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Old 06-03-2004 | 10:15 PM
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GKraemer
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Default 3D Power System Setup

I'm requesting help in determining what power system components are required for the CAP-232 from www.3dfoamy.com.
I'm new to electrics and I'm trying to use MotoCalc 7 to configure a motor/controller/prop combination (direct driveor geared) that will produce approximately 20oz of thrust and run for 20 minutes on a 3 cell Li-po pack.

So far I have too many variables and too many combinations to understand what configuration I need. My plane has shipped and I want to get the motor/controller/battery on the way..

I'm thinking of using the following:
Hobby Lobby - JESA18 Jeti Advance 18 Amp Brushless Controller
Hobby Lobby - AXI 221234 external rotor brushless motor
Thunder Power 1950 3 cell Li-po battery pack
Prop?

or

www.maxxprod.com - Himax Brushless Motors w/Offset Gearbox (gear ratio?)
Hobby Lobby - JESA18 Jeti Advance 18 Amp Brushless Controller
Thunder Power 1950 3 cell Li-po battery pack
Prop?

I don't understand how to fully use MotoCalc! Is there anyone willing to make suggestions on what brushless motor, gearbox, controller, and prop that will make the CAP-232 a great flier? I'm guessing the deprin CAP-232 will weigh 10-12 oz prior to installing the power system/radio components.

Thanks

Garry