Edition: Model Aviation - 2004/05
Page Numbers: 159,160
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Modeler’s Mall - 2004/05

Manufacturers who wish to have their products considered for inclusion in this department should send information and a photo, if possible, to the editorial office of Model Aviation. These reviews are composed from such information, and do not imply an endorsement of the products.

Four-Star 40 ARF — Sig Manufacturing Company

Sig Manufacturing Company, Box 520, Montezuma IA 50171 Tel: (641) 623-5154 Web: www.sigmfg.com Price: $218.99

Sig announces a new ARF version of its popular intermediate RC model-airplane kit: the Four-Star 40. The Four-Star 40 has been a common "second airplane" choice since 1989. Its low semisymmetrical wing and low wing loading give it great aerobatic potential.

  • Construction: quality balsa and plywood; hand covered with genuine Oracover film.
  • Extras included: fiberglass wheel-pant set, complete hardware package, fully illustrated assembly manual.
  • Color choices: red or yellow.
  • Specifications:
  • Wingspan: 59.75 in
  • Wing area: 604 sq in
  • Fuselage length: 47 in
  • Power: .40–.46 two-stroke or 40–50 four-stroke glow engine
  • Radio: four-channel system required

1/5-Scale Glastar — Experimental Aircraft Models (EAM)

Experimental Aircraft Models (EAM), 33924 Cotswold Rd., Farmington Hills MI 48335 Tel: (248) 473-7232 · Fax: (248) 615-3690 Web: www.RCHomebuilts.com

EAM has released the 84-inch-wingspan, high-aspect-ratio Glastar. It is a high-wing cabin model with flaps and a choice of landing gear.

  • Construction/finish: fiberglass fuselage, cowling, and wheel fairings; wings and tail covered in Oracover (white or "aluminum").
  • Weight/wing loading: approx. 8 lb flying weight; 25 oz per sq ft wing loading.
  • Power: .60–.91 two-stroke or equivalent four-stroke engine.

Machining and CAD Services — eMachineShop

eMachineShop, 666 Godwin, Midland Park NJ 07432 Tel: (201) 447-9120 Web: www.emachineshop.com

eMachineShop offers free, easy-to-use CAD software to design custom parts with immediate machining analysis, instant price quotes, and online ordering. The service simplifies the design-to-order process for custom machined parts.

  • Services offered: CNC milling, turning, punching, laser cutting, wire cutting, plastic extrusion, thermoforming, tapping, bending; injection molding coming soon.
  • Materials: wide range of metals, plastics, woods, etc.
  • Example parts produced during beta: electronic panels, enclosures, signs, scientific devices, parts for vehicles and model aircraft, optical devices, flywheels, heat shields, sensor mechanics, cameras, electronic devices.
  • Resources:
  • Online overview: www.emachineshop.com/demo/index.htm
  • Media kit: www.ascendpr.com/emsmkit.html
  • CAD download: www.emachineshop.com/download/index.htm

Hot Matz — Artool Products Company

Artool Products Company, Box 14397, Portland OR 97293 Tel: (503) 253-7308 · Fax: (503) 253-0721 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.artoolproducts.com

Artool announces Hot Matz, a colorful collection of self-healing cutting mats with the same rugged quality as Artool Cutting Mats, now available in six double-sided color combinations.

  • Color combos: HOT Purple/Pink, HOT Blue/Green, HOT Red/Orange.
  • Sizes: 8.5 × 12 in and 12 × 18 in.
  • Available at art, craft, and hobby outlets.

2003 NEAT Fair Video — SKS Video Productions

SKS Video Productions, 85 Pine Rd., Abbottstown PA 17301 Tel: (800) 988-6488 or (717) 259-7193 · Fax: (717) 259-6379 E-mail: [email protected] · Web: www.sksvideo.com Price: $19.95 + $4.75 S&H Run time: 108 minutes

From monster machines to micro electrics, the NEAT Fair video showcases a wide range of electric aircraft, including Keith Shaw's Goon, Jason Shulman's Rhapsody, Steve Rojcek's A-10, Forrest Waller's B-17, and Gary Wright's E3D-XL. Features indoor flying, noon demos, ornithopters, and many Scale and sport airplanes.

FS8CP Eight-Channel Receiver / Co-Pilot — FMA Direct, Inc.

FMA Direct, Inc., 5716A Industry Ln., Frederick MD 21704 Tel: (301) 668-7615 · Fax: (301) 668-7619

FMA Direct has begun shipment of the FS8CP, which integrates the Co-Pilot stabilization system with a new eight-channel receiver.

  • Combines the Co-Pilot with an eight-channel receiver, building on the FS5 platform by adding three channels.
  • Features CCPM capability for helicopter pilots.
  • Uses DSR technology to block interference.
  • True fail-safe operation via integrated Co-Pilot: operator preprograms throttle and rudder settings; if signal is lost the unit keeps wings and nose level to allow a controlled descent.

Electronic Speed Controls — FMA Direct, Inc.

FMA Direct announces the Super series of Electronic Speed Controls (ESCs), including the Super 20 and Super 30, with the Super 9 forthcoming.

  • Amperage ratings: Super 9 (9 A), Super 20 (20 A), Super 30 (30 A).
  • Designed for Li-Poly batteries but compatible with Ni-Cd and NiMH.
  • Auto cell-detect: ESCs automatically detect cell count at power-up and set motor cutoff voltage accordingly to prevent over-discharge; cutoff can also be set manually.
  • End Point Adjustment: ensures full throttle stick travel corresponds proportionately to motor speed.
  • Availability: Super 30 and Super 20 currently shipping.

RC Phantom Kit — PM Models

PM Models, 13660 W. Nolina Dr., Hesperia CA 92345 Tel: (760) 947-4381

PM Models releases the Phantom, a quick-build all balsa-and-plywood kit that can be finished with fiberglass, spray paint, or MonoKote.

  • Features: plug-in wings for transport, twin tails with dual rudders.
  • Specifications:
  • Wingspan: 84 in
  • Length: 50 in
  • Suggested flying weight: 9–10 lb
  • Power: .61–.91 two-stroke or 91–120 four-stroke
  • Servos: 10 (with flaps) or 8 (without flaps)

2003 Superman Jet Rally Video — SKS Video Productions

SKS Video Productions, 85 Pine Rd., Abbottstown PA 17301 Tel: (800) 988-6488 or (717) 259-7193 · Fax: (717) 259-6379 E-mail: [email protected] · Web: www.sksvideo.com Price: $19.95 + $4.75 S&H Run time: 105 minutes

The 2003 Superman Jet Rally video celebrates 15 years of RC jet action, featuring over 150 pilots and a wide variety of Scale and sport jets. Featured aircraft include Jerry Keller's F-104; Joe Grice's Hustler; Martin Charbonneau's F-20 Tiger Shark; David Shulman's King Cat; Roger Shipley's A-10 Warthog; Michael Lederer's Rafale; Lewis Patton's F-22 and F9F-5 Panther; Felipe Nieto's X-File; Pat McCurry's AV8R; Gilles Maurice's F-101 Voodoo; and Mike Lesher's F-4 Phantom.

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