Giving APM2 a try. Hexacopter Frame Selection

I've got the APM 2, a 3DR 915Mhz Telemetry set on its way, and a MB1200 XL-MaxSonar®-EZ0 Sonar unit as well.

I didn't have the best luck with APM1 but I blame this on lack of experience and the frame I was using. Since then it seems APM has matured and is looking good in the vids on both the 3DR frame but aftermarket frames as well.

I've done a lot builds since that failed APM1 build so I'm hoping I can get this one dialed:

My previous builds:

https://picasaweb.google.com/102046385214554961345/Quadcopters?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCNH3peTqqKvuGQ&feat=directlink

Due to my experience with APM1 I'm considering the OEM 3DR hexa for plug and play, the Xaircraft X650 CF DIY Hexa with Gimbal, or the DJI F550 Flamewheel. 


I'll be using Simonk flashed 30a ESCs and motor selection is up in the air. SK3, NTM, Avroto? 10x4.5 props...

The flamewheel worries me a bit because it seems like so many people buy the DJI frames and end up selling them for some reason (vibrations?)

I could put this FC on my HT-FPV frame but I don't really feel like testing it on my main quad.

Any hexacopter frame suggestions?


Thanks Everyone. Looking forward to getting burned by the soldering iron!


You need to be a member of diydrones to add comments!

Join diydrones

Email me when people reply –

Replies

  • anyone have any other suggestions before I pull the trigger on the xaircraft?

  • Anyone have experience with the DJI F550 and APM 2?

    Seems the Xaircraft DJI CF hexa frame is a hit with APM 2....

    Thanks!

This reply was deleted.

Activity

Chris Anderson liked Zara Mae Pickering's profile
May 21
Azjeg liked Azjeg's profile
Apr 27
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @chr1sa: Donkeycar 4.4 released with tons of new features, including path learning (useful with GPS outdoors), better Web and Lidar supp…
Nov 27, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @NXP: We are already biting our nails in anticipation of the #NXPCupEMEA challenge! 😉 Did you know there are great cash prizes to be won…
Nov 24, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @gclue_akira: レースまであと3日。今回のコースは激ムズかも。あと一歩 #jetracer https://t.co/GKcEjImQ3t
Nov 24, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
UC Berkeley's DIY robocar program https://roar.berkeley.edu/
Nov 24, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @chr1sa: The next @DIYRobocars autonomous car race at @circuitlaunch will be on Sat, Dec 10. Thrills, spills and a Brazilian BBQ. Fun…
Nov 24, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @arthiak_tc: Donkey car platform ... Still training uses behavioral cloning #TCXpo #diyrobocar @OttawaAVGroup https://t.co/PHBYwlFlnE
Nov 20, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @emurmur77: Points for style. @donkeycar racing in @diyrobocars at @UCSDJacobs thanks @chr1sa for taking the video. https://t.co/Y2hMyj1…
Nov 20, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @SmallpixelCar: Going to @diyrobocars race at @UCSDJacobs https://t.co/Rrf9vDJ8TJ
Nov 8, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @SmallpixelCar: Race @diyrobocars at @UCSDJacobs thanks @chr1sa for taking the video. https://t.co/kK686Hb9Ej
Nov 8, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @PiWarsRobotics: Presenting: the Hacky Racers Robotic Racing Series in collaboration with #PiWars. Find out more and register your inter…
Oct 23, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
RT @Hacky_Racers: There will be three classes at this event: A4, A2, and Hacky Racer! A4 and A2 are based around UK paper sizing and existi…
Oct 23, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
Oct 23, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
Oct 19, 2022
DIY Robocars via Twitter
Oct 18, 2022
More…