***UPDATE 2/2/17 - Motors installed, we're in business. Can't wait to fly this baby!
My current 140mm build, since I still don't have any brushless motor multirotor builds under 180mm. So far the Sigan X140 is definitely a tough build, very small and compact, with little room for wires. ***Still waiting for the motors to come, but it's looking good.
Rocking the RunCam Swift 2 with a 2.5mm 150 degree FOV, loving this camera cause of the built-in voltage sensor and microphone.
What do you guys think about my motor selection, RCX 1407 3200KV, enough power? Also what batteries do you guys recommend, 3S, 4S, at 1000mah or 850mah?
Thanks!
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Part List
Frame |
SiganX140
(2 builds)
Sigandrone.com
|
$69.00 |
Flight Controller |
Furious FPV RADIANCE Flight Controller
Getfpv.com
|
$26.99 |
ESCs |
4 x DYS XSD-20A Solder Version D-Shot Ready
Rcdepothobbies.com
|
$39.96 |
Motors |
4 x RCX H1407 3200KV Micro Outrunner Brushless Motor
(21 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
$47.96 |
Propellers |
RaceKraft 3x3 Clear 4 Blade (Set of 4 - Unicorn)
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
$3.99 |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Swift 2
(200 builds)
Shop.runcam.com
|
$44.99 |
FPV Transmitter |
TBS UNIFY PRO 5G8 HV - RACE (SMA)
Rcdepothobbies.com
|
$21.99 |
Antenna |
FOXEER 5.8G Circular Polarized Omni TX RX RHCP Antenna - (Mini Version) (SMA-GREEN)
Rcdepothobbies.com
|
$9.99 |
Receiver |
FrSky XSR 2.4GHz 16CH ACCST Super Mini Receiver with S-Bus and CPPM Output
Rcdepothobbies.com
|
$14.99 |
Misc Parts |
FrSky XJT 16ch Radio Transmitter Module - JR/Graupner Type
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
$36.99 |
Misc Parts |
TBS Tango FPV RC Radio Controller
Getfpv.com
|
$249.99 |
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I'm thinking about using that same FC. How are you liking it?
So far, the Furious FPV Radiance FC has been working out great. Love the solder pad layout, it works well with my tight builds. As for reliability, I've crashed it multiple times, and it hasn't failed yet. I haven't tested out the latest Betaflight 3.1 release, still on 3.0 but will do so when I get ESCs that support DSHOT.
Good to hear. Does this FC support the smart audio to connect to the unify? I've never used a unify and I'm considering it for my next build with this fc.
I don't know for sure, but after reviewing Joshua Bardwell's video:
You just need to have a spare UART and Betaflight 3.1 installed. I know for a fact that the Furious FPV Radiance uses the PIKOBLX hex which is listed on the site as supported by Betaflight 3.1: https://github.com/betaflight/betaflight/releases
I'll see if I can test it out this weekend. I'll keep you posted.... :)
Yup it looks like it does. Thanks for that information! I actually went with an omnibus f3 for the OSD and transponder system. I was hoping the new Betaflight F3 supported IR but I guess it doesn't.