Prop for 150

[crashflow]

Hey guys im getting ready to get a first flight on a 42% Pau Extra with a 150. I was wondering what prop you guys are using on your 150's. I will be doing some imac with it but I will probably do some 3D with it as well so I guess im looking mostly for a good allaround prop. thanks

 

[stangflyer]

Hey guys im getting ready to get a first flight on a 42% Pau Extra with a 150. I was wondering what prop you guys are using on your 150's. I will be doing some imac with it but I will probably do some 3D with it as well so I guess im looking mostly for a good allaround prop. thanks

Not sure about everyone Paul, but most from what I have heard and read are using a 30x13 evo. I use a Falcon CF 32x10 on my 3W 157cs. Really superb pull and breaking is good too. I'm sure there will be quite a bit of input on this subject. Great thread...

 

[TazmanianDevil]

The best method is to separate the two, IMAC and 3D the throws are different the CG is different and so the prop last but not list, flight characteristics and flying skills/style.
When it comes to props I think it's like a finger print for most it's an individual's picked as for the things I've mentioned before.

For 3D go with the old but reliable 32-10 or if you like 3 blades 29-12 narrow.
For IMAC 30-12 or the 30-13 and if you like 3 blades 29-12.

But if you don't like to do that and you want one prop to fit them all try ether the 32-10 or the 30-13.

My opinion comes with my experience with Mejzlik carbon props.

Good luck

 

[3D-Joy]

If I had to choose 1 prop for everything I'd go Mejzlik 30x12 or Falcon 30x12 for non piped 150.
On pipes I personnally like the Air Models 31x12.
All these props can become quite noisy if you let them go.
I never liked slow props, even for 3D but thats just my taste. I'm also a firm believer that once you decide on a setup, stick to it and really learn and live with it. It takes more than 5 flights to really love or hate a prop...

 

[Bunky.F.Knuckle]

30x12. Dont turn back.

 

[tylerzx9r]

Paul, You will get tons of opinions on this! That is not a bad thing.... but don't drive yourself nuts over a decision! Start with something that is common, and try it for a while, more than a few flights, then borrow (if you can) or buy something different, and compare it to what you had.... again more than a few flights! I personally fly a 32x10 Falcon carbon, I originally had a 32x10 Vess wood, I like them both but prefer the Falcon for the quietness of Imac style, and the benefit of the spool up for my 3-D. I reiterate.... you cannot decide in two flights and or switching constantly from prop to prop! Pick something common and try it for a while!

 

[Terryscustom]

Just cuz I know how you fly crash, I'm going to say 32x10 Falcon. However, for all out 3D, hands down I prefer the 31x10w Falcon. Little quicker spool up, great breaking and pulls a bit harder than the 32x10 on the deck. I found this chart and for 100/111 and 150/170 cc engines I've found it to be very accurate:

http://rcaircraftcomponents.com/falcon-carbon-graphite-two-blade-propeller-guide/

 

[stangflyer]

Just cuz I know how you fly crash, I'm going to say 32x10 Falcon. However, for all out 3D, hands down I prefer the 31x10w Falcon. Little quicker spool up, great breaking and pulls a bit harder than the 32x10 on the deck. I found this chart and for 100/111 and 150/170 cc engines I've found it to be very accurate:

http://rcaircraftcomponents.com/falcon-carbon-graphite-two-blade-propeller-guide/

Nice....very nice. Thanks Terry for sharing that chart.

 

[3D-Joy]

What does comprehensive mean on that chart?

 

[Terryscustom]

What does comprehensive mean on that chart?

General.....all purpose.