Written by Jay Smith
APC Propellers’ Annie Torres shares her knowledge about propellers
As seen in the March2021 issue of Model Aviation.
Common Questions
Glow propellers vs. electric: Propellers for glow- or gas-powered, internal-combustion engines are made stronger to withstand the high acceleration forces that result with each piston stroke. These propellers can also be used on electric motors.
Electric propellers, however, should only be used with electric motors because they do not have the higher strength needed for glow engines. If you are unsure about how…
You've read your 3 free articles
Sign in with your AMA account for unlimited access, or join AMA to become a member.