Test flight tomorrow

[Murdoch]

Doing an experiment to see if the new stiffer props of the mini 2 make a difference in speed on the mavic mini. First basement test revealed the sound is the same within 2 decibels. 75-77 for stock props and mini 2 props. I modified some amazon motor caps to make this work. Don’t try screwing these directly onto your mini the thread sizes are different. I will let you all know the results.

 

[RuudF]

Wow, 2 decibels is a significant difference. I do hope your new props are quieter.
Did you account for the left and right rotation direction of the props with your new threads otherwise a prop may come unscrewed during flight?
Good luck on your test flight!

Ruud

 

[Murdoch]

Ok test flight complete. There was no noticeable difference in noise level. A different sound for sure but it still maxed out at 27 mph. However there was an improvement in handling especially during hard stops and turns. I guess from less flex from the stiffer props. So all and all not quite what I expected. I may be willing to put the whole setup on eBay if someone else wanted to play around with them. Let me know if your interested.

 

[Deleted member 103366]

If I may, what is the thread diameter and pitch of the mini 2 screws?

 

[boblui]

The result is fully expected. In no-wind or tail-wind conditions, the max ground speed is controlled by the flight controller, not the thrust produced by the props.

 

[Murdoch]

If I may, what is the thread diameter and pitch of the mini 2 screws?

Mini 2 is a M1.7 x .35

 

[Deleted member 103366]

Thanks. I recollect reading the MMs' are 1.6 x 0.35, you have to wonder at such a change lol

 

[Murdoch]

Thanks. I recollect reading the MMs' are 1.6 x 0.35, you have to wonder at such a change lol

To make it harder for people like me to tinker.