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Radio Control: Electrics

Author: B. Kopski


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 103, 104, 105, 106

RADIO CONTROL ELECTRICS -- MONTHS COLUMN devoted beginning Electric modelerswhich includes beginners aeromodeling well aeromodelers beginning Electric will present overview Electric power what has offer some suggestions getting information about relatively new very appealing aspect hobby Electric almost self-defining just like Gas Rubber several common power sources model flight column primarily focused RC Electrics basic power source fully applicable Free Flight Control Line Electric can flown indoors out can power models ranging size weight tiny one- two-ounce craft 20plus pounds worth Giant Scale no aeromodel type know cannot flown Electric power typical Electric power system includes suitable motor battery motor controller Often compared typical glow gas installation engine fuel tank servo-driven throttle control direct functional similarity Electric aircraft radios ways just like wetfuel powered counterparts designs have flown both ways large numbers Electric motors available aeromodel application numbers steadily increasing small through large motors economy highquality motors Motor battery makeup can quite varied cell count cell size can selected model flight task hand Motor batteries typically made nickel-cadmium cells kind suited high current demands motors still being quickly field-rechargeable kinds motor-control devices also readily available Commonly known Electronic Speed Controls ESCs devices install connect between motor battery motor third connection radio ESCs control motor off smoothly through speed range full via RC transmitter throttle stick wealth available Electric product quite different early days just 20-25 years ago total Electric product count market could done fingers fact huge selection can often confuse first-time E-modelers Electric similar other model power sources its useful kinds models also differs ways differences often make Electric appealing Some attractions obvious low noise cleanliness convenience quiet Electric flight can does save fields threatened June1997 103 noise problems some tell cleanliness appealingno liquid fuel smoky exhaust/oily residue deal example more Scale modelers finding clean Electric real advantage models another viewpoint can fire up largest E power systems inside home full bore long periods no environmental consequence aeromodelers finding increasingly difficult find nearby fields fly traveling farther farther Electric has opened up nearby field opportunities power Some modelers tell like challenge something new usually longtime aeromodelers have grown up hobby wet power expert maybe bit bored Often specialists Pylon Pattern Helicopter whatever challenge feel fly what used flying E-power No modeler category Ive seen excluded flying Electric beginners ages get start aeromodeling E-powered RC craft categorically reject notion Electric no good beginnersmy club has such members Ive also seen experienced wet-power modelers expand hobby fun adding Electric craft hangar Im now totally Electric modeler years flew both power sources often same outing aeromodeling 13TH ANNUAL MID ATLANTIC RADIO CONTROL & HOBBIES SHOW JUNE 7TH AND 8TH 1997 SAT 9 AM -5 PM 10 AM -4 PM LAND STATE FAIR GROUNDS TIMONIUM MARYLAND Free parking 5000 cars outdoor boat pond indoor demos flying simulators garden trains Saturday evening Flying Field Demo Teams SWAP SHOPSTATICSHOW INFO CONTACT To4$20 Per DayDISPLAY Includes AdmissionMust displayed byRon StahlDave Mitchell PADOMA RO No DealersNOON SATURDAY4521 Belvieu Ave129 Leslie Ave Pau BLimit 2 TablesFor InformationBaltimore MD 21215 Baltimore MD 2123 a*ixmnnuContact410 664-2712410 668-6690 WASH PKWVVernon Davies mwuiuom4,1504 Putty Hill AveMilt Peacock Balto MD 21286410 833-3133http Ilaerosportscomlmarc 410 823-4562 104 Model Aviation ples include local school athletic fields down street well some fields previously lost noise problems Other readers describe Electrics ease use maintenance important example some physically challenged folks very much appreciate just flip switch simplicity E returneesmany aeromodeling younger years dropped out some time often decades now have redeveloping interest hobby Its quite common receive letters modelers state theyd like return hobby because theyve just discovered Electric must caution Electric power still disadvantaged its newnessE power flight still nearly widespread popular established gas powered models As consequence its often difficult find local E-modelers E-help clubs flying fields hobby shops Some readers have told being discouraged hobby shops rejected flightline because Electric interest Its typical find Electrics gliders attitude view sort thing simply being consequence tack knowledge Seeing believing have witnessed good E-flying no such thing Electric flies well Electrics earliest days E flight did leave lot desired performance-wise simply no longer case flies can flown Electricand flown welt foolproof approach dispel cautious view Electric seeing Its very hard unconvinced remain after attending typical Electric meet E-meets cropping up over country its getting easier witness fun performance contemporary E-power affords An option visiting meet view tape Two show targe number E-models E-modeters 1994 1996 KRC Electric Fly videos KRC largest E-meet country possibly world tapes show Virtually anything want see Electric can found resource tape about 11/2 hours long shows huge amounts static inflight E accomplishment extent N M minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft * Stops case top andlor plastic bushing wear * Prevents output gear shaft shimmy * Reduces friction improves servo centering * Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars * Mandatory helicopter servos * Free output arm provided case top * Guaranteed against breakage year * pay $3995 $2995 HBC-l Fits FUTABA S28/S 128 S381S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-2As above set I$695 BBC-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-4As above set 1$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing Only JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-51 Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling ordera Info Only CalIfornia Realdanta Add 775% Salna Tax Jrders OnlyVISA MASTERCARD Accepted SANYO RC-2000 md Cells$650 Ea SANYO RC-2000 Matched md Cells$700 Ea SANYO 1700 SCRC Matched md Cells$500 Ea SANYO N 1700 SCRC md Cells$450 Ea SANYO N1400 SCR md Cells$300 Ea SANYO NiOQO SCR md Cells$350 Ea SANYO N800 AR Ind Cells$350 Ea SANYO KR600 AE md Cells$250 Ea SANYO N350 AA Ind Cells$250 Ea SANYO 600 AA Rechargeable$ 150 Ea SAFT Full C Rechargeable Batteries$ 100 Ea 4 Cell 270 AA Receiver Pk$1000 Pk 5 Cell 1000 AE Receiver Pk$1800 Pk CONNECTORS red black5l 150 Pr WIflF qI-IRIAfl RARAND BRA IDSAVA June1997 105 110 Lii iUO s,rs800 F4UScale AEF forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS-COMPLETE AUTOMATIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS Ca Ra Products 21 urban Dr P0 Box 436 Paineaville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Wi Hra 9-12 2-7 ICentral Time SASE information ers inquiriex invited 40 Size WWIJ War Bird MADE IN USA Radio Requires 4 CH 5 ServOs round fuselage made piece n thie pIood wrapped around ply formers 4-piece wings tough balsa sheeted barn cores wood parts precovered real ieat-shrink polyester film Oracover 2ermany Cowl Canopy Fuel Tank Wheels ecal.etc enen Aluminum Prop Nut *11 included Cowl $1900 us Fair Prices / Jr spare Parts easy assemble combe miss i nunuer rigor Pro 46 ABC BR Engine Only $r~99 Fully aerobatic stable enough ____________________________________________________________[v32][b16042962111600]]pilot PACIFIC AEROMODEL MFG INCVoiceFax800 7800100 15437 PROCtOR AvE CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91745 818 9614199 3309351 OIIERS GuY uPS &eand 148 Steteet S&Hr $555 Please Add $550 EateVisa MasberDISC Email Infepeceeomadei cee feel no can deny doability applicability Electric power can purchase tapes Reel-Tour Productions Box 466 Perkasie PA 19944 Tel 800 958-4336 Price $23 including postage handling written word may limited value unconvinced same written word can all-important pursuing Electric interest standard recommendation find years worth aeromodeling magazines possible go through Electric columns can come up last several years worth magazines youve got massive reference library Electric Indeed drawback its disorganized sorts E subjects covered rather random scrambled manner value digging through youll have overview whats out can refer given subject need arises believe totally isolated modeldom access years columns needed supplies could quite comfortably successful Electric Out hundreds columns presented over years two special cases two previous beginner issues Model Aviation dated January 1995 June 1996 some overlaps words youre reading lots beginner info contained advisory applies column feature content issuesnot just Electric can easily obtain reprints column contacting Dick Kennison AMA Museum Besides regular magazine E columns popular magazines routinely present Electric feature articles So though relative newness Electric may make hard find locale theres plenty regular print suggest Electric well established Ill venture farther believe Electric will grow become dominant category within aeromodeling also recommend some contemporary E-power books Clean Quietthe Guide Electric Powered Flight Bob Aberle subject-specific book Electric Motor Handbook written Bob Boucher AstroFlight former very useful beginners fact everyone interested E-flight second favorites presented must High-Tech Hobbyist Earlier works include Entering Electric Harry Higley Building Flying Electric Powered Model Aircraft Mitch Poling former columnist other publications available several dedicated E suppliers including CS Flight Systems 31 Perry St Middleboro MA 02346 Tel [508] 947-2805 New Creations RC Box 496 Willis TX 77378 Tel 409 856-4630 Get companies catalogsthey education own right Another kind catalog Hobby Lobby 5614 Franklin Pike Circle Brentwood TN 37027 Tel 615 3731444 months uncaptioned photos offered flash cards illustrate mature Electric scene craft beginner projects keep mind modelers involved some time neophyte builders well beginning Electric aeromodelers airplanes wannabe flyers witnessed fly impressively Most can seen referenced videos should dispel doubts photos eye lens 1996 KRC Electric Fly visitor Claudia Garner Convinced go happy beginning Electric Please include SASE correspondence youd like reply Model Aviation -Flight RIC GNOME-SO 6 cells Free-Flight 7 cells RIC Integral 214 1 Gear Train 9~lO propellers GNOME-SO Includes motor prop shaft & nuts SMOl $2495 Please add $300 postage/handling

Author: B. Kopski


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 103, 104, 105, 106

RADIO CONTROL ELECTRICS -- MONTHS COLUMN devoted beginning Electric modelerswhich includes beginners aeromodeling well aeromodelers beginning Electric will present overview Electric power what has offer some suggestions getting information about relatively new very appealing aspect hobby Electric almost self-defining just like Gas Rubber several common power sources model flight column primarily focused RC Electrics basic power source fully applicable Free Flight Control Line Electric can flown indoors out can power models ranging size weight tiny one- two-ounce craft 20plus pounds worth Giant Scale no aeromodel type know cannot flown Electric power typical Electric power system includes suitable motor battery motor controller Often compared typical glow gas installation engine fuel tank servo-driven throttle control direct functional similarity Electric aircraft radios ways just like wetfuel powered counterparts designs have flown both ways large numbers Electric motors available aeromodel application numbers steadily increasing small through large motors economy highquality motors Motor battery makeup can quite varied cell count cell size can selected model flight task hand Motor batteries typically made nickel-cadmium cells kind suited high current demands motors still being quickly field-rechargeable kinds motor-control devices also readily available Commonly known Electronic Speed Controls ESCs devices install connect between motor battery motor third connection radio ESCs control motor off smoothly through speed range full via RC transmitter throttle stick wealth available Electric product quite different early days just 20-25 years ago total Electric product count market could done fingers fact huge selection can often confuse first-time E-modelers Electric similar other model power sources its useful kinds models also differs ways differences often make Electric appealing Some attractions obvious low noise cleanliness convenience quiet Electric flight can does save fields threatened June1997 103 noise problems some tell cleanliness appealingno liquid fuel smoky exhaust/oily residue deal example more Scale modelers finding clean Electric real advantage models another viewpoint can fire up largest E power systems inside home full bore long periods no environmental consequence aeromodelers finding increasingly difficult find nearby fields fly traveling farther farther Electric has opened up nearby field opportunities power Some modelers tell like challenge something new usually longtime aeromodelers have grown up hobby wet power expert maybe bit bored Often specialists Pylon Pattern Helicopter whatever challenge feel fly what used flying E-power No modeler category Ive seen excluded flying Electric beginners ages get start aeromodeling E-powered RC craft categorically reject notion Electric no good beginnersmy club has such members Ive also seen experienced wet-power modelers expand hobby fun adding Electric craft hangar Im now totally Electric modeler years flew both power sources often same outing aeromodeling 13TH ANNUAL MID ATLANTIC RADIO CONTROL & HOBBIES SHOW JUNE 7TH AND 8TH 1997 SAT 9 AM -5 PM 10 AM -4 PM LAND STATE FAIR GROUNDS TIMONIUM MARYLAND Free parking 5000 cars outdoor boat pond indoor demos flying simulators garden trains Saturday evening Flying Field Demo Teams SWAP SHOPSTATICSHOW INFO CONTACT To4$20 Per DayDISPLAY Includes AdmissionMust displayed byRon StahlDave Mitchell PADOMA RO No DealersNOON SATURDAY4521 Belvieu Ave129 Leslie Ave Pau BLimit 2 TablesFor InformationBaltimore MD 21215 Baltimore MD 2123 a*ixmnnuContact410 664-2712410 668-6690 WASH PKWVVernon Davies mwuiuom4,1504 Putty Hill AveMilt Peacock Balto MD 21286410 833-3133http Ilaerosportscomlmarc 410 823-4562 104 Model Aviation ples include local school athletic fields down street well some fields previously lost noise problems Other readers describe Electrics ease use maintenance important example some physically challenged folks very much appreciate just flip switch simplicity E returneesmany aeromodeling younger years dropped out some time often decades now have redeveloping interest hobby Its quite common receive letters modelers state theyd like return hobby because theyve just discovered Electric must caution Electric power still disadvantaged its newnessE power flight still nearly widespread popular established gas powered models As consequence its often difficult find local E-modelers E-help clubs flying fields hobby shops Some readers have told being discouraged hobby shops rejected flightline because Electric interest Its typical find Electrics gliders attitude view sort thing simply being consequence tack knowledge Seeing believing have witnessed good E-flying no such thing Electric flies well Electrics earliest days E flight did leave lot desired performance-wise simply no longer case flies can flown Electricand flown welt foolproof approach dispel cautious view Electric seeing Its very hard unconvinced remain after attending typical Electric meet E-meets cropping up over country its getting easier witness fun performance contemporary E-power affords An option visiting meet view tape Two show targe number E-models E-modeters 1994 1996 KRC Electric Fly videos KRC largest E-meet country possibly world tapes show Virtually anything want see Electric can found resource tape about 11/2 hours long shows huge amounts static inflight E accomplishment extent N M minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft * Stops case top andlor plastic bushing wear * Prevents output gear shaft shimmy * Reduces friction improves servo centering * Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars * Mandatory helicopter servos * Free output arm provided case top * Guaranteed against breakage year * pay $3995 $2995 HBC-l Fits FUTABA S28/S 128 S381S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-2As above set I$695 BBC-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-4As above set 1$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing Only JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-51 Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling ordera Info Only CalIfornia Realdanta Add 775% Salna Tax Jrders OnlyVISA MASTERCARD Accepted SANYO RC-2000 md Cells$650 Ea SANYO RC-2000 Matched md Cells$700 Ea SANYO 1700 SCRC Matched md Cells$500 Ea SANYO N 1700 SCRC md Cells$450 Ea SANYO N1400 SCR md Cells$300 Ea SANYO NiOQO SCR md Cells$350 Ea SANYO N800 AR Ind Cells$350 Ea SANYO KR600 AE md Cells$250 Ea SANYO N350 AA Ind Cells$250 Ea SANYO 600 AA Rechargeable$ 150 Ea SAFT Full C Rechargeable Batteries$ 100 Ea 4 Cell 270 AA Receiver Pk$1000 Pk 5 Cell 1000 AE Receiver Pk$1800 Pk CONNECTORS red black5l 150 Pr WIflF qI-IRIAfl RARAND BRA IDSAVA June1997 105 110 Lii iUO s,rs800 F4UScale AEF forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS-COMPLETE AUTOMATIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS Ca Ra Products 21 urban Dr P0 Box 436 Paineaville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Wi Hra 9-12 2-7 ICentral Time SASE information ers inquiriex invited 40 Size WWIJ War Bird MADE IN USA Radio Requires 4 CH 5 ServOs round fuselage made piece n thie pIood wrapped around ply formers 4-piece wings tough balsa sheeted barn cores wood parts precovered real ieat-shrink polyester film Oracover 2ermany Cowl Canopy Fuel Tank Wheels ecal.etc enen Aluminum Prop Nut *11 included Cowl $1900 us Fair Prices / Jr spare Parts easy assemble combe miss i nunuer rigor Pro 46 ABC BR Engine Only $r~99 Fully aerobatic stable enough ____________________________________________________________[v32][b16042962111600]]pilot PACIFIC AEROMODEL MFG INCVoiceFax800 7800100 15437 PROCtOR AvE CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91745 818 9614199 3309351 OIIERS GuY uPS &eand 148 Steteet S&Hr $555 Please Add $550 EateVisa MasberDISC Email Infepeceeomadei cee feel no can deny doability applicability Electric power can purchase tapes Reel-Tour Productions Box 466 Perkasie PA 19944 Tel 800 958-4336 Price $23 including postage handling written word may limited value unconvinced same written word can all-important pursuing Electric interest standard recommendation find years worth aeromodeling magazines possible go through Electric columns can come up last several years worth magazines youve got massive reference library Electric Indeed drawback its disorganized sorts E subjects covered rather random scrambled manner value digging through youll have overview whats out can refer given subject need arises believe totally isolated modeldom access years columns needed supplies could quite comfortably successful Electric Out hundreds columns presented over years two special cases two previous beginner issues Model Aviation dated January 1995 June 1996 some overlaps words youre reading lots beginner info contained advisory applies column feature content issuesnot just Electric can easily obtain reprints column contacting Dick Kennison AMA Museum Besides regular magazine E columns popular magazines routinely present Electric feature articles So though relative newness Electric may make hard find locale theres plenty regular print suggest Electric well established Ill venture farther believe Electric will grow become dominant category within aeromodeling also recommend some contemporary E-power books Clean Quietthe Guide Electric Powered Flight Bob Aberle subject-specific book Electric Motor Handbook written Bob Boucher AstroFlight former very useful beginners fact everyone interested E-flight second favorites presented must High-Tech Hobbyist Earlier works include Entering Electric Harry Higley Building Flying Electric Powered Model Aircraft Mitch Poling former columnist other publications available several dedicated E suppliers including CS Flight Systems 31 Perry St Middleboro MA 02346 Tel [508] 947-2805 New Creations RC Box 496 Willis TX 77378 Tel 409 856-4630 Get companies catalogsthey education own right Another kind catalog Hobby Lobby 5614 Franklin Pike Circle Brentwood TN 37027 Tel 615 3731444 months uncaptioned photos offered flash cards illustrate mature Electric scene craft beginner projects keep mind modelers involved some time neophyte builders well beginning Electric aeromodelers airplanes wannabe flyers witnessed fly impressively Most can seen referenced videos should dispel doubts photos eye lens 1996 KRC Electric Fly visitor Claudia Garner Convinced go happy beginning Electric Please include SASE correspondence youd like reply Model Aviation -Flight RIC GNOME-SO 6 cells Free-Flight 7 cells RIC Integral 214 1 Gear Train 9~lO propellers GNOME-SO Includes motor prop shaft & nuts SMOl $2495 Please add $300 postage/handling

Author: B. Kopski


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 103, 104, 105, 106

RADIO CONTROL ELECTRICS -- MONTHS COLUMN devoted beginning Electric modelerswhich includes beginners aeromodeling well aeromodelers beginning Electric will present overview Electric power what has offer some suggestions getting information about relatively new very appealing aspect hobby Electric almost self-defining just like Gas Rubber several common power sources model flight column primarily focused RC Electrics basic power source fully applicable Free Flight Control Line Electric can flown indoors out can power models ranging size weight tiny one- two-ounce craft 20plus pounds worth Giant Scale no aeromodel type know cannot flown Electric power typical Electric power system includes suitable motor battery motor controller Often compared typical glow gas installation engine fuel tank servo-driven throttle control direct functional similarity Electric aircraft radios ways just like wetfuel powered counterparts designs have flown both ways large numbers Electric motors available aeromodel application numbers steadily increasing small through large motors economy highquality motors Motor battery makeup can quite varied cell count cell size can selected model flight task hand Motor batteries typically made nickel-cadmium cells kind suited high current demands motors still being quickly field-rechargeable kinds motor-control devices also readily available Commonly known Electronic Speed Controls ESCs devices install connect between motor battery motor third connection radio ESCs control motor off smoothly through speed range full via RC transmitter throttle stick wealth available Electric product quite different early days just 20-25 years ago total Electric product count market could done fingers fact huge selection can often confuse first-time E-modelers Electric similar other model power sources its useful kinds models also differs ways differences often make Electric appealing Some attractions obvious low noise cleanliness convenience quiet Electric flight can does save fields threatened June1997 103 noise problems some tell cleanliness appealingno liquid fuel smoky exhaust/oily residue deal example more Scale modelers finding clean Electric real advantage models another viewpoint can fire up largest E power systems inside home full bore long periods no environmental consequence aeromodelers finding increasingly difficult find nearby fields fly traveling farther farther Electric has opened up nearby field opportunities power Some modelers tell like challenge something new usually longtime aeromodelers have grown up hobby wet power expert maybe bit bored Often specialists Pylon Pattern Helicopter whatever challenge feel fly what used flying E-power No modeler category Ive seen excluded flying Electric beginners ages get start aeromodeling E-powered RC craft categorically reject notion Electric no good beginnersmy club has such members Ive also seen experienced wet-power modelers expand hobby fun adding Electric craft hangar Im now totally Electric modeler years flew both power sources often same outing aeromodeling 13TH ANNUAL MID ATLANTIC RADIO CONTROL & HOBBIES SHOW JUNE 7TH AND 8TH 1997 SAT 9 AM -5 PM 10 AM -4 PM LAND STATE FAIR GROUNDS TIMONIUM MARYLAND Free parking 5000 cars outdoor boat pond indoor demos flying simulators garden trains Saturday evening Flying Field Demo Teams SWAP SHOPSTATICSHOW INFO CONTACT To4$20 Per DayDISPLAY Includes AdmissionMust displayed byRon StahlDave Mitchell PADOMA RO No DealersNOON SATURDAY4521 Belvieu Ave129 Leslie Ave Pau BLimit 2 TablesFor InformationBaltimore MD 21215 Baltimore MD 2123 a*ixmnnuContact410 664-2712410 668-6690 WASH PKWVVernon Davies mwuiuom4,1504 Putty Hill AveMilt Peacock Balto MD 21286410 833-3133http Ilaerosportscomlmarc 410 823-4562 104 Model Aviation ples include local school athletic fields down street well some fields previously lost noise problems Other readers describe Electrics ease use maintenance important example some physically challenged folks very much appreciate just flip switch simplicity E returneesmany aeromodeling younger years dropped out some time often decades now have redeveloping interest hobby Its quite common receive letters modelers state theyd like return hobby because theyve just discovered Electric must caution Electric power still disadvantaged its newnessE power flight still nearly widespread popular established gas powered models As consequence its often difficult find local E-modelers E-help clubs flying fields hobby shops Some readers have told being discouraged hobby shops rejected flightline because Electric interest Its typical find Electrics gliders attitude view sort thing simply being consequence tack knowledge Seeing believing have witnessed good E-flying no such thing Electric flies well Electrics earliest days E flight did leave lot desired performance-wise simply no longer case flies can flown Electricand flown welt foolproof approach dispel cautious view Electric seeing Its very hard unconvinced remain after attending typical Electric meet E-meets cropping up over country its getting easier witness fun performance contemporary E-power affords An option visiting meet view tape Two show targe number E-models E-modeters 1994 1996 KRC Electric Fly videos KRC largest E-meet country possibly world tapes show Virtually anything want see Electric can found resource tape about 11/2 hours long shows huge amounts static inflight E accomplishment extent N M minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft * Stops case top andlor plastic bushing wear * Prevents output gear shaft shimmy * Reduces friction improves servo centering * Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars * Mandatory helicopter servos * Free output arm provided case top * Guaranteed against breakage year * pay $3995 $2995 HBC-l Fits FUTABA S28/S 128 S381S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-2As above set I$695 BBC-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-4As above set 1$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing Only JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-51 Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling ordera Info Only CalIfornia Realdanta Add 775% Salna Tax Jrders OnlyVISA MASTERCARD Accepted SANYO RC-2000 md Cells$650 Ea SANYO RC-2000 Matched md Cells$700 Ea SANYO 1700 SCRC Matched md Cells$500 Ea SANYO N 1700 SCRC md Cells$450 Ea SANYO N1400 SCR md Cells$300 Ea SANYO NiOQO SCR md Cells$350 Ea SANYO N800 AR Ind Cells$350 Ea SANYO KR600 AE md Cells$250 Ea SANYO N350 AA Ind Cells$250 Ea SANYO 600 AA Rechargeable$ 150 Ea SAFT Full C Rechargeable Batteries$ 100 Ea 4 Cell 270 AA Receiver Pk$1000 Pk 5 Cell 1000 AE Receiver Pk$1800 Pk CONNECTORS red black5l 150 Pr WIflF qI-IRIAfl RARAND BRA IDSAVA June1997 105 110 Lii iUO s,rs800 F4UScale AEF forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS-COMPLETE AUTOMATIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS Ca Ra Products 21 urban Dr P0 Box 436 Paineaville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Wi Hra 9-12 2-7 ICentral Time SASE information ers inquiriex invited 40 Size WWIJ War Bird MADE IN USA Radio Requires 4 CH 5 ServOs round fuselage made piece n thie pIood wrapped around ply formers 4-piece wings tough balsa sheeted barn cores wood parts precovered real ieat-shrink polyester film Oracover 2ermany Cowl Canopy Fuel Tank Wheels ecal.etc enen Aluminum Prop Nut *11 included Cowl $1900 us Fair Prices / Jr spare Parts easy assemble combe miss i nunuer rigor Pro 46 ABC BR Engine Only $r~99 Fully aerobatic stable enough ____________________________________________________________[v32][b16042962111600]]pilot PACIFIC AEROMODEL MFG INCVoiceFax800 7800100 15437 PROCtOR AvE CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91745 818 9614199 3309351 OIIERS GuY uPS &eand 148 Steteet S&Hr $555 Please Add $550 EateVisa MasberDISC Email Infepeceeomadei cee feel no can deny doability applicability Electric power can purchase tapes Reel-Tour Productions Box 466 Perkasie PA 19944 Tel 800 958-4336 Price $23 including postage handling written word may limited value unconvinced same written word can all-important pursuing Electric interest standard recommendation find years worth aeromodeling magazines possible go through Electric columns can come up last several years worth magazines youve got massive reference library Electric Indeed drawback its disorganized sorts E subjects covered rather random scrambled manner value digging through youll have overview whats out can refer given subject need arises believe totally isolated modeldom access years columns needed supplies could quite comfortably successful Electric Out hundreds columns presented over years two special cases two previous beginner issues Model Aviation dated January 1995 June 1996 some overlaps words youre reading lots beginner info contained advisory applies column feature content issuesnot just Electric can easily obtain reprints column contacting Dick Kennison AMA Museum Besides regular magazine E columns popular magazines routinely present Electric feature articles So though relative newness Electric may make hard find locale theres plenty regular print suggest Electric well established Ill venture farther believe Electric will grow become dominant category within aeromodeling also recommend some contemporary E-power books Clean Quietthe Guide Electric Powered Flight Bob Aberle subject-specific book Electric Motor Handbook written Bob Boucher AstroFlight former very useful beginners fact everyone interested E-flight second favorites presented must High-Tech Hobbyist Earlier works include Entering Electric Harry Higley Building Flying Electric Powered Model Aircraft Mitch Poling former columnist other publications available several dedicated E suppliers including CS Flight Systems 31 Perry St Middleboro MA 02346 Tel [508] 947-2805 New Creations RC Box 496 Willis TX 77378 Tel 409 856-4630 Get companies catalogsthey education own right Another kind catalog Hobby Lobby 5614 Franklin Pike Circle Brentwood TN 37027 Tel 615 3731444 months uncaptioned photos offered flash cards illustrate mature Electric scene craft beginner projects keep mind modelers involved some time neophyte builders well beginning Electric aeromodelers airplanes wannabe flyers witnessed fly impressively Most can seen referenced videos should dispel doubts photos eye lens 1996 KRC Electric Fly visitor Claudia Garner Convinced go happy beginning Electric Please include SASE correspondence youd like reply Model Aviation -Flight RIC GNOME-SO 6 cells Free-Flight 7 cells RIC Integral 214 1 Gear Train 9~lO propellers GNOME-SO Includes motor prop shaft & nuts SMOl $2495 Please add $300 postage/handling

Author: B. Kopski


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/06
Page Numbers: 103, 104, 105, 106

RADIO CONTROL ELECTRICS -- MONTHS COLUMN devoted beginning Electric modelerswhich includes beginners aeromodeling well aeromodelers beginning Electric will present overview Electric power what has offer some suggestions getting information about relatively new very appealing aspect hobby Electric almost self-defining just like Gas Rubber several common power sources model flight column primarily focused RC Electrics basic power source fully applicable Free Flight Control Line Electric can flown indoors out can power models ranging size weight tiny one- two-ounce craft 20plus pounds worth Giant Scale no aeromodel type know cannot flown Electric power typical Electric power system includes suitable motor battery motor controller Often compared typical glow gas installation engine fuel tank servo-driven throttle control direct functional similarity Electric aircraft radios ways just like wetfuel powered counterparts designs have flown both ways large numbers Electric motors available aeromodel application numbers steadily increasing small through large motors economy highquality motors Motor battery makeup can quite varied cell count cell size can selected model flight task hand Motor batteries typically made nickel-cadmium cells kind suited high current demands motors still being quickly field-rechargeable kinds motor-control devices also readily available Commonly known Electronic Speed Controls ESCs devices install connect between motor battery motor third connection radio ESCs control motor off smoothly through speed range full via RC transmitter throttle stick wealth available Electric product quite different early days just 20-25 years ago total Electric product count market could done fingers fact huge selection can often confuse first-time E-modelers Electric similar other model power sources its useful kinds models also differs ways differences often make Electric appealing Some attractions obvious low noise cleanliness convenience quiet Electric flight can does save fields threatened June1997 103 noise problems some tell cleanliness appealingno liquid fuel smoky exhaust/oily residue deal example more Scale modelers finding clean Electric real advantage models another viewpoint can fire up largest E power systems inside home full bore long periods no environmental consequence aeromodelers finding increasingly difficult find nearby fields fly traveling farther farther Electric has opened up nearby field opportunities power Some modelers tell like challenge something new usually longtime aeromodelers have grown up hobby wet power expert maybe bit bored Often specialists Pylon Pattern Helicopter whatever challenge feel fly what used flying E-power No modeler category Ive seen excluded flying Electric beginners ages get start aeromodeling E-powered RC craft categorically reject notion Electric no good beginnersmy club has such members Ive also seen experienced wet-power modelers expand hobby fun adding Electric craft hangar Im now totally Electric modeler years flew both power sources often same outing aeromodeling 13TH ANNUAL MID ATLANTIC RADIO CONTROL & HOBBIES SHOW JUNE 7TH AND 8TH 1997 SAT 9 AM -5 PM 10 AM -4 PM LAND STATE FAIR GROUNDS TIMONIUM MARYLAND Free parking 5000 cars outdoor boat pond indoor demos flying simulators garden trains Saturday evening Flying Field Demo Teams SWAP SHOPSTATICSHOW INFO CONTACT To4$20 Per DayDISPLAY Includes AdmissionMust displayed byRon StahlDave Mitchell PADOMA RO No DealersNOON SATURDAY4521 Belvieu Ave129 Leslie Ave Pau BLimit 2 TablesFor InformationBaltimore MD 21215 Baltimore MD 2123 a*ixmnnuContact410 664-2712410 668-6690 WASH PKWVVernon Davies mwuiuom4,1504 Putty Hill AveMilt Peacock Balto MD 21286410 833-3133http Ilaerosportscomlmarc 410 823-4562 104 Model Aviation ples include local school athletic fields down street well some fields previously lost noise problems Other readers describe Electrics ease use maintenance important example some physically challenged folks very much appreciate just flip switch simplicity E returneesmany aeromodeling younger years dropped out some time often decades now have redeveloping interest hobby Its quite common receive letters modelers state theyd like return hobby because theyve just discovered Electric must caution Electric power still disadvantaged its newnessE power flight still nearly widespread popular established gas powered models As consequence its often difficult find local E-modelers E-help clubs flying fields hobby shops Some readers have told being discouraged hobby shops rejected flightline because Electric interest Its typical find Electrics gliders attitude view sort thing simply being consequence tack knowledge Seeing believing have witnessed good E-flying no such thing Electric flies well Electrics earliest days E flight did leave lot desired performance-wise simply no longer case flies can flown Electricand flown welt foolproof approach dispel cautious view Electric seeing Its very hard unconvinced remain after attending typical Electric meet E-meets cropping up over country its getting easier witness fun performance contemporary E-power affords An option visiting meet view tape Two show targe number E-models E-modeters 1994 1996 KRC Electric Fly videos KRC largest E-meet country possibly world tapes show Virtually anything want see Electric can found resource tape about 11/2 hours long shows huge amounts static inflight E accomplishment extent N M minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft * Stops case top andlor plastic bushing wear * Prevents output gear shaft shimmy * Reduces friction improves servo centering * Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars * Mandatory helicopter servos * Free output arm provided case top * Guaranteed against breakage year * pay $3995 $2995 HBC-l Fits FUTABA S28/S 128 S381S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-2As above set I$695 BBC-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 BBC-4As above set 1$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing Only JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-51 Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling ordera Info Only CalIfornia Realdanta Add 775% Salna Tax Jrders OnlyVISA MASTERCARD Accepted SANYO RC-2000 md Cells$650 Ea SANYO RC-2000 Matched md Cells$700 Ea SANYO 1700 SCRC Matched md Cells$500 Ea SANYO N 1700 SCRC md Cells$450 Ea SANYO N1400 SCR md Cells$300 Ea SANYO NiOQO SCR md Cells$350 Ea SANYO N800 AR Ind Cells$350 Ea SANYO KR600 AE md Cells$250 Ea SANYO N350 AA Ind Cells$250 Ea SANYO 600 AA Rechargeable$ 150 Ea SAFT Full C Rechargeable Batteries$ 100 Ea 4 Cell 270 AA Receiver Pk$1000 Pk 5 Cell 1000 AE Receiver Pk$1800 Pk CONNECTORS red black5l 150 Pr WIflF qI-IRIAfl RARAND BRA IDSAVA June1997 105 110 Lii iUO s,rs800 F4UScale AEF forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS-COMPLETE AUTOMATIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS Ca Ra Products 21 urban Dr P0 Box 436 Paineaville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Wi Hra 9-12 2-7 ICentral Time SASE information ers inquiriex invited 40 Size WWIJ War Bird MADE IN USA Radio Requires 4 CH 5 ServOs round fuselage made piece n thie pIood wrapped around ply formers 4-piece wings tough balsa sheeted barn cores wood parts precovered real ieat-shrink polyester film Oracover 2ermany Cowl Canopy Fuel Tank Wheels ecal.etc enen Aluminum Prop Nut *11 included Cowl $1900 us Fair Prices / Jr spare Parts easy assemble combe miss i nunuer rigor Pro 46 ABC BR Engine Only $r~99 Fully aerobatic stable enough ____________________________________________________________[v32][b16042962111600]]pilot PACIFIC AEROMODEL MFG INCVoiceFax800 7800100 15437 PROCtOR AvE CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91745 818 9614199 3309351 OIIERS GuY uPS &eand 148 Steteet S&Hr $555 Please Add $550 EateVisa MasberDISC Email Infepeceeomadei cee feel no can deny doability applicability Electric power can purchase tapes Reel-Tour Productions Box 466 Perkasie PA 19944 Tel 800 958-4336 Price $23 including postage handling written word may limited value unconvinced same written word can all-important pursuing Electric interest standard recommendation find years worth aeromodeling magazines possible go through Electric columns can come up last several years worth magazines youve got massive reference library Electric Indeed drawback its disorganized sorts E subjects covered rather random scrambled manner value digging through youll have overview whats out can refer given subject need arises believe totally isolated modeldom access years columns needed supplies could quite comfortably successful Electric Out hundreds columns presented over years two special cases two previous beginner issues Model Aviation dated January 1995 June 1996 some overlaps words youre reading lots beginner info contained advisory applies column feature content issuesnot just Electric can easily obtain reprints column contacting Dick Kennison AMA Museum Besides regular magazine E columns popular magazines routinely present Electric feature articles So though relative newness Electric may make hard find locale theres plenty regular print suggest Electric well established Ill venture farther believe Electric will grow become dominant category within aeromodeling also recommend some contemporary E-power books Clean Quietthe Guide Electric Powered Flight Bob Aberle subject-specific book Electric Motor Handbook written Bob Boucher AstroFlight former very useful beginners fact everyone interested E-flight second favorites presented must High-Tech Hobbyist Earlier works include Entering Electric Harry Higley Building Flying Electric Powered Model Aircraft Mitch Poling former columnist other publications available several dedicated E suppliers including CS Flight Systems 31 Perry St Middleboro MA 02346 Tel [508] 947-2805 New Creations RC Box 496 Willis TX 77378 Tel 409 856-4630 Get companies catalogsthey education own right Another kind catalog Hobby Lobby 5614 Franklin Pike Circle Brentwood TN 37027 Tel 615 3731444 months uncaptioned photos offered flash cards illustrate mature Electric scene craft beginner projects keep mind modelers involved some time neophyte builders well beginning Electric aeromodelers airplanes wannabe flyers witnessed fly impressively Most can seen referenced videos should dispel doubts photos eye lens 1996 KRC Electric Fly visitor Claudia Garner Convinced go happy beginning Electric Please include SASE correspondence youd like reply Model Aviation -Flight RIC GNOME-SO 6 cells Free-Flight 7 cells RIC Integral 214 1 Gear Train 9~lO propellers GNOME-SO Includes motor prop shaft & nuts SMOl $2495 Please add $300 postage/handling

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