Prop Balancer for self-locking props?

[JWarren]

Can someone recommend what and where I should purchase? How do you typically balance your props? Thank you,

J.

 

[npalen]

Someone here is selling a rod with threads on the ends for balancing the screw-on props. May have to do a search or someone may be able to point you to it.

 

[kydan]

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2048016

I just ordered and received one from the gentleman. It works great. I just put it on top of a glass and even surface.

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Most use a prop rod and a Dubro balancer. Check the classified section here for rod vendors. The Dubro you can get at your local hobby shop or online.

This thread has all the info you will need including links to sellers and many photos... http://www.phantompilots.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=9085&hilit=prop

 

[Mori55]

This looks like a good deal. http://rcpilotsupply.com/

 

[JWarren]

This looks like a good deal. http://rcpilotsupply.com/

Thanks Mori. Designed by Phantom guys, looks like the way to go, just ordered one. Any recommendations on taking I or adding weight to a side of the prop? I have ZERO jello effect on both my aircraft so they might be in good shape. Guess I'll find out

 

[LuvMyTJ]

I prefer to sand my props to balance them, alternatively some people add little bits of tape. The reason I sand them is I don't see the benefit of adding tape which could possibly come off. Just a tiny, and I mean tiny bit of light sanding will give you the results your looking for.
If you go with the linked unit hang the prop over the edge of a table or counter so it has 360 degree rotation.

 

[Mori55]

I've always use tape , never had it come off. Props seem pretty good from dji. They where so close out of the pack.

 

[damoncooper]

I've always use tape , never had it come off. Props seem pretty good from dji. They where so close out of the pack.

+1 for tape. Balanced several dozen props in less than 30 min. Simple and effective.

 

[jjisnow]

I've heard Nail Polish is a durable and foolproof solution for balancing props. Also, I drew myself a little adapter for the Dubro balancer rod - best made out of Nylon, allows you to put the Phantom 2 self-locking props on it. Let me know if it works for you.
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:405325/#files

 

[Mori55]

Instead of waiting for nail polish to dry , just stick a piece of tape on it.