Gents,

Trying out a Helijive120 V11 on my F3C Vibe90E rather than the CC. I was wondering if anybody else out there was using this ESC and what mode you were using.

My intention is to try Mode 3: Manual throttle curve for Hover (approx 1650) and then Idle1/2 use Gov mode (2000rpm) for upperair. It supposedly is designed for F3C.

However Mode6 sounds promising as well as it uses a smoother algorithim when at lower rpm (sounds good for hovering) and then the norm Gov for the higher rpms.

I use Mode4 on all my 3D machines and Im very impressed with the Gov.

Anyway gents your thoughts and or what you use.

regards,

Callum

LOGO700
LOGO600sx
TREX 500 FBL

So I'm questing nobody is using this speed controller in their F3C machine. FYI I'm using mode4 and all is good. Seems very smooth at 1650/1700 and 2000 rpm on a 8.4 ratio using the pyro 450kv engine.

LOGO700
LOGO600sx
TREX 500 FBL

I am using the same controller for my eCaliber. Have been in mode 4 and like it. Tried mode 3 but the pitch/throttle need some more time to set up.

In mode 4, my throttle is at 23% but in mode 3, I need to set it way up to 40% to get the same rpm. Don't know why.

Chris,
yes I thought mode3 would be the best to fine tune it but I found it more hassle, and at the end of the day I think the Mode4 governor is so good it just works very well. I can not see any Governor type issues when it is sitting in the hover My Throttle is at 37% for 1675 and 59% for 2000, however I didnt reset the Throttle end points. No need when I am running straight throttle curves and still wanting to use the auto bailout if necessary.

Loving the bec as well at 5.6 volts and I have a JR 1900 4 cell Nicd as a buffer, so the ESC just tops that up while it is flying.

Regards,

Callum.

LOGO700
LOGO600sx
TREX 500 FBL

I too love this esc in the way it works and it is a reliable piece of equipment that well worth the money I paid.

I have been running it in mode 4 but I like the hovering rpm be as low as at 22%. However, I am not sure if this would damage it if I keep on running it like this.

Could you share what you find in mode 6?

1900mAH for a buffer? Don't you think it is a bit overkill? My Jives had zero issue in the air so far hence I don't think a buffer is necessary but I still strap one for insurance.