Mega 1615/5 C-8 Prop Selection

Wolfman · Jul 26, 2003, 06:32 PM

Tomorrow is the day! My new 8 is ready with a 7x5 prop. Motocalc indicates an 8x4 might be a better choice for maiden since
more thrust. I bought a Whattmeter but dont have it yet so all estimated.

Somebody please help me out with a quick reply prop suggestion.

Brushless new to me and I would sure appreciate a Tip from the Top from one of you guys thats been there.

Standing by..........................and Thanks

tim hooper · Jul 27, 2003, 03:46 AM

Wolfman,

I'm not sure what a C-8 is, but I use the Mega 1615/5, 7x5 prop on 8x800AR cells in a fast 36" aerobat. At 21oz AUW the performance is in the lively/spectacular category.

Just make sure that your cells are good for 18A at full throttle, but this will drop dramatically in the air.

Good luck!

tim

SKYPILEIT · Jul 27, 2003, 06:05 AM

Sir,I think C-8 means Crazy 8...and the 7-5 prop should really make it fast...then check the amp draw when your Wattmeter arrives.Has anyone used a gearbox with this MEGA..??This 5 wind is probly more capable of different applications than others...

Wolfman · Jul 27, 2003, 03:23 PM

Hey Guys! Thanks for the tips. Right, this is the Wattage Crazy 8 and I used the 7x5 prop. WOW! Spectacular is right. Clearly the fastest plane I have flown. Found out quick my throws were far too much even at the lowest arm/horn settings. Next flight will be with my 6ch.tx with end point adjustments. This planes begs for a computer radio. I too am looking at gearboxes to fit this motor. HL catalog doesnt show which boxes accept a the 3.2mm shaft. Maybe somebody can give us a part number. That would be great!

Jul 26, 2003, 06:32 PM	#1
Wolfman Registered User Boondocks, East Coast, USA Joined Jun 2003 648 Posts	Mega 1615/5 C-8 Prop Selection Tomorrow is the day! My new 8 is ready with a 7x5 prop. Motocalc indicates an 8x4 might be a better choice for maiden since more thrust. I bought a Whattmeter but dont have it yet so all estimated. Somebody please help me out with a quick reply prop suggestion. Brushless new to me and I would sure appreciate a Tip from the Top from one of you guys thats been there. Standing by..........................and Thanks

Jul 27, 2003, 06:05 AM	#3
SKYPILEIT did a reversed Immelman..once. Novi, Michigan Joined Nov 2002 2,184 Posts	Mega 16/15/5...props.. Sir,I think C-8 means Crazy 8...and the 7-5 prop should really make it fast...then check the amp draw when your Wattmeter arrives.Has anyone used a gearbox with this MEGA..??This 5 wind is probly more capable of different applications than others...

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Jul 27, 2003, 03:46 AM	#2
tim hooper Single-task at best... Telford, UK Joined Feb 2000 7,298 Posts	Wolfman, I'm not sure what a C-8 is, but I use the Mega 1615/5, 7x5 prop on 8x800AR cells in a fast 36" aerobat. At 21oz AUW the performance is in the lively/spectacular category. Just make sure that your cells are good for 18A at full throttle, but this will drop dramatically in the air. Good luck! tim

Jul 27, 2003, 03:23 PM	#4
Wolfman Registered User Boondocks, East Coast, USA Joined Jun 2003 648 Posts	Hey Guys! Thanks for the tips. Right, this is the Wattage Crazy 8 and I used the 7x5 prop. WOW! Spectacular is right. Clearly the fastest plane I have flown. Found out quick my throws were far too much even at the lowest arm/horn settings. Next flight will be with my 6ch.tx with end point adjustments. This planes begs for a computer radio. I too am looking at gearboxes to fit this motor. HL catalog doesnt show which boxes accept a the 3.2mm shaft. Maybe somebody can give us a part number. That would be great!