Build an FPV drone in 2023 - Part 2 - Frame, ESC, Motors, FC

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  • @Carboneye7
    @Carboneye7 Рік тому +42

    Good luck to all the new builders out there. Take your time be picky and learn the process ahead of the actual work to save yourself from potentially ruining the components.

    • @TheTIHIYA
      @TheTIHIYA Рік тому

      Do you have advice on where to buy all these part for cheap ?

    • @NickMaovich
      @NickMaovich 11 місяців тому +2

      honestly the best advice out there is!

    • @Mrs.B76
      @Mrs.B76 10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you will do

    • @johxxxxx
      @johxxxxx 3 місяці тому

      Thank you :)

  • @clacclackerson3678
    @clacclackerson3678 Місяць тому +2

    You are a great teacher. Congratulations and thank you!

  • @Takianagi
    @Takianagi Рік тому +2

    Been practicing on simulators for awhile now, looking forward to ordering everything next month! Thanks so much for all of your wisdom and the inspiration Joshua! You da man! 😁🤜🤛

  • @Kleinage
    @Kleinage Рік тому +7

    I’m so grateful for this tutorial. I’ve repaired tiny whoops but I’m starting my first full build of a 3” 5-6s sub 250 (depending on the battery and extra HD cameras 😅) build. The 3 guys that have helped make this first build possible are JB, BaconFPV, and MurdersFPV.

  • @johxxxxx
    @johxxxxx 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for helping beginners get into FPV. people like you are the best!

  • @Mushielabs
    @Mushielabs 3 місяці тому

    Built my first quadcopter in 2015 and I still watch jbs build tutorials all the way through. Once you feel good about soldering the whole hobby gets easier lol

  • @jeevandewee
    @jeevandewee Рік тому +12

    I love your tutorials Joshua! Working towards building my first drone in 2 months time, and these tutorials really help.

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations Рік тому +4

    Thanks a bunch for the tutorial, Joshua! 😊
    Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @hobbyhowiefpv219
    @hobbyhowiefpv219 Рік тому +3

    Maybe there should be a video 15? To show everyone how to put remote I D on this as well.. Less than a month away and I don't know how to install or where to buy a remote ID module for any of my over 249 gram quads. I know it is not your fault, and your time to do these videos sometimes got to be a pain in the a$$. Your perfect teaching skills really helps this great FPV community!! 👍

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +1

      Yes definitely there will be a part showing how to add a RemoteID module. I'm working on it :-)

  • @b_snow777
    @b_snow777 5 днів тому

    I prefer an electronic flux syringe. The pens don't give enough flux. Use a good flux cleaner to clean the pcb afterwards. But being able to put a glob of flux on each you'll get zero splatter. Perfect flow. It'll go right where it should. As far as tape to cover the pcb kapton tape is a must high heat resistance.

  • @Hank00k_
    @Hank00k_ 8 місяців тому +3

    11:15 Gummi or Gummies is German for the material rubber. Anything tiny made of rubber is called gummi in the first place 😊

  • @esrider7765
    @esrider7765 24 дні тому

    Good video, very clear to understand

  • @JoshuaBardwell
    @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +2

    All videos in this series are in this playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLwoDb7WF6c8l24IM83wIS94XzhuMVC2gx.html

  • @HoRNET_FPV
    @HoRNET_FPV Рік тому +5

    Joshua overcompensating for vacations 🤣🤣🤣❤

  • @JoshuaBardwell
    @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +1

    Buy the DIY build kit at:
    * Analog video version - bit.ly/3QtWKOd
    * Digital HD video version - bit.ly/45AUklt

  • @grimmliberty7447
    @grimmliberty7447 Рік тому +1

    My experience with blue loctite is that if you use a q-tip to brush the top of the thread as it protrudes from a nut or threaded bolt hole AFTER you've tightened it, that holds well but is easier to back out if you need to. It's those little details that make life easier.

  • @Editer38738
    @Editer38738 Рік тому +1

    Knoxville, Tennesse represent 🙌 👏 😎
    We need a Knoxville Meetup!!!!???
    Freestyle Everywhere

  • @grimmliberty7447
    @grimmliberty7447 Рік тому +1

    I'd use some conformal on the space between the bridged wires, I'd lift the red wire and paint the ground pad heavily, since, I am assuming, they will be high amp contacts. Certainly nothing wrong with it as long as the insulator is there, but sometimes high amp circuits melt that stuff.

  • @FlyZoneFpv
    @FlyZoneFpv Рік тому +1

    Pure Awesomeness JB . I’m getting your new frame homie 🙌

  • @wrstew1272
    @wrstew1272 Рік тому

    Analytical Statement. Best yet!😊

  • @Girtthquake
    @Girtthquake Рік тому +1

    Babe wake up, JB posted a new build video

  • @danielharris3827
    @danielharris3827 Рік тому +15

    for the gummies, put a loop of floss through the hole and around the lip on the gummie. Pull back through. Done

    • @augustshades
      @augustshades 5 місяців тому +1

      hey i know its been a year but i just wanted to say this tip was amazing! thanks!

  • @agentskeet
    @agentskeet Рік тому

    Thanks Josh

  • @limer2202
    @limer2202 Рік тому

    Thank you, good video for my.👍👍

  • @AnthonyVella
    @AnthonyVella 5 місяців тому

    Sticking around for the first step that screams, “Yup! Definitely can’t do that!”

  • @grimmliberty7447
    @grimmliberty7447 Рік тому

    Also, 1/8" woven sleeve would keep those motor wires a bit neater. I come from PC building and cable management is a real thing. LOL
    It would add some weight, but you'd only need a zip tie in the middle, instead of one on each end, so it's offset?
    Oh, ok, just a bit of cloth tape, fair use. Although it will age poorly, especially if left in sunlight.
    We also deal with the gummy mounts for case fans. when they have no cutout, put dental floss loop through hole, hook head of gummy and pull through, the floss compresses it "just enough" to fit.

  • @OdysseusVrakas
    @OdysseusVrakas Рік тому +1

    My Xilo build is still alive and rocking 😂. 200 flights later

  • @stillededge
    @stillededge Місяць тому +1

    By the way, never solder w/o your "SAFETY GLASSES" on...solder & flux can JUMP (boil off) into your eyes!
    A lesson I learned early in life...the hard way.

  • @midnightwealth
    @midnightwealth Рік тому

    Hey Joshua hows the flight time on this build itll be my first very excited thankyou so much for the series

  • @sshdrones
    @sshdrones Рік тому +2

    @JoshuaBardwell Hey Joshua. Just a trick, the gummies that goes on the ESC,FC mounting holes can be inserted easily with dental floss if there is no cut on the mounting holes.

  • @ksaucefpv
    @ksaucefpv 6 місяців тому

    Great video! Question: no capacitor needed??

  • @scottstemen5894
    @scottstemen5894 7 місяців тому

    Hi Josh
    I am only on the second video and I am already learning tons.
    I would consider myself good at soldering, I used to desolder and re-install 8087 chips on Micro controlled daisy wheel printers. They used "Stepper Motors" or the original brushless motor because of the ability to control exact rotation. But On to my question. Soldering Video. I have looked in the links below and can't seem to find your practice soldering video. Can you send me a link?
    Thank you, Scott😁

  • @tbx1024
    @tbx1024 Рік тому +2

    Joshua! Isn't there a risk of having a sharp part of the negative solderjoint/cable rub through the insulation of the positive cable as the battery cables might move, given you recommend soldering it "on top"?
    Great video, it's relaxing watching you solder!

    • @kannanmdu
      @kannanmdu Рік тому

      I also have this doubt

    • @VilleF1N
      @VilleF1N Рік тому

      I wouldn't worry about it. Silicone insulated wires can take a beating before their insulation is compromised. Of course you would want to make sure you don't leave any sharp spikes on your solder pads to break the insulation.

  • @savagejay1233
    @savagejay1233 5 місяців тому

    "This is good wire and you should save it" - Every Hoarder

  • @haell_420
    @haell_420 Рік тому

    Maybe a video bout best first fpv drone?? Or best drone if you could choose only 1 or 2

  • @malnasimon7041
    @malnasimon7041 8 місяців тому

    i love the arm mounting on that frame. but in the eu, its way too expensive

  • @pjlifehacks2722
    @pjlifehacks2722 3 місяці тому

    I have the First QAV frame. I am now doing a build. Does your matel X bracket on your current frame fit on the first? And if so can I buy just the X bracket with the set screws? Thankyou in advance for your time.

  • @leond3lnorte
    @leond3lnorte Рік тому

    Hi new here, I subscribed by the way,😊 Quick Q, Is your radio the All in 1, ELRS, or Max? and 2nd is the New transparent version the same as the rest?

  • @MichaelHeinrich1
    @MichaelHeinrich1 Рік тому +1

    The german word for rubber is Gummi. Maybe that's the reason. 😊

  • @tresbb03
    @tresbb03 9 місяців тому

    Are these somewhat water/splash resistant?

  • @shahibiibrahim1470
    @shahibiibrahim1470 6 місяців тому

    Wow it's been long. You are still here.

  • @mattrobinson376
    @mattrobinson376 3 місяці тому

    Will this kit (with DJI air unit) work with the DJI V2 goggles and DJI controller that I got with my DJI FPV drone? I started doing some freestyle with it but wanted to build a more sturdy drone as I’ll eventually crash.

  • @karlstabile9599
    @karlstabile9599 10 місяців тому +1

    Did anyone see the FPV sucks at 4:13 in the video

  • @YamiSuzume
    @YamiSuzume 6 місяців тому

    FYI: your recommended link for "DJI O3 Air Unit" is broken in the article description

  • @MrDaviator1
    @MrDaviator1 Рік тому +2

    Hello @joshuaBardwell from the future, in past videos you've soldered a capacitor onto the ESC with the XT60 leads. Is this no longer required / common practice? looking to get into the hobby and build my first drone, want to make sure i'm not missing anything important.

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +2

      You should watch the whole series ❤️

    • @combinacijus
      @combinacijus Рік тому +3

      Low ESR capacitor, preferably near ESC is still very good idea to solder, it reduces electrical and RF noise and saves ESC from voltage spikes.
      Drone would work without it, but I Highly recommend adding it, it might save your ESC from burning

  • @dragonknight0siriphatra810
    @dragonknight0siriphatra810 7 місяців тому

    do we not use the copastors in this build?

  • @willpower9144
    @willpower9144 5 місяців тому

    It's a bit dangerous to have your positive battery lead on the ESC have the insulating outer layer touching the negative open wire. Depending upon builds and batteries, these leads can heat up quite a bit. So much that the outer insulation layer gets quite playable. After some usage that positive lead insulation layer could be melted away leaving a positive to negative bridge and major short circuit/fire/ESC burn. Probably not, but it is a possibility.

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  5 місяців тому

      I disagree wholeheartedly. This is silicone insulation. It will not melt under any temperature experienced by this aircraft. The issue you're describing is purely imaginary.

  • @ermanpehlivan2335
    @ermanpehlivan2335 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi mr @JoshuaBardwell, I purchased this kit from GetFpv and got one soldering station from Amazon. The soldering station is a Yihua 926 LED III orange one. I can't solder the negative and positive pad on the ESC with this soldering iron. Actually, I did not face any problems when soldering the motor's wires. Negative and Positive pads on the ESC are large and I think this soldering station does not have enough power to heat up fast during the soldering process. I want to ask what is your soldering iron. Is it Hakko? I want to get one of this.

    • @ermanpehlivan2335
      @ermanpehlivan2335 6 місяців тому +1

      I figured out, that soldering wire is absolutely important. I switched the soldering wire with the components of the Yihua soldering station and it worked. I threw the old one which I bought from Aliexpress. Never gonna use cheap stuff again.

    • @szymi_yt3752
      @szymi_yt3752 6 місяців тому

      ​@@ermanpehlivan2335glad it worked our!

  • @MotoDev
    @MotoDev Рік тому

    hey JB, first of all i wanted thank you for such a video series beneficial for the beginner like me. I noticed that the you have not wired any capacitor to the power connection of the ESC. have the esc already had the capacitor ?

  • @bojangles5226
    @bojangles5226 Рік тому

    I havent built one yet but watched several build videos now and noticed you didnt install a capacitor onto the battery pads. All the videos ive watched so far have the capacitor so im curious why you didnt use one?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому

      Finish the series then get back to me in that question. Or read the rest of the comments where thus question had been asked and answered. 😊😘

  • @knplsrinagar6072
    @knplsrinagar6072 Рік тому

    Nice video,I need a help is Elsr 24t 2.4Gh receiver compatible with Flysky Fsi4 transmitter

  • @myersbob7517
    @myersbob7517 Рік тому +3

    Im asking for the analog kit for christmas i already have the controller and i have been practicing in sims im so excited to have a real quad
    Edit: I got it

    • @windzoar
      @windzoar 3 місяці тому

      YAY! Send me good look for the same this year 😆

  • @WinWitWon
    @WinWitWon 4 місяці тому

    just tried soldering, had my iron on 700, and the pads just wouldnt really melt, im using a 888dx so I know its good, and idk why but my joins suck and idk if it will fly

  • @SamerHay
    @SamerHay Місяць тому

    some motors used to come CW and CCW which determines the way the screw goes on top to hold the propeller. This way the screw won't unscrew by mistake when the motor spins fast. you didn't mention this while installing the motors, is this something that is not important any more with new technologies?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Місяць тому

      Quadcopter motors don't do that any more. They're all standard thread. The motivation, I think, is that turtle mode now means motors spin both directions.

  • @epicrick
    @epicrick Рік тому

    6:21 @JoshuaBardwell , are the press nuts removable? Mine are pressed in upside down. The slots were milled first and the press nuts were installed from the wrong side. So can they be pressed out or should I clearance the plate again?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +1

      Please contact support@getfpv.com. This is a manufacturing issue that was supposed to be fixed before shipment.

    • @epicrick
      @epicrick Рік тому

      @@JoshuaBardwell thanks again for your suggestion, they said they were are sending me a new plate right away. That didn't happen so I'm returning my kit now but I hope they get their stuff together in the future.

  • @mepanza
    @mepanza Рік тому

    JB is the reason about you mount the ESC 180degrees is it about the space?? Between the stack and vtx??

  • @KajAngenent
    @KajAngenent 5 місяців тому

    Great tutorial, but may i ask why you didn’t use a capacitor?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  5 місяців тому

      I did. Keep watching.

    • @KajAngenent
      @KajAngenent 5 місяців тому

      @@JoshuaBardwell I probably skipped over it, sorry to bother you.

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  5 місяців тому

      No bother. It's in a later video :-)

    • @KajAngenent
      @KajAngenent 5 місяців тому

      Ooh ok haha. Stupid me 😅

  • @jamesg1460
    @jamesg1460 Рік тому

    Would they deliver to the uk using your link??? Or will this full kit be available in the uk?

  • @AdeleyeFunmine-ln8gc
    @AdeleyeFunmine-ln8gc 4 місяці тому

    Do you order the frame

  • @Darkbolt83
    @Darkbolt83 Рік тому

    @joshua I'd like to put some hot glue on the batteries pad after soldering it, is it more secure?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому

      No I don't think that's necessary or beneficial. If you want to waterproof use conformal coating or liquid electrical tape.

  • @DUBZILLAco
    @DUBZILLAco 11 місяців тому

    What is the tool you have featured at 24:53 for holding the wires while you solder??

    • @daliag_439
      @daliag_439 9 місяців тому

      they are called soldering Helping Hands

  • @skakke
    @skakke Рік тому

    Thank you for cutting the power cable insulation back. Always cringe to see people solder that thick being soo short.

  • @crisnmaryfam7344
    @crisnmaryfam7344 Рік тому

    10:31 Red Loctite despite it being called permanent is Not in fact permanent. I know this first hand from working on cars and trucks. The Auto industry, is where Loctite mostly comes from. Can be used for an infinite number of fastener applications, outside that of engines and suspension, but Today its main use is in the auto industry. Red Loctite only requires a tiny bit of heat to make it "non permanent", Be that from a hot air station, a torch or your wife/GF's blow dryer.

    • @QuadMcFlyFlies
      @QuadMcFlyFlies Рік тому

      To be fair it depends wildly on the loctite. Loctite 620 for instance is rated up to 200C. But yes in general only about 150C is needed to break most Loctite down pretty easily, and some are even less than that. Regardless though, using the wrong stuff will make you have a bad day. Often it's enough to strip the screw head out if you're not expecting it, and the folks who might accidentally use the wrong Loctite probably don't know to heat the screw up with a soldering iron before trying to remove it.

  • @danielharris3827
    @danielharris3827 Рік тому

    So my kit won't be here for a week. What sim, and which drone, best matches this drone?

  • @CianLlenares
    @CianLlenares 10 днів тому

    hi sir

  • @Thinkerbit1691
    @Thinkerbit1691 4 місяці тому

    Can I purchase the fully assembled drone?

  • @R.Pedraza1985
    @R.Pedraza1985 Рік тому

    Joshua only one question. What temperature do you use on the soldering iron? thanks !!!! :)

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +2

      450 C but that's probably too hot for beginner. Suggest 425 or 400.

    • @R.Pedraza1985
      @R.Pedraza1985 Рік тому

      Thanks for all from Spain!!! We love your amazing vídeos!!! 😁😁

    • @stillededge
      @stillededge Місяць тому

      "F&)!ing HOT" AND the BIGGEST SOLDER TIP you can use for the job!! More metal, more heat & faster.
      If it takes more than a second or two to get a single joint done...consider more heat or more size.
      If the solder won't melt, add more flux, maybe more heat & try again.
      Having said that..."TOO HOT" makes solder boil & jump...launching solder & flux onto things it ain't s'pozed to be on.

  • @GhostBranchFPV
    @GhostBranchFPV Рік тому

    I was TODAY years old when I learned that you can just rotate the cups inside the XT60 connector... XD
    But @JoshuaBardwell what's with the black tape? Finally ran out of red? ^^

  • @citytouchstudios1144
    @citytouchstudios1144 Рік тому

    Been getting lots of vibrations from dji03 and after flight using gyro flow is def no help

  • @DeruginizCLS
    @DeruginizCLS Рік тому

    Hey Joshua, amazing frame. Does that X brace fit the older frame?

    • @QuadMcFlyFlies
      @QuadMcFlyFlies Рік тому +1

      The metal internal X can work as a replacement for the carbon fiber X in the older QAV-S frames if you keep the stock carbon wedges, but unfortunately the new wedge system won't quite work as it needs some slight cutouts in the top and bottom plate for the screw heads to clear and there is no additional retention of the bottom plate to the X plate which will impact the frame rigidity. Theoretically you could make it fit, but I think it would have a negative impact on performance without the center screw in the bottom plate holding everything together. There are probably ways to make it work, but it would require some "home engineering" :D

    • @DeruginizCLS
      @DeruginizCLS Рік тому

      @@QuadMcFlyFlies thanks for the info man!

  • @crisnmaryfam7344
    @crisnmaryfam7344 Рік тому +1

    No clean Flux also still needs cleaned lol....

  • @stephenmason5682
    @stephenmason5682 Рік тому

    Which is better overall, the analogue or digital please? And why is the digital kit so much cheaper? Cheers from UK.

    • @spayrex_
      @spayrex_ Рік тому

      Because on the digital version theres no fpv system... if you would for examplen go for the o3 air unit from dji your gonna be up 200€

  • @tresbb03
    @tresbb03 9 місяців тому

    How cheaper is it to build your own drone?

  • @danielharris3827
    @danielharris3827 Рік тому

    what about a capacitor on the power? it came in my kit?

  • @michaelsantoro9670
    @michaelsantoro9670 Рік тому

    Hi Joshua. I don’t know much about ELRS receivers. But is it compatible with my XD9+ running OPENTX? Cause I’m really keen on this new build and want to purchase it.

  • @CuBeR-bj7eb
    @CuBeR-bj7eb 18 днів тому

    capacitor?

  • @FERNANDOPR_FPV
    @FERNANDOPR_FPV Рік тому

    Hi, does the speedybee f405 stack could fit on your QAV-S 2 frame?

  • @POWERFPV2024
    @POWERFPV2024 Рік тому

    Witch is the best fpv Google. Under 100$.
    And 💕💕💕 from India

    • @spayrex_
      @spayrex_ Рік тому

      there is no good one ... Just get a eachine or so or cheap boxed goggles

  • @xedoken
    @xedoken Рік тому +1

    where is capacitor 😟

    • @akjellrc
      @akjellrc Рік тому +1

      Ok. I am not crazy as I didn’t see it either. Previous version ran it to the front with excess motor wire.

    • @xBarnabyJonesx
      @xBarnabyJonesx Рік тому +1

      Spoilers...He puts it on later. Keep watching. lol

    • @xedoken
      @xedoken Рік тому

      @@xBarnabyJonesx okay good to know 👍

  • @VilleF1N
    @VilleF1N Рік тому

    No Bardwell F7 in the Bardwell quad? Ô_ô

  • @dronerob
    @dronerob Рік тому

    29:51 Curuious to know why no Capacitor?

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +2

      Keep watching the playlist. The capacitor is added in a later step.

  • @pertificatus5420
    @pertificatus5420 Рік тому

    8:16 this shit happend to me and i smoked my esc

  • @hafisazhar9057
    @hafisazhar9057 Рік тому

    Any one pls help me to build a drone😊

  • @maximknorz8616
    @maximknorz8616 Рік тому

    Although I assume you are human, you seem to think of every tiny detail.

  • @squirrely8527
    @squirrely8527 Рік тому

    I don’t have a hand hand too, but I have a third leg tool😂😂😂….sorry😑

  • @nvrmor023
    @nvrmor023 Рік тому +2

    Whats up with that top plate? 8 screws to get to the innards? Thats unacceptable. You have bashed every quad for years that has this.

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому +3

      Have I? I don't think that's true. I just did a big block of four or five frame reviews. Show me timestamps where I complained about the number of top plate screws?

    • @QuadMcFlyFlies
      @QuadMcFlyFlies Рік тому +2

      We actually tried reducing that with the QAV-S standard edition on the first QAV-S two years ago, and the feedback was generally negative. The consensus from that was that most people don't care about 8 screws for the top plate and prefer strength and stability over convenience. Especially in keeping the weight low those factors come at a tradeoff. Also to be fair it's still two screws less than the JohnnyFPV QAV-S :D
      Also a side benefit of the stock camera mount is that you don't need to remove the GoPro or the GoPro mount since it doesn't use the same screws, makes pulling the top plate a lot easier.

  • @PPGMatt
    @PPGMatt Рік тому

    Bro go buy yourself a proper set of wire strippers, diagonal cutters are great but are NOT the right tool for the job. Also shouldn’t twist your wires…

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому

      I own wire strippers. They are in the drawer above my work bench. I never use them. I hate having to think about what size of wire I'm using, then line up the correct size stripping hole, then strip. And diagonal cutters are better for cutitng wire short, and work fine for stripping. This is how I do it. This is how I have done it basically my whole life. It has never caused a problem for me. I stand by this method.

    • @PPGMatt
      @PPGMatt Рік тому

      That’s great for you, however a bad practice to pass down to the beginner was the point I was trying to make. 🤷‍♂️

    • @JoshuaBardwell
      @JoshuaBardwell  Рік тому

      Wouldn't it be hypocritical to teach people one way and then secretly do it a different way in private? Honestly, I don't think diagonal cutters are as big a deal as some people make them out to be.

    • @PPGMatt
      @PPGMatt Рік тому

      @@JoshuaBardwell 👍

  • @shenanigans8apeach
    @shenanigans8apeach Рік тому

    You should probably stop calling the silicone spacers gummies. Before ppls kids hear this in the background and start eating them.