There's just not enough Oh's in SMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTH.
Beautiful, isn't she?
And like all great ladies, her graceful ways are evident the moment she takes to the skies.
The Minuette is designed to mimic the look and feel of those wonderful Edwardian flying machines that were flown by those magnificent men.
Building the wing is a snap, as all of the ribs are laser-cut as part of our WEB-LOCK construction for proper alignment with minimum fuss.
If you want to go truly "old school", it can be built for simple 3-channel control (rudder, elevator, and throttle). For even more control, the included ailerons can be made fully functional (4-channel control).
Although power can come from glow or electric powerplants, a simple 3s electric setup is really what the Minuette is designed around. We've created the fuselage with a huge top hatch so you have quick access to batteries and a radio, and it also hides the wing bolts.
In the air, the Minuette is a simple, easy-to-fly cruising aircraft. Takeoffs are in just a few feet, even from grass runways. Once airborne, relax and gently glide her through the air through a series of low-passes, gentle turns, and even horizontal figure eights. With a 3200mAh battery, you can easily achieve 10+ minute flights with plenty of battery left for some touch-and-go's before landing.
The Minuette can even handle a bit of light wind without too much problem, and she is at her best taking off and landing into those gentle winds, if possible.
Please note that the Minuette is not designed (or stressed) for aerobatics. Also, the removable flying wires in the Accessory kit are decorative and not needed to fly - just to look great.
Specifications:
Wingspan: 67.5 inches
Wing Area: 630 sq. inches
Length (airframe only): 38 inches
Weight: 3.5-4 pounds RTF
Radio: 3 or 4 channel (Sub-Micro servos, similar to HS-5065MG)
Power:
Glow (.15-.25 glow)
Electric (250+ watt, 40+ amp ESC, 3S 3200+mAh LiPo)
Premium USA Hardware
Included in each Old School Model Works kit is a premium hardware package. We only source our hardware from brand-name, USA manufacturers to guarantee the best quality.
WEB-LOCK Construction
There's nothing else like it. Build our wings, straight and true - with a minimum amount of fuss.
Front hatch
This extra-large top hatch gives you plenty of room to access the battery. It also hides the wing-bolts and gives access to the radio compartment. It's rear lock makes it quick to remove and quick to lock the hatch place.
3 or 4 channels
To aileron, or not to aileron? Whatever your answer is, parts are included to build the wing either way.
Design your color scheme https://oldschoolmodels.com/images/minuette/osmw-minuette-color-scheme-blank.jpg
Additional items needed to complete the Minuette kit:
Propeller
Engine/Motor mount & mounting hardware
Radio system with 3 or 4 servos (we used Sub-Micro servos in our prototypes)
"Y" servo harness (for ailerons)
Pushrods (we recommend pull-pull for elevator and rudder, 6" pushrods for the ailerons)
Clevises for the pushrods
Wheels: two 3.5" vintage look tires
Covering (typically one 2-meter roll will work)
Optional Accessory Kit for a more "scale-like" look
Minuette Accessory Kit:
Although this optional accessory kit is not necessary for the Minuette to fly, it does add a bit of "scale-realism". The flying wires and pylons are removable for easy transport of the wing and fuselage. It includes:
Ready-to assemble 3D printed dummy motor (based on the Anzani "W" 3-cylinder). It is designed and printed by Innov8tive Designs, and meant to slip over your electric motor, mounting to the firewall
Pre-bent upper and lower flying-wire pylons
Anchors, removable flying wires, hooks, and shrink-tubing
Not shown:
Laser-cut profile pilot
4-color, peel-and-stick sticker sheet (pilot and instrument panel only)
Instruction sheet
Due to high demand, allow at least 2 weeks or more for shipment.
5S K6 Series 3300. 65C (195 amps) Constant; 130C (390 amps) Burst. High discharge cells. Industry Standard XH balance plug. Weight: 435 grams. Measures: 139 x 45 x 34mm.
A123 Systems/LithiumWerks #18650 3.2 V 1.8 Ah 1800mAh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery Single Cell.
[edits pending.....These batteries are capable of 30C constant discharge, with a 10 second pulse rating of 60C. Cycle up to 1000 times before significant capacity loss occurs. The rugged assembly of the products will ensure that your pack will last for years, not months. Can be repeatably charged to 100% in 15 minutes. This is the nano phosphate technology the automobile companies are testing on their future hybrid vehicles. Charge only with Lithium chargers with an A123/LithiumWerks mode limiting charge voltage to 3.6V per cell. ]
Specifications:
Manufacturers Part Number: 320749-001
Nominal Ratings:
Voltage 3.2 V
Capacity @ C/5 Typical (Min) 1.8 Ah (1.7)
Energy 5.76 Wh
Specific Energy 133 Wh/kg
Energy Density 330 Wh/L
Impedance (1kHz ACIR) < 20 mΩ
Cycle Life at 0.5C/0.5C, 100% DOD > 4000 cycles
Discharging:
Max Continuous Discharge Current 5.4 A (3C)
Max Pulse Discharge Current, 10s 18 A (10C)
Minimum Voltage 2.0 V
Temperature -20°C to 60ºC
Charging:
Recommended Charge Voltage 3.6 V
Recommended Charge Current <= 0.9 A (C/2)
Max Continuous Current,>10ºC2.7 A (1.5C)
Terminate Charge @ 3.6 V < 36 mA
Float Voltage 3.5 V
Temperature 0ºC to 60ºC
Storage:
Temperature -30 oC to 70 oC
Mechanical:
Diameter O18.5 +/- 0.1 mm
Length 64.95 +/- 0.2 mm
Mass 43.4 g +/- 1.0 g
Certifications:
Transportation shipped @ <= 30% SOC UN 3480, UN 38.3
Heavy Duty 14.5 gauge (1.810mm^2) 360 strand wire. Insulation diameter 3.2mm. Great for power supply extensions, charge cords and other high amperage applications suiting a high strand count quality vinyl jacketed wire. Select desired length below, cut in bulk.
Notes: 15 guage is 1.65mm^2, 14 guage is 2.08mm^2. Thus, this wire @ 1.81mm^2 is approximately 14.5ga.
Brushless 64mm brushless ducted fan. 4600KV motor with EP2540x6 blade rotor. Use optional heat sink GWACS019 for running over 11.1v input.
GWS Performance Chart
Volts
Amps
Thrust G/OZ
Watts Power
Efficiency Grams/Ounces Per Watt
7.4
9.5
212/7.48
70.30
3.02/106.36
11.1
17.2
410/14.46
190.92
2.15/75.74
12
25.1
651/22.96
301.2
2.61/76.23
* At 12V power is boosted but fatal damage can occur from overheating, great care must be taken. Heat sink GWACS019 should be used. SKU Number: GWEDF064D
12 pack #2 laser cut aircraft ply washers. 1/16" thick (Aproximately .063" or 1.5mm), OD .650", ID .089". Use in many applications such as wing hold down bolts where a softer washer is often desired. Use for shimming motor mounts, servos and anyplace fine thickness adjustment is needed. Work well with metal and plastic fasteners. SKU Number: RRC2FW116
Himax 3528 series motors are most generally used in 34-90 oz models depending on application. Replaces AXI 28 series motors. Manufactured to high standards for the discerning modeler. Package includes collet type prop adapter, prop saver, bullet females for your ESC and fasteners.
Specifications:
Weight
Size D x L
Amps
Shaft
Max Motor RPM
KV
Resistance
No Load Current
197g/6.9oz.
35.2mm(1.39") x 54.2mm(2.13")
8-29, 40 15s
5.0mm (.1969")
20k
800
.031Rm
1.7A
Setup and Performance Chart
# Cells
Prop
Amps
Watts In
RPM
Thrust oz.
Pitch Speed MPH
3
10x10
22.4
234
7,130
33
66
3
11x10
26.5
296
6,660
41
62
3
12x8
28.3
316
6,500
49
48
3
13x10
37.4
417
5,720
54
53
3
14x7
36.2
404
5,820
57
38
3
14x10
42.5
474
5,280
60
49
3
15x10
47.4
529
4,860
64
45
4
10x10
30.9
460
8,750
49
81
4
11x10
37.8
562
8,050
60
75
4
12x8
40.1
597
7,810
71
58
4
12x10
44.5
662
7,360
71
68
4
13x6.5
42.1
626
7,610
79
45
4
14x7
49.5
737
6,850
86
44
5
9x4.5
35.9
673
15,740
81
64
5
10x6
30.4
565
11,280
70
62
5
11x7
40.8
759
10,050
84
65
6
10x6
38.2
853
12,710
90
70
6
11x7
44.3
989
11,890
102
60
Estimates based on manufacturers provided constants using E-Calc. High Quality 2200mah used as trial cell in calculations. Actual performance may vary depending on components used, accuracy of data as provided by manufacturer, quality of ESC, weather and many other variables. * Over reccomended maximum RPM. SKU Number: MPIHC35280800
DU-BRO® Large Scale Treaded Lightweight wheels feature a foam interior yet have a tough and rugged exterior skin for durability. Excellent for paved runways!
Hubs come with a 3/16" (5 mm) axle dia. opening and can be drilled out to 1/4" (6.35 mm). The #700TL and #800TL have a 1/4" (6.35 mm) axle dia. and can be drilled out to 3/8" (9.54 mm).
1 wheel/pkg. (not sold in pairs)
TESTED ON AIRCRAFT UP TO 50 POUNDS (22 KG)
Features:
Lightweight
Shock absorbing
Fuel resistant
Built extremely tough
These also have many more applications in school projects and various crafts.
9.6V FDK (formerly Sanyo) 8-AA 2500 NIMH cells STYLUS / FUTABA G TX pack. "Twicell" (formerly Eneloop) low self discharge type which comes partially charged and is the same product as prior Eneloop cells. Same size as 700 and 1100 NiCad pack above. Less weight than 1400 NiCads above. Good cell where fast charging is not a needed but extra capacity is desirable. High capacity TX Battery, if you are sick of your TX running down. Yes, it is the same size as your current AA pack. A "AA" is a "AA". This is what your computer TX should have included!
9.6V Weight 312g / 11oz.
Individual Cell Internal Impedance 20.0mΩ
All AA size cells over 1700mAh should not be fast charged ever! If you repeat this experiment, your on your own. I recommend only factory wall wart charging with units rated of 70mAh or less for these type cells.
Break in (first forming charge) on 50mAh factory wall charger 700mAh-19.6 hours,1100-30.8 hours,1650-46.2 hours, 2500-70 hours. For 70mAh wall charger deduct 28% of time, for 100mAh wall charger deduct 50% of time. Forming charge (initial charge) on peak detection chargers is not recommended and voids warranty.
Any peak or fast charger use on this pack voids warranty. Don't bother calling trying to get a warranty for failing to follow instructions. I've heard all the stories. They all end like this, "My battery does not cycle well now." and "It worked ok for a while but now it runs down fast shortly after charging". If you put any AA cell over 1700mAh capacity on your peak charger, it's bad. I've already made theses tests for you so you could avoid the pain. If you ruin one of these mega capacity TX packs, just order a new one and do better the second time.
This is one of my favorite motors with many applications. I've used this motor for setups from converting 10 to 25 size models, sailplanes and larger park flier models.
Specifications:
Weight
Size D x L
Amps
Shaft
Max Motor RPM
KV
Resistance
No Load Current
77g/2.7oz.
27.8mm (1.09") x 32.5mm (1.28")
7-20, 25 15s
4.0mm (1.574")
20k
1220
.058Rm
1.4A
Setup and Performance Chart
# Cells
Prop
Amps
Watts In
RPM
Thrust oz.
Pitch Speed MPH
2
9x5
12.7
95
7,790
18
35
2
9x7
16
120
7,430
21
48
2
10x6
18.9
142
7,120
25
39
2
11x4.7
20.4
153
6,960
26
30
3
8x4
14.7
165
12,010
26
43
3
8x6
19.8
223
11,420
32
63
3
9x5
23.8
268
10,950
39
50
3
10x3.8
25.9
291
10,710
41
37
4
7x6
21.5
323
15,600
37
86
4
8x4
23.2
348
15,380
46
55
5
7x4
22.7
426
19,810
50
71
Estimates based on manufacturers provided constants using E-Calc. High Quality 2100mah used as trial cell in calculations. Actual performance may vary depending on components used, accuracy of data as provided by manufacturer, quality of ESC, weather and many other variables.
Radical RC Fuel Line Clamps. Size "A" or "Standard". Clamping range (min 3 teeth engaged) OD of 5.6 to 6.5 mm (.220" to .256"). Pro Tip! It's not the OD of the tubing but rather measure the OD of the tubing installed on the barb. Clamps can be reused and are double locking. May be installed without removing tubing if you like. Clamping width is 4.2 mm (.165"). 5 Clamps per package.
Description
Min Diameter - A15.6mm - 0.220" Max Diameter - A26.5mm - 0.256" Band Width - B4.2mm - 0.165" Band Thickness - C1.4mm - 0.055" Head Height - D8.3mm - 0.327" Material Polyamide 6.6 (PA66) Weight 0.001kg/0.002lbs Also Known As Snapper Clamp, Ratchet Clamp, Skiffy Clamp Brand Herbie Clip Country of Manufacture United Kingdom Colour Black Hazardous Goods No Operating Temperature-40°C to +105°C / -40°F to +221°F Flammability Rating UL 94 RoHS Compliant Yes
Features
Double Row of Interlocking Teeth - Doubles Strength Easy to Install with Pliers - also able to wrap around hose on spigot Reusable & Releasable Minimal Leak Path Advanced Tooling for Production Lines Non-Corrosive and Non-Conductive
Geared inrunners can have superior power and efficeincy over outrunners at very favorable weights. Additionally because you can change the gear ratio, many combinations can be acheived making one motor useful over a much wider range of models. Inrunners waste less energy in the form of heat because the windings (the copper) are much shorter thereby getting more of your batteries stored energy to the prop. Designed for low-weight, high efficiency and durability. The HG2015 series gear motors for models ranging generally from 8oz. to 30oz. Depending on gear ratio, battery and prop, this motor can replace anything from a 150 to a 480 type motor.
Specifications:
Weight
Ratios
Amps
Shaft
Max Motor RPM
KV
Resistance
No Load Current
82g(2.9oz)
4.43,5.33,6.6:1
5-12
3mm
60k
4100
.141Rm
.80A
Setup and Performance Chart
# Cells
Ratio
Prop
Amps/Watts In
RPM
Thrust oz.
Pitch Speed MPH
Climb FPM @ 10oz.
Climb FPM @ 16oz.
Climb FPM @ 22oz.
2
4.43:1
10-8
10.6/79
5,140
15
38
2020
1205
834
3
4.43:1
8-6
9.3/104
8,710
18
48
2300
1690
1192
3
4.43:1
8-4.3
10.8/121
8,450
21
43
2606
1917
1354
3
5.33:1
9-7
9.8/110
7,170
19
46
2551
1879
1330
3
5.33:1
10-4.7
9.9/111
7,150
20
30
2369
1737
1220
3
6.6:1
11-7
10.9/122
5,660
23
36
3032
2232
1584
3
6.6:1
11-7
12.3/138
5,490
26
30
3161
2332
1654
Estimates based on manufacturers provided constants using E-Calc. High Quality 700mah used as trial cell in calculations. Actual performance may vary depending on components used, accuracy of data as provided by manufacturer, quality of ESC, weather and many other variables.
FDK (formerly Sanyo) AA 2500 TX pack made to fit Hitec's new Aurora 9 and the Airtronics SD-10G. Excellent way to go when replacing a weak factory pack. 7.2 volts and 6 cells just more capacity. Comes without plug, choose below or reuse your old plug.
Break in (first forming charge) on 50mAh factory wall charger 700mAh-19.6 hours, 1100-30.8 hours,1650-46.2 hours, 2500-70 hours. For 70mAh wall charger deduct 28% of time, for 100mAh wall charger deduct 50% of time. Forming charge (initial charge) on peak detection chargers is not recommended and voids warranty. Individual Cell Internal Impedance 25.0mΩ
These motors are for large models weighing 10-12Lb for 3-D flight, 17-22Lb for aerobatic flight and 22-30Lb for leisure flight. High torque to turn large props direct drive. Mounting hardware and connectors included. Himax Brushless motors are manufactured to high standards for the discerning modler. Designed for light-weight, high efficiency, high torque and durability Himax Outrunner motors are sure to make todays radio controlled models perform.
All HC63 series outrunner motors include: Prop adapter, female wire connectors, motor mounting kit w/screws and two hex keys.
Specifications:
Weight
Size D x L
Amps
Shaft
Max Motor RPM
KV
Resistance
No Load Current
450g/15.9oz.
63mm(2.48") x 51mm(2.01")
30-60, 80 15s
8.0mm (.315")
10k
250
.026Rm
2A
Setup and Performance Chart
# Cells
Prop
Amps
Watts Input
RPM
Static Thrust oz.
Pitch Speed MPH
10
15x8
31.9
1187
7,230
156
55
10
15x12
56.8
2215
7,960
237
91
10
16x10
59.8
2332
7,870
268
75
10
18x10
80.3
3132
7,220
337
69
10
16x12
57.3
2625
7,630
276
87
8
16x10
42.6
1329
6,610
184
63
8
18x12
65.8
2053
5,960
249
68
6
20x14
61.9
1448
4,330
198
58
6
22x12
70.3
1645
4,130
224
47
Estimates based on manufacturers provided constants using E-Calc. Kokam 3200 used as trial cell in calculations. Actual performance may vary depending on components used, accuracy of data as provided by manufacturer, quality of ESC, weather and many other variables.
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