How to Build a Micro Long Range FPV Drone - Transformer Mini

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  • Ever want to just cruise around and explore? If so, this is the build for you!
    Written guide: rotorbuilds.co...
    =========== Part List ===========
    Frame: bit.ly/32GUY3b
    Flight Controller: bit.ly/2ZO1Uth
    Motors: bit.ly/3caImEg
    Propellers: bit.ly/35XUrfl
    Camera & VTX: bit.ly/3mye9DW or bit.ly/3muOWdJ
    Receiver: bit.ly/32JMOal
    Battery: bit.ly/3jA6tP6
    GPS Mount: bit.ly/35JWzHb
    Hardware: bit.ly/2REEPEM
    GPS: bit.ly/3hGYuhY
    Battery pad: bit.ly/2FGGBmH
    =========== Gear ===========
    Radio: bit.ly/2Hbzp2j
    Goggles: bit.ly/3hzbPsQ
    Electric Screwdriver: bit.ly/2FK3uT7
    =========== Software ===========
    ReelSteady Go: bit.ly/31R5ZyH
    Betaflight: github.com/bet...
    FPV builds, photos and part lists:
    rotorbuilds.com
    TikTok: / rotorbuilds
    Instagram: / rotorbuilds
    Facebook: / rotorbuilds
    Some links in this description are affiliate links and purchasing these products will help support this channel as well as Rotorbuilds.com

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  • @dimmer4955
    @dimmer4955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    The links are dead

  • @hzlin6655
    @hzlin6655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    this should be a golden standard for a build tutorial. straight forward to what we need to know

    • @barryfredrick2731
      @barryfredrick2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And honest! 🤣 I was cracking up when he said he put the cam upside-down!
      I would have been too embarrassed but no, this dude is legit.

  • @haganlife
    @haganlife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Gold standard for drone tutorials. Thank you.

    • @troyerhoades4909
      @troyerhoades4909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yo mama gold standard

    • @haganlife
      @haganlife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@troyerhoades4909 Indeed she is, basement king.

  • @kwadkrazy6078
    @kwadkrazy6078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I don't even fly FPV anymore, but this video was just so well-put together that I watched the entire thing. Very clean!

    • @Hi-oq8tx
      @Hi-oq8tx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why you don't

  • @boldvoltage639
    @boldvoltage639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love those flat wide tweezers for holding wires as you solder, I lost mine and forgot how great they are... off to order some right after this video

  • @doc777ga
    @doc777ga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Under rated channel ! Amazing, clear and to the point tutorials ! Thank you !

  • @AerialJohnny
    @AerialJohnny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I honestly love the way these builds are done. I'm going to follow the QAV 2.5 build when my quad parts arrive.

  • @vrj0
    @vrj0 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man just amazing! Your explanation is so clear and everything is inside in a short time. Best channel man

  • @markus-ermert
    @markus-ermert 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Explained really well and only as long as needed.

  • @buddybarker1044
    @buddybarker1044 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! That flight footage was amazing! I want to fly like that!

  • @j.c.m5168
    @j.c.m5168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just received all my parts to build this quad, man. Awesome work. I went with the BetaFPV F4 35A instead though.

    • @Dronythinggoes
      @Dronythinggoes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where can i buy all the build parts needed?

    • @j.c.m5168
      @j.c.m5168 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Dronythinggoes AirbladeUAV sells the stuff. But getting the frame seems challenging now.

  • @nitronut1723
    @nitronut1723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fantastic video tutorial. I just started flying DJI HD and I found video educational and very interesting

  • @diegocarral9106
    @diegocarral9106 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hello thank you so much for the vid supper helpful, i just had one issue with the links that don't work either way thank you

  • @paulr3556
    @paulr3556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff, keep us updated on the homemade battery builds Cheers

  • @simoneatough6391
    @simoneatough6391 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice work, I've built one similar in the Dave_C frame, but 3600kv motors. looking forward to your li-ion build guide
    Edit: i didnt know it was you who developed rotorbuilds, great work mate.

    • @AerialJohnny
      @AerialJohnny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was shocked when I heard that as well!

  • @R.B_B
    @R.B_B 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice! That's a quad that I will build but with Walksnail.

  • @arborsamurai
    @arborsamurai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Thank you soo much for this amazingly detailed info! 🙏

  • @bloodywolfphjeff9204
    @bloodywolfphjeff9204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woohh very nice fpv mini drone...

  • @R.B_B
    @R.B_B 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Will be good videos about the tune of these builds.

  • @mosesm.3431
    @mosesm.3431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    NOW...this...is what I call a tutorial!

  • @TwentyThrill
    @TwentyThrill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a clean build! 😍

  • @emanuel2cool1
    @emanuel2cool1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How awesome. Thanks for the info.

  • @Gtx3R
    @Gtx3R 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the content! Swift and detailed. Please make more!

  • @VidarrKerr
    @VidarrKerr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is really cool. I just have one question, why don't you use thinner gauge wire?

  • @vanair
    @vanair 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect Build! You can save 11g with a nacked Vista.

  • @radtheinspiration
    @radtheinspiration 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic video

  • @mosti1987
    @mosti1987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this great video. When it comes to mounting your capacitor, it needs to be as close as possible to the board. Having it near the battery end makes it pretty much useless.

  • @baggszilla
    @baggszilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love it man!

  • @troylee4171
    @troylee4171 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice and clean build video!

  • @theinkmen6177
    @theinkmen6177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dream drone

  • @flipfpv
    @flipfpv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build! Thanks for the info 😁

  • @chrisnoren777
    @chrisnoren777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I subscribed.

  • @angelovideo71
    @angelovideo71 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very clear build! Subbed 😉

  • @MrZeek101
    @MrZeek101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great little unit I think I am going this route great video take care

  • @rickflare6893
    @rickflare6893 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg I love rotor builds ! New sub for sure and can’t wait to see the spot welding ion vid.

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure if you caught it but I posted the spot welding video the other day.

  • @vancebiro7378
    @vancebiro7378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    your zip tie to cloth wrap then remove ties is brilliant hit the subscribe because you blew my mind lol

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Works great!

  • @paytonfredricknelson
    @paytonfredricknelson ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @mustaphasalimadam5049
    @mustaphasalimadam5049 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing build I like it

  • @monajafi5020
    @monajafi5020 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you, this is awesome.

  • @bounzig
    @bounzig 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question: I would like to have at least 10km range with fpv goggles. What is the cheapest solution? Goal is to inspect my land without using my car. Could I use BetaFPV VR02 and boost the signal for longer range? Image quality isnt a priority right now, I just want to get started with something long range.

    • @xelerator2398
      @xelerator2398 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bottleneck is battery time , hardly 15 mins , there is some kits allows to 22km (max 30) at 150-180ms but there is no battery invented for it , even large battarys has small range due its weight

  • @RGMGFitness
    @RGMGFitness 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice build!

  • @yaaminahmed9727
    @yaaminahmed9727 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing build 👍

  • @jmillerfpv
    @jmillerfpv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video!

  • @saihtet1815
    @saihtet1815 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video it's perfect !

  • @bwasfpv
    @bwasfpv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome bro..i want to build one for sure

  • @nickschuster7618
    @nickschuster7618 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any chance of you retesting this after printing the frame and components with PLA Aero filament? BE very interested in the results.

  • @rhein-sondler
    @rhein-sondler 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, thank you very much for the awesome assembly instructions. Where can I buy the frame? Your link doesn't work anymore. Greetings Ronny

  • @강주명-l3z
    @강주명-l3z 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are DAMN GOOD AT SOLDERING :)

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's the magic of editing! I cut out all the parts where I messed up ;)

    • @강주명-l3z
      @강주명-l3z 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whiffles It would be better then my one even you didn't edited HAHA :)

  • @barnstormrcsessions2951
    @barnstormrcsessions2951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice ! Thank's for sharing 👍👍new subscriber 🤙

  • @davidallen6918
    @davidallen6918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome concept bro! Gonna be building something very similar very soon I think 😀

    • @parshvapatel8484
      @parshvapatel8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Allen would you plz convert it into analog

    • @davidallen6918
      @davidallen6918 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@parshvapatel8484 Nah 😀

    • @parshvapatel8484
      @parshvapatel8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Allen you are planning it digital

    • @davidallen6918
      @davidallen6918 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@parshvapatel8484 built this in digital with a Dave C variant months ago 😜

    • @parshvapatel8484
      @parshvapatel8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Allen with cross fire nano if it is give me the U.K. Link plz wanna purchase it

  • @quitsmile5096
    @quitsmile5096 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is maximum range in kilometers in this setup?

  • @jareeq
    @jareeq ปีที่แล้ว

    2 years later and you can easily double cost of it :-)

  • @niji19
    @niji19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey. I really like your videos. They are very well made and i appreciate the diversity of you drones. I have a question about the gogles. Does the gogle from you budget gogle video also work with this kind of drone? Or does only the dji gogle work?

  • @marcogonzalez9890
    @marcogonzalez9890 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content!

  • @k1ortia
    @k1ortia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    With the gummies on the Fc or any other stack. Put some dental floss around the middle of each one, feed the floss through the Hole on the Fc, give it a gentle pull...Bingo. Thank me later

  • @npa4863
    @npa4863 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    would this build be suitable for someone super new to the hobby? or do you have a another recommendation?

  • @cgmiller82
    @cgmiller82 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The drone footage was quite poor. Is that a limitation of the Insta360? or a low bitrate in post? (I'm not bashing your video, it's an honest question)

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was a naked Hero6 and I think it was mainly just poor low-light performance. I tried my best to color grade but the footage was just too dark.

  • @aaryanx1809
    @aaryanx1809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome. How max distance did this model went?

  • @nathanhunter9891
    @nathanhunter9891 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ever have issues with your cloth tape coming undone? That looks super clean. Thanks for the vid!

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hasn't come off yet, but it does get a little dirty over time.

    • @carlosfuhrer
      @carlosfuhrer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello whiffles just one question, would you think this build will be enough for mountain surfing and long range? Or would you say that o should stick with a 7 inch?

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carlosfuhrer It depends on what you want to carry. This won't carry a full size GoPro very well, but it handles a naked GoPro just fine.

    • @carlosfuhrer
      @carlosfuhrer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whiffles thanks

  • @manuelhuber7294
    @manuelhuber7294 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the technical alternative if I don't want to use the DJI system?

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll want to use a traditional analog FPV system. Lots of them on the market.

  • @carlosfuhrer
    @carlosfuhrer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Niceee build

  • @McSlappin1
    @McSlappin1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey you said you could skip the reciever step if you're using the dji fpv controller. what did you mean by that? I'm going to basically create this exact micro long range build just with a dji air unit. do I use a different reciever?

  • @obtusemage2262
    @obtusemage2262 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What would be the estimated price for this drone. Beginner here want to build my first mini drone. Some of the product links do not work. Excellent video! Love the content. 🙏🏻🤘🏻

  • @GearZenChannel
    @GearZenChannel ปีที่แล้ว

    I got interested in this build but it seems airblade is defunct.

  • @realthing00
    @realthing00 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can even fly longer if we replace this with dji o3 air unit .

  • @minpros3049
    @minpros3049 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anyone have a rough idea of total cost for this build? Suggestions on radio?

  • @barryfredrick2731
    @barryfredrick2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make it look so easy...
    *Which it's NOT!* 😭

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just takes practice!

    • @barryfredrick2731
      @barryfredrick2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whiffles
      I know bro, it's just that I'm scared of failure so I don't even try

  • @TAPSSebas
    @TAPSSebas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    can this do stuff like flips and barrel rolls

  • @peeweeg123
    @peeweeg123 ปีที่แล้ว

    4 inch frame with 2.5mm base plate
    beta fpv toothpick f4 20 amp all in one flight controller with xd 80 and capacitor
    Airblade superman 1404 4850kv brushless motor
    cadx vista / Nebula camera
    Tbs m8 gps TPPU holder 3d print for GPS
    crossfire nano receiver
    cadx vista antenna

  • @divingfalconfpv4602
    @divingfalconfpv4602 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh nice. Curious to see flight times in the future.. how much time u give up for double the power..

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just put out a video about the Li-Ion batteries and I've got some flight time info in there. Using a 3S Li-Ion battery on these motors I'm getting about 15-20 minutes, but 3850kv will get a bit more.

  • @michaelbibby8636
    @michaelbibby8636 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Having your crossfire antenna right up against the video antenna will effect the radiation pattern (and swr) of your video antenna (and possibly also crossfire antenna).

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it's ideal to use a tall SMA antenna for the Caddx Vista instead.

    • @michaelbibby8636
      @michaelbibby8636 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whiffles It would be handy if TBS, or anyone, made a 1/2 wave, ground-independent, end-fed vertical antenna for 900mhz (I guess it would need a matching circuit to swr it in).

  • @jankyfpv4081
    @jankyfpv4081 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude. can i have this? hahaha. clean build

  • @khemrajdeulkar9803
    @khemrajdeulkar9803 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    👌

  • @jonyvilla23
    @jonyvilla23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to use HD for LR but I can't see the home distance or the home direction, any advice?

  • @duffyp.weberva5612
    @duffyp.weberva5612 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you use this FC and telemetry to control a very large drone? (Multi-KG?) Or would something like a Pixhawk 4 be more suitable?

  • @__dummy__7523
    @__dummy__7523 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subs valuable info

  • @tj1961
    @tj1961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is your preference/recommendation for soldering iron?

  • @silencedsilenced3781
    @silencedsilenced3781 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much is the total building cost ?

  • @aidilshazwan
    @aidilshazwan ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi can i use betafpv radio to control it? Or it need specific model?

  • @quoka3.013
    @quoka3.013 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am thinking about building it but how fast is it

  • @funandstatus2700
    @funandstatus2700 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subhanallah ❤
    I love this

  • @gullivergimeno7586
    @gullivergimeno7586 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much did it cost you to build?

  • @ryanokeefe12
    @ryanokeefe12 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have flush cuts! please flush cut your zip ties hard against the head of the zip tie.
    Also, you don't need to add flux to the pad when you start soldering. Solder has flux in the core. You'll only need to add flux if you're trying to reflow a joint.

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip!

  • @fcass
    @fcass 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thumbs up, but why should people build this instead of just buying a Flywoo Explorer LR? Ok Nebula, a smidge lighter, what other differences, price? Range? Power?
    Thanks for answering my question.
    Nice Velocidrone sfx at the beginning....

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's really a matter of whether or not you want to build. I think these parts are more readily available than the Flywoo at the moment, so I guess you could be flying quicker if you build. I'd recommend the full Caddx Vista for this as I'm not entirely impressed with the Nebula camera. The weight savings is negligible. In terms of price, range and power they're both very comparable. This is a slightly lighter rig due to the frame and the use of a toothpick AIO. You also have a variety of HD camera mounts to print.

  • @martinbremer4068
    @martinbremer4068 ปีที่แล้ว

    The product links seem to not work!!

  • @himonishtabhane2312
    @himonishtabhane2312 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can we use insta 360 go

  • @babu.s6164
    @babu.s6164 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you please tell me much it cost the whole in dollars

  • @wiwibaguette6683
    @wiwibaguette6683 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Come back my bro

  • @daich
    @daich 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome build. that's a cool spot to fly. any reason why using crossfire instead of the dji controller? (besides not having a controller?) You'd save some weight the rx and extra antenna/mounting bits

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just prefer the Tango 2 form factor and the peace of mind of flying with Crossfire. Plus, this whole kit fits into one Lowepro QuadGuard Transmitter case.

    • @daich
      @daich 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@whiffles ah, good point. portability/transportation is quite significant for me being in the city

  • @SandyClamberg
    @SandyClamberg 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long range is it?

  • @larssmith2170
    @larssmith2170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is a capacitor always necessary for the Vista build? My 4 inch project is pretty short on space and I thought Barwell once commented that it wasn't that important on the DJI system.

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can always make it part of the battery lead like this one.

  • @junsal4
    @junsal4 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you buy those cloth tape?

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Home Depot

  • @Kahweekah2o2f
    @Kahweekah2o2f 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve got the betafpv starter micro drone kit. Any way to upgrade the goggles range and feed

  • @MarkGrob
    @MarkGrob 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats the prop in the video? Its triblade not two tip prop?

  • @Jerry1212ish
    @Jerry1212ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome build! So im trying to build the same setup, but Im using 20a HAKRC Aio. Do you have a certain pid tune you use? Mine shakes so bad when I use throttle I can barely fly, thanks!

    • @whiffles
      @whiffles  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What battery are you flying? 4S, 3S and 2S all need different tunes.

  • @damyandimitrov611
    @damyandimitrov611 ปีที่แล้ว

    Parts links aren't working anymore

  • @raganhayes4924
    @raganhayes4924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the total average cost to build one of these?

  • @vrj0
    @vrj0 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What’s the frame?

  • @Uteshev1
    @Uteshev1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    подскажите как можно подключить на прямую такой дрон как Darwin fpv используя пульт FlySky i6s? и как подключается FPV камера?

  • @Charlvdwalt073
    @Charlvdwalt073 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😁