Model information
Description
Foam Plane Skewer Washer
Purpose
This model is a skewer washer designed for use in DIY foam RC plane models. Its primary function is to help guide and hold skewers in place while reducing wear on the foam material.
Practical Uses
These washers are intended for RC aircraft construction. The author provides an example of this part being used on the FT Simple Cub from FliteTest.
Included Parts
- Skewer_Washer.3mf
- Skewer_Washer_Modified.3mf
Assembly Guidance
To install, first make a skewer hole in the foam to align the washer. Apply a few dabs of hot glue onto the washer, then push it into the foam board until it is flush with the surface.
Original text by the author on Printables
<p>Washer skewer used to hold skewers in place when used in DIY foam RC plane models. It helps reduce wear on the foam and better guide and hold the skewers in place. My example shows it being used on the FT Simple Cub from FliteTest.</p><p><strong>Instructions:</strong></p><p>Make a skewer hole in the foam first to align the washer. Apply a few dabs of hot glue on the washer and push into foam board until flush. </p>
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