Just came across this video. Been in FPV for over a year and just got my 3D printer in for Christmas. Glad to see you have having success with PLA, that’s all I use right now and want to build some frame myself. Subbed!
@@33rdframe thats cool Ill love to see that test! I think you have the best looking and creative drones, I wish you where here in USA Id buy so much lol thank you for sharing
It's incredible how different PLA can be from brand to brand or even within brands. I have yellow Inland PLA+ which is very similar to what you describe. It prints very easily, is extremely strong, but has some flexibility, the finish is very nice, and it doesn't scratch or dent easily either. On the other hand, I have some green Inland PLA Pro. It is honestly not good. It leaves residue on the build plate, it is picky about temperature, it comes out looking chalky, it is much more brittle with less layer adhesion, and it isn't abrasion resistant at all really. Plus, the PLA+ is extremely temperature tolerant and anneals well. If you hit it with high heat it tends to melt and get glossy. The PLA Pro barely gains heat resistance after curing and if you hit it with heat it tends to bubble, burn, and discolor. Basic point, they're like totally different materials despite similar names from the same brand. It really makes me realize why some people have a bad impression of PLA while others love it. With the yellow PLA+ I have even been able to print oil caps which tolerate engine bay temperatures after annealing. It even holds dimensions pretty well on a complex part. I'll have to try the Polymaker sometime.
and i will have to try inland yellow PLA+.. does it only come in yellow? as far as your assessment i think it is spot on! my exact experience with different brands/ product lines
@@33rdframe It comes in a variety of colors. The only Inland filaments I have tried so far though are those two. I believe the performance of the PLA+ in blue, red, and white at least is similar from what I've seen.
Cool video! My first year of FPV was spent designing, breaking, and rebuilding my own PLA freestyle frames. It held me back significantly in terms of skill progression (because they broke so easily) but definitely helped me understand how quads are designed. Might have to try designing my own cinewhoop frame!
My guess is the stl isn’t just available as he’s got it out for manufacturing it sounds like. I’m guessing he sent the STL to a beta testing customer who jumped in early and is putting his designs through their paces. Likely signed an nda or something
Super DrQuads, I watched this awesome video and love it !!!! I believe that a lot of companies don't agree with you is because they are thinking of $$$$$ and of course whether a Quad gets broken as soon as possible, more $$$ to them, that's the reason, there's a dark side what they are looking for, a more durable quad frame is not interesting to many of them, but on the other side, many FPV users can get interested, as I am, I love it !!! as always, you're the man!!!
I think I know how to make a little drone fly smooth like buttah. I'm looking forward to seeing how my efforts stack up to yours. I've watched your flying, and it's smooth and dreamy - just the way I like it. Can't wait to see how your Little Hero flies, Doc.
Dr Bardsell told about 3D-printed quadcopters they are hard to PID-tune and overtime show more resonance and fibrations. What is your experience over time?
I've put a lot of thought into my frames and they are 100 percent less resonance than BNF drones.. however I believe he was talking about 3d printed drones with the motor plate also being 3 D printed. My drones actually have carbon motor arms and base plate. Just the prop guards and housing is 3d printed
@@33rdframe Thanks for pointing that out! PS I definitely think 'Jonny Trego' should give your Mecharoach a try. I posted this, but he removed my comment.
surprisingly we can see from the charpy impact strength test that actually polymax PLA is the strongest 3d printing material in existence! i.imgur.com/mepmTWb.png
Just came across this video. Been in FPV for over a year and just got my 3D printer in for Christmas. Glad to see you have having success with PLA, that’s all I use right now and want to build some frame myself. Subbed!
I will bet money with the whole thing put together that would not have broke, your frames are like a TANK and anyone doubting can go kick rocks.
ill be doing another test soon with an old carbon fibre frame
@@33rdframe thats cool Ill love to see that test! I think you have the best looking and creative drones, I wish you where here in USA Id buy so much lol thank you for sharing
@@LovesM855A1 I do ship to USA now and am lowing the shipping costs as I opened a business account with the shipping company
@@33rdframe thats all I needed to hear! Ill take one of everything lol so where do you have pricing and all?
I see on your website hopefully there is prices
It's incredible how different PLA can be from brand to brand or even within brands. I have yellow Inland PLA+ which is very similar to what you describe. It prints very easily, is extremely strong, but has some flexibility, the finish is very nice, and it doesn't scratch or dent easily either. On the other hand, I have some green Inland PLA Pro. It is honestly not good. It leaves residue on the build plate, it is picky about temperature, it comes out looking chalky, it is much more brittle with less layer adhesion, and it isn't abrasion resistant at all really. Plus, the PLA+ is extremely temperature tolerant and anneals well. If you hit it with high heat it tends to melt and get glossy. The PLA Pro barely gains heat resistance after curing and if you hit it with heat it tends to bubble, burn, and discolor. Basic point, they're like totally different materials despite similar names from the same brand. It really makes me realize why some people have a bad impression of PLA while others love it. With the yellow PLA+ I have even been able to print oil caps which tolerate engine bay temperatures after annealing. It even holds dimensions pretty well on a complex part. I'll have to try the Polymaker sometime.
and i will have to try inland yellow PLA+.. does it only come in yellow? as far as your assessment i think it is spot on! my exact experience with different brands/ product lines
@@33rdframe It comes in a variety of colors. The only Inland filaments I have tried so far though are those two. I believe the performance of the PLA+ in blue, red, and white at least is similar from what I've seen.
Cool video! My first year of FPV was spent designing, breaking, and rebuilding my own PLA freestyle frames. It held me back significantly in terms of skill progression (because they broke so easily) but definitely helped me understand how quads are designed. Might have to try designing my own cinewhoop frame!
I still use carbon fiber frames to mount the motors. Just everything else is 3D printed
Where can we find the STL files so we give it a go as well? Would love to test out normal PLA, PA12-CF and the MAX PLA
any luck?
My guess is the stl isn’t just available as he’s got it out for manufacturing it sounds like.
I’m guessing he sent the STL to a beta testing customer who jumped in early and is putting his designs through their paces. Likely signed an nda or something
Super DrQuads, I watched this awesome video and love it !!!! I believe that a lot of companies don't agree with you is because they are thinking of $$$$$ and of course whether a Quad gets broken as soon as possible, more $$$ to them, that's the reason, there's a dark side what they are looking for, a more durable quad frame is not interesting to many of them, but on the other side, many FPV users can get interested, as I am, I love it !!! as always, you're the man!!!
I totally agree!
I think this is great!!! Polymaker makes the best filaments. PLA is a great material.
This is a guy who just gets it!
I think I know how to make a little drone fly smooth like buttah. I'm looking forward to seeing how my efforts stack up to yours. I've watched your flying, and it's smooth and dreamy - just the way I like it. Can't wait to see how your Little Hero flies, Doc.
Can't wait!
Pretty cool
amazing work ! i have to try poly max !
You should!
Dr Bardsell told about 3D-printed quadcopters they are hard to PID-tune and overtime show more resonance and fibrations. What is your experience over time?
I've put a lot of thought into my frames and they are 100 percent less resonance than BNF drones.. however I believe he was talking about 3d printed drones with the motor plate also being 3 D printed. My drones actually have carbon motor arms and base plate. Just the prop guards and housing is 3d printed
@@33rdframe Thanks for pointing that out! PS I definitely think 'Jonny Trego' should give your Mecharoach a try. I posted this, but he removed my comment.
@@nickvledder wait seriously??!?! He removed it? That is all the confirmation I need that he hates me
So, I’m not sure if you’re saying that the filament is good or bad…
It's good
I am surprised you prefer PLA over PETG, because PETG is much less brittle than PLA in general.
surprisingly we can see from the charpy impact strength test that actually polymax PLA is the strongest 3d printing material in existence! i.imgur.com/mepmTWb.png
@@33rdframedid Polymax tell you that?
Did i miss the part of the video where you did the legal disclaimer about how you're sponsored by Polymaker?
this was long before they sponsored me. and if you think i am that guy, you havnt been paying attention
@@33rdframe don’t take it personally. It was a serious question.
oh well this was long before they sponsored me. and you came at the right time. i am about to expose polymaker lol
Mix😢super glue and carbon together and paint it probably b bullet proof bro
Please don't shoot my drone