Low-Noise Quick-Release Propellers

alivilla47 · Mar 23, 2018

Hi All,

New here as just upgraded to a Mavic Pro from my Phantom 3 Standard and I'm now looking at accessories (as you do).

Got the fly more combo so got most things with that but the low noise propellers do really interest me. Has anyone used these on the Mavic Pro? Does it make much difference to noise or flight time? To be honest flight time isn't really an issue but I would like it to be quieter.

Thanks!

msinger · Mar 23, 2018

alivilla47 said:
Got the fly more combo so got most things with that but the low noise propellers do really interest me. Has anyone used these on the Mavic Pro?

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ksmusa · Mar 23, 2018

You can also find useful information on YouTube.

MichiganMavic · Mar 23, 2018

They sell a non DJI branded version of these also at Best Buy. [emoji6]

BossBob · Mar 23, 2018

These things sell for 10 $/£ a pair to go on a 1000 $/£ drone and you’re saving cents/pennies by using knock off parts of unknown quality!

MichiganMavic · Mar 23, 2018

BossBob said:
These things sell for 10 $/£ a pair to go on a 1000 $/£ drone and you’re saving cents/pennies by using knock off parts of unknown quality!

I wouldn’t use anything that hasn’t been tested out by the masses. Just because it’s not Oem, doesn’t mean it’s not good. There are a lot of non oem parts on my $60k Truck [emoji6]

ksmusa · Mar 23, 2018

Thank you for sharing. Please keep us posted when you to try these props on your drone.

Regards

Huge Bama Fan · Mar 23, 2018

I bought the DJI brand and love them. They are definitely quieter and I haven't really noticed a difference in performance.

Wayno1 · Mar 23, 2018

I didn't notice any difference in noise to be honest, using the genuine DJI low noise props on my Mavic pro

mmoguls · Mar 23, 2018

I have used both extensively. The new quiet props as come stock on the Platinum have a different tone quality and are perceived as being much quieter. I find that when flying in the neighborhood, the standard propeller causes all the dogs in the neighborhood to begin barking. Changing to the quiet props eliminates all but the most annoying dog. But once you get over about a hundred fifty feet you can't hear either one... So I guess if you really want to fly quietly fly high!

Palliz · Mar 25, 2018

Honestly not sure there is much difference in noise - I purchased the yellow tip ones just because they look 'cool' & wanted less noise. They are very flexible wider & turned up at the ends. But yeah I do agree with mmoguls the dogs don't seem to mind the new props as much so that might be your best indication.

projockey · Mar 25, 2018

Prop talk [emoji4]
I've been throwing the idea around to start a log on rotor blades. In my mind, keeping a time log and cycle log updated, may lead to a better understanding of WHEN rotors start being dangerously close to the failure point.
We all wonder how long they will last or when they should be replaced for safety reasons.
I have come up with my own criteria to log wear and tear in an attempt to come up with a standard for safety reasons.
I will take time when I get it to post a thread on that so you hopefully may also benefit from the safety margins that could result from keeping logs like it.
I believe that our "toys" need careful and close scrutiny go keep them safe and fun.
Just my 2 cents. PJ.

ciscokid · Mar 26, 2018

I did put the DJI low noise props on my MP today and i noticed the noise was lower. The MP also flew perfect.

alivilla47 · Mar 27, 2018

Thanks all I think for £20 it's worth a try! DJI store here I come!

rtr32 · Mar 27, 2018

Word of warning to everyone...using low noise props in windy conditions I beleive caused the props to scrape top of MP. see photo. I'm planning to use only stock props if there is wind.

ifly2high · Mar 27, 2018

I like the low noise props but also only use them when wind is low.

ciscokid · Mar 27, 2018

you know that is a very good idea. i am going to save the good low noise props when i am doing
a job and fly with the standard props all the other times. when i am video recording a wedding
i want to be as quiet as possible, so on jobs like that i will use the props that are a little more quiet.
i did down load a sound meter on to my ipad and tested the sound with both props and there
was about a 4 to 5 decibel difference.