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ProDesign F18E User Manual

High performance fiberglass f18 for single 90mm electric ducted fan edf
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High performance Fiberglass F18 for single 90mm electric ducted fan
• Flying Weight
• Wing span
• Length
• Rotor diameter
Warning !
This model is not a toy and please read the manual carefully before construction and
operating this model aircraft.
Specification
~2200g (~4.8 lb)
920mm / 36.2 in.
1250mm / 49.2 in.
90mm / 3.54 in.
Specifications are subject to change without notice
F18E 90mm EDF
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  • Page 1 F18E 90mm EDF High performance Fiberglass F18 for single 90mm electric ducted fan Specification • Flying Weight ~2200g (~4.8 lb) • Wing span 920mm / 36.2 in. • Length 1250mm / 49.2 in. • Rotor diameter 90mm / 3.54 in.

  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    Equipment and parts needed Radio system for 4 channels or above 1x Electronic speed controllers for brushless motor 1x 90mm fan-units, EDF shaft adapter diameter 5mm 1x 700-1000W size brushless motors 6-8s Lipo battery for 1600kv brushless motor 4x Servo extension wires 2x Metal gear standard size servo, for elevator 2x 9g servos for ailerons.
  • Page 3 Inside the Box Inside the box : Fuselage, Main wing, Exit ducting, stabilizer, EDF cover, vertical fin, wing joiner, landing gear and wheel, canopy, cockpit (optional) , hardware bags ( screw, horn, linkage connector, M3 nut, steering arm, 3mm collar, mounting plate, magnet), Elevator control hub kit.
  • Page 4 Main Wing Do not glue the wing at this point. Try fitting the wings to the fuselage with the wing joiner. The thinner part of the wing joiner goes into the wing. Adjust and orient the joiner such that both wings are in perfect position. A 5mm hole can be drilled on the side to pass the wire of the aileron servos.

  • Page 5: Aileron Servo

    Aileron Servo Before gluing the aileron servo, center the servo horn by means of a servo tester or with a receiver/ transmitter. Install the servo with the balsa wood block provided. Mark the horn insertion and cut a 5mm slot in the aileron and epoxy the control horn. Use CA to connect the aileron to the wing.
  • Page 6 Elevator Control Hub A perfect alignment can be adjusted and measured by inserting a 3mm rod, with a leveler in place. This is the finish of the left elevator control hub. Elevator Control Rod Use coarse sandpaper to remove excessive paint on the elevator control rod. Make sure it can pass through the hub bearing with ease.
  • Page 7 Elevator Try fitting the elevator into the fuselage and the elevator module. Adjust the best alignment in different axis. Ensure the elevator have enough clearance from the fuselage. Use a 3mm collar as a spacer between the elevator and the fuselage. Locktite the collar control arm through a hole drilled at the fuselage.
  • Page 8 Elevator Servos Connect the 15cm control link to the control arm. Install standard size metal gear servo. Connect the linkage. Install the linkage connector and center the servo horn. Exit Ducting Cut a hole for wiring of the brushless motor. Cut a 1.5cmx 1cm slot on the side to adapt the EDF housing.
  • Page 9 Ducted Fan Unit Attach double sided adhersive tape around both end of the EDF housing. This is to make a better seal to enhance the EDF efficiency. Assemble the ducted fan unit and anchor the ESC. Check the inflow duct clearance. Test run the EDF and ensure air is blow backward. Check for any excessive vibration.

  • Page 10: Main Landing Gear

    Main Landing gear Main landing gear assembly. Connect the wheel collar. Use 2mm screw to connect to the fuselage retractable gear base. This design allows you to upgrade to retractable gears without any modification. Front Landing gear Assemble the front gear as shown. Use a 3mm collar at the base. Tighten the steering control arm.

  • Page 11: Vertical Stabilizer

    Sidewinder Attach the sidewinder to the side of the wing. Make sure symmetry on both wings. Vertical Stabilizer Trial fit the vertical fin first, you may have to trim 5mm from the front and the back of the base to get a better fit. Trim with a dremel cutter or saw. Sand the contact areas and apply epoxy.
  • Page 12 Decals Realistic water decal is supplied with the ProDesign kit. Cut the water decal into reasonable pieces and soak in water for 2 seconds. Use a finger and slide the decal in position. Use tissue paper to remove excessive water.

  • Page 13: Control Throws

    Control Throws The neutral position of the elevator should be the same horizontal level with main wing. The above photo shows the down elevator stick/ pitch up at low rate. Elevator throws 15 mm up 15mm down. Use 50% exponential. Low rate 9mm. Ailerons throws 13 mm up 13 mm down.
  • Page 14 At the first flight, it is prudent to check the C.G. In runway takeoff, slight finger pressure at the trailing edge of the elevator should be able to pitch up the aircraft. Enjoy! Take pictures and video of your scale looking, high performance ProDesign fighter!

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