The Wu Tank Max comes out many challenges : would the excellent Wu Tank frame scale up to a normal 5" or 6" freestyle frame ? Can i finally design a frame with cam plates that doesn't look like crap ? Can those vibration management principles be involved in a design that's pleasant and easy to use ?
For most of the questions the answer is quite yes and the final result is quite awesome so far. The frame is easy to build, vibrations clean, and files really well on stock tune.
I worked with Goa FPV on this design and he had quite a precise idea on how a freestyle frame should be so he deserves a lot of credits for all the reinforcements made on that one.
here are the specs :
6" WideX arms
HD capable with cam plates
6mm thick arms (for strength and vibration management)
reinforced front (2.5mm front and cam plates)
supports 16x16 M3 motors (from 22xx to 25xx at least)
front mount supports 20x20 (M3), 25.5x25.5 (M2) and 30.5x30.5 (M3) patterns (basically should fit any stack or AIO you can come with)
electronics mounts are separated from arms or frame assembly screws
rear 20x20 mount for DJI Vista / VTX
so far, once assembled the 6" frame is ~126g (estimated carbon weight + weighted mounting hardware i used).
Mounting hardware included in the kit
Here's the list of mounting hardware needed to assemble the frame :
8 x M3 pressnuts (on the rear plate for arms assembly)
4 x M2 BetaFPV Clamping nuts (on the rear 20x20 mount to easily install the Vista/VTX) : NOT PROVIDED
8 x M3 12mm steel screws (arms attach)
10 x M3 6mm steel screws (for the 20mm standoffs, rear and front)
8 x M3 10mm steel screws (gopro mount and front standoffs)
5 x 20mm M3 standoffs (4 at the rear, 1 in the front on the cam plates)
The Wu Tank Max comes out many challenges : would the excellent Wu Tank frame scale up to a normal 5" freestyle frame ? Can i finally design a frame with cam plates that doesn't look like crap ? Can those vibration management principles be involved in a design that's pleasant and easy to use ?
For most of the questions the answer is quite yes and the final result is quite awesome so far. The frame is easy to build, vibration clean, and files really well on stock tune.
I worked with Goa FPV on this design and he had quite a precise idea on how a freestyle frame should be so he deserves a lot of credits for all the reinforcements made on that one.
here are the specs :
5" (5.5 actually) WideX arms
HD capable with cam plates
6mm thick arms (for strength and vibration management)
reinforced front (2.5mm front and cam plates)
supports 16x16 M3 motors (from 22xx to 25xx at least)
front mount supports 20x20 (M3), 25.5x25.5 (M2) and 30.5x30.5 (M3) patterns (basically should fit any stack or AIO you can come with)
electronics mounts are separated from arms or frame assembly screws
rear 20x20 mount for DJI Vista / VTX
so far, once assembled the 5" frame is ~124g (estimated carbon weight + weighted mounting hardware i used).
Mounting hardware included in the kit
Here's the list of mounting hardware needed to assemble the frame :
8 x M3 pressnuts (on the rear plate for arms assembly)
4 x M2 BetaFPV Clamping nuts (on the rear 20x20 mount to easily install the Vista/VTX) : NOT PROVIDED
8 x M3 12mm steel screws (arms attach)
10 x M3 6mm steel screws (for the 20mm standoffs, rear and front)
8 x M3 10mm steel screws (gopro mount and front standoffs)
5 x 20mm M3 standoffs (4 at the rear, 1 in the front on the cam plates)
The WU TANK! is an evolution of my previous MOD-L design. It's still intended to be a versatile platform but i tried to remove the limitations of the previous version regarding to bigger setups (5 and 6" mainly). The 6" frame is 70g. it's slightly heavier than an ultralight like the 2Fiddy but it's more durable and less vibration prone.
So now this frame can be used for freestyle and even long range !
HD capable (obviously)
WAY stronger and stiffer (better at vibrations management)
Low profile body (16mm tall for a Vista setup while still having 22mm for the camera in the front)
improved arm interlock
Supports 20x20, 25.5x25.5 (AIO turned 45°) and 30.5x30.5 electronics
12x12 motor mount (thought for 2203.5/2204/2205/2203.5 setups mainly), it even supports Ummagawd 2004 motors !
M2 hardware
backward compatible with most of the printable accessories of the MOD-L
The whole body assembly is using some uncommon components but they're easy to find, here,s what you need :
12x BetaFPV M2 pressnuts : https://betafpv.com/products/m2-clamping-nuts (available in various shops as well)
8x M2x10mm screws for arms locking
4x M2x18mm screws for rear vista assembly
12x M2x6mm screws for the standoffs
4x M2 22mm standoffs (front) : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32958289804.html
2x M2 16mm standoffs (rear, you can add 2 more if you don't use a Vista) : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32958289804.html
Installing the vista
Some infos here. on this frame the Vista is supposed to be installed in such a way that it's mounting screws are touching the top plate.
To achieve this i provide some 2.5mm TPU spacers to sit under the vista and highly recommend using M2x18mm hex screws coming from the top of the Vista trough the pressnuts on the frame. This allows the vista assembly to support the center of the top plate as there are no standoffs here.
Check the pictures and document provided, you'll get the idea quite easily.
The WU TANK! is an evolution of my previous MOD-L design. It's still intended to be a versatile platform but i tried to remove the limitations of the previous version regarding to bigger setups (5 and 6" mainly). The 6" frame is 70g. it's slightly heavier than an ultralight like the 2Fiddy but it's more durable and less vibration prone.
So now this frame can be used for freestyle and even long range !
HD capable (obviously)
WAY stronger and stiffer (better at vibrations management)
Low profile body (16mm tall for a Vista setup while still having 22mm for the camera in the front)
improved arm interlock
Supports 20x20, 25.5x25.5 (AIO turned 45°) and 30.5x30.5 electronics
12x12 motor mount (thought for 2203.5/2204/2205/2203.5 setups mainly), it even supports Ummagawd 2004 motors !
M2 hardware
backward compatible with most of the printable accessories of the MOD-L
The whole body assembly is using some uncommon components but they're easy to find, here,s what you need :
12x BetaFPV M2 pressnuts : https://betafpv.com/products/m2-clamping-nuts (available in various shops as well)
8x M2x10mm screws for arms locking
4x M2x18mm screws for rear vista assembly
12x M2x6mm screws for the standoffs
4x M2 22mm standoffs (front) : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32958289804.html
2x M2 16mm standoffs (rear, you can add 2 more if you don't use a Vista) : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32958289804.html
Installing the vista
Some infos here. on this frame the Vista is supposed to be installed in such a way that it's mounting screws are touching the top plate.
To achieve this i provide some 2.5mm TPU spacers to sit under the vista and highly recommend using M2x18mm hex screws coming from the top of the Vista trough the pressnuts on the frame. This allows the vista assembly to support the center of the top plate as there are no standoffs here.
Check the pictures and document provided, you'll get the idea quite easily.
The WU TANK! is an evolution of my previous MOD-L design. It's still intended to be a versatile platform but i tried to remove the limitations of the previous version regarding to bigger setups (5 and 6" mainly). The 5" frame is 65g. it's slightly heavier than an ultralight like the 2Fiddy but it's more durable and less vibration prone.
So now this frame can be used for freestyle and even long range !
HD capable (obviously)
WAY stronger and stiffer (better at vibrations management)
Low profile body (16mm tall for a Vista setup while still having 22mm for the camera in the front)
improved arm interlock
Supports 20x20, 25.5x25.5 (AIO turned 45°) and 30.5x30.5 electronics
12x12 motor mount (thought for 2203.5/2204/2205/2203.5 setups mainly), it even supports Ummagawd 2004 motors !
M2 hardware
backward compatible with most of the printable accessories of the MOD-L
Check on the thingiverse page for the 3D printable accessories and build tips : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4888084
Assembly and hardware needed
The whole body assembly is using some uncommon components but they're easy to find, here,s what you need :
Some infos here. on this frame the Vista is supposed to be installed in such a way that it's mounting screws are touching the top plate.
To achieve this i provide some 2.5mm TPU spacers to sit under the vista and highly recommend using M2x18mm hex screws coming from the top of the Vista trough the pressnuts on the frame. This allows the vista assembly to support the center of the top plate as there are no standoffs here.
Check the pictures and document provided, you'll get the idea quite easily.
The WU TANK! is an evolution of my previous MOD-L design. It's still intended to be a versatile platform but i tried to remove the limitations of the previous version regarding to bigger setups (5 and 6" mainly). The 5" frame is 65g. it's slightly heavier than an ultralight like the 2Fiddy but it's more durable and less vibration prone.
So now this frame can be used for freestyle and even long range !
HD capable (obviously)
WAY stronger and stiffer (better at vibrations management)
Low profile body (16mm tall for a Vista setup while still having 22mm for the camera in the front)
improved arm interlock
Supports 20x20, 25.5x25.5 (AIO turned 45°) and 30.5x30.5 electronics
12x12 motor mount (thought for 2203.5/2204/2205/2203.5 setups mainly), it even supports Ummagawd 2004 motors !
M2 hardware
backward compatible with most of the printable accessories of the MOD-L
Check on the thingiverse page for the 3D printable accessories and build tips : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4888084
Assembly and hardware needed
The whole body assembly is using some uncommon components but they're easy to find, here,s what you need :
Some infos here. on this frame the Vista is supposed to be installed in such a way that it's mounting screws are touching the top plate.
To achieve this i provide some 2.5mm TPU spacers to sit under the vista and highly recommend using M2x18mm hex screws coming from the top of the Vista trough the pressnuts on the frame. This allows the vista assembly to support the center of the top plate as there are no standoffs here.
Check the pictures and document provided, you'll get the idea quite easily.
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame specifications :
MOD-L common platform
4 inch squishX layout
16x16, 20x20 and 26x26 FC mount (for the SB only the whoop mount is functional on a HD setup)
9mm and 12mm motor mount
20x20 mount on the top plate as well
Frame mounting gear needed :
12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
6x M2 8mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame specifications :
MOD-L common platform
3 inch squishX layout
16x16, 20x20 and 26x26 FC mount (for the SB only the whoop mount is functional on a HD setup)
9mm and 12mm motor mount
20x20 mount on the top plate as well
Frame mounting gear needed :
2x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
6x M2 8mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
The Pickle Evo2 MK2 - Cinematic version is a light 3 inch frame designed to fit a nano HD camera. The deacat layout allows a props out of view freestyle oriented setup.
The kit contains the base plate and the top plate. You will need to add 4 M2x20mm standoffs and screws.
This is a Pickle Evo2 MK3 kit suitable for Nano HD cameras. The base is a deadcat toothpick style frame that can take up to 3 inch props. The motor mount is suitable for 4 hole 9mm motors (like 1204, 1303, up to 1404 i think).
It's the bare frame only and you will need 3 M2 x 20mm standoffs and M2 screws for the standoffs and the FC.
Top Plate for the MOD-L frame, 2mm thick carbon fiber
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame mounting gear needed :
- 12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
- 6x M2 6mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
- 6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
- 6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
Bottom plate for the MOD-L Frame, 2mm thick carbon fiber.
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame mounting gear needed :
- 12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
- 6x M2 6mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
- 6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
- 6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
Bottom reinforcement cross for MOD-L frame. Fits all arm versions. 2mm thick carbon fiber.
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame mounting gear needed :
- 12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
- 6x M2 6mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
- 6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
- 6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
4 inch arm for the MOD-L frame in 3mm thick carbon fiber.
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame mounting gear needed :
- 12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
- 6x M2 6mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
- 6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
- 6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
3 inch arm for the MOD-L frame. 3mm thick carbon fiber.
The MOD-L is a modular frame with separate 3" or 4" arms. The current version is the ShortBack (SB) and is intended to build an ultralight HD quad using a Caddx Vista or Tarsier and alikes and an AIO Whoop FC.
More informations on this frame and printable accessories on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4295478
Frame mounting gear needed :
- 12x M2 6mm screws (plates to standoffs assembly)
- 6x M2 6mm screws for the arm assembly (with 3mm thick arms)
- 6x M2 standoffs (23-25mm for an HD build)
- 6x BetaFPV M2 Clamping nuts for the bottom plate : https://betafpv.com/collections/new-arrival/products/m2-clamping-nuts
Imagine a toothpick that got to 4 inch ... there you have the PickleBig 4 inch.
Frame Specs :
153mm wheelbase
FC Mount : Whoop AIO 26x26mm (BetaFPV 20A !), 20x20mm
9mm to 12mm motor mount (4 hole)
Frame weight should be around 17-18g (4mm thick)
Recommended motors : 1306, 1404, 1408
Separate canopy mount to isolate it from the stack screws
Get more infos & printable stuff on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3919273
The Picklebig5 is a 5 inch ultralight frame intended to build a 5 inch "toothpick".
Those light 5 inch frames are not new but now you can build one with nano and whoop sized gear !
The aim is to stay below 250g AUW.
Frame Specs :
Frame weights 29/30g in 5mm thick carbon fibre
190mm wheelbase
FC Mount : Whoop AIO 26x26mm (BetaFPV 20A !), 20x20mm
12mm to 16mm motor mount (4 hole)
Recommended motors : from 1506 to somewhere around 2204
Separate canopy mount to isolate it from the stack screws
Get more infos & printable stuff on the Thingiverse page : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3919273
This is the brand new Pickle design called the PicklePick. It is a more refined and radical design of my good old toothpick style frame called the Pickle.
This one is thinner ant stiffer by design and have even better flight caracteristics.
This version is for 3 hole motors only (e.g. Amaxinno 1103, Happymodel EX110x)
Here are the specs :
Open Source design available on Thingiverse (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3857976)
2.5 inch / 65mm true X Frame (102mm wheel base)
3 hole / 6.6-9mm motor mount (usually happymodel 110x and Amax 1103 3 hole, check your motors specsheet)
Whoop AIO FC or 16x16 stack
~5.5g
This is the brand new Pickle design called the PicklePick. It is a more refined and radical design of my good old toothpick style frame called the Pickle.
This one is thinner ant stiffer by design and have even better flight caracteristics.
Here are the specs :
Open Source design available on Thingiverse (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3857976)
2.5 inch / 65mm true X Frame (102mm wheel base)
4 hole / 9mm motor mount (1103 up to 140x)
Whoop AIO FC or 16x16 stack
~5.5g
This is the brand new Pickle design called the PicklePick. It is a more refined and radical design of my good old toothpick style frame called the Pickle. This one is thinner ant stiffer by design and have even better flight caracteristics.
THIS VERSION IS FOR 3 HOLE MOTORS (9mm to 6.6mm like amax 1103, Happymodel)
This is the brand new Pickle design called the PicklePick. It is a more refined and radical design of my good old toothpick style frame called the Pickle. This one is thinner ant stiffer by design and have even better flight caracteristics.