Great Planes RimFire Brushless Outrunner Motor - GPMG4500 - Manual

ElectriFly’s ™ RimFire ™ 22M-1000 brushless motors are designed and produced with high quality, power, precision and efficiency
in mind. Designed to be power upgrades for smaller 3D aerobats and flat-foamies, the “outrunner” design eliminates the need
for an external gear drive for many applications. And, RimFire’s prop-saver design eliminates the need for a prop adapter for
many applications – simply strap the prop onto the motor with a rubber O-ring and that’s it!
INSTRUCTIONS
Input Voltage: 7.2 – 12V DC
kV Rating: 1000 RPM/volt
Max. Constant Current: 11A
Max. Surge Current: 15A
No Load Current: 0.65A
Internal Resistance: 235 milli-ohms
Dimensions: 1.10 x 1.14 in. [28 x 29mm]
Weight: 1.48 oz. [42g]
Recommended Props: 10x3.8, 10x4.7, 11x3.8 for 2-cell Li-Po,
8x3.8, 8x6, 9x3.8 for 3-cell Li-Po
• Great for small high performance airplanes, from flat foams to
built-up 3D’s.
• RimFire’s prop mounting system eliminates the need for a prop
adapter for many applications.
• Outrunner design often eliminates the need for using external
gear drives for many applications.
• Very reliable and virtually maintenance free. No brushes to
wear out. Dual ball-bearings are shielded on both sides to keep
out dirt and debris.
• Exceptionally high power to weight ratio.
• Very durable machined aluminum and iron can.
• Maximum rated efficiency of 77%.
• Extremely strong neodymium “rare earth” magnets for high output
torque, with one of the highest temperature ratings in R/C at
150°C [302°F] which won’t breakdown like lower quality magnets.
• Magnet wires with a maximum 160°C [320°F] temperature rating.
• Gold plated 2mm bullet connectors pre-installed (3 per motor).
• Each motor includes:
• 3 x 5mm, standard thread, round head mounting bolts –
3 each.
• 2.6 x 10mm, standard thread, flat head hex key bolts –
2 each.
• Small #10 rubber O-rings – 6 each.
• Stainless steel output shaft diameter and length: 3 x 12mm.
• Do NOT apply an input voltage that exceeds the maximum
voltage listed in the specifications above.
• Do NOT apply currents to the motor that exceed the maximum
specifications above.
• Do NOT allow the input connectors to accidentally touch each
other while power is applied to the motor. Make sure all input
connections are insulated electrically.
• Do NOT allow water or moisture to enter the motor, as it can
cause permanent damage to the motor and possibly short out
the attached ESC.
• Allow the motor to adequately cool if it becomes hot
during operation.
• The output shaft will rotate at very high RPMs. Do NOT attempt
to touch the shaft while it is rotating. If setting up the
motor/ESC on the workbench, make sure the motor is securely
attached and that nothing is connected to the output shaft
BEFORE applying power.
• Never attempt to use a damaged motor (having mechanical or
electrical defects).
RimFire brushless motors must be controlled with a brushless
electronic speed control. And, RimFire motors are sensorless so
the ESC must be of sensorless design as well. Do NOT attempt
to use RimFire motors with ESCs that are designed for traditional
brushed motors as permanent damage will result!
The BL-8 Brushless ESC from ElectriFly (GPMM2070) is a
perfect match for the RimFire 22M-1000 brushless motor for
small 3D flat-foam airplanes. ESCs with more power may be
better suited when using the RimFire motor in slightly larger
airplanes which require more current/torque. Check your local
hobby retailer for details on different ESC options.
There are two options for mounting the RimFire motor to your
airplane, either in-front or behind the firewall.
The entire motor can be mounted in front of the firewall. This is
the most common method for mounting a motor to a
flat-foam airplane (refer to the airplane’s instruction manual for
details). To mount the motor to the front of the firewall:
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1. Secure the mounting plate to the motor with the three
included 3 x 5mm machine screws.
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2. Use the printed template shown at left to mark the locations
of the mounting holes in the firewall.
MOUNTING THE MOTOR IN FRONT OF THE FIREWALL
COMPATIBLE ESCs
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
SPECIAL FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
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22M-1000 Brushless Motor
MOTOR BEHIND THE
FIREWALL TEMPLATE
MOTOR IN FRONT OF
FIREWALL TEMPLATE