Pocket Prop Balancer with Leg

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This mini prop balancer is portable and perfect for RC plane or quadcopter enthusiasts. Measuring 2.25" by 4", it ensures precision during flight. An update from February 27, 2014, simplifies the creation process by only requiring magnets and threaded rod as additional components. The magnets can be pressed in place without hot glue. The hardware for the finger balancer is made using a #8-32 threaded rod and two nuts purchased from Menards at $1.70. Detailed instructions on assembly are provided, and both 5x3 and 10x5 props can be balanced with this tool. For the balancer, you'll need a Fingertip Prop Balancer GPMQ5000, neodymium magnets of 8mm x 2mm size, and a piece of threaded rod cut to 55mm length and shaped into a point on both ends using a grinder. Printable nuts are also required, tapped out to the #8-32 thread. These printed nuts accommodate a #8-32 nut at their end. The parts are printed with 50% fill, 2 shells, and made from PLA. Photos of the final assembly are included for reference. Any questions can be directed to the creator.