Propellers

This article explains the basics of propellers (props) for quadcopters. We go over the concepts of pitch, shape, difference in the number of blades and how these affect thrust, efficiency and performance.

For a list of popular Mini Quad propellers, check out the mini quad parts list.

Index of Content

  • Propeller Size
  • Effects of Prop Length and Pitch
  • Surface Area
  • Number of blades
  • Direction of Rotation
  • How to Read Propeller Spec
  • Considerations in Choosing Mini Quad Props
  • Thrust and Speed
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