Broken 'Drone Guard'

[CadrePilot]

Not sure if this is the correct subforum, or if I'm using the rights term.

I managed to break the 'drone guard' for my Mavic 3 Pro. You know, that plastic thing with elastic that covers the gimbal and the whole drone before we stow it in a case.

It was only 14F yesterday when I had a commercial real estate shoot, and as I usually do, I just tossed the guard into my bag after removing the drone. A bit later I flung the soft case lid closed and put the case into the bed of my pickup while I flew. I suppose the cold temp made the plastic brittle and my closing of the case lid snapped it.

Think I'll attempt a repair with some CA glue. And maybe I'll source some scrap plastic to augment it, too.

EDIT: I now see it's called a "Storage Cover".

 

[msinger]

If the CA glue doesn't work, you can purchase a new OEM storage cover here on Amazon or here at B&H. And if you want to save a bit, they are selling on eBay used starting at about $14 + shipping.

 

[CadrePilot]

If the CA glue doesn't work, you can purchase a new OEM storage cover here on Amazon or here at B&H. And if you want to save a bit, they are selling on eBay used starting at about $14 + shipping.

Thanks. Darn things aren't cheap.

 

[MS Coast]

Think I'll attempt a repair with some CA glue. And maybe I'll source some scrap plastic to augment it, too.

A repair should be straightforward. Consider applying a small piece of plastic as a "splint" on the outer surface to span the breaks. Rough up the material where the adhesive will go. JB Weld has worked well for me in a lot of similar situations. If that doesn't work out, I have an extra I could send you.