Can this be used to get an accurate RPM for an aircraft propeller?
1571049
We use it on A/C fan blades with no problem. Should work on a propeller, just remember to install the silver tape provided with it on one of the blades for an accurate reading.
1758865
I am not sure. Check your owners manual for specs and see if this propeller shows same specs, if so should work.
2056381
Yes. I used a variable voltage dc power supply to change the rpms up or down. Runs fine from 3-12volt input.
467863
Possibly, though personally I would go with one of their cheaper MM200 or MM100 meters. They're smaller, cheaper (if damaged by grease, dropping, smashing in an engine). You probably don't need things like a cap tester, frequency and duty cycle measurement, etc. that this has for motors.
2233167
Scott. This unit is designed to work with 12 volt systems even though the Volt scale will allow 6 volt readings. Use on a 6 volt system may not provide accurate results for Dwell and RPM.
2235997
I doubt that it is "accurate" in terms of being calibrated to any significant extent. I just line the up the disk to where I want it and it is very close to my floor pumps reading. I just use it to finish my ride if I get a flat. If I'm within 10 psi I'm happy enough to get home.
438578
Yes. I just tried moving the meter back and forth across some reflective tape about 3" away and it gave me readings in the 40 to 60 rpm range which was about right.
763122
Yes you can...bind it as a plane and thats it. No need to mess with any pitch or throttle curves. Enjoy!
1751752
On a real plane, if you can safely see the drive shaft anywhere, that is the place to work. Either front or rear of engine. It will easily handle the RPM.
1741160
It measures voltage and pulses/rpms on everything. I've tried it on 2 stroke snowmobile motors, 4 stroke tractor motors, car engines ect...it works on everything. I bought mine a few years ago and it still works just fine. I've been very happy with it...it does what it says it does accurately.
2059086
Yes. Get a variable potentiometer, a dial equipped piece of equipment that will vary the voltage so you can slow the motor to whatever speed you want.
480902
The clamp is not that accurate. I think its good for testing starters, alternators, etc. I just don't think it would it would work for trying to see less then an amps worth of difference. I wouldn't bother using it to measure anything less then 10 amps.
1823568
Yes it can. It can be calibrated to the circumference of your wheel. The instructions tell you how. Not very difficult
1027550
Use this motor mount http://www.smallpartscnc.com/o The one that in the kit I rec'd was not good. Fantastic flying airplane on wheels and floats
1155620
Probably not, those discs cannot be used on a tool that has more than 4000 RPM's. Typically Random orbital sanders are 7500 RPM's and up.
339756
Yes! actually its a great tool for measuring if you motor is actually working normally. You can get an RPM reading in seconds...
1180407
Put your question out to multirotorforums.com. They have a DJI phantom section and I am sure you'd get an accurate answer.