The largest obstacle to getting into FPV is money. Normally, someone has to pay $300+ to get into the hobby. Well after months of scouring the internet for the absolute cheapest quality parts, I show you step by step how to build an awesome micro drone and everything else you need to get it in the air at a fraction of the price.
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Sadly the MEPS AIO 7amp flight controller is all sold out for good…
Next best budget Flight controller is BetaFPV MATRIX 5in1. It costs $50so a bit more expensive but also has higher VTX output of 400mW compared to MEPS AIO. Betaflight configuration should be the same. Let me know if you have any questions!
BetaFPV: MATRIX 5in1 v2: https://bit.ly/4d8jq1O
THE REST OF THE BUILD
Frame - Twiglet 2in
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mtrmH81
Caddx ANT Camera
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mqTWgvX
No Name 1103 15000kv motors
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKPstZj
Props - Gemfan 51mm 2020
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mNVLxeN
Battery holder and canopy
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msaFtAl
Bolts
M1.4 (choose 3mm length to mount motors without prop guard and 5mm length to mount the prop guards)
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mLAiw5X
PROP GUARD CONVERSION
Meteor 75 Pro Frame
BetaFPV: https://bit.ly/4b03a06
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bgqckF
45mm props
BetaFPV: https://bit.ly/4sjmn47
Amazon: https://amzn.to/47kNvHJ
TRANSMITTERS (choose ELRS version)
Radiomaster T8L
Newbeedrone (best price for USA)
https://newbeedrone.com/products/radiomaster-t8l-radio-controller-m2?aff=97
Radiomaster Pocket
Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPZeirj
Amazon: https://amzn.to/474pQey
VIEWING OPTIONS
9IMOD 5.8ghz Monitor
Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mtNfoSZ
Aftermarket Antennas: Menace RC Viper patch and Omni antenna
Skyzone Cobra SD Goggles
https://www.skyzonefpv.com/products/skyzone-lcd-screen-cobra-sd-fpv-goggle-with-diversity-receiver?ref=NERD
CHARGERS & BATTERIES
USB Charger
Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKB5Hg1
PH2.0 to BT2.0 extension
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4rKMJfz
BetaFPV: https://bit.ly/3OHLejG
Whoopstor v3 Charger
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mLaug33
amazon: https://amzn.to/4soxqsR
Batteries
Turnigy Bolt-x 500mAh
Hobbyking: https://fas.st/t/oaEmBeMp
Tattu R-line 550mAh
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bf5iT4
BetaFPV Lava 680mAh
Amazon: https://amzn.to/46wBwXj
TOOLS
Screwdriver set
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrfmrqp
Wire strippers
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mL3am0D
Soldering iron
https://amzn.to/3XhY5tM
Solder
https://amzn.to/4oc8DFO
Flux
https://amzn.to/4iiuMkw
Backpack
https://amzn.to/4r7hQAL
3D Print Files
Monitor Holder: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BBV7jJErU7t40glh_m-o4Z5UAMQUHGdM/view?usp=drivesdk
Monitor mount: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qsp3cwyXO7Yoe_qMOgfDUI5D6OBbOatt/view?usp=drivesdk
Battery holder: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jlQ25XQsrL-jQ1XleATPse1yA3nsmrK_/view?usp=drivesdk
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro + Gear
03:51 - Quadcopter Parts
06:40 - Assembly & Soldering
13:37 - Monitor Mount Setup
15:14 - Betaflight Configuration
21:06 - Setup + Indoor Flight
24:49 - Outdoor Flight w/ Stock Antenna
26:04 - Upgraded Antenna
27:43 - Speed Test + Rip
28:44 - Conclusion