Crux3 to Petrel 120.
I wanted to share that a Petrel 120x frame is an almost perfect replacement for a broken Crux3 frame. At this time, Crux3 frames are impossible to buy due to stocking issues. I searched for a long time for a frame that was the correct dimensions, yet stronger than the original. I did not have to modify any of the electronics to make it work, however I did need to order some longer motor mount screws. This frame is 3mm and the crux3 is 2.5mm. The original screws wont fit. I've included the link to Amazon below.
I also upgraded the camera to a RunCam Nano2 that I had leftover from a broken Emax TinyHawk2. I like how the canopy for the Petrel completely protects the camera from direct impacts.
I plan on upgrading the VTX transmitter antenna. The Petrel Canopy has a mount point w/ zip tie that is designed to hold a small lollipop.
Frame |
HGLRC Petrel 120X 3" Toothpick Racing Drone Frame Kit - 3mm
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Flight Controller |
CrazybeeX FR/FS/PNP v2.2 All-IN-ONE flight controller 1-2s compatible for brushless whoops and toothpick
Happymodel.cn
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See Site |
Motors |
4 x Happymodel EX1202.5 Motor - 6400KV/8000KV/11500KV
(8 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Propellers |
GEMFAN 3018 PROPS - (4CW + 4CCW)
(38 builds)
Pyrodrone.com
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$3.99 |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Nano 2 - 14x14 700TVL CMOS FPV Camera
(184 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Antenna |
TBS CROSSFIRE MICRO RECEIVER ANTENNA
(4 builds)
Pyrodrone.com
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$3.95 |
Receiver |
TBS Crossfire Nano Rx - FPV LONG RANGE DRONE RECEIVER
(1499 builds)
Team-blacksheep.com
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$24.95 |
Batteries |
Tattu 2S 450mAh 75C Lipo Long XT30 Whoops
(16 builds)
N-factory.de
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See Site |
Hardware |
Persberg 360pcs 12sizes Laptop Notebook Tiny Computer Replacement electronic Screws Assortment Kit Black,M2 M2.5 M3,for Lenovo T
Amazon.com
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$5.98 |
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nice, i also have a very similar setup with what started out to be a crux3 but ended up being closer to a petrel as i ended ep replacing the frame and flight controller.
Those happymodel flight controllers suck. Mine just quit working.
Yeah def, mine only lasted like a month. I have a zeus5 now and it has been good so far for like 3 months