Lol i was building my first drone, practically, unknowingly identical to this one, got stuck and ran into this vid, man how many questions it answered was insane. Thx bro
@MrHristoB4 жыл бұрын
I'm relatively new to the quad building hobby but not a stranger to electronics, as I started back in the days repairing TV's and other things. I've entered the hobby with F330 and F450 flamewheel frames with CC3D and so on... seen countless, countless build videos, kids waving soldering irons and hex drivers all over the place and I can say, this must be the cleanest, neatest and tidiest build I saw(without fancy cuts, camera angles and the drama)!!!! I can only congratulate you and wish you happy building and flying!!!! Well done!!!
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really appreciate it.
@flywithtb50053 жыл бұрын
The length of the video, quality and cuts are amazing. Every beginners dream.
@axiomproofs10284 жыл бұрын
Man your cable management and builds are so clean. I look forward to seeing your next build video. Definitely copying some of your builds myself.
@robmckennie42032 жыл бұрын
I like the way you use a zip tie to support the antennas, very slick
@colinmeyer36784 жыл бұрын
this may be the best build video on youtube, and trust me I've seen a LOT of build videos.
@detroxx567844 жыл бұрын
Amazing build. It's incredible how you manage to get your builds this clean 🤯
@shaiz00772 жыл бұрын
the best and clean built i ever saw
@ThePurplePupUwU4 жыл бұрын
oh my god that clamp and tweezers idea for holding down the button is AMAZING i also have trouble doing that (which is why i usually look for flight controllers that power the receiver from usb) ill be using that idea next time i have to bind a small receiver
@sluj493 жыл бұрын
This video is so under viewed. I bought most of the components you used for my first build just today. I have an RTF arris x220 right now and I want a 6s for my first self built. I love how clean this is and your instructions are both easy to follow and dense with helpful information.
@skyweaver31993 жыл бұрын
We all thank you for rotor builds!!!! I usually fly 6S HD (DJI) , and I am going to do this build , just to do it!! Only difference is my camera is newer, and I am going to use a TBS 69...
@JThemelis3 жыл бұрын
AFTER i ordered my parts for my first 5” build, i come across this video and the parts list are almost identical, minus the flight controller (iflight succex e f407 stack) and powered by 4S… parts arrived today and ill be building soon, using this to follow along with. If it works out as expected, I owe it to the folks like yourself, and the heavy hitters in this hobby to document the effort as a true beginner 🤞🏼👍🏽
@nicothechico5084 жыл бұрын
I am building with the same motors and frame!! I just randomly stumbled on this vid lol
@FattyFPV4 жыл бұрын
Well done...a full build vid in 13 minutes. And RotorBuilds???? Damn. Thanks!
@magiccarpet24165 жыл бұрын
Watched this from beginning to end! Great job man.
@OneOfTheRobs4 жыл бұрын
:-)
@recfocus2 жыл бұрын
Dope video bro - appreciate you making this for everyone!
@jonfharding94292 жыл бұрын
very informative & easy to watch & understand thanks. Jon&Denise
@sleepyheadfpv15074 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Building this frame almost exact parts just different motors, needed some help with camera mounting and you solved it. Also I’m running 4s batteries.
@MitchArbee3 жыл бұрын
This is so clean. Nice job man. Will be building this in a 4s version asap :D
@JThemelis3 жыл бұрын
Same here.. parts JUST arrived 🙌🏼
@donphobos2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed your build. Great!
@fcass4 жыл бұрын
Great video. I've built a bunch of drones before, but I came here hoping to find out where the Source One sandwich plate went (top/bottom) and you answered it! You have an excellent style in the way you present this build. Love it! And a great looking build that rivals or surpasses my Rotor Riot friends here in Orlando who I fly with sometimes (Drew let me fly his quad! What was he thinking lol). And I will think of Mr. Whiffles everytime I bind an XM+! Great tip. I paused at that tip to write this and subscribe immediately hehheh. Well done.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you for the support!
@cbezanis4 жыл бұрын
Whiffles, thanks for this awesome resource. I have your video up in one tab and the RotorBuilds guide in another. I'm using some different components than what you have spec'ed but close enough for me to follow along!
@davidwallace15945 жыл бұрын
Excellent! This will be my next build. Thanks for having the write-up on Rotor Builds also.
@Laroi1783 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video mate, great editing also. :)
@jansenfromsg4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I am building my first source one quad and I want to shout out to you for this diy video.
@ronneilcamara50714 жыл бұрын
The v3 is also wider on the other end. It always broke on the v2. So far, I had many crashes on the v3, I haven't broken any arms yet.
@fmscarbon2 жыл бұрын
Great work for drone
@drethedroneguy4 жыл бұрын
So dope. Thank you so much! Building my first racequad and used this as a reference.
@michaelpetale68724 жыл бұрын
great vid bro and I've subscribed! and I don't know why I haven't found you years ago? As I've found all the other guys that are popular? You are now in thwe popular list ...lol great to know your channel bro, and loved your step by step build wow!!...:)
@tonydrony26704 жыл бұрын
Hi wiffles I’m a new subscriber from Australia 🇦🇺 and loved that build video... great to find new FPV dudes... 🤙👍
@dagget34174 жыл бұрын
Nice Build. Made my own a Month ago with same Parts Exept motors and reciever. Took the r-xsr and the xing 1800kv
@ngathalee53873 жыл бұрын
am about to build a drone so this is very useful thank you
@jtsoutdoorsandmore8136 Жыл бұрын
Ive been flying drones fot a few years now and im considering building my first drone . I also want to take my HS 150 Bolt Bee and put it on a different frame that way i can use normal lipo batterys instead of looking for battery packs for it
@christera26864 жыл бұрын
I´ve just ordered a tbs source one bundle/kit. It has hobbywing xrotor fc and esc, and unify vtx. This will be my first build, and I find this video very helpful, thank you :) Even if its not the same components as you, I guess it will be about the same procedure. I am going to use the unify mounting board though :)
@DVZM.5 жыл бұрын
Literally the first video I found online that shows how to build a fpv drone. All the others are just talking without saying anything.
@whiffles5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I've seen a number of good build videos, but I tend to prefer the less wordy, more brief videos.
@aime_c3 жыл бұрын
Very good video ! About to build the same setup, very glad I can count on your video to help my newbie *ss ! ^^ Thank you !
@yaaminahmed97274 жыл бұрын
This build is too satisfying lol
@trevorisongfuel7902 жыл бұрын
very nice work
@Brunmed5 жыл бұрын
Made myself a build 6S with the same frame 2 weeks ago :) Went with a black and red color scheme!
@Bondo32323 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up.......as always.
@lucasdrever31274 жыл бұрын
Very nice clean build 👌🏼
@MPQuads2374 жыл бұрын
Very nice and neat build.
@Ricko652 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you!
@rueda82nd4 жыл бұрын
Dude sweet build, great video you really explain it and camera you can see details of what you doing. I just got this frame but like you components your using.
@sluj493 жыл бұрын
built this and fried my vtx on first plug in. one part melted right through the plastic shrink wrap it has on it. I have no idea what to do but I suppose these puzzles come with the hobby xD everything else went great and I love this set up. Just gotta get mine finished and working.
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
Oh no! Maybe double check the polarity. Did you get the HV version or the 5V version of the VTX?
@sluj493 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles upon a little research on how to find the polarity of a vtx just now... ive come to find that it is something I need to check and be familiar with so I bought a multimeter. I do have the hv version but I hadn't been thinking about polarity at all through this project. Noob mistake . I'm very much a beginner to rc and its been a confusing path to understand all this but worth it for sure. Any advice is very much appreciated. :)
@sluj493 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles also now im remembering there was a sticker on the vtx package that said "vtx 5v" so maybe I did have the wrong part. On my receipt though I bought the "TBS Unify Pro 5G8 V3 (SMA)"
@sluj493 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles one more thing. I did pay attention to polarity with the battery lead and capacitor I had no idea about checking it with the vtx and possibly other things
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
@@sluj49 Just checked the specs and it says "Operating Voltage: 4.5 - 5.5V" so you probably gave it too much voltage. You always want to double check the max input voltage to your components. I used the "HV" version which takes up to 26v so if you wired it the same way I did that would have certainly killed it. Sorry to hear, definitely a bummer!
@HenriqueSilva-yy2fo4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, very clean build and very didactic. thanks
@slashertechnology66884 жыл бұрын
Dude, your builds beautiful. And WTH is that mini-screw driver called? I'm ordering one ASAP
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It's the Xiaomi Wowstick 1F+
@PhilVollhardt4 жыл бұрын
Was wondering exactly the same!
@aminathshahidha92194 жыл бұрын
Wow man
@rickMCnasty3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Thanks for the info ✌️
@martinyonatan1504 жыл бұрын
very perfect build
@martinyonatan1504 жыл бұрын
bro, if you build a drone racing using this eco motor, is it worth it if you want power that is full power, if this eco is compared to the xing-e motorbike which one will win? it makes me confused at this time to build racing drones
@MasafinaRacing4 жыл бұрын
Nice and easy build video!!!
@saltyfry86883 жыл бұрын
Well done sir..
@bogdannikolakov21594 жыл бұрын
Has someone tested the video feed range with this vtx/antenna setup? Anyways, awesome build with great selection of components!
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It really depends on how clear your line of sight is. You can go a mile or two without any obstructions, but once you cross under the tree line you won't get very far.
@dominikd26584 жыл бұрын
nice and clear build! I did the same trick like you with receiver antennas using shrink tubes but for me it reduced range of my drone like a hell :/
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
What sort of range are you aiming for? I rarely fly more than 200m away.
@dominikd26584 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles So with shrinking tube 200m is my max I think but would be great to fly a little further around 400m. Without shrinking tubes it is possible but then I dont have protection on my antennas.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
@@dominikd2658 I think you should be able to to 400m easily with the shrink tube. You'll lose signal due to trees or obstructions before those cause any issues.
@sathish66013 жыл бұрын
Superb video man. Din know you're the guy who made Rotor Builds until now. Really nice!! Ive been following it for quite few months now. And I'm planning to build the same one except for the vtx which im planning to use a dji air unit. Is is okay if i remove the middle-rear stand-offs to fit it in.
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
You'll need several 3D prints to fit the full DJI air unit. It's much better to use the Caddx Vista with the longer camera cable.
@Dexmethorph2 жыл бұрын
Hey! I have absolutely 0 experience with pid tunes, and have no clue what you meant when you said "betaflight reccommends you drop the p and d term about 30% for this build" is there somewhere that the betaflight devs give a reccommended pid tune for specific voltages? I just build the source one in 7 inch and def need a pid tune but dunno wtf im doing sooo.. any tips?
@kawasakimouse5 жыл бұрын
Great build once again
@lostinayaland4 жыл бұрын
Awesome build! Do you think it could be modified a little bit for longer flight times and ranges?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
You can add a Crossfire or R9 receiver to make it a long range rig, but there's not a whole lot you can do to increase flight time. Maybe a slightly larger battery, but 4-5 minutes is about as much as you can get on a 5" rig.
@lostinayaland4 жыл бұрын
Whiffles Ok, thank you!
@raffpv64732 жыл бұрын
How you install the tbs unify antenna in the back?
@nedapaz4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Thanks!
@leonizze21474 жыл бұрын
i have never seen a short but good review thanks for the helpful informtaions but can you please tell me how much do you spend and maybe make a video for a cheaper drone
@Dogman214 жыл бұрын
There is some youtube on this sub .look up 99 dollar drone build.
@antonschall57724 жыл бұрын
you make such good videos
@vollpfosten52494 жыл бұрын
What is the difference between the Kakute stack and the diatone Mamba stack? Both have a 4 in 1 40 A ESC and an F4 FC but the Kakute is like double the price? What makes the Kakute that much more expensive?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It has a much more sensitive gyro which should perform better, but honestly I can't tell much difference. It also has 32 bit ESCs which offer some performance improvements as well. The Mamba stack should be just fine.
@vollpfosten52494 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles thanks.
@duncan24034 жыл бұрын
Are there any cheaper options for flight controllers/esc stacks that would work well with this?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Sure, take a look at the HGLRC FD435. I just used it on my latest build and it was pretty easy to solder to.
@duncan24034 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles Ok thank you
@lukin_io4 жыл бұрын
@Whiffles And where to get such auto screwdriver? :) Thx!
@BigMac40k4 жыл бұрын
I think it's the Wowstick 1F+
@krishmehta64394 жыл бұрын
Amazing build!! I had a question could I use the xing 2207 motors instead of these and would it work?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Certainly! Just be sure to choose the kv according to the batteries you plan to use. ~2400kv for 4S and ~1800kv for 6S.
@krishmehta64394 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles also the fc + esc is out of stock can you recommend something else that I could use
@airforceone19064 жыл бұрын
What electric screwdriver are you using? Love the video!! Very informative sir!
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Wowstick 1F+
@headmazta4 жыл бұрын
Wow I didn't know you're RotorBuilds dev! Question: Do you know if the props are visible on GoPro Session 5 with 25deg angle? Because it seems like the arms are a bit pointed towards the front.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried 25 degrees, sorry. They may still be out of frame.
@nigellaster24753 жыл бұрын
Would you be able to use the Xilo stax combo for this build instead?
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
Yep, that'll work just fine. You can use just about anything on this frame as long as it's got the amps to power the motors.
@nigellaster24753 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles Thanks for the help
@BB-mk1er4 жыл бұрын
Was there a reason why you didnt power the camera from the VTX? I understand that the FC has power pads for the cam, but is it filtered on the Kakute? I thought that the TBS unify had filtered power for the cam, but now Im not sure. I know that the Nano has an LC filter, but there isnt much info about the big boys.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I mainly did it for simplicity and wiring cleanliness. I've never had any issues powering the camera through the flight controller.
@Luigi_Banana3 жыл бұрын
Hi, would you find link of a GoPro mount? Looks nice soft and good protection of lens. I cant find it on Thingiverse :( Thank you
@Melpandi Жыл бұрын
What screwdriver you use??
@ufoofficial45204 жыл бұрын
hello , I started making a DJI drone from the beginning, I bought a case from DJI mavic 2 zoom without electronics and motors, I don't use original electronics from dji mavic, I have problems calibrating some sensors with this Flight Controller , or you have an idea what flight control electronics to use, butmust having sensors proximity?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I don't think Betaflight supports proximity sensors. DJI uses very proprietary hardware and you'll likely need to use their own for those sensors.
@MarcelloScardi3 жыл бұрын
Are the longer screws used to fix the stack included in the frame?
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the frame comes with the screws needed to mount the stack.
@oceano2714 жыл бұрын
What size paracord did you use for your motor wires and what size capacitor did you use? was it 1000uF Caps?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
The cord is called Para-Max. It's listed on the part list on Rotorbuilds. I used a 35v 470uf capacitor.
@jorgeromero46804 жыл бұрын
Where can i find these countersunk washers? They look awesome
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I've got them linked in the part list on Rotorbuilds. I usually get them from Pyro Drone.
@dirkmyers93754 жыл бұрын
was following bardwells build video and sourced slightly cheaper components. ran across your video when putting together the tbs frame. we basically have the same build except for the motors. question. what does the capacitor do on the esc? some builds i have watched they do not include an extra capacitor. thanks for the info
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
The capacitor helps smooth out the video feed when you punch the motors. It can also help reduce electronic noise to the gyro. It's not necessarily required and a lot of newer boards have pretty good built-in capacitors, but it doesn't hurt.
@Mygordo21104 жыл бұрын
Hey, can I add a spektrum receiver in this instead? I only have a DX6e atm.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
This flight controller isn't available anymore, so you'll need to find an alternative. Just make sure it has a 3.3v pad.
@aaronwilsontd4 жыл бұрын
Where do I get that micro drill?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
That's the Wowstick 1F+
@daniell68353 жыл бұрын
Can this quad fly fast? Do you know what's the quad's max speed? I saw the flight footage and it was smooth, but I'm interested in high speeds. Thank you!
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
It's plenty fast. It's hard to say what the max speed is but with the right props I'm sure it'll do 80-100mph.
@bansheerider6194 жыл бұрын
Damn frame keeps selling out!
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Doh! No other stores carry it?
@Lucas-ck1po4 жыл бұрын
Why do drones have capacitors on the battery line? Is that to help managing power demand peaks?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It's more for suppressing some of the motor noise so lines don't show up in the video feed. It can also help filter the noise for the gyro on the FC.
@Lucas-ck1po4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@williammanzie54464 жыл бұрын
I would love to start getting into this hobby. Where should I start to begin understanding all that I need to start?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Just keep watching videos. You can check out rotorbuilds.com for more part lists and try to reach out to a local FPV groups on Facebook.
@bazilchaudhry57574 жыл бұрын
Hey non-drone question. Where did you get the “grid design” table cover?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I use this clear 18x24 cutting mat on a black table, www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003EDDZWK
@thebikeracer5 жыл бұрын
Great Video!
@bigrill09984 жыл бұрын
What is the electric screwdriver you are using?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
Wowstick 1F+
@asher13684 жыл бұрын
Can you get a GoPro session mount for this quad
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you can find one. There are plenty. It may not have screw holes to match the frame, but a universal mount with zip ties should do the trick. Check Thingiverse or Brain3d.co
@adamcook85644 жыл бұрын
Really helpful video, thanks... sorry if you've already been asked but where did you get the blue countersunk washers from? Really nice touch
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I believe I bought them at Pyrodrone.
@adamcook85644 жыл бұрын
@@whiffles thanks for responding
@mattsupertramp65063 жыл бұрын
I have a 30 x 30 Vtx is there enough room to mount it on the main stack with fc and esc?
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
You should be able to squeeze it in, but it may require tweaking the standoffs and spacing.
@ruskiwafl80294 жыл бұрын
Why you have to add compasitor ?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It's really to smooth out any potential video noise from the motors. It can also help reduce motor noise to the gyro.
@rayv8822 жыл бұрын
Awesome video do you build drones for people by any chance?
@yannic313 жыл бұрын
nice vid my boy
@javieruriel3 жыл бұрын
where did you get the screwdriver? and the blue tag?
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
Wowstick 1F+ and you can get Blu Tack most anywhere.
@dukevah4 жыл бұрын
Nice. I like your website too.
@aydintorres31774 жыл бұрын
great build, what’s the cost and do you think i could make it with a longer range? i am newer to this so i don’t know what works together etc.
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
You can see the cost breakdown by following the link to rotorbuilds.com. You can use a Crossfire receiver on this if you've got a module or the Tango 2. Your biggest limitation is going to be battery life rather than radio signal.
@jameo6244 жыл бұрын
Great workmanship! Nice to see. How are you liking that screwdriver?
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
It's great!
@banjopadlock14 жыл бұрын
Whiffles : I really liked your build video and decided to make one just like it. I ordered all he parts but made a mistake and got 1900 kw Motors. I have a lot of s4s , no s6s and my chargers won't do a s6.. The manufacturer says the motor is good for 3-6s. What adjustments do I have to make to the setup to use s4s and how will it effect the performance.
@daleduropapito4 жыл бұрын
Hey man! Great video. Can you share the PIDs you are using in the maiden flight or in case you made any changes the resulting ones? Thanks so much!
@whiffles4 жыл бұрын
I just reduced P and D terms of pitch and roll by about 10. It was a very cursory tune, so there's still room for improvement. This was on 6S though. I you're flying 4S then you probably don't need to make any adjustments.
@flywithtb50053 жыл бұрын
What capacitor are u using and can u use them for any 6s built?
@whiffles3 жыл бұрын
It's just a 470uF 35V Low ESR Capacitor. And yes you can use them for any 6S build.