and Rear Mounted Carburetor.
With the DLE-30, you get the fuel economy and lower cost of gasoline in the size of a glow fuel powered engine. It's electronically ignited for quick, easy starts and the timing automatically adjusts to deliver peak power throughout the rpm range. Plus, this motor is specially designed by DLE - leaders in scale flight engines - to ensure optimal power to weight ratios for superior flight performance. Output is a top tier 3.7 horsepower at 8,500 rpm with an engine weight of only two pounds. It also comes with a rear mounted pumper carb that makes installation easier, idles smoothly, and delivers consistent fuel flow during flight. For convenience and power in quarter scale models, trust the DLE-30.
| FEATURES |
Two sealed bearings on crankshaft-simple design for lighter weight
Aluminum alloy crankcase
Rear mounted pumper carburetor ensures easier installation and smooth
idling and dependable fuel flow during flights
Fully automatic electronic ignition Ignition Sensor available
| INCLUDES |
Engine, spark plug, four standoffs, ignition, muffler, muffler
gasket, two 5x20mm muffler bolts, four 5x60mm mounting bolts
instruction manual
| REQUIREMENTS |
Gasoline with at least 87 octane rating
2-cycle oil, mix ratio for this engine is 30 parts gas to one part
oil and must be followed exactly for warranty consideration
and optimum performance
4.8 - 6V NiMH/NiCd, or 6.6V LiFe or 7.4V LiPo battery for ignition
(separate receiver style pack can be used)
**NOTE, 1st version ignition is marked 'A-01' on the label and
requires a regulator if using 2S LiPo/LiFe battery
If ignition module is the A-02 model it has a built-in voltage
regulator. Model A-02 designation is located above the word
"Ignition" on top of the case**
Propeller, 1/8" gasoline tubing, and field equipment
| SPECIFICATIONS |
Output Power: 3.7 HP at 8,500 RPM
Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
RPM Range: 1,600-8,500
Static Thrust: 8.5kg Pulling Force/100 meters altitude
7.5kg Pulling Force/1,800 meters altitude
Displacement: 1.86cu in (30.5cc)
Bore: 1.42" (36mm)
Stroke: 1.18" (30mm)
Compression Ratio: 7.6:1
Crankshaft Thread: 5mm
Weight: Engine, 2lbs (910g)
Muffler, 2.1oz (60g)
Ignition, 4.2oz (120g)
Gasoline/Oil Mixture: 30:1
Gasoline Octane Rating: 87
Recommended Propellers: 18x8 for break-in, 18x10, 19x8, 20x8
Spark Plug: CM6
Carburetor Adjustments;
Low Speed Needle: 1.5 turns out as a starting point, adjust for a
smooth idle and a reliable transition to high throttle
High Speed Needle: 1.5-2 turns out from closed, adjust needle to peak
RPM, if engine slows or dies at full throttle, the high-speed
mixture is likely too lean
Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers Same Side: 2.1" (54mm)
Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers Opposite Side: 2.7" (70mm)
Height from bottom/Crankcase to top of Cylinder Head: 5.4" (138mm)
Width of Cylinder Head: 2.5" (65mm)
Distance Between Muffler Mounting Hole Centers: 1.3" (34mm)
| COMMENTS |
To avoid permanent damage to the electronic ignition system, NEVER
turn your DLE engine over with the system switched on and the plug
not installed.