Axel's 3D printed FPV quadcopter

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This custom-built quadcopter is engineered for maximum portability. Its motor arms are crafted from 16 mm carbon fibre tubes, providing a sleek and durable design. The entire frame is made up of parts that have been carefully 3D printed in high-quality PLA material. However, it's worth considering alternative materials like PETG or ABS to increase its crash resistance. The quadcopter features 6 inch propellers and boasts a larger size compared to standard race quads. Its total flying weight comes out to be 630 grams and can achieve a remarkable flight time of approximately 7 minutes while cruising at a comfortable pace, thanks to the use of a powerful 3 cell 2200mAh battery. The carbon fibre tubes used are specifically designed by Hobbyking and feature an outer diameter of 16 mm, an inner diameter of 14 mm, and a length of 330 mm. To create four motor arms, I simply cut two of these tubes in half to yield four 165 mm long units. The 3D printed parts have been engineered to fit any tube with an outer diameter of 16 mm. To assemble the quadcopter, I first glued the motor mounts using CA glue directly onto the carbon fibre tubes. Then, I glued the tubes securely to the base plate using a strong adhesive. The camera mount and rear mounting plate are held together by short M3 screws and nuts. Meanwhile, the top plate is kept in place with four 3D printed spacers. These spacers feature holes that are slightly smaller than 3 mm, allowing for direct threading of M3 screws into the plastic. Check out this impressive tricks video: https://youtu.be/eP1WFb1E-70 For an exciting maiden flight experience, watch this video: https://youtu.be/HPbkTWLpQ8I To learn more about this custom-built quadcopter and its features, visit my website.