E-flite Delta-V 480 User Manual

Delta-V 480 65mm EDF System Instructions

Thank you for purchasing the E-flite Delta-V 480 65mm EDF System (EFLDF480). This electric ducted fan unit
includes the installed BL480 Ducted Fan outrunner motor and is an ideal choice for ducted fan airplanes requiring
65mm diameter fan units. This System is also an ideal 4S upgrade choice for E-flite’s F-15 Eagle DF and F-16 400
DF. The included BL480 Ducted Fan Brushless Motor, 4000Kv (EFLM1550DF) is purpose-built for this De lta-V 480
65mm EDF and together will provide great 4S performance.

Delta-V 480 65mm EDF System Features:

• Includes 65mm Fan Unit with installed BL480 Ducted Fan outrunner motor

• Ideal 4S upgrade option for E-flite’s F-15 Eagle and F-16 DF

• High-performance, efficient design EDF

• Injection molded, fiberglass-filled nylon

• Factory-balanced 65mm 6-blade rotor design

• BL480 DF Motor is ideal for up to 600 input watts

• Designed for 3S-4S Li-Po batteries
BL480 Ducted Fan Motor Specifications

Mounting Diameter: 20mm (.70 in)
Overall Diameter: 28mm (1.10 in)
Case Length: 53.2mm (2.10 in)
Motor Weight: 82g (2.9 oz)
Shaft Diameter: 3mm (.12 in)
Kv: 4000 (rpms per volt)
Io: 4.2A @ 10V (no load current)
Ri: .027 ohms (resistance)
Continuous Current: 35A*
Max Burst Current: 45A*
Cells: 3S-4S Li-Po or 10-14 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd
Brushless ESC: 40A – 60A

Delta-V 480 65mm EDF Unit Specifications

Rotor Diameter: 65mm (2.5 in)
Shroud Outer Diameter: 68mm (2.7 in)
Shroud Length: 42mm (1.65 in)
Weight: 30g (1.05 oz)
Overall Weight: 112g (3.95 oz) (motor and EDF unit)

Performance Data (Measured Using BL480 Motor)

Static Thrust: .9 lbs on 3S (11.1V)

1.8 lbs on 4S (14.8V)
RPM: 39,000 on 3S (11.1V)
49,000 on 4S (14.8V)
Watts: 255 on 3S (11.1V)
590 on 4S (14.8V)
Current: 25A on 3S (11.1V)
43A on 4S (14.8V)

* Maximum Operating Temperature: 220 degrees Fahrenheit
* Adequate cooling is required for all motor operation at maximum current levels.
* Maximum Burst Current duration is 15 seconds. Adequate time between maximum burst intervals is required for
proper cooling and to avoid overheating the motor.

* Maximum Burst Current rating is for full high power and limited motor run flights. Lack of proper throttle
management, especially on 4S operation may result in damage to the motor since excessive use of burst
current may overheat the motor.

Examples of Airplane Setups:

E-flite F-15 Eagle DF ARF (EFL7050)
Comments – Sport performance with increased vertical and power when using 4S . About 3 minutes run time.
Weight w/Battery: 45.2 oz (1281g)
Battery: 4S 14.8V 2600mAh Li-Po, 13AWG eXtreme V2 Series (THP26004SXV)
ESC: 60A Pro SB Brushless (EFLA1060)

Accessories and Spare Parts:

EFLDF4801 Delta-V 480 65mm EDF Unit (no motor)
EFLDF4802 Rotor, 6-Blade
EFLM1550DF BL480 Ducted Fan Brushless Outrunner Motor, 4000Kv
EFLM15501 Replacement Shaft
EFLA1040L 40A Lite Pro SB Brushless ESC
EFLA1040 40A Pro SB Brushless ESC
EFLA1060 60A Pro SB Brushless ESC
EFLA110 Power Meter (measures power output in amps, volts, watts, and capacity)
EFLA241 Bullet Connector Set, Gold, 3.5mm (3)

Battery Choices:

EFLB21003S 3S 11.1V 2100mAh
THP21003SPL2 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V
THP22503SP30 2250mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Pro Powe r

EFLB21004S 4S 14.8V 2100mAh
EFLB32003S 4S 14.8V 3200mAh Li-Po, 13AWG
THP22504SP30 2250mAh 4-Cell 14.8V Pro Powe r
THP26004SPL2 2600mAh 4-Cell 14.8V
THP27004SP30 2700mAh 4-Cell 14.8V Pro Powe r
THP33004SPL2 3300mAh 4-Cell 14.8V
THP33004SP30 3300mAh 4-Cell 14.8V Pro Powe r

There are many Li-Po battery brands on the market offering several choices for consumers. We recommend either
E-flite or Thunder Power batteries and list some possible choices for the BL480 DF Brushless Motor, depending on
the airplane application. Battery technology is constantly changing and manufacturers are improving and updating
older packs with new ones so the list above may generally be substituted for the packs they replaced.

Operating Instructions:

1. This brushless motor requires the use of a sensorless brushless speed control. Failure to use the correct
speed control may result in damage to the motor and/or speed control. Please be sure the timing is set
properly on your controller. This is a 6-pole motor.

2. The BL480 motor requires the PWM Switching Frequency to be set at 16 kHz. If the PWM Switching
Frequency in the speed control is not set to 16 kHz, the BL480 will not run properly on 4S batteries. The
default Switching Frequency setting in both the EFLA1040 40A Pro ESC and the EFLA1060 60A Pro ESC
(required for 4S power) is 8 kHz. This setting can be changed in Programming Menu 6 of either controller.
Without making this change the motor will fail to operate on 4S; while advancing the throttle, the motor will
turn off and spool down inconsistently and without warning.

3. When mounting the motor, be sure the correct length of screws (6mm) are used.

4. You may connect the three motor wires directly to the controller with solder or use connectors such as gold
plated brushless bullet connectors (EFLA241), which will also need to be soldered properly to your wires. The
three motor wires can be connected in any order to the three output wires or output port on a sensorless
brushless speed control. Be sure to use heat shrink tubing to properly insulate the wires so the wires will not
short. Shorting may damage the motor and speed control.

5. If you add connectors and or you no longer wish to use them, never cut the motor wires. Remove them b y
properly de-soldering them. Shortening the motor wires is considered an improper modificatio n of the motor
and may cause the motor to fail.

6. When you connect the motor to the esc, check the rotation direction of the motor. If you find the rotation is
reversed, switching any two motor wires will reverse the direction so the motor rotates properly.

7. Proper cooling of the motor is very important during operation. New technology has brou ght much higher
capacity batteries with higher discharge rates, which can cause extreme motor temperatures during operation.
It is the responsibility of the user to monitor the temperature and prevent overheating. Overheating of the
motor is not covered under any warranty.

8. You can install the rotor/propeller on the motor shaft after you have confirmed proper rotation direction. Also
consult the instruction included with your sensorless electronic speed control for proper adjustments and
timing.

9. Once the battery is connected to the motor, please use extreme caution. Stay clear of the propeller/ducted
fan rotor during operation. Spinning propellers/rotors are very dangerous as the motors produce high amounts
of torque.

10. Never disassemble the motor. This will void any warranty.

EDF Safety Precautions:
This EDF unit contains a rotating part so use extreme caution. Never operated the EDF with loose cloth ing that

can get caught in the rotor, and never operate the EDF while holding it in your hands. Please read the warning
information included with your motor for safety information related to the operation of motors with propellers. Failure to
comply with these warnings and/or improper use of propellers and EDF units may result in serious injury.

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