Using Actuators with Micro RC

Written by Joe Malinchak Micro-Flying Column As seen in the May 2017 issue of Model Aviation. These are the basic actuator types that are used in model aircraft: (L-R) an actuator with an arm, an in-hinge-type, and a hinge actuator. These are two actuator receivers that are commonly used today: a Plantraco two-channel butterfly receiver and a four-channel DT Rx43d receiver. When it comes to building a micro RC airplane, saving every milligram of weight can make the difference between a great-flying model…