Servo Extension Quality
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Servo Extension Quality
Just a FYI - don't use cheap servo extensions!! A few years back I purchased some bulk servo extensions in various lengths. So far most of these extensions have caused problems from apparent servo failure to servos that just can't seem to stop moving when the transmitter sticks have stopped. I checked all of the "questionable" servos with good quality extensions and the problems go away. Connect the bad extension and the problem returns. There must be something in the connections that is causing the problems. These are not gold plated connectors. All of my new ones are.
Anyway, please use good quality extensions and save yourself some heartache.
A public service announcement from someone who really just wants to enjoy their flying time.
Anyway, please use good quality extensions and save yourself some heartache.
A public service announcement from someone who really just wants to enjoy their flying time.
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RE: Servo Extension Quality
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I make my own, from components purchased from Airwild.
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RE: Servo Extension Quality
That is a very good point. YOu do want to minimize the amount of connections, as every connection could lead to failure. On all my larger planes i just eliminate the connections and solder 24guage stranded wire to the end of the servo lead. So the only connection is the connection at the reciever. However, the only downfall is, if a servo does go out you gotta redo the lead.