Cube FPV

This is the setup I’m currently using for my daily flyer for 3.5 inch freestyle. The perfect motor prop combo for freestyle with or without the weight of a Runcam Thumb Pro. Not a poor man’s frame by any means but really well balanced in flight.

FPV Frame JeNo 3.5 M3 V1.1

This is my CubeFPV version of this open source FPV frame supplied with battery pad and all TPU parts shown. It also features a good range of FC and VTX mount options.
Features

  • 03 Compatible (Not 04)
  •  2 Stack Positions in Frame
  • Runcam Thumb Pro Mount Available
  • Squished X Frame Geometry
Flight Controller Stack Flywoo GOKU F722 PRO Mini V2 40A BLS 20X20 01
Flight Controller Stack Flywoo GOKU F722 PRO Mini V2 40A BLS 20X20

A 20×20 stack is a good option for this frame. It keeps the USB port clear stand-offs. Check your FC stack height as the internal frame clearance is 20mm. When using a stack, the receiver can be mounted in the area behind the camera.

Flight Controller AIO SpeedyBee F405 40A Bluejay 25.5x25.5 3-6S-01
Flight Controller AIO SpeedyBee F405 40A Bluejay 25.5×25.5 3-6S

If using an AIO you can mount it the standard way in a diamond pattern or square on to keep the USB port clear of the standoff. Because of this a FC with bluetooth is a good choice.

Motor TMotor Pacer 1604 3800KV 01
Motor TMotor Pacer 1604 3800KV

A 1604 size motor between 3800 to 4000Kv is perfect on 4S for agressive freestyle. 1504 and 1804 motors around the same KV will also work well.

3.5 Inch Props HQ 3.5x2x3 3520 3 Blade Grey 01
Motor TMotor Pacer 1604 3800KV

A lower pitch prop around 20 to 25 is best for this weight class and lower pitch will reduce propwash by keeping the tip speed higher.

Analog VTX Rush Tank Mini Ultimate 800mw 01
Analog VTX Rush Tank Mini Ultimate 800mw

For analog you’ll looking at a 20x20mm mount VTX. 800mw and above will give good penetration for freestyle. 

Antenna Foxeer Lollipop 4 Plus Omni RHCP MMCX Right Angle 01A
Antenna Foxeer Lollipop 4 Plus Omni RHCP MMCX Right Angle

RHCP is most common for analog but check your goggles antennas to make sure

Camera RunCam Phoenix 2 Special Edition 01
Camera RunCam Phoenix 2 Special Edition

For a 19mm camera, the Runcam Phoenix is the best on the market for image quality.

DJI / Caddx VTX Options

VTX Image Caddx Vista Link Set
Caddx / Runcam Link

20 x 20mm Mount
2S – 6S

VTX Image DJI 03 Set
DJI 03 System

25.5 x 25.5mm Mount
2S – 6S

Walksnail Avatar VTX Options

VTX Image Walksnail Avatar HD Pro Kit
Walksnail Avatar HD Pro Kit

20 x 20mm Mount
25.5 x 25.5mm Mount
2S – 6S / 19mm Cam

VTX Image Walksnail Avatar HD Kit V2
Walksnail Avatar HD Kit V2

20 x 20mm Mount
25.5 x 25.5mm Mount
2S – 6S / 19mm Cam

HD Zero VTX Options

VTX Image HDZero Whoop VTX
HD Zero Whoop VTX

25.5 x 25.5mm Mount
2S – 6S

VTX Image HDZero Race V2 VTX
HD Zero Race 2 VTX

20 x 20mm M3 Mount
2S – 4S

VTX Image HDZero Freestyle V2 VTX
HD Zero Freestyle V2 VTX

20 x 20mm Mount
2S – 6S

VTX Image HDZero Micro V2
HD Zero Micro V2 Camera

19mm Mount

HDZero MIPI Cable 80mm 01
HD Zero MIPI Cable 80mm
Antenna Foxeer Lollipop 4 Plus Omni RHCP 86mm UFL 01
Antenna Foxeer Lollipop 4 Plus Omni RHCP 86mm UFL
Blueprint Battery 4S
4S Lipo 750-850mAh
Battery Strap Diatone 01
Battery Strap Diatone
Battery Strap RJX 01
Battery Strap RJX

This frame kit doesn’t come with a battery strap. For a 4S battery you will need a 200mm long battery strap. Above there are 16mm width and 20mm width options. Either one is good. 

Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP2 TCXO 01
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP2 TCXO
Receiver ELRS Radiomaster RP2 2.4ghz Nano Receiver 01
Receiver ELRS Radiomaster RP2 2.4ghz Nano Receiver
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 TCXO 01
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 TCXO
Other Receivers Small
TBS or SBUS RX

I have always flown 3.5 inch freestyle with a ceramic SMD antenna and had no problems. They are easy to mount in this frame in the back or behind the camera. If you prefer a T antenna the options below are good budget receivers. 

Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 TCXO 01
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 TCXO
Receiver ELRS Happymodel 2.4g EP1 RX 01
Receiver ELRS Happymodel 2.4g EP1 RX
Receiver ELRS Radiomaster RP1 2.4ghz Nano Receiver 01
Receiver ELRS Radiomaster RP1 2.4ghz Nano Receiver
Receiver ELRS Happymodel 2.4g EP1 Dual 01
Receiver ELRS Happymodel 2.4g EP1 Dua
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 Dual TCXO 01
Receiver ELRS HappyModel 2.4g EP1 Dual TCXO
Sanki Solder
Solder
Silicone Wire 28AWG
Silicone Wire
Battery Leads and Connectors Small
Battery Leads and Connectors
Component Mount Boards 01
Receiver Mount Board
Stack Spacers Small
Stack Spacers
Arm Tape 20mm x 2 Meter Roll 01
Arm Tape
Nuts and Bolts Small
Nuts and Bolts for FC and VTX Mounting
Spike Absorber Rush Power Filter Board Lite 01
Spike Absorber - If you like to use one