Thank you for purchasing your Potenza 60 brushless outrunner motor. It has been
designed, developed, and extensively tested to provide the best combination of
power, performance, and user-friendliness in its class.
FEATURES
Equivalent to 60-sized glow motor for 6-12 pound (2.7-5.4kg) aircraft
Ideal for 3D aircraft up to 9-pounds (4.1kg) in weight
Designed for up to 6S LiPo and 1800 watts of power
Powerful, quiet, lightweight operation
Factory-installed 4.0mm bullet connectors
Includes X-mount, bolt-on prop adapter, and mounting hardware
External rotor design -- 7mm prop shaft can be easily reversed for alternative
mounting and applications.
Slotted, 14-pole design
High-quality construction with (4) ball bearings and hardened steel motor shaft
SPECIFICATIONS
REPLACEMENT/OPTIONAL PARTS
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Potenza 60 Brushless Outrunner Motor, 470Kv
FPZM1060A | User Guide
SPECIAL LANGUAGE DEFINITIONS
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to
indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a
possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of
injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the
probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious
injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the
probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury
OR create a high probability of serious injury.
ATTENTION
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features
of the product before operating. Failure to assemble or operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property,
and cause serious or fatal injury.
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to
change at the sole discretion of Flex Innovations, Inc. For up-to-date
product literature, please visit our website at www.exinnovations.com
and click on the support tab for this product.
UNDERSTANDING ELECTRIC MOTORS
In order to get the most out of your motor, it is helpful to understand a few
basic principles about how they run. The most important of these is the
knowledge of Kv. Kv a measurement that states the number of revolutions per
minute that an electric motor will rotate per volt applied (RPM/volt) with NO
load applied to the motor.
For example, a 1000Kv motor that is connected to a 12v power supply will try to
spin 12,000 RPM (1000Kv x 12v) with no load.
When a load, in our case a
propeller, is applied to the motor, it will still try to turn at the same RPM. The
diameter and pitch of a propeller dictate the load imposed on the motor, and
the larger the diameter and/or higher the pitch, the more load that propeller
will impart on the motor. When load increases, so does current; conversely,
when load decreases the current follows. It is highly recommended that a watt
meter be used to determine proper propeller sizing.
Every motor has a maximum current value. There are many factors which
decide this, including motor design and motor cooling. Taking these factors
into consideration, a maximum propeller size for a given setup can be
determined. Use of an oversized propeller will cause the motor to spin at a
much lower RPM than it was designed to, and the motor will draw more current
to run at its design RPM. Not only can current values for the motor be
exceeded, but excess current generates excess heat which can damage internal
components in the motor.
Kv is a constant value, meanining that it will not change as input voltage
changes. If a motor turning a certain-sized propeller on a 4S battery is
connected to a 5S battery with the same propeller, the motor will try to turn
that propeller the the higher RPM. Because this is a higher load than before,
current will increase, therefore, if a higher voltage battery is installed in an
aircraft, the propeller will have to be reduced in diameter and/or pitch to
accomodate the new load factors.
OPERATING THE MOTOR
1. This brushless motor requires a sensorless brushless electronic speed control
(ESC). Failure to use the correct ESC may result in damage to the motor
and/or ESC itself.
2. If applicable, solder the (3) included female bullet connectors to the output
wires of your ESC. Do not allow the input connectors to make contact when
power is applied to the motor. Ensure all input connections are insulated.
3. The (3) motor wires can be connected in any order to the ESC output wires. If
the motor is turning reverse than the direction desired, the connection of
any TWO wires may be reversed.
4. Once the battery is connected to the ESC, remain well clear of the motor and
propeller. The motor shaft of the motor will rotate at very high rpm and can
cause serious injury.
5. Do not apply an input voltage or current that exceeds the maximum
specication for your motor.
6. 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.
7. Do not cut the wires from the motor. The wires are part of the windings and
cannot be reattached by soldering.
8. Allow the motor to cool after each ight. Ensure that your model has
adequate air circulation during operation. Overheating the motor is NOT
covered under any warranty.
9. Never attempt to use a damaged motor
WARNING
This product is not intended for use by children under 14 years without
direct adult supervision.
Continuous Current 75A (with proper cooling)
Max Burst Current 90A (<15 seconds with proper cooling)
Continuous Power 1800 Watts
Input Voltage 22.2v nominal (6S LiPo)
Motor Can Diameter 50.0 mm
Motor Can Length 61.0 mm
Shaft Diameter 7.0 mm (0.28 in)
Weight 427g (15.0 oz)
RPM/Volt (Kv) 470
No-Load Amperage (Io) 2.1A
Resistance (Ri) 0.02 Ω
15x8-17x7 electric
Recommended ESC 80A Brushless
Propeller Range
FPZM1060A3
60 Motor Shaft w/Collar
FPZM1060A2
60 Motor X-Mount w/Screws
FPZM1060A1
60 Motor Bolt-on Prop Adapter
FPZM1060A4 7mm Collet Prop Adapter
Notice: Proper cooling airow is required. The maximum operating
temperature for this motor is 220°F (104°C). Maximum burst current is
rated at 90A and can be sustained for 15 seconds. Decrease the throttle
after ying at or near max burst current to allow the motor to properly
cool and prevent overheating.
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