Official Freewing JAS 39 Gripen 80mm EDF Jet

[Miroslav Cerny]

It will not be a thing of the past as we will keep rocking it in our beautiful models ;)

truth

[HellHathNoFury]

Can anyone recommend a center burner style LED afterburner that can be purchased in Europe? RC Geek's look good but expensive if include post and VAT on import to Europe.
Thanks

Look at RcCastle.com I’m installing this new 80mm Centreburner onto my Gripen..

[hirth90]

Unfortunately due to Covid 19 regular post is unavailable and the only option offered is a courier service for $28 which seems disproportionate for an item costing $38.
Thanks for the suggestion.
By the way there appears to be a lot more LEDs on the RC Geeks device so will this be bright enough. Has anyone seen the two side by side?

[CristianMarin]

I just ordered (aprox 2 weeks ago) from RcCastle afterburners for MiG-29 and MiG-17 and the postage was 10 USD.

[hirth90]

Lucky you! Ive checked their website again and still only allowing courier service at $28. I'll email them, thanks

[CristianMarin]

I checked also now and is 10$ to RO.

[hirth90]

https://uk.banggood.com/3-Color-HD-Bright-Night-Flight-Tail-Wing-LED-Flight-Light-Strips-for-70mm-EDF-RC-Airplane-Fixed-wing-p-1731929.html?gmcCountry=IE&currency=EUR&createTmp=1&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cpc_bgcs&utm_content=haosen&utm_campaign=ssc-ieg-all-0228&ad_id=421724637262&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8ff16cno6wIV50AVCB1kwAp3EAEYASABEgJQpPD_BwE&cur_warehouse=CN

Possible alternative ?? Seems very low cost

[noradtux]

Can anyone recommend a center burner style LED afterburner that can be purchased in Europe? RC Geek's look good but expensive if include post and VAT on import to Europe.
Thanks

I am considering these:

https://www.unilight.at/nachbrenner/nachbrenner-light/35mm-light-nachbrennerring.html

Will require some self-made mounting equipment, though.

[Airguardian]

I do not like rings. Whatever you get, better be centerburner-style, looks so much better IMO.

[Radar-Guy]

Can anyone recommend a center burner style LED afterburner that can be purchased in Europe? RC Geek's look good but expensive if include post and VAT on import to Europe.
Thanks

I’m using this in many of my models and it will go into my Gripen (Single Version) and the MiG-29 (Duo Version). Made in Germany, shipping to EU countries only.
It’s featuring ultra bright 3W LEDs and a cooling body. No need for an extra RX Channel or Y-harness. Power from any 4-8s flight battery. Control unit with opto coupler. Set price (Single) 70€ plus shipping.

Thanks to Ian and Geert for videos!

[xviper]

https://uk.banggood.com/3-Color-HD-B...r_warehouse=CN

Possible alternative ?? Seems very low cost

Are you willing to wait a long time? My last Banggood purchase took over 3 months during the pandemic.

[hirth90]

I’m using this in many of my models and it will go into my Gripen (Single Version) and the MiG-29 (Duo Version). Made in Germany, shipping to EU countries only.
It’s featuring ultra bright 3W LEDs and a cooling body. No need for an extra RX Channel or Y-harness. Power from any 4-8s flight battery. Control unit with opto coupler. Set price (Single) 70€ plus shipping.

Thanks to Ian and Geert for videos!

Looks excellent. I'll opt for this one. Thanks to All for the various suggestions

[Evan D]

Radar guy, "no need for an extra channel or Y"?

[Radar-Guy]

Radar guy, "no need for an extra channel or Y"?

The ESC (both with the Duo unit) is (optionally) connected to the control unit, the servo connection from the control unit plugs into the throttle channel. So to speak an integrated Y-lead.

[Evan D]

That's an interesting approach.

[noradtux]

I do not like rings. Whatever you get, better be centerburner-style, looks so much better IMO.

Same for me. Unlight might have a ring small enough to fit on the motor as a center burner. I will decide when I see the actual motor so I can measure.

But I also do like the one from Eberhard Funk, now that I know it :)

[Elbee]

Radar-Guy, Glad to see your written words, Sir. Looking forward to seeing any and all 3DPUP mods to this one. Best, LB

[Scale Master]

[Elbee]

SM, I don't see any Content in your post. Please "Try Again". Thanks. Best, LB

[Quickstop]

I do not like rings. Whatever you get, better be centerburner-style, looks so much better IMO.

Agree, rings look exactly what they are, a ring of led lights, not scale looking at all

[kallend]

Unfortunately due to Covid 19 regular post is unavailable and the only option offered is a courier service for $28 which seems disproportionate for an item costing $38.
Thanks for the suggestion.
By the way there appears to be a lot more LEDs on the RC Geeks device so will this be bright enough. Has anyone seen the two side by side?

If you are remotely handy with a soldering iron, you can make your own for a fraction of the cost of the commercial units. Just as bright, minimal interference with the airflow, and a "flickering" controller. Typically come out less than $30 for a twin, or $20 for a single.

See my blog:

https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3313547-Make-your-own-EDF-afterburner