User Manual

HINT: The typical average voltage under load of a Ni-Cd/Ni-MH cell is 1.0 volt. The typical average voltage under load of a Li-Po cell is 3.3 volts.
This means the typical average voltage under load of a 10 cell Ni-MH pack is approximately 10 volts and a 3 cell Li-Po pack is approximately 9.9
volts. Due to variations in the performance of a given battery, the average voltage under load may be higher or lower. These however are good
starting points for initial calculations.
Model: E-flite Brio 10 ARF
Estimated Flying Weight w/Battery: 2.1 lbs
Total Input Watts Required for Desired Performance: 315 (minimum)
Motor: Power 10
Max Continuous Current: 30A*
Max Burst Current: 38A*
Cells (Li-Po): 3
3 Cells, Continuous Power Capability: 9.9 Volts (3 x 3.3) x 30 Amps = 297 Watts
3 Cells, Max Burst Power Capability: 9.9 Volts (3 x 3.3) x 38 Amps = 376 Watts
Per this example, the Power 10 motor (when using a 3S Li-Po pack) can handle up to 376 watts of input power, readily capable of powering the Brio
10 ARF with the desired level of performance (requiring 315 watts minimum). You must however be sure that the battery chosen for power can
adequately supply the current requirements of the system for the required performance.
Battery Choices:
We recommend Thunder Power Li-Po batteries for the best performance and lowest weight (in some cases Ni-MH 1800-2200mAh high-discharge
packs also make good alternatives at the expense of weight and lower capacity). Some examples of the packs we recommend for use with the
Power 10 motor can be found below:
THP21002SPL 2100mAh 2-Cell 7.4V LIPO,16GA
THP21003SPL 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V LIPO,16GA
THP42002S2PPL 4200mAh 2-Cell 7.4V LIPO, 13GA
THP42003S2PPL 4200mAh 3-Cell 11.1V LIPO, 13GA
Examples of Airplane Setups:
Please see our web site for the most up-to-date information and airplane setup examples.
NOTE: All data measured at full throttle. Actual performance may vary depending on battery and flight conditions.
E-flite Brio 10 ARF
Option 1:
Motor: Power 10
ESC: E-flite 40A Brushless (V2) (EFLA312B)
Prop: APC 12x6E (APC12060E)
Battery: Thunder Power PRO LITE 2100mAh 11.1V 3-Cell (THP21003SPL)
Flying Weight w/Battery: 2.1 lbs
Amps Volts Watts Input Watts/Pound RPM
37.2 9.6 357 170 7800
Expect good speed and extreme vertical power for artistic aerobatics. Average duration is approximately 6-9 minutes depending on throttle
management.
Option 2:
Motor: Power 10
ESC: E-flite 40A Brushless (V2) (EFLA312B)
Prop: APC 11x5.5E (APC11055E)
Battery: Thunder Power PRO LITE 2100mAh 11.1V 3-Cell (THP21003SPL)
Flying Weight w/Battery: 2.1 lbs
Amps Volts Watts Input Watts/Pound RPM
33.0 9.8 323 153 8700
Expect high speeds and strong vertical performance ideal for F3A precision and artistic aerobatics. Average duration is approximately 7-10 minutes
depending on throttle management.
Accessories:
See our web site at
www.E-fliteRC.com or www.horizonhobby.com for our complete line of brushless motors. We have posted a specification
comparison sheet on our web site so you can compare the different motors we offer.
EFLA110 Power Meter (measures power output in amps, volts, watts, and capacity)
EFLA241 Gold Bullet Connector Set, 3.5mm (3)
EFLM1925 Prop Adapter w/ Collet, 5mm
EFLA312B 40-Amp Brushless ESC (V2)
EFLM40101 Shaft: Power 10 BL Outrunner
Reversing the Shaft:
This Outrunner motor has a shaft, which exits through the rotating part of the motor. If you want to reverse the shaft to exit through the fixed part of
the motor, follow these instructions carefully for changing the shaft installation. NOTE: The user assumes all liability for damage that may occur.
1. Loosen the set screw on the shaft collar and remove the collar from its location against the bearing.
2. Remove the small black donut washer that rests against the bearing.
3. Loosen the two set screws in the rotating part of the motor.
4. Slide the shaft through the motor. It may be necessary to use a small hammer to lightly tap the shaft. It is very important that you do not
bend the shaft in this process so use extreme caution to assure this does not happen.
5. Re-install the donut washer against the bearing. Do not skip this step.
6. Re-install the shaft collar back against the washer and bearing.