First FPV Drone build, 3D printed PETG frame, 3.5"

I found the model of the frame online and really liked the look. I decided to make this my first quad build after only having flown the prebuilt BetaFPV Air 75.

After getting components and trying to mount them inside I encountered some issues. I tried editing the model of the frame, however, as there were only STL files available this was very tedious. Also the maker of the frame put a somewhat restrictive license on it. Now I want to design my own frame with the ability of a more clean layout for the components that I want. When that has happened I also want to make my design files available so that it can be adapted to others needs.

I did not get to fly it yet but am really looking forward to, probably this weekend. Also I learned a lot while building this, which will help me design a nicer frame. Am also happy to hear opinions on my build.

Here is a list of components:

EDIT: Here is a follow up post, with a video of a flight.

And here are some more pictures.

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4 Comments

Idreamofcheesy@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 345d (1 reply)

This is cool as hell! I'll keep an eye on this and hopefully one day find the time to make a drone. It looks like fun.

venusaur@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 345d

It’s fun and can be a total headache but such a good feeling when you first get it off the ground.

ButteredWaffle_@reddthat.com · 2 pts · 345d (1 reply)

Keep us updated! Please share the flying experience also, i'd be interested to hear what petg flies like.

venusaur@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 345d

Same! Curious if there’s any vibration in the video.