KDE Direct News Releases

KDE Direct ESC Features by Series

With all the different ESC equipment, determining which ESC to use is vital to ensuring proper setup and safety. Each motor we sell online lists a recommended ESC. When selecting an ESC, first make sure it is rated to handle the voltage you plan to run. For example, if you are using a 10S or 12S battery then you will need to use an HVC series or UVC series ESC. After you have determined the required voltage rating, then you will need to make sure the ESC can handle sufficient amperage to handle the load you plan to run. The ESCs are...

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OPTO-Isolation and BEC Power

Are KDE Direct ESCs opto-isolated?Yes, all KDE Direct ESCs are opto-isolated. This means that the power to the ESC via the control lead (white, red, black) is isolated from the battery leads and the signal is transferred via light (photocoupler). We recommend connecting a 5V UBEC to the ESCs if your flight controller does not supply this voltage. Some flight controllers provide this power to the ESCs while others do not. For example, if you are using a Pixhawk we recommend connecting a 5V UBEC to the MAIN output rail. While we recommend using a UBEC, any regulated DC voltage will...

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Understanding Throttle Calibration and ESC Deadbands

  Do KDE Direct ESCs need to be calibrated? KDE Direct ESCs are plug and play with RC radio systems; throttle calibration is not required for most radios. The default settings utilize an auto-scaling algorithm which dynamically adjusts throttle endpoints when it first powers on. The throttle range is based on the normal operating range of a Futaba system (1100µs-1940µs with 1520 typically being center). If your radio system does not have a standard pulse range, you might need to adjust the throttle end points in the radio to properly arm the ESCs. It's important to make sure the throttle...

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Why Choose KDE Direct?

Who is KDE Direct? Successfully manufacturing UAV components for over a decade. KDE Direct remains the leading choice for military, industrial, and commercial businesses. ISO 9001 certification for production facilities, RoHS, WEEE and CE compliant. From sea to sky: Trusted for safety, reliability, and performance.    KDE Direct motors use market leading technology   KDE Direct motor bearings feature triple or quad, ABEC-7 rated, Japanese NMB and/or NSK radial or angular-contact bearings with a rated bearing life span of 200 hours. The temperature of the bearings is rated up to 350°F. KDE Direct motors have smooth operation and industry-leading performance....

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Volans-i is Awarded an ARGUS Gold Rating

KDE Direct's world class equipment remains the top choice for industrial quality and performance. Volans-i has recently been awarded the ARGUS Gold Unmanned Operator rating. The California-headquartered autonomous drone delivery solution serves the commercial, defense, and humanitarian sectors both within the United States and abroad. The ARGUS Unmanned Audit Standard was developed to provide unbiased, factual, data necessary to make informed decisions every time they use a service provider. The program assesses the safety of UAS operators and provide requirements for vendor qualification. “We were drawn to ARGUS’s rating system because of their high standards for safety protocols and the accountability...

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