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High-performance motor and glider version
NOTE:
Slicing works best
with CURA!
www.planeprint.com
the ONLY place where you can get
original Planeprint STL fi les legally!
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PLALW-PLA TPU CARBON
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Required accessoires
Filament
• LW-PLA
• PLA oder better Tough PLA, ~300 grams
• TPU A95, ~10 grams
(cannot be replaced by PLA!), ~800 grams
Materials
• some tapping screws
(search for: M2 flat head tapping screw assortment)
• CA super glue (liquid and liquid medium)
• CA activator
• Carbon tube Ø8mm*1000mm (inside 6mm), 2 pieces
• Carbon rod Ø6*1000mm, 1 piece
• Carbon fiber strips (flat profile) 1*5*1000mm, 6 pieces
• Steel wire Ø0.8*1000mm, 3 pieces
• Rod connection, 6 pieces
• Servo cable and soldering accessories
• MPX Connector, 2 pairs
• Self-adhesive Velcro tape
• Some lead (about 150 grams for the glider version)
Tapping screws 2mm
Rod connection
Tools
Cutter knife, small Philips screwdriver, Sandpaper, Metal saw,
Needle nose pliers, Soldering tool
Carbon fiber strips
MPX Connector
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RC Components
ENGINE DUALSKY XMotor XM2838EG-11 GLIDER 1100 K/V Brushless Motor
or comparable motors.
You can also use any other motor variant!
NOTE The larger the prop the hotter the engine! Always remember that the motor is mounted
directly on PLA and use it only for short climbs. Or use a slightly smaller prop.
FOLDING PROP 11x6 (We recommend a Ø40 mm spinner with cooling function)
Check in the beginning how hot your motor is after the fl ight!
Front mounting
max. 43 mm
The motor can also be
longer, but check whether there is still enough
space for the controller
and battery.
max. 30 mm
BEC-CONTROLLER 50 A (must fi t the engine!)
RECEIVER 7 Channel
BATTERY 3S Lipo, 1000 MaH (The battery should have a weight of 400 to 450 grams)
SERVOS 6 pieces like KST DS215 V3 MG Digital HV or comparable
Dimensions (The optimal distance between screws is 28 mm):
23 mm max. 12 mm
Space for controller and battery
max. 30 mm
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Printing the parts – Printing profiles
This manual is constantly being improved and supplemented, we recommend downloading
the latest version from our website before building.
For slicing all Planeprint
Important for the
models, these profiles have
1-wall-print (P3, P5)!
to be created in Cura:
In order to print airfoils of the lowest possi-
PROFILE P1_Fullbody
PROFILE P2_Hollowbody
PROFILE P3_Surface (Not necessary for this plane)
PROFILE P4_Flex
PROFILE P5_Gyroid
You can find the description at
www.planeprint.com/print
For the new PROFILE P5_Gyroid it is essential to use Cura Version 5 or later, It will work with
older versions, but the weight of the parts will be higher and the printing time longer.
ble weight with high stability, it is necessary to print with only one wall line (Nozzle 0.4
mm). Decisive here is the adhesion between
the layers! To achieve this, you must print at
a much higher temperature than normal. As
a guideline, 230° C is a good starting point.
The parts-cooling fan should be set to 0% or
a maximum of 20%. Since not every printer
works the same, it may be necessary to make
small adjustments to these settings.
PROFILE P5_Gyroid
It is essential for the necessary stability of the LW parts
printed with PROFILE_5 are as stable as possible. Please
use a test part to check the strength by fracture tests. It must
not break along the layer lines under any circumstances! Also
note that the printing temperature for LW-PLA is as low as
possible to obtain a wall thickness of 0.4 to 0.6 mm at a flow
of 60 to 70 % (depending on brand).
Caution: at too high temperatures, LW-PLA becomes brittle
and breaks more easily.
The development of a complex, airworthy RC flight model to express on any standard 3D printer is a very complex and extensive process. Therefore, we appeal to
your fairness not to forward the STL data you have acquired to third parties.
Thank you for your understanding and have fun with your PLANEPRINT MODEL!
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Cowling_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 16 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Brim may be needed here
P1_Fairing Aileron_ae and
P1_Fairing flap_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 3 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Surface Mode: Surface
• prints two of both STL
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Fuselage 1 glider_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 40 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
This part is only needed if you want
to print the glider version.
P1_Fuselage 1 motor_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 30 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
This part is only needed if you want
to print the motor version.
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Fuselage 2_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 24 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P1_Interconnects_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Motor mount 16/19_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
This part is only needed if you want
to print the motor version.
If your engine needs different hole
positions there are alternative STL
P1_MPX connectors_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 5 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Protective wall_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
This part is only needed if you want
to print the motor version.
P1_Protector Fuselage_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 14 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Protector Wing_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 21 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P1_Servo mount ailerons_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 13 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Servo mount flaps_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 14 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P1_V-Tail parts_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 7 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_Wing belt_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 7 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P1_Wing hinges L_ae.stl and
P1_Wing hinges R_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 5 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_Fullbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P1_Fullbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P1_wingconnector_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 29 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
NOTE This part must be absolutely stable,
because it absorbs the forces of the wings.
P1_Clips 1mm wire.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 1 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P2_Hollowbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P2_Hollowbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P2_Fairing mount_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 3 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P2_RC Frame glider_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 45 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Top Layers: 3
• Bottom Layers: 3
This part is only needed if you want
to print the glider version.
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PROFILE P2_Hollowbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P2_Hollowbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P2_RC Frame motor_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 43 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
This part is only needed if you want
to print the motor version.
P2_Servo frame_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 3 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P2_Hollowbody
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P2_Hollowbody.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
PLA or Tough PLA
P2_V-Tail center_ae.stl
MATERIAL PLA, Weight: ~ 15 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Infill Pattern: Gyroid
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PROFILE P4_Flex
The following parts should be sliced with the PROFILE P4_Flex.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
P4_Hinges_ae.stl
MATERIAL TPU A95, Weight: ~ 1 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P4_Wing belt flex_ae.stl
MATERIAL TPU A95, Weight: ~ 4 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Infill Density: 100 %
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_AIL 1 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 1 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
TIP Label the Aileron parts with
adhesive tape so you don‘t mix them up
during assembly.
P5_AIL 2 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 2 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 8 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_AIL 3 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 3 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 4 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_AIL 4 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 4 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 7 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_AIL 5 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 5 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 4 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_AIL 6 L_ae.stl and
P5_AIL 6 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Flap 1 L_ae.stl and
P5_Flap 1 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
TIP Label the Flap parts with
adhesive tape so you don‘t mix them up
during assembly.
P5_Flap 2 L_ae.stl and
P5_Flap 2 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 9 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Flap 3 L_ae.stl and
P5_Flap 3 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_Flap 4 L_ae.stl and
P5_Flap 4 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 9 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Fuselage 3_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 43 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Remove support.
Please be careful with the knife!
P5_Fuselage 4_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 39 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Fuselage 5_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 22 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Due to the properties of LW-PLA, grooves
may appear in the 2-wall print. You can either lower the flow or simply smooth them
out later with sandpaper. But here, stability
comes first.
P5_Fuselage 6_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 19 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Due to the properties of LW-PLA, grooves
may appear in the 2-wall print. You can either lower the flow or simply smooth them
out later with sandpaper. But here, stability
comes first.
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Fuselage 7_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 15 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Due to the properties of LW-PLA, grooves
may appear in the 2-wall print. You can either lower the flow or simply smooth them
out later with sandpaper. But here, stability
comes first.
P5_V-Tail 1 L_ae.stl and
P5_V-Tail 1 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 13 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_V-Tail 2 L_ae.stl and
P5_V-Tail 2 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 7 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_V-Tail 3 L_ae.stl and
P5_V-Tail 3 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Z Seam Position: Back Left
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_V-Tail 4 L_ae.stl and
P5_V-Tail 4 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 4 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Z Seam Position: Back Left
P5_Wing 1 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 1 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 54 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Wing 2 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 2 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 50 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_Wing 3 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 3 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 45 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
P5_Wing 4 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 4 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 37 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
P5_Wing 5 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 5 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 25 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_Gyroid Light-Weight LW-PLA!
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_Gyroid. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
P5_Wing 6 L_ae.stl and
P5_Wing 6 R_ae.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 12 g*
*Weighed (approximate guideline)
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Wall Line Count: 2
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Basic Information:
Gluing the parts printed with PROFILE P5
STEP 1 As a first step, it is important to roughen and smooth the adhesive surfaces with sandpaper.
STEP 2 Insert the interconnects into the slots provided on one side.
STEP 3 Apply a lot of glue to the side with the interconnects. It is important that there is glue everywhere,
especially on the outside and inside of the wall surfaces, in order to achieve a perfect connection.
The interconnects only serve to align the parts to each other. It is better not to apply glue here,
otherwise it can happen that the glue suddenly hardens while the parts are being put together and
stops the process.
Use medium viscosity CA glue, thinner glue would run down the parts too easily.
After assembly, align the two parts exactly and wipe off the excess CA glue from the surface
with a cloth. Now spray with activator spray along the gluing surface and carefully press the parts
together.
STEP 4 Clean the glued areas slightly with a sharp-bladed cutter.
PROFILES 5 parts are easy to repair
STEP 1 Using the knife, carefully remove the damaged part about 3 mm from the glue joint between two parts.
STEP 2 Cut wall and infill and clean the surface with sandpaper. The top surface of the damaged part remains!
STEP 3 The remaining top surface is about 1 mm thick. To compensate for this, you can move the new part to
be printed down the Z axis in Cura by 1 mm.
Glue joint
Broken part
Glue joint
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Fuselage assembly
medium liquid
P1_wingconnector_ae.stl
P5_Fuselage 6_ae.stl
P5_Fuselage 5_ae.stl
P5_Fuselage 4_ae.stl
STEP 1
Carbon fi ber strip 1*5*1000mm
First insert the carbon fi ber strip into the lower gap of the
fuselage and then apply thin CA glue into the gap.
P5_Fuselage 7_ae.stl
Do not apply glue
to these areas
thin liquid
thin liquid
thin liquid
STEP 2
It is important that the carbon fi ber strip is connected over the
entire length with the fuselage by CA glue! Use thin CA glue.
NOTE The wing connector must be
very well glued to the fuselage!
P1_Fuselage 2_ae.stl
thin liquid
P1_Fuselage 3_ae.stl
P1_Interconnects_ae.stl
P1_Protector Fuselage_ae.stl
After gluing the other
two carbon fi ber strips
into the side gaps, the
fuselage is stable.
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Fuselage assembly
– motor version
P2_RC Frame motor_ae.stl
Buildplate side up
P1_Fuselage 1 motor_ae.stl
P1_Fuselage 2_ae.stl
P2_RC Frame motor_ae.stl
172.4 mm
Apply CA glue to both sides of the
RC Frame motor and push it into the
fuselage until it stops.
Fuselage assembly – glider version
P2_RC Frame motor_ae.stl
Buildplate side down
Apply CA glue to both sides of the
RC Frame glider and push it into the
fuselage until it stops.
196 mm
P2_RC Frame glider_ae.stl
P1_Fuselage 2_ae.stl
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V-Tail assembly
medium liquid
P5_V-Tail 2 L_ae.stl
P5_V-Tail 4 L_ae.stl
First assemble the parts V-Tail 1 to 4 with
the help of the interconnects
(
P1_V-Tail parts_ae.stl).
Installation the TPU Hinges
First insert the hinge into the movable fl a p and add
a drop of liquid CA adhesive into the gap. Wait for the glue
to drain completely, then spray the activator on it.
Then put the fl ap in the V-tail until the fl ap touches the spacers
and put a drop of CA glue on the hinge. Wait again for the glue
to run in, and then spray the activator on it.
P1_V-Tail parts_ae.stl
P4_Hinges_ae.stl
P5_V-Tail 1 L_ae.stl
P5_V-Tail 3 L_ae.stl
Do not use too much glue, the elevator must move easily!
The tailplane can be mounted and
dismounted with tapping screws for
transport.
The screws don‘t have to be
unscrewed all the way so you can‘t
lose them.
Carbon fi ber strip 1*5*247mm
Carbon fi ber strip 1*5*95mm
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Wing, Flap and Aileron
medium liquid
Here is the construction plan
of the individual Wing parts.
Before you start, please read
the next page!
Flap
P5_Flap 4 L_ae.stl
The wing protector must be well connected
to the wing. Do not spare with glue here!
P1_Protector Wing_ae.stl
P5_Flap 2 L_ae.stl
P5_Flap 1 L_ae.stl
P5_Wing 1 L_ae.stl
Do not apply glue
to these areas
P1_Servo mount ailerons_ae.stl
Aileron
P5_AIL 4 L_ae.stl
P5_AIL 2 L_ae.stl
P5_AIL 3 L_ae.stl
P5_AIL 1 L_ae.stl
P5_Wing 4 L_ae.stl
P5_Flap 3 L_ae.stl
P5_Wing 3 L_ae.stl
P5_Wing 2 L_ae.stl
Carbon fi ber strip
1*5*1000mm
P1_Servo mount fl aps_ae.stl
thin liquid
P5_AIL 6 L_ae.stl
P5_AIL 5 L_ae.stl
P5_Wing 6 L_ae.stl
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P5_Wing 5 L_ae.stl
Insert the carbon strip
into the gap and apply
thin CA glue along the
entire length.
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Wing assembly
Cut the 6 mm carbon rod into two 500 mm long halves.
Then glue one into each of the two 8 mm carbon wing
tubes. The ends of the tube and rod must be fl ush on the
side in the direction of the fuselage. This makes the center
of the wings stiffer and more stable and allows the tube to
bend more on the outside.
NOTE The wing is suffi ciently stiff when you insert
the carbon tube without it. This has the advantage
that you can use the tube again if the wing
should be broken and you print a new one.
In our AERON from the offi cial video, the
tube is not glued to the wing and it holds
without problems …
Carbon tube Ø8*1000mm
Carbon rod Ø6*500mm
Carbon rod
... but if you want the wing
to be even more stable, you
should glue it to the carbon
tube. To do this, assemble the
parts as shown in the picture
and put the tube through
wing 1. The side where the
rod is located must protrude
from the wing protection
exactly 104 mm! The open
side of the tube points to
the wing tip.
P1_Protector Wing_ae.stl
P5_Wing 1 L_ae.stl
Let the tube protrude exactly 104 mm
and let thin CA glue run to the tube to
get a good connection between Wing 1
and the tube.
104 mm
The wing protector must
be well connected to the
wing. Do not spare with
glue here!
thin liquid
open side
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Then repeat this with the other wing parts.
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Hinges Aileron and Flaps
Flap/Aileron side
These recesses must
point in the direction
of the fuselage!
P1_Wing hinges L_ae.stl
Wing side
Thread the wing hinges (do not mix up
left and right) onto the steel wire exactly
as shown in the picture. Then attach the
fl ap and aileron to the wing and check that
everything fi ts and that the rudders can be
moved. Carefully pull out the steel wire and
remove the aileron and fl ap. Now glue the
hinges individually. It is best to let some
thin CA glue fl ow into the gap so that the
position of the hinges is not changed.
Direction fuselage
Steel wire Ø0.8*1000mm
P1_Wing hinges L_ae.stl
Finally glue the rear part of the wing
protector to the fl ap to secure the steel wire.
P1_Protector Wing_ae.stl
Flap
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Servos Aileron and Flap
Prepare the linkages for aileron and fl aps
from steel wire. It is advantageous to
reinforce the wire with a second piece.
P1_Clips 1mm wire.stl
P1_Servo mount ailerons_ae.stl
Cable duct
5 mm
Carefully cut out the fairings on the underside
with scissors and thread them over the linkage.
Screw the base in place, apply some CA glue to
the base and position it so that the servo and
linkage are unobstructed.
P1_Fairing Aileron_ae.stl
P2_Fairing mount_ae.stl
AERON
When linking the fl ap, note that it must
defl ect only slightly upwards but very
far downwards (butterfl y).
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MPX Connectors
If you want to use MPX Connectors as a quick
connector for the wingservos, you have to
solder the wiring as shown here:
Flap cable
Wing side
P1_MPX connectors_ae.stl
Fuselage side
Flap cable
Aileron cable
Glue the two brackets in the fuselage and wing so
that they are fl ush with the outer edge. Check that
the screwed-in connectors have suffi cient contact
when the wing is mounted.
Secure the solder joints with
a hot glue gun or epoxy resin
Aileron cable
If the plugs are stiff, you can
remove this part with a saw.
AERON
P1_MPX connectors_ae.stl
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Fuselage Servos – glider version
108 mm
121 mm
Servo connection
When mounting the V-tail, simply
insert the pin horns here. No further
securing is required.
Steel wire
Ø0.8*1000mm
Steel wire Ø0.8mm
7 mm
Rod connection
Here the correct
length is set and fi xed.
AERON
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Fuselage Servos – motor version
108 mm
121 mm
Servo connection
When mounting the V-tail, simply
insert the pin horns here. No further
securing is required.
Steel wire
Ø0.8*1000mm
Steel wire Ø0.8mm
7 mm
Mount the servos as shown below
and insert them into the bowden in
the fuselage as shown in the picture
on the right. 2. then screw the servo
frame tight from below.
121 mm
108 mm
AERON
Here the correct
length is set and fi xed.
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Motor mounting
SAFETY FIRST Use appropriate screws for motor
mounting to ensure safe operation! Make sure the prop
runs smoothly and does not generate vibrations. Check
regularly that the motor mounting is absolutely tight!
Screw the motor to
the motor mount with
the original screws
and insert it into the
fuselage from the
inside. Then fi x it with
three sheet metal
screws and check if
everything is tight.
P1_Motor mount 16/19_ae.stl
P1_Protective wall_ae.stl
Cowling lock
NOTE When fl ying, always remember that the motor
is mounted directly on PLA and will get hot during
longer runtime! The AERON is a glider and the motor
should only be used for short climbs.
Steel wire Ø0.8*80mm
P1_Motormount base_wp.stl
P1_Cowling_ae.stl
Insert the wire in the back of the
fuselage, lift the cowling slightly in
the back and insert it in the front of
the fuselage.
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Wing fastening
The wing belts are only inserted into
the fuselage and not glued.
Then tighten the wing with four tapping screws.
P4_Wing belt fl ex_ae.stl
P1_Wing belt_ae.stl
RC Components
Lead
Glider Version
Battery
Controller
Tips for fl ying
While the AERON‘s construction is very stable for a
3D printed model (depending on the quality and fl ow
of your wing parts), keep in mind that you are not
fl ying a full carbon model and do not subject the wing
to too much elevator maneuvering. You can also fl y
the AERON fast, but at a certain speed the effect of
the ailerons begins to weaken, then simply reduce the
speed a little by giving gentle elevator. In this way, it
Receiver
Battery
Receiver
Motor Version
shows you how fast it wants to be fl own at maximum.
The AERON is a powerful thermal and only needs the
motor for short climbs. To prevent overheating of the
motor (always remember that it sits directly on the
PLA motor mount!), use a slightly smaller prop than
recommended by the manufacturer and always give
it time to cool down. Check how hot your motor gets
after the fi rst few fl ights to be sure.
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Technical specifi cations
WINGSPAN 2300 mm/90.5 inches
LENGTH 1300 mm/51 inches
FLIGHT WEIGHT 1680 grams
WING LOAD 30 g/dm
2
Center of Gravity (CG)
The aircraft must balance on these points (88 mm behind the leading edge of the upper wing –
see the markings on the fuselage).
Do not forget to check if the wings are exactly in ballance in the roll axis. If one wing is heavier,
correct this with a small weight on the wingtip.
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Control Direction Test
Turn on the transmitter and connect the battery. When checking
the control directions, look at the aircraft from behind.
ELEVATOR
RUDDER
AILERON
AILERON
with four flaps
(advanced)
FLIGHT PHASES:
NORMAL
SPEED (1 or 2mm up)
30 %
30 %
30 %
30 %
THERMIK (1 or 2mm down)
50 % 50 %
BUTTERFLY 100 %
Motor version: We recommend that you put the engine on a switch and the Butterfly on the gas stick.
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AGE RECOMMENDATION 14+
NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS.
THIS IS NOT A TOY!
The STL data (or data processed from it, such as G codes)
must never be passed on to third parties!
The purchase of the STL does not authorize the production
of models for third parties.
By using the download data, an RC model airplane, called
„model“ for short, can be manufactured using a 3D printer.
As a user of this model, only you are responsible for safe
operation that does not endanger you or others, or that
does not damage the model or property of others.
PLANEPRINT.com assumes no responsibility for damage to
persons and property caused by pressure, transport or use
of the product. Filaments, printing supplies, hardware or
consumables that can not be used after faulty 3D printing
will not be replaced by PLANEPRINT.com in any way.
When operating, always keep a safe distance from your
model in all directions to avoid collisions and injuries.
This model is controlled by a radio signal. Radio signals can
be disturbed from outside without being able to influence
it. Interference can lead to a temporary loss of control.
Always operate your model on open terrains, far from cars,
traffic and people.
Keep all chemicals, small parts and electrical components
out of the reach of children.
Avoid water contact with all components that are not specially
designed and protected. Moisture damages the electronics.
Never take an item of the model or accessory in your mouth
as this can lead to severe injuries or even death.
Never operate your model with low batteries in the transmitter or model.
Always keep the model in view and under control.
Use only fully charged batteries.
Always keep the transmitter switched on when the model
is switched on.
Always remove the battery before disassembling the model.
Keep moving parts clean and dry at all times.
Always allow the parts to cool before touching them.
Always remove the battery after use.
Make sure that the Failsafe is properly set before the flight.
Always follow the instructions and warnings for this product
and any optional accessories (servos, receivers, motors,
propellers, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) carefully.
We develop our models to the best of our knowledge and belief.
We accept no liability for consequential damage and injuries
caused by improper use or incorrectly printed parts. Please be
careful when handling motors, batteries and propellers and
only move your model with insurance and in approved places!
Never operate the model with damaged wiring.
Never touch moving parts.
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