HyperLite Floss 2 build

By Flowst8 on Nov 09, 2017

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Newest version has blue canopy/hobbywing F4 FC and 40a ESC 4in1 stack.

Original build has the stock top plate (orange props) and I had separate Racerstar esc's on all arms and a BetaflightF3 board. Upgraded to 4in1 for better COG, reduced weight, and better quality/higher powered ESCs (40a vs. 30a).

Motors feel excellent for this build, butter smooth power delivery and LOTS of it, especially on 5s. Only tried 6" props so far because they work so well I haven't wanted to bother trying anything else.

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juliojair   Oct 24, 2018  

Could you tell me which racerstar ESC you had? I want to build but I don't know if use esc 4in1 or individuals

Flowst8   Oct 24, 2018 
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I need to update this build. My floss has gone through several slick upgrades since this was posted...

But to answer your question - Racerstar RS30AL 30A Blheli_S BB2 2-5S Brushless ESC Built-in RGB LED Dshot600 bought from Banggood lol.

Honestly, it ran super rough and did not do justice to those awesome primoMB motors. I didn't put up with the Racerstars for long and soon went with the full Hobbywing stack + 4in1 ESC and never looked back! Especially for a lightweight build on thin arms, multiple ESCs take away some of what makes this frame so great. Bring that weight into the center of the stack and you get better center of mass and you shed some weight. 4in1 all day! All my builds now.

Beastie Builds   Dec 20, 2017  

Slick build dude - where'd you pick up those tpu arm braces?

Flowst8   Dec 20, 2017 

Thanks! The orange tpu armguards? PiroflipRC - awesome company!

http://pirofliprc.com/Hyperlite-Floss-Arm-Guard-W-Soft-mount_p_4149.html

AngryRedBarber   Dec 11, 2017  

Why did you choose those motors? Seems like a fairly high KV for 6" on 5s..

Flowst8   Dec 11, 2017 
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These motors/kv were recommended to me by numerous people. I mostly fly 4s because I have more 4s packs. So it's perfect for that. Even running 5s I still get around 4min flights if I'm not going crazy on the sticks.

QuadifyRC.com   Nov 14, 2017  

Do you still get good receptions with the stubby Axii all the way down there?

Flowst8   Dec 04, 2017 
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Great question. The answer - NOPE! Lol.

Changing up this design a bit. Moving the antenna to the rear with a Brain3D print and also ditching the top carbon plate in favor of a Nylon canopy. Both should improve the reception. Also swapping out ESCs for a 4in1. Will update pics after its done.

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