ImpulseRC ZX5 Helix

By faken on Jun 28, 2017

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Love the design of the helix - hides all the sensible components and enables a super clean build.

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Danfpv   Aug 25, 2017  

How do the esc's hold up in terms of heat, it doesnt look like they get much cooling in there.

stefanm84   Jul 11, 2017  

Wow I'm surprised the ESCs fit inside of the arms. Since this uses an older FC were you able to use Dshot1200?

faken   Jul 12, 2017 

Was a super tight fit - had to modify the fairings a bit to make it work. I'm using Dshot600 currently. Will check if 1200 actually works. But very happy with how it's flying.

Currently   Jun 29, 2017  

Dude, everything you build is just so freekin clean!

faken   Jun 29, 2017 

Thank you very much :)
Allways try to make it as perfect as possible.

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