RCU Forums - Search Results
RCU Forums

Go Back  RCU Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: Greg Covey
Showing results 1 to 25 of 85
Search took 0.15 seconds.
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-17-2005, 04:50 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Hi Ed,

Sorry for the delay. I was traveling and lost site of this thread.

Your plan sounds very reasonable. I would stick to a 32 cell count with the 90-O-Acro ESC and start with a 20x11...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-11-2005, 01:10 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Hi Stu,

No, I haven't seen any of the AXI 53xx series motors yet. Since both the new AXI series and Actro 40 series need a higher power ESC, I expect to see Hobby Lobby address this issue soon....
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-04-2005, 09:47 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Darrell,

Be wary of the Lithium purist ideals and of manufacturers specifications. In general, they don't fly anything bigger than a parkflyer. You are better off not taxing Lithium packs at...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-03-2005, 04:56 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Then it smokes alot for a while and eventually slows down and stops.
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-03-2005, 04:55 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Here is a Kokam 2.1AH cell connected directly to a 12v battery.

First it swells and then starts to smoke a little.

Then....
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-02-2005, 12:31 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Matt,

Yes, you just picked the wrong cell to explode. I have many others that you can get a "fix" from. :)

Even the damage issue is being addressed by FMA Direct and Kokam USA. They will be...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-02-2005, 09:16 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Darrell,

You ask a very good question so it is time for me to reveal the latest technology. I will post some photos tomorrow to show you what a 2.1AH cell does when you apply 12 volts directly...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-01-2005, 02:03 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

This is the new FMA Flight Systems Flight Recorder (FSFR) and Whatt Meter. The Whatt meter plugs into the FSFR which in turn plugs into the FS8 receiver.

Here are the specs on the Whatt Meter:
...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
01-01-2005, 01:56 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

The Pitch/Roll sensor was mounted under the plane on the gear mains hatch. This was a good position for the 4 sensors to "see" forward, backward, and to teach side.

The vertical sensor for rolls...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-27-2004, 10:45 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

My Edge 540 is getting re-fitted with an FS8 Co-Pilot system from FMA Direct for true failsafe operation.

The FS8 system is like putting your aircraft in a protective bubble. The DSR technology...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-26-2004, 04:08 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

rm,

I would wait to see the pricing in the new "unitized" packs. I suspect it will be much more in our favor.

Since the cell tabs are welded together (i.e. 3.2AH + 3.2AH = 6.4AH) the...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-25-2004, 12:54 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

While I wait for my ESC upgrade to arrive, I decided to paint my pilot figure. I didn't get too fancy with it since the Edge 540 canopy is tinted and hides most of the detail.

I will also start...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-09-2004, 11:09 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Henke,

Don't you trust us Americans anymore? ;)

Yes, everything was done at only 1/2 throttle or less. The vertical roll was performed to see just how much energy we had before stalling and...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-08-2004, 04:30 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Matt,

You are right, I am waiting to replace my ESC before flying the Edge again.

Here is a video of my maiden flight. It was a cold and windy day but we were determined. The pilot had only...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-08-2004, 10:07 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Not a problem, Norm. It is all good information and relates to 10s usage. I think Mike may be getting confused between charging packs all the time in series or just at the field. At the field, I...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-07-2004, 11:18 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Hi Norm,

Thanks for checking in. I still miss many of my old E-Zone buddies but barely have the time to keep up here at RCU. I see some guys at the R/C events like WRAM, TOLEDO, and NEAT. You...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-06-2004, 04:08 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Henke,

You are right with your conclusion about the ESC heat at half throttle but that is where it will be set at to fly at a normal pace. Anything higher will be used for high performance...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-01-2004, 03:37 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Matt,

The unwritten specification here is the overall quality of the internal components. It's like comparing a Cadillac to a Chevy of similar size. The Actro motor is the best built outrunner...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
12-01-2004, 12:58 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Thanks, Brian. I have the 3.2AH cell dimensions and weight but I cannot post the discharge curves yet nor do I know the availability dates.

Model: 8043128H
Thickness: Max. 8.0mm
Width: Max....
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-28-2004, 10:35 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

The Edge covering scheme really stood out in the gray sky. I bought some Oracover from Horizon Hobby and my friend helped me patch the holes up where the corn stalks had punctured the wing and...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-28-2004, 10:26 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Here is a fly-by sequence. Unfortunitly, I missed the knife edge pass as my buddy caught me off guard just watching in amazement.
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-28-2004, 10:18 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Here are some photos of my maiden take-off. The misty rain played havoc with my camera's IR focus. You can see on the ground shot just before take-off that my Edge 540 was wet.

We didn't know...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-25-2004, 09:38 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Henke,

My understanding is that the Schulze controllers are the very best, much like the Actro motors. The 90-O is definitely the way to go!

Perhaps a decade or two ago, you may have gotten...
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-23-2004, 09:55 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Thanks, Gary.

Ok, I'm back up to $389 again but with a confident choice.
Forum: Glow to Electric Conversions
11-23-2004, 09:32 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,475
Posted By Greg Covey

RE: Hangar 9 33% Edge 540

Darrell,

You have a good point. Henke conveyed that the 90-O is good for coping with high current for long periods but the less expensive 135-O should easy handle 80-90amps if it is rated for...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 85
 
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.