Lapu Lapu the Explorer Killer - Micro Long Range

By Pairadime on Apr 12, 2020

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I started this build following Dave Clédon's recommend parts https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4054381
But after the initial flight I didn't enjoy the minimum camera angle. I like the Camera almost level to the frame, maybe a 10 degree up tilt and the ribbon on the Tarsier Cam prevented it from being angled lower then about 30. I was going to take the quad apart and reconfigure but the recommended FC that I got was faulty and only had one Uart working. So at this point I was about to give up on the build. Then Nick from CNC madness posted about a premium version withi dual 20x20 stacks. https://m.facebook.com/groups/379155946182689?view=permalink&id=616950959069852

And then in a flash of inspiration I decided that a Caddx Vista FPV system would make the quad even better.

Yesterday I finally took her out after months of waiting for parts. But I gotta say the Caddx Vista DJI FPV system is really as good as everyone is saying. Yes its not perfect but damn its good. Really Good!

Third Flight:

Hopefully better resolution:

Edit: May 8, 2020: changed FC twice, now rocking Talon F7 Fusion, added old broken arm from iflight Battleaxe for camera protection, and added lens protector.

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Part List

Frame	Project #MicroLongRange by Dave_C_FPV (11 builds) Thingiverse.com	See Site
Flight Controller	Aikon F7 Mini V3.1 HD 20x20 Flight Controller (9 builds) Racedayquads.com	$57.99
Motors	4 x FLYWOO NIN TINY NT1404 1404 3750KV 4850KV 2-4S Brushless Motor for RC Drone FPV Racing (7 builds) Usa.banggood.com	$63.60
Propellers	HQ Prop Durable T4x2.5 Bi-Blade 4" Prop 4 Pack (26 builds) Racedayquads.com	$2.99
FPV Camera	Caddx Vista Air Unit (Lite), SN Hobbies - RC Multirotors, Airplanes, Helicopters, Cars & Trucks, Boats, Quadcopters Snhobbies.com	See Site
Receiver	Team BlackSheep TBS Crossfire Nano Receiver (SE) (412 builds) Airbladeuav.com	$29.99

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Discussion

aubey Aug 30, 2020

Where did you get the STL for the camera mount? https://rotorbuilds.com/pictures/f_12355_4uPKeCpyhGgNY8xXY3hPevFWd.jpg

Pairadime Aug 30, 2020

The Iflight DC3 has the same stand off spacing

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4063394

aubey Aug 31, 2020

Do you think this would fit a standard analog cam?

Pairadime Aug 31, 2020

It will fit Micro Cams: 19mm wide

jasperfpv Apr 12, 2020

Nice build. I was planning to use Tarsier initially too for my build but has since changed my mind while waiting for parts to arrive. Been waiting for my Vista ( 2nd) to arrive patiently for weeks. I hope my 16x16mm stack will be lasting.

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Yinka_Brasil Apr 12, 2020

Which base plate would you use to convert to 20x20?

Pairadime Apr 13, 2020

you will need a different top and bottom plate. the center section is stretched another 6mm apart to fit the 20x20 stack

Pairadime Apr 13, 2020

He also suggested the HGLRC stack. Which didn't even have two full working Uarts when I receieved it. Why not skip the hassle and get a 20x20 F7 flight controller with enough spare Uarts to use whatever accessories you want.

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