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The HexH2o Build Guide v1.0
We have put together the following build guide for our HexH2o customers. You are free to build the
HexH2o in whichever way you wish. Our tutorial is in no way a definitive guide, however it is
recommended it's followed as closely as possible in order to obtain the most from your purchase.
This tutorial is based on using the DJI E600 Tuned Propulsion System. This is also the same
process used when building our RTF kits.
TIP: Before building your HexH2o, we recommend you test ALL electrics BEFORE you install
them.
Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones
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https://www.quadh2o.com
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  • Page 1 The HexH2o Build Guide v1.0 We have put together the following build guide for our HexH2o customers. You are free to build the HexH2o in whichever way you wish. Our tutorial is in no way a definitive guide, however it is recommended it’s followed as closely as possible in order to obtain the most from your purchase.
  • Page 2 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Read this guide IN FULL before you start. 1. Unpacking your HexH2o Your HexH2o will arrive in one box. (Please see our T&C in the unlikely event that your frame arrives damaged).
  • Page 3 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com 2. Tools for the job Below is an overview of the recommended tools required to build your QuadH2o: 3 / 30...
  • Page 4 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Soldering Iron, flux, solder Heat shrink (various sizes) Quick drying (5min) Epoxy Marine grade sealant (Sikaflex 291i recommended) Hot (glue) gun Cables for wiring harness and extending motor cables Bullet connectors, 18 female (3.5mm)
  • Page 5 You can test this by placing a sheet of paper between the clip and the HexH2o body; as you (carefully and slowly) open the clip it should (just) clear the paper.
  • Page 6 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Adding a small amount of silicone grease to the seals will help to retain a water tight seal. 4. Fitting the foam buoyancy aids Using the provided velcro fit the buoyancy aids to either side of the hull.
  • Page 7 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Using the provided components, build up the top and bottom carbon plates, arms and mounting clamps. You will note that the arms have holes pre-drilled at the ends. The arms can only be inserted one way in order for the holes to line up.
  • Page 8 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Don’t fit the motor mounts to the arms just yet. Use the supplied washers (were required) on the boom clamps to ensure the gap in the top and bottom plates are equal.
  • Page 9 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Note the bottom plate is the one with the counter sunk holes (for the stand off bolts) – there are access holes in the top plate allowing you to access the bolts even after the plates are built up/fitted.
  • Page 10 Now fit the provided breather tubes through the breather tube grommets (leave approximately 4? sticking out). These can be kept in place inside the hull using two or the provided cable tie clips. Ensure the end of the tube is close to the bottom of the HexH2o (see picture). 10 / 30...
  • Page 11 Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Next, fit the supplied 20mm top plate stand offs to the HexH2o, ensuring you fit one 2mm washer (supplied) on either side of the HexH2o body: bolt – washer – HexH2o – washer -stand off (don’t forget thread lock).
  • Page 12 Naza GPS as pictured, (do not cover any top plate screws or the stand off location holes). Ensure the opening for the GPS cable is pointing to the front of the HexH2o. 12 / 30...
  • Page 13 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Using the provided DJI 3M tape, mount the GPS unit to the inside of the GPS mount. 13 / 30...
  • Page 14 Naza GPS inside the holder. Run the GPS cable through the pre-drilled slotted hole in the top of the HexH2o frame, then using the supplied cover plate and bolts fit in place using Marine grade sealant so seal it in position.
  • Page 15 Most motors come with short cables so you will need to extend the cables to suit. First cut off the motor bullet connectors. Then create your extended leads (using 18AWG cable) with female bullet connectors at one end. You want to leave yourself 5-6 inches of cable inside the HexH2o once fitted.
  • Page 16 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Feed the cables through the motor grommets from the inside of the HexH2o out, then run them down the arm, leaving the ends of the cables poking out the end. 16 / 30...
  • Page 17 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Slide the cables through the motor mount and slide the motor mount onto the arm and fix in placer using the provided bolts. Each arm has pre drilled holes at each end, one end specifically fits the motor mounts whilst the other end is for the clamps.
  • Page 18 OSD (depending on your setup). In the picture below you can see we have mounted the VTX (away from the other components) to the HexH2o using velcro. You can also fit it with the provided heat sink. 18 / 30...
  • Page 19 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com We then use a SMA cable which connects to the antenna on the outside of the HexH2o. Once fitted ensure you seal the area from the inside using Marine grade sealant. 19 / 30...
  • Page 20 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Ensure you pick a location for the Antenna that does not foul the folding arms.. 20 / 30...
  • Page 21 Finally, using Marine grade sealant (we recommend Sikaflex 291i), seal all motor cables, grommets, breather tubes, SMA lead and the four stand off bolts from the inside ensuring you make a good watertight seal. Effectively sealing everything that comes through the HexH2O body.
  • Page 22 Next you will need a cable to connect to your electrics tray in order to power all of your components (approx 4? long using 16AWG cable), again fitting your chosen connector on one end. Once completed decide where you want to locate your distribution board in the HexH2o (we recommend on the top just in front of the grommets).
  • Page 23 Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Bond the provided distribution board stand off to the HexH2o (using 5min epoxy), then screw the distribution board to the stand off using the supplied bolt. Now its time to fit the ESC’s in place, apply a generous amount of Marine grade sealant around the base of the heat sink then carefully fit the ESC’s in place ensuring you make a good seal.

  • Page 24: Electronics Tray

    Next up is your electronics tray. How you mount your components is up to you, but we have provided a location mount for the NAZA, don’t forget the tray sits at the top of the HexH2o so you must mount the Naza ‘upside down’ on the board (see pic). Screw the fan in place as per the picture.
  • Page 25 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Ensure nothing is in the way of the gimbal. 25 / 30...
  • Page 26 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com 12. NAZA LED location We provide a small stand off and viewing grommet for the NAZA LED. This is optional but it enables you to view the LED status without having any reflections being picked up by your GoPro.
  • Page 27 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com Finally fix the LED unit over the stand off using some of the provided velcro. Using Velcro means you can easily remove it should you need to plug the Naza into the assistant software. If you have the BTU unit, you could use 3M tape instead.
  • Page 28 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com TIP: Ensure the area is water tight. 28 / 30...
  • Page 29 13. Mounting your batteries Your batteries will fit nicely in the floor of the HexH2o; either one lipo (fit sideways) or two lipo’s (next to each other running front to back). Keep them in place using velcro. Position them to ensure your centre of gravity is maintained.
  • Page 30 Waterproof Drones - The HexH2O and QuadH2O professional waterproof drones Waterproof Multirotors https://www.quadh2o.com 30 / 30...

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