Carbon fiber props

calistogasolo · Apr 11, 2017

Who can tell me where to buy carbon fiber props for Solo ?

AndyE · Apr 11, 2017

Carbon 11x4,5" propellers from aero-naut.de
7214/27
http://www.hoelleinshop.com/All-you...ticle&ProdNr=AN721427&t=49302&c=62102&p=62102
7215-27:
http://www.hoelleinshop.com/All-you...ticle&ProdNr=AN721527&t=49302&c=62102&p=62102

calistogasolo · Apr 11, 2017

Thanks.
Anything on this Continent?

AndyE · Apr 11, 2017

I'm sure if you search they will be other suppliers of these props

Greg Parker · Apr 11, 2017

calistogasolo said:
Who can tell me where to buy carbon fiber props for Solo ?

Why do you want them? What are the benefits to them in your opinion? Some have suggested that the less flexible props can result in more micro vibrations.

calistogasolo · Apr 11, 2017

Thought I'd try them out
I've heard opinion both ways.

Maxheadspace · Apr 11, 2017

AndyE said:
Carbon 11x4,5" propellers from aero-naut.de
7214/27
http://www.hoelleinshop.com/All-you...ticle&ProdNr=AN721427&t=49302&c=62102&p=62102
7215-27:
http://www.hoelleinshop.com/All-you...ticle&ProdNr=AN721527&t=49302&c=62102&p=62102

Are you using these on your Solo? I have a lot of props from other quadcopters, but none fit the Solo.

AndyE · Apr 12, 2017

Maxheadspace said:
Are you using these on your Solo? I have a lot of props from other quadcopters, but none fit the Solo.

I've used these for some time now. In fact I've just got another spare set arriving today. I was like you just wanted to try them for myself as everyone has there own opinion if they make an improvement. I just like the way it seems to handle better and they are a bit quieter than the stock props. Certainly don't get any improvement in flight time that some people are claiming.

Maxheadspace · Apr 12, 2017

AndyE said:
I've used these for some time now. In fact I've just got another spare set arriving today. I was like you just wanted to try them for myself as everyone has there own opinion if they make an improvement. I just like the way it seems to handle better and they are a bit quieter than the stock props. Certainly don't get any improvement in flight time that some people are claiming.

Thanks. I use CF props on my DIY drones, but never thought to do a micro-vibration comparison. I may give these a try with my Solo.

Doug Benson · Apr 15, 2017

I use these, ordered from Amazon in October of 2015. Bought one set and modified them to fit. Balanced and I'm still using the same set today. The bird really boogies when turned all the way to Ludicrous Speed.

Rock solid now too.
But don't get her fingers caught in the blades!

DJI Phantom 2 & 3 Series Carbon Fiber Reinforced Self-Tightening Propellers Props, 24 x 12.7cm, 2 Pack, Black with Yellow Stripes

Maxheadspace · Apr 15, 2017

Doug Benson said:
Bought one set and modified them to fit. Balanced and I'm still using the same set today.

The key word, though, is "modified." I have carbon fiber props for a Phantom 2/3, but they're not a direct fit on the Solo.

Elvis · Apr 16, 2017

Try Master Airscrew. A set of 4 with nuts are around $18.

Doug Benson · Apr 16, 2017

Yeah they didn't have the solo versions available at that time. I just made a jig to hold the prop then drilled the threads deeper and recut threads. Then used a small fine file to shave down the small raised lip on the underside so it would sit flat on the motor top. FYI