Hexacrafter to release x8 frames.

[Pumpkinguy]

Folks, if you haven't heard of this manufacturer of top quality airframes or have just never considered them because they focused on hex frames only in the past you need to take a second look.
In the last year Andrew has added a 1250mm flat 8 monster and will be shipping both a 850 and 1150mm x8 in the near future.
Andrew is without a doubt the most genuine and honest guy I have met in this business to date. Based out of OHIO he stocks parts for all his frames and always ships fast. It's a big plus if you fly for a living to have quick parts availability.
His frames are rock solid and built like a brick shite house. Under priced in my opinion for what you get and the after sales service he provides is second to none.

https://www.hexacrafter.com/index.php

Disclaimer, I am not paid by Andrew. Lol. Just a happy customer.

 

[Motopreserve]

Very nice guy. Very knowledgable.

Not sure I'd X8crafter has the same ring to it though

 

[Old Man]

Thanks for posting, they have some other good/useful stuff there as well.

 

[SleepyC]

I can't wait. I have been waiting to say something for a while now. Andrew is one of the best designers when it comes to frames. He usually has thought of EVERYTHING!
I will have one.
My HC-800 is my workhouse for my BMPCC, and I will make the X8 my WH for my M5/H6...

 

[Motopreserve]

Wait, I thought you were Phantom 3 only now???

 

[SleepyC]

Wait, I thought you were Phantom 3 only now???

NAHHHHHH just for "non-aerial" gigs where I want to use some aerials...

Some cats still want GH4 - RED, A7... BMPCC......

But after getting the P3 it has crossed my mind. (and I did feel REALLY greasy and sell outie)

 

[Motopreserve]

I was just messing with ya

 

[Pumpkinguy]

Ya. I remember sleepy telling us our big rigs are obsolete. I was like "wtf" 10k wasted. Lol

 

[SleepyC]

Ya. I remember sleepy telling us our big rigs are obsolete. I was like "wtf" 10k wasted. Lol

NOT WASTED.. but the need for them will be diminishing. Look... the PEAK of what you can fly now has a Mini. SO if you can carry an ARRI Mini with a fat lens, what else do you need? The days of the 50b lifters are numbered...

BUT... a Hexacrafter X8... this are right in the pocket. Perfect for the BM cams, the Sony cams, the Panasonic.... And they are a thing of beauty. I'd have one just to eyeball once in a while and make me smile!

 

[Giovanni59]

Andrew is a standup guy, willing to help with all problems, even when not directly related to his products. I am so lucky I went with him for all my frame builds.

 

[SleepyC]

OK guys making some awesome progress on my Hexacrafter X8. This is the 850 version with Avroto 3520's. Perfect rig for the M5/H6 and it will be used for just that! The quality of this airframe is simply un matched. It's simple, strong and elegant. The Carbon is unmatched for quality in any kit I have ever seen... this rig is going to ROCK!

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[Mojave]

Will you adjust the arm at the motor mounts (sand) so all the props are level and in the same plane?

 

[Giovanni59]

He's talking about Kloners fine adjustment, video here:
http://www.hexacrafter.com/content/46-hexacrafter-airframe-tuning

 

[SleepyC]

Will you adjust the arm at the motor mounts (sand) so all the props are level and in the same plane?

Probably fly first and see if it needs it.. I think with an X8 that's less of an issue as it is with a flat hex or onto.

Also, speaking with Andrew, I am going to bump off the mast and mount the puck to a layer of carbon, the whole area is shock mounted and having the mast there could cause some unwanted vibrations. Andrew has thought of it all....

 

[Motopreserve]

You could also shim the motors. McMaster has a pretty reasonable shim stock pack with plenty of sizes and more than you'd need.

 

[SleepyC]

You could also shim the motors. McMaster has a pretty reasonable shim stock pack with plenty of sizes and more than you'd need.

Andrew has shims available. I think in like a week. Specifically designed for his frame.

 

[Motopreserve]

Specific? Like cut to shape or something? That's trick.

I don't mind snipping the shim stock myself - and that way I have a ton of spare thickness etc.

 

[SleepyC]

Specific? Like cut to shape or something? That's trick.

I don't mind snipping the shim stock myself - and that way I have a ton of spare thickness etc.

I think it's made to specific sizes so you can adjust at like .25 deg at a time? I'm sure Andrew can pop on and explain. All I know is he has em, and everything he designs is pretty awesome, so I am thinking the ones he made will , well... be awesome.

 

[Mojave]

Yes I am a 'student' of Kloners' - a shim kit sound awesome. Steve looked at my iOSD II flight data and showed me the motors that were fighting each other. The goal was to get a bit more flight time and work with motors that did not get as hot.

 

[Giovanni59]

actually, I never did do it, I kind of thought it was overkill.
Probably I should reconsider..