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An excellent device for saving yoru propellers on those bumpy landings or dodgy take-offs. The prop saver has a 3.17mm size shaft, and comes with a collet to fit most propellers. it also has 3 rubber bands.
will this prop saver work on the turnigy D2826-6 2200kv motor? i know the shaft is right but is it likely that the prop will fly off because of the high thrust?
Hi Chris, No you can't use this on a 3mm shaft. It won't fit properly and will work loose. For a 3mm shaft you should use PRODUCT ID: 3MPRPSVR, PRODUCT ID: OR019-00501-3, or PRODUCT ID: 19-502-3mX10. Cheers, EA!
My pleasure! How's the weather in CO? You're not far from where I used to live in NM. I miss the mountains, but love living by the sea now in my golden years. Cheers, EA!
Amazing how such a simple product can take so much time to deliver. Hobbyking productmanager, please contact your supplier, this is really frustrating...
Hey NewToHK, I am in the same position, 50 days on back order... Do you think I'll be able to achieve similar/workable results with a handheld drill?
Regards,
Lloyd
I'm waiting for it to complete my order.
It is holding my order and your money.
Get them in stock or find some alternative :)
Is this the only one that fits 3,175 shaft?
Dariusz I had the same problem a while ago. This is the only 3.175mm but I bought 3mm ones. Prop Saver w/ Band 3mm (10pcs) SKU: OR019-00501-3. These and a New Drill Bit and a Drill Press. I know it is not perfect bit it works a treat. I am still using them. I hope this helps!!!
Hi LLoyd, Agreed! Because this is one of the few options available for 3.17mm shafts, you would think HK would overstock them since anybody thinking about ordering a motor with a 3.17mm shaft will hesitate if they can't fit it out properly. COME ON HOBBYKING, GET IT TOGETHER! Cheers, EA!
Eduardo Tadeu Halan I had the same problem a while ago. This is the only 3.175mm but I bought 3mm ones. Prop Saver w/ Band 3mm (10pcs) SKU: OR019-00501-3. These and a New Drill Bit and a Drill Press. I know it is not perfect bit it works a treat. I am still using them. I hope this helps!!!
Hi Mark, Yes, both screws bind against the shaft to secure the hub. The will stay tight on a smooth shaft, but I still prefer to grind a tiny flat spot on each side of shaft to ensure that the hub won't fly off if the screws loosen a bit during flight. Cheers, EA!
Hi Mark, It should be compatible but you may need to size the hole in the prop to fit. It can be used with or without the extra bushing you see in the pic, so it fits a variety of props. Cheers, EA!
just don't use it on a muticopter of any sort of with props above 8". They are designed for small parkflyers and flying wings where hitting the ground with the prop happens often, they are also better on motors wunning in pusher setup (motor mounted on the back of the plane pushing it along)
Hi Wander, A 3-blade won't work with this type of prop-saver because of the uneven forces on each side of the bands. You'll have twice as much force (2 blades) on one side vs. the other (1 blade), so the higher force side will lift away from the prop saver causing hideous prop wobble. Cheers, EA!
Hi James, It can handle it. :)
I've had 3-4 very bad crashes, it's dented and bent and its still handling it. im using it with D2826-6 2200kv with 8x4 and 6x4 pros and its great.
Hi SigiK, I've used prop savers on a couple of different 3D foamies with 4mm shaft motors (Park480/1320kV). They work great as long as you double band the prop, which I do even on my 3mm motors to ensure that the prop stays on if one of the bands breaks. My concern with Richard's idea below was his ability to precisely bore out the hole to 4mm without introducing prop wobble. Cheers, EA!
Hi Richard, My responses to your 3 questions are as follows: Yes, No, Probably. Unless you have a lathe or drill press to ensure that you drill the new 4mm hole perfectly straight, you're likely to produce some prop wobble. There are 2 different 4mm prop savers (10 pcs. w/bands) listed and in stock for under $4. See PRODUCT ID: OR019-00501-4 and PRODUCT ID: 19-502-4mX10. Cheers, EA!
never drill anything out when it comes to props and motors (don't let anyone tell you otherwise), it will never be done correctly or dead-center even using jigs. Just buy the 4mm shaft sized version
No, don't use this on a 3mm shaft motor. It will be unbalanced and will work loose when the motor is running. There are 2 different 3mm prop savers in stock that you can choose from: 1) PRODUCT ID: 19-502-3mX10 and 2) PRODUCT ID: 3MPRPSVR. The first one is a set of 10 for just a bit more than the single price. I've used them and they're pretty good. Best part is you get lots of rubber rings with it. Cheers, EA
Não, não usar isso em um motor do eixo de 3mm. Ele será desequilibrada e ficar soltas quando o motor está funcionando. Há duas diferentes poupadores prop 3 milímetros em estoque que você pode escolher: 1) Identificação do produto: 19-502-3mX10 e 2) Identificação do produto: 3MPRPSVR. O primeiro é um conjunto de 10 para apenas um pouco mais do que o preço único. Eu usei-los e eles são muito bons. A melhor parte é você obter lotes de anéis de borracha com ele. Cheers, EA
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This is good for any 1/8" shaft motor. V. light and easy to hook up. No exp of your ST2004, sorry, so cannot say specifically. But should be okay if the shaft is that size.
Sir NO the HobbyKing Donkey ST2004-1550kv Brushless Motor has a Shaft: 3.0mm you need """"PRODUCT ID: 3MPRPSVR""""" 3mm Prop Saver w/ Adapter & 3 bands I hope this helps.
Fernando the 450 heli motor has a Shaft diameter: 3.175mm So this is perfect for it as long as you are using it in a plane with a prop. I hope this helps
I measured this dimension of my digital Vernier Calipers and hole diameter is 3.21 mm (0,126 inch). screwing bolts eliminates backlash. Very good quality.
Hey cpjr ! I only understand English and at times I cant understand my own language ! :)
I only use these prop savers on my slo fliers because the thrust is low. My other faster models I use the collet style prop adapters.
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Quinton Marais
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6 thumbs up!
Comes with 3.17 ID and 3 OD 5.5mm (Perfect fit to GWS orange props!), plus 7mm and 8mm adapter rings. 'O' rings are 22mm diameter type. Bolts are M3 hex head. Machine quality is good.
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Norman H Salesky
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Well, I bought a 3.17 and 3mm to check them out. They didn't fit my GWS or APC props?? The fit on the shaft was lose. Only way to go is the Multi-saver. Same price best fit!!
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Preston Parker
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This is a great value. I picked a couple of them up just to have on hand. They look very nice, and work exactly as they should. No slop on the 3.17mm shaft and no vibration. The supplied O-rings are also very good quality, and not too hard to install over the prop hub. Great item for the money.
Generally good, and does what is expected. Nice clean fit on 3.17mm shaft. Does not appear to interfere with thrust.
Loses a star because one of the screws was a sloppy fit, and started to strip out when tightened. Replacing the screws with better fitting ones salvaged the unit from being a complete loss.
If you do manage to break a prop with this (like me), you will probably lose the band as well. If you are likely to plough the turf often, it is probably best to get more bands too.
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viperbg
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1 thumbs up!
Great useful item. I use it for my park flier, save a lot of props and surprised for quality. Highly recommend it!
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