First Quadcopter Drone Build - HELP!

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Rumors

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Hello guys, over the past few months I've been into the drone world. I've always liked this kind of stuff but since I entered college and started to get deeper in certain science subjects I've decided to learn about motors, rc systems, etc in order to make my first of many projects.

Since this is my first project I want to build something cheap with some quality too. I've been reading this robotshop tutorial ( http://www.robotshop.com/blog/en/robots/gorobotics/tutorials/how-to-make-a-drone-uav ) and I will buy the electronics following that order, but I have a dilemma about the conectors thing...
Starting with the motors I decided I will get these:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=27303
ESC's: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__58262__Flycolor_15_Amp_Multi_rotor_ESC_2_4S_with_BEC.html

Now here's the thing. Is there anyway I can know if those motors are compatible with the ESC? And by the way, how will I know what pdb to buy with those ESC's?

Thanks
 
Welcome Rumor's! I'm guessing the size drone you are building as 350mm to 450mm? I think these motors would do better for you. A bit more efficient;
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/...3_980Kv_14_Pole_Multi_Rotor_Outrunner_V2.html
More prop choices as well.
Even if you choose to stay with your initial motor the ESC bumps right against the max amp draw. 20 amp would be better and run cooler;
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__58263__Flycolor_20_Amp_Multi_rotor_ESC_2_4S_with_BEC.html

Virtually any Power Dist. Board or Power Dist. Harness will handle the amperage. Get one that suits your build configuration the best. I prefer to make my own harness so I can keep the wires short and neat. No rats nest. 3.5mm bullets are the connectors of choice for ESC's and motors and XT60's for the battery.
Don't be shy about asking questions. Most important.......Have fun!!
 
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