Building a GOOD Micro FPV Drone for $65 (Beginners Guide)
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Welcome to my channel! I'm a self-taught tinkerer with a passion for all things electronic. This space is dedicated to building a community of like-minded enthusiasts who love to share their projects and creations. While I may not be a professional engineer, I believe that anyone can learn to create amazing things. If I can do it, so can you!
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I'm exploring how affordably you can dive into the FPV hobby while still ensuring durability and performance. That's how I came up with this quadcopter. I sourced the most budget-friendly components available and designed a straightforward, efficient build process to put it all together. I'm not an engineer, and I'm new to soldering, so if an everyday person like me can pull this off, you definitely can too! DISCLAIMER: Prices constantly change on Aliexpress, and each item will go up and down from day to day. Aliexpress usually has sales 2 times per month. Use the coupons from the sales to get the best deals! Quad Parts: Mobula 7 Frame: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_o2CEWpL Caddx Ant Cam: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omqolfr Canopy and Battery mounts: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oCAE9Lj JHEMCU Flight controller is now mostly sold out and prices have skyrocketed!! I would recommend Darwin FPV 4in1 aio FC 1-3s for just $45!!!(make sure to select one with built in ELRS reciever): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ms9v3Tr Link to new FC wiring diagram: https://shorturl.at/HZv5z Zeus Nano VTX: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okno4fP 1103 Motors: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDJDKGD 40mm Props: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olNPi2H Motor Bolts (Choose M1.4 and 3mm options): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okWWhY9 Rubber spacers (choose an M2 option): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oBwqUjr Support Gear: Radio Master Pocket (choose ELRS version): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onTmE9T Skyzone 04O Pro Goggles: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olDlGj7 Eachine 800d goggles (make sure to get the branded Eachine goggles. The knock offs are not as good): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oogkiCt VR009 Box goggles: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olP0Pj7 450mah 2s battery (If you use these, you will need to use an xt30 battery lead or to change the connectors on the batteries themselves): https://amzn.to/42eIQE8 2s battery charger: https://amzn.to/4cp0MAr Smoke Stopper: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onR2CAZ How to Download Betaflight Configurator: https://youtu.be/uXdDLCtR3Yo?si=Esey1dT4Q7E6Erbz How to download Driver for Betaflight (you may or may not need this depending on your computer): https://youtu.be/rfVNq6twgEM?si=WAKvvW50LBzr4PTq Setting up your radio: https://youtu.be/GgaWMvAHZi8?si=XQqDO4oFqklJL6gl Chapters 00:00 - Intro and Parts 05:30 - Updating Flight Controller 07:18 - Fitting Components/Modifications 10:41 - Soldering 15:46 - Flight Review 20:12 - Binding 22:13 - Betaflight Configuration
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