Tri Blades for the Mavic Pro? Carbon Fiber Props, Are they Faster than DJI props?

[@measyxrs]

I’m pretty sure DJI has tried every variation of prop design to optimize flight performance for their products.

[@abellau4105]

I see these on Amazon quite often for the Mavic 3. There are 2 different shapes, OEM and one that look like these. They are both labeled 9453F though. Curious to see how the non OEM’s fly. Can’t seem to find any videos of 3 bladed props for the Mavic 3 let alone carbon fiber 3 bladed props. I wonder if the results would be similar?

[@DadRandom]

You (Don’t) want to install 3 blade props on your Mavic 3. It’s not going to help anything, and harm the performance. You gain neither flight time or speed

[@northeastdroneproductions]

man loved this video, the drone sounds awesome, great stuff. Thanks for the info though. cheers mate

[@Caballo26]

added weight on the rotational mass.. I would have done a longer stretch to give both time to cap out.. about 400-500m? It sounds like it still has a lot more meat on the speed when it passes the camera.

[@TheManCaveMetalFab2580]

What is the pitch On the original DJI mavic props versus the pitch on the tri blade props??? that might Make a difference.

[@DadRandom]

Tri Blade’s are great for FPV, but not for long range gps drones.

[@brickmazing1313]

Great space for drone training. Can you program this one to return to the take off spot?

[@DadRandom]

BRICKMAZING yes it is a gps drone

[@DennisLovelady]

Nice, Dad Random! Good test. The results were what I expected since I had tri-blades for my Hubsan H501S back in the day. That craft was noticeably slower with the tri-blades. Of course, other variables apply (notably, pitch) so this could have gone the other way. I liked the sound of the tri-blades so much that I got some hex blades to try. Those were not worth the trouble, but quieted the craft down considerably. It’s always so interesting! Thanks for the scientific approach. Change of battery shows attention to detail. Good job (again). :)

[@Leverguns50]

That was pretty interesting those trick blades couldn’t cut it

[@wizbang99]

Nice. Faster = No. But the tri-blad look cool. I thought the Mavic Platinum came out with a quieter blade. Wonder sound & any better then M2Pro’s sound & speed?

[@DadRandom]

wizbang99 they are cool and move a ton of air. Not as efficient.

[@wizbang99]

That’s the down side. Like a low-rider. Nice look but not always fast.

[@nibbscbr]

Did my homework on these some time ago, and yeah, stock is what most people say are best. Be interesting to get the other benchmark here though....hover time from 100% to 30%. I have a set of carbons here that may never go on, I trust the stock ones more too.

[@DadRandom]

I intend on doing a hover test to a percentage

[@sunshynff]

It's not that they're stock, bi-blades on any drone/quad are going to be faster than tri-blades. The tri-blades give you more down force though, and grip in turns, that's why racers use tri=blades, and some heavy lifter drones us 4-blade props, but if you check out pilots that do the speed competitions, kinda like drag racing, they use a very thin bi-blade to get maximum speed. Still a cool video though. 👍

[@locouk]

The speed is limited on the MP firmware, it has nothing to do with prop design

[@sunshynff]

To what? I've had mine over 40mph before

[@sweet_caliberrr]

Exactly it doesn’t increasing power doesn’t give more speed on the mavic

[@soentrueman7944]

Acktually, it's not limited in firmware, it's limited by the physics of small props and the speed at which those tiny motors can spin. I've had my mavic pro do 45mph with a tail wind. Different props have different characteristics... Carbon fibre blades tend to cut through headwinds better than standard props, for example. And as you see from the results, the speed difference shows that prop design does indeed affect speed; different torques will affect the maximum speed. That's what limits the MP to approximately 40mph.

[@diegokoszutskisantamaria6221]

@@soentrueman7944 Still.... absolutely capped by firmware... you can fly a day with winds of 50 kph pushing and it wont go pass the firmware speed. Max I got was 72 kph on a windy day... it was flying totally leveled and at very low power to avoid going faster.

[@justinhamill954]

Thank you for doing the video

[@DadRandom]

Thanks for watching.

[@shanaynay6652]

Great information. Thank you for sharing. I will be sure to show my husband..xo

[@tonybright1761]

Great video mate , way better than the last one

[@DadRandom]

Yes, makes a easy comparison of the performance of both props. I fly with master Airscrew props now.

[@boeing-lt4el]

Are the triblades any quieter / louder than stock?

[@DadRandom]

Triblades are not loud, they are made in the quiet prop design. SEE LEADING EDGE OF PROP. Same as stock quiet prop. I would say they are exactly the same, sound wise.

[@boeing-lt4el]

@@DadRandom thanks!

[@CopperStateAerialPhotography]

Dad Random, Awesome comparison. Good information and Presentation. I was surprised that the Tri blades were slower. But, After thinking about it, the 4 extra blades possibly create a little more drag therefore, slowing the aircraft. My only issue with Carbon Fiber Blades is they are stronger than DJI blades. If the CBF blades Impact an object, there may be more damage done to the motor. Great Job!! BTW, Love Saint George. Been there several times for Business meetings at the Dixie Convention Center.

[@mozdiggity]

Really enjoyed this video test because I've put these blades on my Mavic 2 drone and found it to be much quieter than the stock blades, and response seems quicker too. They're advertised to increase speed and flight time, but no way to know ff that was just advertising hype, or on what type of testing they used to make that claim. Thanks for sharing this, I'm a newbie and this answered one of many questions. Another efficiency test would be to clock at what distance the drone takes to reach max speed. Reviewing your 3.5 trials, it looks like using the 3-blade props reached max speed at appx 12 feet from you, whereas the 2 blade reached max at 2 feet from you, but not knowing where if the drone took off from the exact same starting point makes that unreliable, although interesting, info. Thanks again, cool video!

[@DadRandom]

I am a huge fan of the new Master Airscrew Stealth Props. I should do a quick speed test for these props too.

[@jhayjay-2x]

It’s now Sept 2024… using DJI drone built last 2 years just completed same test with stock propellers, and a Tri-Blade with these propeller combinations, All Stock, All Tri-Blades, 2 Front Stock Propellers, 2 Rear-Tri Blade Propellers and lastly 2 Front Tri-Blade Propellers-2 Rear Stock Propellers speed test. Will post Results if there is anyone still here researching 🤷‍♂️🤔

[@jhayjay-2x]

Results: if drone speed is concerned the all Stock DJI Propellers is your best bet with top speed in “N” setting of 26.4 mph. But replacing props with all Tri-Blade will give a Top speed of 23.2 in “N” and is the same if mixing front or rear with 2 Blade Props and 2 Tri-Blade Props no matter what combination the end result is an average of 23.3 for Top Speed. The all Tri-Blade props setup will give a stable flight in windy conditions but in my case I had a motor overload on both rear props and the drone rear arms experienced massive shaking which was contributed to stiff propellers on the Tri-Blade Prop. Depending on your type of Tri-Blade just loosen each blades to have some play when the motors are started. Stiff blades will also make the propellers report a motor failure warning and motor overheating when the drone liftoffs or when using it for speed. Also with the Tri Blades installed you will regularly get a warning prompt that Propeller guards are detected. The benefit with the Tri Blade configuration is you get more lifting capability and thrust using Tri-Blades. I use Tri Blades when doing drone recovery activities Once I knew the limitations of each Setup be it All Tri-Blade or a combo 2 blade and Tri Blade prop. Just used it appropriately and accordingly to your task Drone used in the testing was a Refurbished DJI Air 3 with the DJI Props and two aftermarket Tri Blade Propellers

[@tonymcclendon-hobbytime7727]

Good test.

[@DadRandom]

TONY MCCLENDON thanks Tony. I was really surprised by this test. I think others will have confidence that the DJI decision to put the props on their drones they do has serious merit. The need for after market products to improve their drones is simply not necessary.

[@tonymcclendon-hobbytime7727]

Dad Random yes! I wonder could Parrot Bebop 2 get faster speed if the tri blade were replaced with 2 blade prop. The one that are on my Bb 2 are noisy, but top speed in sports mode in 42mph. Could it be higher with 2 blade props. Hmmm! 👍🏽😎

[@DroneBum]

Fun test..Daddio. Looks like the stock blades win. Plus they seem more quiet as well. TFS 👍

[@DadRandom]

Drone Bum I was actually surprised by my own test results. The Tri blades sound faster at speed. In Hover, there is not much difference. I am going to put Master Airscrews props to the test too.

[@JonR35]

Anyone else going crazy he's not lining it up and keeps adding a turn in on the tri props.

[@DadRandom]

+Jon R still annoying people after 3 years. I am doing my job well.

[@super-etendard]

cool, i was wondering if i should by tri blades. in terms of speed, two blades are better. good to know!.

[@DadRandom]

Tri Blade’s won’t hurt your drone. No speed gains. Buy the Master Airscrew new stealth props. They are the best!

[@super-etendard]

@@DadRandom thanks for information! will look up for best deal!

[@leopan723]

Thank you for helping me save the bloody money

[@nikegirl1]

Spreading the love back.. Hope you have a wonderful day!

[@VideoCallInShow]

Before the test I guessed the stock blades. Less surface area, less drag being two vs. three? Not knowing much about drones yet, that's my guess. Good video :)

[@DazeOfBudtending]

I’m pretty sure the max speed is a computer controlled top speed no matter what.. the fastest you’ll be able to go doesn’t depend on any kind of prop..

[@DadRandom]

Yes, props do make a difference. 2 blade for efficiency and multi blade for performance

[@Rcclio1]

Unfortunately, your test does not make sense because the tri blade propeller probably needs a longer distance for acceleration. As proof of this in your film in 7 minutes 44 seconds, the screen shows a speed of 35.3 mph outside of the measuring point. You must measure it over a longer distance.

[@DadRandom]

The test doesn't show this, but the Tri- Blades are maxed out at this distance. Tri Blades resist the air more than dual blade propellers. I cannot get any more speed out unless I tweak the ESC's and controller. There is a reason DJI puts dual blade props on their quads. They are more efficient. Thanks for your input Krzyszof 😎

[@soentrueman7944]

@@DadRandom It's a shame you didn't post hover RPMs as that would have been interesting for comparison. I definitely know my carbon fibre duals hover at a lower RPM than the DJI quiet props.

[@DadRandom]

Krzysztof I want to do a speed test with the Mavic Mini and the Spark

[@quocanhbui883]

About the flight time of Triblade

[@DadRandom]

Tri Blade’s will have no affect on your flight time. If anything, your flight time will be reduced. I suggest buying master Airscrew stealth props for the Mavic pro.

[@cnyphotovideo]

Interesting info. But I am staying with the stock propellers. Pretty cool to watch the test.👍🏻

[@jamespalmer4945]

Man I can’t believe I wasted my money on the tri-props . I read to it’s actually reduced lifting power aswell

[@DadRandom]

5 years ago when this video was made, the tri props were unknown for the Mavic.

[@sams9286]

Great test but I was wondering are you riding a chicken or is that your legs

[@DadRandom]

Funny🤣 who are you and does anyone actually live you????....🤪

[@sams9286]

Dad Random just giving you a hard time Steve

[@DadRandom]

sam s 🤪

[@RODPIKERDRONESUK]

Great video and information I prefer to use the original manufactured blades for my drone👍👍🇬🇧

[@grandadan]

Here to count as one more!! Members needed in my fortress +-*x

[@IFixShet]

You Will lose flight time by running these props and it's not because they make it fast or aggressive it's because of Air Management

[@DadRandom]

Drone Worship The Revolution going to cover the basics with these props, speed, time and performance.

[@DadRandom]

The big boy props are the shitz on a drone. Going to add some Master Airscrew next

[@soentrueman7944]

@@DadRandom I like the Master Airscrews, they're probably the best all rounder blades I've seen... Really nicely finished, no vibration, and if you get the orange finish they really stand out against green/sky.

[@DadRandom]

Soen Trueman Master Airscrew makes, bar none the best props.

[@inveimer2015]

With 3 blades propellers, engine sounds higher rpm.

[@funkyduckproductions.8844]

Thanks for the sub to my channel. I've returned the favour. Have a great day !

[@Adamorevo]

Mavic 2 46 mph.

[@DadRandom]

yes, its much faster, and will be half the price you paid for it this winter. expect a $700 dollar price point on the Mavic 2 this Christmas.

[@Adamorevo]

@@DadRandom Why are you being pissy? I was just stating and $700 is just wishful thinking. P.S. Mr One Direction.....You can fly to one end test 1, turn 180 degrees and fly back test 2. Would have saved on power and time.

[@DadRandom]

@@Adamorevo no problems, i do this for fun, and dont concern myself much to others differences in opinion. This is a discussion forum, and I dont get concerned. The video is what it is. Thanks for the advice, and your thoughts on drone prices. Camera Drone purchases have dropped significantly this year. Prices will fall as well. DJI is selling cameras RN to support its market share decrease in drone sales as well as they do a great job making tech gear. My opinion. Thanks!

[@alancarter8396]

No.

[@DadRandom]

Easy answer Master Airscrew sells the best aftermarket props. They are better than DJI.

[@tuneb1689]

First

[@DadRandom]

Tuneb 168 gotcha back, thanks for being #1