Carbon-fibre composite blades stay rigid under load for clean, low-vibration thrust
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Propellers
Carbon Fiber 1045 Propellers (pair)
The Carbon Fiber 1045 is a 10-inch, two-blade propeller in the classic 10-by-4.5-inch geometry, moulded from carbon-fibre-reinforced composite with an epoxy resin finish.
₹99 + 18% GST
SKU: BOTBIT-PROP-05 · Best for: F450/F550-class quad and hexacopter platforms
Overview
About Carbon Fiber 1045 Propellers (pair).
The Carbon Fiber 1045 is a 10-inch, two-blade propeller in the classic 10-by-4.5-inch geometry, moulded from carbon-fibre-reinforced composite with an epoxy resin finish. Stiffer and lighter than nylon equivalents, it is built for larger multirotor platforms where blade rigidity translates into cleaner thrust, lower vibration and steadier flight. A typical pair weighs around 29 grams and ships with a set of reducer rings.
The carbon construction holds its pitch precisely under load, so the prop tracks cleanly and resists the flexing that causes vibration on big quads and hexacopters. The wide, thin blades are tuned for lower-RPM, higher-thrust operation, with shaped tips that help reduce tip vortices. The included reducer set lets the prop adapt to several common motor shaft sizes, making it flexible across builds.
This prop suits F450/F550-class quad and hex platforms, aerial photography rigs and utility multirotors running lower-KV motors. It is the right choice for builders who prioritise stiffness and clean tracking for camera work and stable cruise over the crash-forgiveness of cheaper plastic props.
Key features
Why it stands out.
10x4.5 geometry tuned for lower-RPM, higher-thrust multirotor flight
Lighter and stiffer than nylon for steadier camera and cruise performance
Included reducer ring set adapts the prop to multiple motor shaft sizes
Shaped blade tips help reduce tip vortices for smoother operation
Specifications
Selection facts.
| Diameter | 10 inch |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 4.5 inch |
| Blades | 2 |
| Material | Carbon-fibre-reinforced composite with epoxy finish |
| Weight | ~29 g per pair |
| Shaft bore | 7.7 mm (with reducer rings) |
| Reducer rings | 3, 3.17, 4, 5, 6, 8 mm |
| Set | 1 pair (1 CW + 1 CCW) |
Applications
Where it is used.
- F450/F550-class quad and hexacopter platforms
- Aerial photography and gimbal-equipped camera drones
- Utility multirotors running lower-KV motors
- Mapping, survey and inspection drones needing stable cruise
- Builds where blade stiffness reduces vibration for clean video
- Larger DIY multirotors requiring 10-inch thrust
Buying guide
How to choose.
The carbon 1045 is intended for larger multirotors with lower-KV motors, broadly in the 800-1100 KV range on frames around 450-550 mm. Its stiffness gives cleaner tracking and lower vibration than plastic props, which is ideal for camera and survey work; the trade-off is that carbon is less forgiving in crashes and can crack rather than flex.
Use the included reducer rings to match your motor shaft. The base bore is large, so confirm the supplied rings cover your motor's shaft diameter before flying. Because carbon props are rigid, careful balancing pays off; a well-balanced carbon prop noticeably reduces vibration in video footage compared with an unbalanced or flexing plastic prop.
Run matched CW and CCW pairs, and inspect blades for cracks or delamination after any impact, since damaged carbon can fail suddenly under load. For high-crash flying or training, a tough nylon prop is more economical; reserve carbon for stable platforms where its rigidity and clean tracking are the priority.
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the 1045 carbon propeller used for?
It is a 10-inch, 4.5-pitch two-blade carbon prop for larger multirotors such as F450/F550-class quads and hexacopters. Its stiffness gives clean, low-vibration thrust, making it well suited to aerial photography, mapping and stable cruise on lower-KV motors.
What motor shaft sizes does it fit?
The base bore is 7.7 mm and the prop ships with a set of reducer rings in 3, 3.17, 4, 5, 6 and 8 mm. This lets it adapt to most common multirotor motor shafts. Confirm the included rings cover your motor's shaft before mounting.
How much does the pair weigh?
A pair typically weighs around 29 grams. Carbon construction makes the blades lighter and stiffer than nylon equivalents, which contributes to cleaner tracking and lower vibration, an advantage for camera and survey platforms that need steady footage.
Is carbon better than plastic for this size?
Carbon is stiffer and tracks more cleanly under load, reducing vibration for camera work, but it is less forgiving in crashes and can crack rather than flex. For stable photography and cruise platforms carbon is excellent; for high-crash or training use, tough nylon is more economical.
What motors pair well with the carbon 1045?
It suits lower-KV motors, broadly around 800-1100 KV, on frames in the 450-550 mm range. These slower, higher-torque motors match the wide, thin blades that are tuned for lower-RPM, higher-thrust operation.
Do I need to balance carbon props?
Yes, balancing is worthwhile. Because carbon blades are rigid and do not flex out small imbalances, a well-balanced carbon prop noticeably reduces vibration in video and protects motor bearings. Check balance before first flight and after any blade damage.
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