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lcc014 · 10-01-2016, 09:10 PM

Does atom 500 swashplate is compatible with Align 500 ?

Does atom 500 use specific 500 size swashplate leveler or else ?

Thanks

Ah Clem · 10-13-2016, 10:15 PM

I cannot answer the first question.

As for the second, there was a swash levelor included with the Atom for a while (probably right after it was updated to FBL).

I was a thick disk (probably 15mm thick-cannot remember) with a cutout on one side so that you could slide it on the main shaft, under the swashplate.

When the swashplate was resting on it, it was the correct height for zero collective. It made it very easy to set up the head and get the servo linkage the right length.

lcc014 · 10-14-2016, 06:28 AM

Thanks for the information. However, it is difficult to get this leveler now....

Wargamer · 11-07-2016, 08:14 PM

This is a bit old, but in case someone else comes along...

In working on the 5.5 head, I ended up with level swash several mm lower than ideal; this appears to be a known issue with the length of the drive tubes. Rather than having a go at the tubes, I decided to fly it first. For sport and light 3D you would never know - it flies great. At this point it's not worth the effort to cut the tubes down. Maybe if I need to replace them at some point...

aburkhardt · 11-10-2016, 07:47 PM

I use the Soko Heli tool to set up my head. Try using a shorter Delrin tube to get ideal geometry.

I have a swash leveler like this but hardly use it.

I think RD Lohr makes this nifty tool.

Ah Clem · 11-10-2016, 10:02 PM

I have set up a few FBL Atoms.

In all cases, I have ended up shortening the drive tubes by a small amount to get the setup right.

cyclo · 11-11-2016, 08:28 AM

I have two Atoms and from recollection I did not have to cut the delrin tubes... All I remembered needing to do was adjust the length of the ball links by twisting it clockwise or counterclockwise. Maybe the tubes I got were already the perfect length. I do have the Compass swash leveler as displayed in the pic below:

My two Atoms (one stock, one stretched) are currently my workhorses. I almost always have one with me when I head out to fly my helis. Very reliable helis that only need lubing for maintenance from time to time along with inspecting for loose links and screws.

Wargamer · 11-11-2016, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cyclo

I have two Atoms and from recollection I did not have to cut the delrin tubes...

Would be interesting to know the length of your drive tubes. The pic above shows 40 mm, which I assume was after cutting. Mine are 44 mm.

cyclo · 11-11-2016, 02:16 PM

I don't have my caliper on hand right now but using a measuring tape the distance between the center of the ball link and the center of the yoke on the head (center of the brass cylinder) is around 65cm.

aburkhardt · 11-11-2016, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wargamer

Would be interesting to know the length of your drive tubes. The pic above shows 40 mm, which I assume was after cutting. Mine are 44 mm.

Yes, I cut them down to 40 mm.

10-01-2016, 09:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
lcc014 Registered Users Join Date: May 2011	Atom 500 swashplate Question Does atom 500 swashplate is compatible with Align 500 ? Does atom 500 use specific 500 size swashplate leveler or else ? Thanks __________________ Nano CPx, Hirobo Quark 250 SE, Pro Upper Frame, Talon25, KDE, KST215, DS95i, Mini Vbar 450 Pro (6s), KDE, Lynx, Tarot, RJX, YEP40, KST215 & 515, SK540 465 (6s), Align DFC, HW50AV3, KST315 & 8910A+, SK720BE

10-13-2016, 10:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ah Clem Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2006	I cannot answer the first question. As for the second, there was a swash levelor included with the Atom for a while (probably right after it was updated to FBL). I was a thick disk (probably 15mm thick-cannot remember) with a cutout on one side so that you could slide it on the main shaft, under the swashplate. When the swashplate was resting on it, it was the correct height for zero collective. It made it very easy to set up the head and get the servo linkage the right length. __________________ KBDD-Team Captain, JR DFA Team Pilot. Forza 450, Forza 600N, Forza 700, Compass 6HV-U, Warp, 7HV,Knight Pro,Knight 3D, Atom, Odin II, 6HV, 3D Plus, Knight 50, Chronos, Velos, Steam 550 and 600, OMP M2 (and anything else I can get my hands on...).

10-14-2016, 06:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
lcc014 Registered Users Thread Starter Join Date: May 2011	Thanks for the information. However, it is difficult to get this leveler now.... __________________ Nano CPx, Hirobo Quark 250 SE, Pro Upper Frame, Talon25, KDE, KST215, DS95i, Mini Vbar 450 Pro (6s), KDE, Lynx, Tarot, RJX, YEP40, KST215 & 515, SK540 465 (6s), Align DFC, HW50AV3, KST315 & 8910A+, SK720BE

11-07-2016, 08:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
Wargamer Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2016	This is a bit old, but in case someone else comes along... In working on the 5.5 head, I ended up with level swash several mm lower than ideal; this appears to be a known issue with the length of the drive tubes. Rather than having a go at the tubes, I decided to fly it first. For sport and light 3D you would never know - it flies great. At this point it's not worth the effort to cut the tubes down. Maybe if I need to replace them at some point... __________________ Compass Atom 5.5; Oxy 2/3/4 XK K110 K120 Last edited by Wargamer; 11-11-2016 at 12:35 PM..

11-10-2016, 07:47 PM	#5 (permalink)
aburkhardt Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jun 2012	Atom 500 swashplate Question I use the Soko Heli tool to set up my head. Try using a shorter Delrin tube to get ideal geometry. I have a swash leveler like this but hardly use it. I think RD Lohr makes this nifty tool. __________________ This is gonna cost me.

11-10-2016, 10:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
Ah Clem Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2006	I have set up a few FBL Atoms. In all cases, I have ended up shortening the drive tubes by a small amount to get the setup right. __________________ KBDD-Team Captain, JR DFA Team Pilot. Forza 450, Forza 600N, Forza 700, Compass 6HV-U, Warp, 7HV,Knight Pro,Knight 3D, Atom, Odin II, 6HV, 3D Plus, Knight 50, Chronos, Velos, Steam 550 and 600, OMP M2 (and anything else I can get my hands on...).

11-11-2016, 08:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
cyclo Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2012	I have two Atoms and from recollection I did not have to cut the delrin tubes... All I remembered needing to do was adjust the length of the ball links by twisting it clockwise or counterclockwise. Maybe the tubes I got were already the perfect length. I do have the Compass swash leveler as displayed in the pic below: My two Atoms (one stock, one stretched) are currently my workhorses. I almost always have one with me when I head out to fly my helis. Very reliable helis that only need lubing for maintenance from time to time along with inspecting for loose links and screws. __________________ XLP Specter NME \| Oxy 5 550, 5 HF 560, 5 HF 610 \| Compass Chronos, 7HVU, 550U, Atom \| Gaui X3

11-11-2016, 02:16 PM	#9 (permalink)
cyclo Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2012	I don't have my caliper on hand right now but using a measuring tape the distance between the center of the ball link and the center of the yoke on the head (center of the brass cylinder) is around 65cm. __________________ XLP Specter NME \| Oxy 5 550, 5 HF 560, 5 HF 610 \| Compass Chronos, 7HVU, 550U, Atom \| Gaui X3

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