, is it a 6 or 8, and average air temperatures when you fly
    thanks
     
  6. kjetil tønnesen

    Joined:
    Aug 16, 2012
    Messages:
    417
    Likes Received:
    23
    yes i fly with mk and bl
    i fly the cs 8 and you get more power when i use 5cell instead off 4cell ,and i think it flew more smoother
    now my copter weight around 5,5-6 kg
     
  7. Jose Luis Ocejo

    Jose Luis Ocejo Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2012
    Messages:
    581
    Likes Received:
    44
    Thanks Kjetil thats good and interesting to know I am looking into converting my FC to 5S I have 6 new batteries
     
  8. Fulvio Tonon

    Fulvio Tonon New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 9, 2013
    Messages:
    8
    Likes Received:
    0


    Hi Kietil, I am about to purchase an CS8 with MK electronics and Bl,Ctrl; here's the configuration:
    CineStar-8 Frame Kit: 1
    Flight Control V2.5 ME: 1
    Okto XL Power Distribution Board (Pre-soldered): 1
    MK USB: 1
    QuadroPower 8000 Lipo: 1
    APC 14x5.5 MR Prop Pair: 4
    Multi-Rotor Adapter Rings: 2
    QuadroPower Motor QC-3328: 8
    Molex Cable for FC 2.1 and GPS: 1
    R/C JST Style Connectors: 1
    LED Stripe in Red: 1
    LED Stripe in Blue: 2
    Cinestar Shrink Wrap - Clear: 3 Pieces
    Bolts M3x15 black: 2
    Nut M3 black: 2
    Vibration Dampeners M3x15: 1
    Screw M3x8 black: 1
    Black and Red Silicone Cable - 1 m: 2
    Build Guide DVD: 1
    PCB Extension Set: 1
    Buzzer Adapter PCB: 1
    Loctite 222MS Threadlocker: 1

    FreeFly 2-axis gimbal with radians

    QC told me that it cannot handle 6S, but it looks like going with 5S gives the craft more power and would be compatible with the system?
    Do you simply plug in the 5S battery pack or do you do add a transformer?
    What battery pack do you use (brand and mah) and what flight time do you get?
    THanks!
    Fulvio
     
  9. Chris Fox

    Chris Fox Active Member

    Joined:
    Apr 14, 2013
    Messages:
    463
    Likes Received:
    86
    The MK PDB is the limiting factor for a 6S setup not the V2.5 of the FC is out, if you run the FF PDB and use and i2C converter you can run 6S, just depends on if you want to use the MK PDB or not.

    There are some good threads already on this forum about Heavy Lift setups and running 4,5 and 6S setups
     
  10. Laurence Hamilton-Baillie

    Joined:
    May 23, 2013
    Messages:
    67
    Likes Received:
    6
    i fly wooden xoars and notice that they change size depending on the humidity and temperature. When i flew in the jungle they expanded and subsequently became off balance and when I flew them in the desert they contracted and so started freely spinning on their shafts half way through the week! has anyone else had this problem?
     
  11. Andy Johnson-Laird

    Andy Johnson-Laird Administrator
    Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jul 31, 2012
    Messages:
    10,383
    Likes Received:
    1,164
    Wood changes size by up to 2% depending on the humidity (and, of course the species of wood). Even when surface sealed, wood is like a bundle of drinking straws tied together -- and the straws hold the water.

    Andy.
     
  12. Lauri Hakala

    Lauri Hakala Member

    Joined:
    Sep 19, 2012
    Messages:
    62
    Likes Received:
    6
    One question about the xoars, do I need a different prop adapter to get good grip of the wood or will the standard 2814 prop adapter do the job? I've seen some prop adapters have that knurled base to get better grip :O
     
  13. Gary Haynes

    Gary Haynes Administrator
    Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jul 6, 2012
    Messages:
    5,211
    Likes Received:
    460
    The standard ones are fine. Some of the newer motors now have some knurling.
     
    Lauri Hakala likes this.
  14. Lauri Hakala

    Lauri Hakala Member

    Joined:
    Sep 19, 2012
    Messages:
    62
    Likes Received:
    6
    Anyone tried Xoar 13x6.5 with stock Cs8 Mk electronics. 4s setup with QC-3328/ t-motor 2814 equivalent motors.
    AUW around 6 kilos (13.5lbs). Asking because I don't like my APC SF 14x4.7 props too much, shaky descents and bad tracking.
     
  15. Steve Maller

    Steve Maller UAV Grief Counselor

    Joined:
    Oct 30, 2012
    Messages:
    3,981
    Likes Received:
    807
    You could also try the newer APC “Multirotor” props. I saw pretty consistent improvement in efficiency and handling, although descents are going to be choppy regardless of what props you use. I believe it’s an issue with the flat-8 config itself, not the props.

    http://www.apcprop.com/v/html/multi-rotor.html
     

Share This Page