balsa wood types
 

i am making my first plane . i am using os .25 fx engine . will someone guide me what type (tech spec) of balsa will i need for whole project. i am absoloute beginner and i will be ordering balsa for the first time. i have heard of a grain, b grain and c grain type and other specs includin 1/32 , 2/32 etc. so what type do i need exactly ? i wish you let me know it in this format

For sheeting : balsa type and width
For spars : balsa type and width
For ribs : balsa type and width
and so on

i would also like to know other sites where airplane construction pics are available .


thanks

vikas

RE: balsa wood types
 

vikas,
Unfortunately, it would not be possible to describe the differences in grades of balsa in this forum. It would take pages, and hours to type.

It also is not possible for anyone to tell you what sizes you will need for your design. Choosing the size of different components is part of designing the plane, and will depend on wingspan, type of plane, type of construction you will be using, etc.

You would be much better off buying a standard kit to begin with. You would learn a LOT about how these are designed and constructed.

I'm posting a link to Balsa USA's site. They sell a wide variety of balsa wood (as well as kits).
http://www.balsausa.com/wood/?shopperid=

Good Luck with your project.
Dennis-

RE: balsa wood types
 

I'll second what Dennis said. You should buy an inexpensive kit. You will learn VOLUMES of information that you can take and run with.