OEM prop guards.

Nomand Eloc · Feb 8, 2017

Mavic - Propeller Cage | DJI Store

Sorry if this was already posted.

msinger · Feb 8, 2017

FYI, these aren't really normal prop guards. They are designed to only be used when flying in Tripod mode.

Nomand Eloc · Feb 8, 2017

msinger said:
FYI, these aren't really normal prop guards. They are designed to only be used when flying in Tripod mode.

I can see why based on the cage design. You would think the DJI would put this bit of useful information under the product description.

Glen e · Feb 8, 2017

msinger said:
FYI, these aren't really normal prop guards. They are designed to only be used when flying in Tripod mode.

Msinger: what is it about tripod mode that would make this accessory beneficial?

Cyberpower678 · Feb 8, 2017

msinger said:
FYI, these aren't really normal prop guards. They are designed to only be used when flying in Tripod mode.

How do you know this?

msinger · Feb 8, 2017

Glen e said:
what is it about tripod mode that would make this accessory beneficial?

I'm guessing most people are only using tripod mode indoors. And, there are usually lots of obstacles indoors.

msinger · Feb 8, 2017

Cyberpower678 said:
How do you know this?

Per the propeller cage user guide:

Cyberpower678 · Feb 8, 2017

msinger said:
Per the propeller cage user guide:

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I ordered them thinking they are sturdy and light. Maybe I should cancel. I was going to review them, but if I'm paying that much for something really weak, I don't think I want them.

Glen e · Feb 8, 2017

Wow, 2.68 mph is not much.....

Cyberpower678 · Feb 8, 2017

Glen e said:
Wow, 2.68 mph is not much.....

No kidding, I walk faster than that. Hell, my bird walks faster than that.

rajun50 · Feb 8, 2017

I imagine that's a conservative figure, but I'm sure someone will review them and put them to the test. If a sub-5mph crash is going to damage them they aren't very sturdy, that's for sure. If they were able to handle moderate abuse it would make the price tag seem more reasonable.

That being said, I can see where someone who wants to do a lot of indoor tripod-mode flying would want something like this. These guards really add a great deal of protection that would keep the props from damaging walls/furniture/etc, which is the main reason I have never attempted indoor flight.

DJILeaks · Feb 21, 2017

FYI DJI has updated the description to advise that these guards are "suitable for flying indoors, in crowded areas and under Tripod mode.
I think they would definitely offer some benefit for hand captures and releases?