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3 | Type of Part | Part | Quantity | Price | Link | Mass (g) | # to Buy | Comments | Other Option | Site | Ordered? | Received? | Misc | ||||||||||||||||
4 | Frame | RCX H250 CF-3K | 1 | $20.00 | http://www.myrcmart.com/rcx-h250cf3k-fpv-quadcopter-3k-carbon-fiber-barebone-frame-p-8092.html | 142 | 1 | MyRCMart frame is cheaper and slightly lighter but Chinese, wait for shipping time, and the chance of Carbon Fiber composite makes me wary - Buy MRM if RCMart is bad | Team Legit Frame, MultiRotorMania | MyRC | YES | YES | http://team-legit.com/product/team-legit-250-mini-quad-zmr-250/ | ||||||||||||||||
5 | ESC | DYS BL20A | 4 | $14.00 | http://www.banggood.com/DYS-BL20A-Mini-20A-BLHeli-ESC-OPTO-2-4s-for-RC-Multicopter-p-975798.html?p=OY2106728901201408U4 | 8 | 5 | Need to flash with latest BLHeli if it doesn't come with 13.2 - Also add OneShot. May need USBasp or Arduino | RotorGeeks 12A BLHeli (or 30A) | BG | YES | YES | http://rotorgeeks.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=34_43&product_id=125 | RotorGeeks 12A | |||||||||||||||
6 | Motor | RCX H2206 2250 kv | 4 | $10.00 | http://www.myrcmart.com/rcx-h2206-2250kv-multirotor-outrunner-brushless-motor-motion-balanced-p-8395.html | 32 | 5 | Maybe get some 5x4 to try - obviously buy lots (40?) of spares. HQ is easily broken so avoid while I learn. Calculators show that 5x3 should easily provide enough thrust. | Cobra hard to acquire (being restocked) | MyRC | YES | YES | http://innov8tivedesigns.com/cobra-cm-2204-32-brushless-motor-kv-1960 | ||||||||||||||||
7 | Prop | Gemfan 5x3 | 4 | $2.60 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__58253__Gemfan_5030_Multirotor_Propellers_One_Pair_CW_CCW_Orange_.html | 3 | 12 | I was only able to get 20 - I also bought 24 5040s | Gemfan 5x4 | HKI | YES | YES | |||||||||||||||||
8 | Flight Controller | Naze32 Presoldered | 1 | $30.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__68813__AfroFlight_Naze32_Acro_AbuseMark_FunFly_Controller_Soldered_version_Horizontal_Pin_.html | 7 | 1 | CC3D | HKI | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||
9 | Battery | Turnigy 1500mAh 35-70C 3S | 1 | $16.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__26453__Turnigy_nano_tech_1500mah_3S_35_70C_Lipo_Pack.html | 129 | 2 | Order 2 to start and then I can look at changing up the battery if I so desire. Maybe get different ones to test it out | 1800mAh Battery 3S | HKI | YES | YES | |||||||||||||||||
10 | Transmitter | Turnigy 9X Mode 2 | 1 | $60.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__8992__Turnigy_9X_9Ch_Transmitter_w_Module_8ch_Receiver_Mode_2_v2_Firmware_.html | 0 | 1 | Can add RSSI to OSD with some DIY - probably won't do it since video will drop out first. | Taranis | HK | YES | YES | http://www.getfpv.com/radios/radio-controllers/frsky-taranis-x9d-plus-2-4ghz-accst-radio-x8r-combo-mode-2.html | FrSky w/DJT and D4Rii | Frsky w/DJT and V8FRii (no telemetry | ||||||||||||||
11 | Receiver | OrangeRX DSM2/DSMX Receiver | 1 | $12.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=65950 | 4 | 1 | Need DSMX/DSM2 receiver if I mod Turnigy 9X for Orange Transmitter module (which also allows upgrade to FrSky modules) I can also buy FrSky Transmitter module and receiver | HKUSW | YES | YES | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__67145__Hobby_King_2_4Ghz_Receiver_6Ch_V2_AR_Warehouse_.html | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__24788__FrSky_D4R_II_4ch_2_4Ghz_ACCST_Receiver_w_telemetry_.html | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__14349__FrSky_DJT_2_4Ghz_Combo_Pack_for_JR_w_Telemetry_Module_V8FR_II_RX.html | |||||||||||||||
12 | Voltage Warner | HobbyKing Low Voltage Alarm | 1 | $2.50 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=41178 | 5 | 1 | Not necessary with OSD - get for FPV setup? | HKUSW | YES | YES | http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2426 | |||||||||||||||||
13 | Power Dist Board | Simple PDB | 1 | $10.00 | http://multirotormania.com/power-distribution/410-simplepdb-for-minis.html | 12 | 1 | Simple PDB makes it hard to fit in the camera so it's not protruding - but maybe it's doable with some angle? Worst case I 3D print a small bumper | Afro PDB | MRM | YES | YES | |||||||||||||||||
14 | BEC | HobbyKing BEC 3A 5V | 1 | $4.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=62873 | 7 | 1 | Wire this to FC and Receiver | HKUSW | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||
15 | Battery for Tx | HobbyKing LiFe 9.9V 1500mAh | 1 | $8.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__17955__HobbyKing_1500mAH_LiFe_3S_9_9v_Transmitter_pack_.html | 0 | 1 | Much better than AA | HKI | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||
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19 | Standoffs | Nylon Standoffs | 1 | $6.00 | http://www.banggood.com/88pcs-M3-Nylon-White-M-F-Hex-Spacers-Screw-Nut-Assortment-Kit-p-944355.html | 10 | 1 | Plenty of metal standoffs at work so these are for boards | BG | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||
20 | Wires | Available at Work | 1 | $0.00 | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||||||
21 | Battery Charger + Power Supply | Imax B6 | 1 | $45.00 | http://www.amazon.com/Original-1~15cell-Balancer-Ladeger%C3%A4t-Netzteil/dp/B00KPM4GL2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1434055188&sr=8-2&keywords=imax+b6+charger | 0 | 1 | Imax B6 seems fine, need to find appropriate power supply. Laptop power supply supplies too much voltage. 12V 5A power supply is fine. | Amazon | YES | YES | http://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Adapter-Charger-Benq-Monitors/dp/B003Z6ZR5O/ref=pd_sim_23_3?ie=UTF8&refRID=0N3EP62C5FYKCYFQ04ZT | Power supply | ||||||||||||||||
22 | Battery Straps | Scorpion Strap 3 Pack | 1 | $5.30 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=17410&aff=1195429 | 1 | HKI | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||||
23 | On Screen Display | Super Simple Mini OSD | 1 | $9.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=35419&aff=1195429 | 4 | 1 | Works with PDB - RSSI mod possible | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||
24 | Heat Shrink | Available at work | 1 | $0.00 | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Adhesive Velcro | Available at work | 1 | $0.00 | Work stopped stocking bigger sizes | NO | NO | ||||||||||||||||||||||
26 | Zip Ties | Available at work | 1 | $0.00 | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||||||
27 | Cable Braids | ? | 1 | Necessary? Maybe for first build leave things easier to take apart | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||||||
28 | Arduino | 1 | Do I need this to test/flash anything? | NO | NO | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
29 | XT60 connector | Male 10cm wire | 1 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__10254__XT60_Male_w_12AWG_Silicon_Wire_10cm_5pcs_bag_.html | Just the socket or with wire? | Get at Hobby Store | HKUSW | NO | YES | http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D842CQA/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1 | |||||||||||||||||||
30 | Blue Loctite | Available at work/comes with motor | 1 | NO | NO | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
31 | Servo Wire | 1 | http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__61681__10CM_Male_to_Male_Servo_Lead_JR_26AWG_10pcs_set_.html | 15 | I'll need at least 5 | Get at Hobby Store | HKI | NO | YES | ||||||||||||||||||||
32 | Prop Balancer | 1 | http://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Propeller-Essential-Quadcopter-Helicopter/dp/B00DS1QUFM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1386382606&sr=8-2&keywords=prop+balancer | Necessary? | NO | NO | |||||||||||||||||||||||
33 | Soldering Iron | Available at Work | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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36 | Video Gogges | Quanum DIY V2 | 1 | $55.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__78125__Quanum_DIY_FPV_Goggle_V2_w_5_inch_LCD_Monitor_Kit_.html | 0 | 1 | Used in RCGroups? | HKI | YES | YES | http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2417739 | |||||||||||||||||
37 | Video Receiver | Skyzone 32 channel 5.8 GHz RC832 | 1 | $34.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__43723__SkyZone_FPV_5_8_GHz_32CH_RC832_Receiver_With_A_V_and_Power_Cables.html?strSearch=rc832 | 0 | 1 | 32 channel for the antennae spectrum of 5725 - 5875 - need 12V for this - 3S | RC805 - $20 but takes 12V power - 305 takes 5V | HKI | YES | YES | |||||||||||||||||
38 | Power Filter | IVC LC Common Mode Filter | 1 | $16.00 | http://www.ebay.com/itm/251964371171 | 8 | 1 | Hobby King LC Filter is out of stock... | HK LC Filter | Ebay | YES | YES | http://www.getfpv.com/accessories-75/power-cables-connectors/lc-common-mode-power-filter.html | ||||||||||||||||
39 | Video Transmitter | Skyzone 5.8GHz 200mW TS5823 | 1 | $25.00 | http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=66731 | 8 | 1 | 7-24V power supply - RP-SMA connector - need adapter for antenna | Used in RCGroups? | HKUSW | YES | YES | http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2417754 | http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2417495 | |||||||||||||||
40 | Video Camera | Sony Super HAD CCD 2.8mm | 1 | $30.00 | http://www.amazon.com/SC2000-600TVL-Camera-Blocked-Filter/dp/B00N3IVJVU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1433962091&sr=8-4&keywords=sony+super+had+ccd+600tvl | 23 | 1 | 12V required - matches VTx - very helpful - use ESC connector to power | 2.1 mm version also fine - wider FOV but worse quality image | Amazon | YES | YES | http://www.securitycamera2000.com/products/SONY-Super-HAD-CCD-600TVL-D%252dWDR-Board-Camera-For-FPV-%252d-US.html | ||||||||||||||||
41 | Video Antennae | Aomway RHCP 5.8GHz SMA | 1 | $15.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__76889__Aomway_5_8GHz_4_Leaf_Clover_Antenna_for_TX_RX_SMA_RHCP_.html?strSearch=aomway%205.8 | 0 | 1 | Need Circular polarized - keep them undamaged - gain of 3dB | SpiroNet antennae | HKI | YES | YES | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=44643&aff=1195429 | http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2416575 | |||||||||||||||
42 | Recording Camera | Mobius Action Cam Wide Angle | 1 | $76.00 | http://www.banggood.com/Mobius-New-Version-Wide-Angle-Lens-C-1080P-HD-Mini-Action-Camera-p-966178.html | 42 | 1 | I like this more than a GoPro or Xiaomi Yi for the form factor | BG | YES | YES | ||||||||||||||||||
43 | JST Connectors | http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089RAXB2/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 | 0 | 0 | Necessary for this setup? | Get at Hobby Store | Amazon | NO | YES | FPV Sets: | |||||||||||||||||||
44 | Pigtail for Antenna | 6 in SMA cable | 1 | $4.00 | http://www.banggood.com/FPV-1_2G-5_8G-Transmitter-Antenna-Extension-Cable-15cm-RP-SMA-to-SMA-p-971345.html?currency=USD&createTmp=1&utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&utm_content=saul&utm_campaign=Rc-Quad-us&gclid=CJj2hPWol8YCFYMCaQodfW4A7Q | 7 | 1 | Will cause 0.5dB attenuation - SMA to SMA | BGI | YES | YES | http://multirotormania.com/fpv-packages/263-58ghz-fpv-bundle.html | |||||||||||||||||
45 | Ground Station Battery | Rhino 2150 mAh 3S 20C | 1 | $11.00 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=50245 | 0 | 1 | 12V - good for receiver and goggles - need connectors | Turnigy 3S | HKUSW | YES | YES | http://www.ebay.com/itm/Turnigy-3S-1000mAh-Lipo-Battery-Pack-11-1v-12v-20-30C-for-FPV-Ground-Station-/251437142139 | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__63646__Quanum_Complete_FPV_Bundle_Set_w_Goggles_5_8GHz_32ch_Video_TX_RX_CP_Antennas_and_Camera_PNF_.html | |||||||||||||||
46 | SMA to RPSMA | Adapter | 1 | $7.00 | http://www.amazon.com/coaxial-coax-adapter-female-RP-SMA/dp/B00CVQ3XLY/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2PXC5AB6J60IH | 1 | Will cause 0.25 dB attenuation | Amazon | YES | YES | http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__65997__Skyzone_Plug_N_Play_FPV_200_Set_With_TS5823_TX_RC832_RX_Sony_CCD_and_Circular_Polarized_Antennas.html | ||||||||||||||||||
47 | 12V Step Up | Pololu Step Up | 0 | $5.00 | http://multirotormania.com/becregulator/400-12v-step-up-voltage-regulator-pololu-u3v12f12.html | 5 | 0 | Research shows that the camera is input power 12+/- 1.2 V which is perfect for my 3S battery running from 12.6 to 11.1V. No need for this | MRM | NO | NO | ||||||||||||||||||
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54 | FPV | $273.00 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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71 | BG | 136.9 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
72 | BG | 6.3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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74 | Amazon | 38.99 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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