A450-2 Quadcopter

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This is my second quadcopter design and build project. It features a gimbal for a GoPro-style camera (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1753735), GPS, and up to 18 minutes of flight time with a 5200 mAh battery. Here's the complete parts list: Screws: I used one type of screw, which is 3mm in diameter and about 10 mm long with a pointed end. You can use any 3mm diameter screw that is around 10 mm long. Motors: I purchased a package that included motors, screws, and ESCs from JMT (https://www.amazon.ca/JMT-Brushless-Outrunner-Controller-Quadcopter/dp/B00CTDLX98/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473038186&sr=8-2&keywords=quadcopter+motors). Flight Controller: I recommend using an APM flight controller (https://www.amazon.ca/APM2-8-Flight-Controller-NEO-M8N-Telemetry/dp/B01K1C5R5E/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473038255&sr=8-2&keywords=apm+flight+controller) that includes GPS, telemetry, power module, wires, and a vibration dampening mount. If you don't purchase a package, you'll need to get a GPS, an APM power module, a vibration dampening mount, 3-pin servo wires, and telemetry. Power Distribution Board: I used a Matek Micro PDB with BEC 5V and 12V (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__99138__Matek_Micro_PDB_w_BEC_5V_and_12V_.html?ie=UTF8&newItems=C3FHNFVA0F2QKP%2C1). Lights: I added some lights because they are cheap and attach nicely to the motor. You can get them from Hobbyking (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__88930__RGB_LED_Circle_X6_12V_Lighting_System.html). Props: I used 9x4.7 props, but any prop will work as long as they are clockwise and counter-clockwise. You can get them from Hobbyking (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__55261__Hobbyking_8482_Propeller_9x4_7_Red_CW_2pcs_.html). Transmitter: I used an excellent affordable transmitter from Hobbyking (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__62710__Turnigy_TGY_i6_AFHDS_Transmitter_and_6CH_Receiver_Mode_2_.html). Receiver: The transmitter comes with a receiver, but if you want a longer range and more heavy-duty one, I recommend the Turnigy TGY iA6B V2 Receiver (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__107646__Turnigy_TGY_iA6B_V2_Receiver_6CH_2_4G_AFHDS_2A_Telemetry_Receiver_w_SBUS.html). Battery: I used a Multistar High Capacity 3S 5200mAh Multi Rotor Lipo Pack (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__56839__Multistar_High_Capacity_3S_5200mAh_Multi_Rotor_Lipo_Pack.html) because it's cheap and has high capacity. I've had no problems with it so far. Gimbal Motors: Make sure to get two of these motors (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__43037__2206_140Kv_Brushless_Gimbal_Motor_Ideal_for_GoPro_style_Cameras_.html). Gimbal Controller: I used a gimbal controller from Amazon (https://www.amazon.ca/Gimbal-Controller-Driver-Two-axis-Brushless/dp/B017K4MG8C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1473038979&sr=8-1&keywords=gimbal+controller). Print Settings Printer Brand: Printrbot Printer: Simple Red Supports: Doesn't Matter Resolution: 0.2 Infill: 20 Notes: Use supports touching buildplate on the legs, gimbal plate, and top plate. Custom Section This is the gimbal in action (https://youtu.be/4SUgjnkEF6g).