Quadcopter & FPV Components

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As I was designing my new quad, I developed these parts for assembly and test fitting in various prototypes as the design evolved. I should post the new quad frame soon. In the meantime, I hope these components might help someone with their design. P.S. These also work great to print a kid-friendly or grandkid-friendly quad of their very own. I think I will call it an IPV (Imagination Powered Vehicle). Please start making zooming sounds now! P.P.S. I plan to add additional components as needed. If you have a component that would help, please post a comment and I'll see what I can do. Descriptions & Links Most of the links are to GetFPV.com, where I found the best prices for my parts. Their prices match Banggood or Hobbyking. Free shipping over $60 is a great deal if you're in the US, as it beats waiting on the slow boat from China! The few exceptions were on FPV cameras, transmitters, and ESC's. I'm just a fan of their store; they're about an hour from my house, so I can pick up items the same day. DYS 1306 3100KV motor: http://www.getfpv.com/motors/dys-1306-3100kv-brushless-motor-cw-ccw-pair.html Be careful when threading the prop shafts (M5). Depending on the % fill used, it's easy to shear off the prop shaft. I drilled and tapped the motor mounting holes for 4-40 screws because I didn't have a M2 tap or screws. Edit 8/18/16: Added chamfer to end of prop shaft. 3" 3-blade props: http://www.getfpv.com/propellers/hqprop-3x3x3o-ccw-propeller-3-blade-2-pack-green-nylon-glass-fiber.html These worked much better for my build: http://www.getfpv.com/propellers/hq-dp-3x4-5-propellers-3-blade-2-pack-blue-nylon-glass-fiber.html Edit 10/23/16: Added some parts for Brushed Micro Quads (like my first Quad) http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1647940 8.5mm x 20mm brushed motor: http://www.banggood.com/2-X-8x20mm-Motor-For-Hubsan-X4-H107C-H107D-RC-Quadcopter-p-87683.html?rmmds=myorder Micro Scisky 32bit Brushed Flight Control Board Built-in DSMX/DSMX: Version 1 is for the older board that I have on my quad. Version 2 is for the newer board they seem to be selling now at the link below. There are also 2 versions of each version. Print Settings Printer Brand: LulzBot Printer: Mini Rafts: No Infill: 10% (except maybe motors) Notes: See notes on individual parts