Great Planes CAP 580 Matt Chapman EP FlatOuts ARF - GPMA1112 - Manual (Page 4)

Low Band High Band
(Channels 11-35) (Channels 36-60)
R124F Receiver FUTL0438 FUTL0439
Crystal FUTL62** FUTL63**
**Replace the “**” in the order number for the crystals with
the preferred channel number. For example, if you want to
fly on channel 33, order a low band receiver and crystal
number FUTL6233.
The FlatOut CAP 580 requires a 3-cell (11.1V), 350-700mAh
lithium-polymer (LiPo) battery capable of providing 7A
continuous discharge current. For long flight times and good
performance, we recommend the Electrifly 3-cell,
3-Series
640mAh battery pack (GPMP0805). For minimum weight, at
the expense of some flight time, the ElectriFly 3-cell,
3-Series
350mAh battery pack (GPMP0801) works well. Note: The
ElectriFly 700mAh battery is not recommended for this model
as it is not capable of delivering the current required by this
system. For optimum performance battery weight should not
exceed 2.3 oz. [65g].
An electronic speed control capable of handling a minimum of
7A continuous current is required. Additionally, the speed
control should be as light as possible. The ElectriFly C-10
Micro High-Frequency ESC w/BEC (GPMM2010) is suitable. If
upgrading to the optional brushless motor system
recommended (below), a speed control intended for brushless
motors (a brushless speed control) capable of at least 8A
continuous current such as the ElectriFly BL-8 (GPMM2070)
must be used. NEVER use speed controllers intended for
brushed motors on brushless motors (and vice-versa).
A charger capable of charging 3-cell (11.1V) LiPo batteries
such as the ElectriFly PolyCharge 1-3-cell LiPo charger
(GPMM3010) must be used. If using another charger, it must
be a LiPo charger or have a LiPo charge mode. Never charge
LiPo batteries with chargers not intended for LiPo batters or
chargers on NiMH or NiCd settings. Overcharging or explosion
may result. In addition to the PolyCharge, the ElectriFly Triton
™
(GPMM3150) or Accu-Cycle Elite ™ (HCAP0280) are also
suitable chargers.
Many chargers (including the Triton and Accu-Cycle Elite) do
not include charging leads, but rather have banana jacks to
plug the leads into. If this is the case with your charger, you will
need to purchase a charge lead to match your battery. For the
recommended 350 mAh pack, the correct lead is GPMM3105.
Rest assured, the FlatOut CAP 580 is capable of 3-D flight with
the included ElectriFly “stick-mount” motor and gearbox
combination. But for pilots who always insist on upgrading and
don’t mind spending a little extra money, the ElectriFly Rimfire
22M-1000 brushless motor (GPMG4500) will provide
increased power and flight time while simultaneously reducing
weight. Don’t forget, if upgrading to a brushless motor, a
“brushless” speed controller such as the ElectriFly BL-8 8-Amp
ESC (GPMM2070) must be used. This kit also includes the
firewall and instructions for mounting a brushless motor.
A 10 x 3.8 propeller is included in this kit, and this propeller
offers the best performance with the included motor system.
If you are upgrading to the RimFire brushless motor, a 9 x 3.8
propeller is recommended.
Though there may be a few different types of adhesives that
the FlatOut CAP could be assembled with, we have had the
best success with, and exclusively recommend foam-safe CA.
1 oz. Great Planes Foam Safe CA Medium (GPMR6069)
2 oz. Great Planes Foam Safe CA Medium (GPMR6070)
1 oz. Great Planes Foam Safe CA Thick (GPMR6072)
2 oz. Great Planes Foam Safe CA Thick (GPMR6073)
Regular CA is not recommended as it will aggressively attack
the foam used in this model. In addition to being foam-
compatible, foam-safe CA is also suitable for gluing together all
of the rest of the materials (balsa, carbon) included in this kit.
No other adhesive is required to build the FlatOut CAP 580.
In addition to common household tools and hobby tools, this
is the “short list” of the most important items required to build
the FlatOut CAP 580.
❏
Great Planes Aerosol Activator (GPMR6034)
❏
Hobbico ® CA Applicator tips (HCAR3780)
❏
Hobby knife with #11 blade (HCAR0100)
❏
#11 blades (HCAR0211)
❏
Metric ruler (for identifying tubes and rods)
❏
5.5" Easy Touch ™ sanding block (GPMR6169) with 220-grit
sandpaper (GPMR6185)
❏
2.5mm or 3/32" drill bit
❏
1.5mm drill bit or 1/16" drill bit
❏
Double-sided foam tape (GPMQ4400)
❏
Clear tape
❏
Great Planes Plan Protector (GPMR6167)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
Glue
Propeller Selection
Optional: Brushless Motor Upgrade
Battery Charging Leads
Charger
Speed Control
Battery
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