SPIDER Automation 45 × 45mm Flight Controller Vibration Damping Plate | Glass-Fibre Mount with Four Shock Absorbers
The SPIDER Automation Flight Controller Vibration Damping Plate is a mechanical isolation accessory designed to reduce vibration transfer between an aircraft frame and sensitive onboard electronics. It combines a 45 × 45mm glass-fibre mounting plate with four shock absorbers to provide a damped support arrangement for compatible flight controllers and small camera assemblies.
Vibration generated by motors, propellers and airframe structures can travel through the mounting frame into flight-control electronics. Excessive vibration may affect the measurements produced by onboard gyroscopes and accelerometers. This damping assembly helps isolate the mounted equipment from direct mechanical vibration transmission, supporting cleaner sensor measurements when correctly installed and matched to the aircraft’s vibration characteristics.
The plate has an overall specified footprint of 45 × 45mm, a height of 6mm and a product weight of 15g. It is intended for compatible CC3D, Flip32, Naze32 and Mini APM flight-controller installations. The package includes four shock absorbers for the damping arrangement.
Key Features
- Flight Controller Vibration Damping: Helps reduce mechanical vibration transmitted from the aircraft frame to mounted flight-control electronics.
- Glass-Fibre Construction: Provides a rigid mounting plate for compatible electronic assemblies.
- Four-Point Shock Absorption: Uses four shock absorbers to support vibration-isolated mounting.
- Compact 45 × 45mm Format: Provides a square mounting platform for compact flight controllers and compatible accessories.
- 6mm Height: Offers a low-profile mounting assembly for aircraft electronics installations.
- Flat-Bottom Mounting Arrangement: Supports suitable bolt or adhesive-tape attachment methods.
- Flight Controller Compatibility: Intended for compatible CC3D, Flip32, Naze32 and Mini APM installations.
- Camera Isolation Applications: Can also be used as a mounting platform for compatible small camera equipment.
- 15g Product Weight: Provides a lightweight mechanical mounting accessory for compact UAV systems.
- Black Finish: Designed to integrate with common aircraft-frame and electronics mounting layouts.
Vibration Isolation & Flight-Control Sensor Protection
Flight controllers use inertial sensors, including gyroscopes and accelerometers, to measure aircraft movement. Mechanical vibration from motors, propellers and frame structures can introduce unwanted vibration into these measurements. A correctly installed damping plate helps reduce the direct transmission of such vibration to the flight controller.
The four shock absorbers provide mechanical separation between the mounting plate and its support structure. The effectiveness of the isolation arrangement depends on the aircraft’s vibration frequency, equipment mass, absorber characteristics and installation geometry. Correct mounting and vibration testing remain important for reliable flight-control performance.
- Motor Vibration Isolation: Helps reduce vibration transferred from the propulsion assembly through the aircraft frame.
- Propeller-Induced Vibration: Supports isolation from vibration associated with propeller imbalance and rotational operation.
- Airframe Vibration Management: Provides a damped mounting interface between the frame and sensitive electronics.
- Inertial Sensor Support: Helps limit unwanted mechanical vibration reaching onboard gyroscopes and accelerometers.
- Landing-Related Mechanical Disturbance: Provides a compliant mounting arrangement that can help reduce some mechanical disturbances transmitted during ground contact.
Glass-Fibre Mounting Plate & Mechanical Design
The mounting plate uses glass-fibre material to provide a rigid support surface for the installed flight controller or compatible camera equipment. Its square 45 × 45mm footprint supports compact electronic mounting arrangements, while the 6mm height defines the specified assembly profile.
- Plate Material: Glass fibre.
- Plate Colour: Black.
- Mounting Footprint: 45 × 45mm.
- Specified Height: 6mm.
- Mounting Arrangement: Flat-bottom installation using suitable bolts or mounting tape.
- Product Weight: 15g.
Four Shock Absorbers & Mounting Arrangement
The damping assembly includes four shock absorbers that support the vibration-isolated mounting arrangement. They provide compliant mechanical support between the plate assembly and its mounting structure. Correct positioning and secure installation are important to maintain the intended isolation behaviour.
- Shock Absorber Quantity: Four pieces included.
- Function: Mechanical vibration damping and isolation.
- Installation: Position the absorbers evenly according to the plate’s mounting arrangement.
- Mounting Surface: Use a stable, suitably sized frame or equipment mounting surface.
Flight Controller & Camera Compatibility
The plate is intended for compact flight-control boards and compatible camera installations. Its mounting footprint can be used with the following equipment families where the board or camera mounting geometry matches the available plate arrangement.
- CC3D Flight Controllers: Vibration-isolated mounting for compatible CC3D board installations.
- Flip32 Flight Controllers: Mechanical damping support for compatible Flip32 board layouts.
- Naze32 Flight Controllers: Mounting support for compatible Naze32 flight-control boards.
- Mini APM Flight Controllers: Vibration-isolation mounting for compatible Mini APM installations.
- Mobius Cameras: Can be used as a damping platform for compatible camera mounting arrangements.
- GoPro Cameras: Can be used for suitably configured camera mounting, including sideways positioning where the mounting geometry permits.
Applications
- Multirotor Flight Controllers: Vibration-isolated mounting for compatible flight-control boards in quadcopters and other multirotor aircraft.
- FPV Racing Drones: Helps reduce frame-transmitted vibration reaching sensitive flight-control electronics.
- CC3D Flight Controller Installations: Provides a damped mounting platform for compatible CC3D boards.
- Flip32 Flight Controller Installations: Supports vibration isolation in compatible Flip32-based aircraft electronics.
- Naze32 Flight Controller Installations: Provides mechanical damping for compatible Naze32 mounting arrangements.
- Mini APM Autopilot Systems: Supports vibration-isolated mounting of compatible compact autopilot boards.
- UAV Electronics Assemblies: Helps isolate sensitive electronic modules from direct airframe vibration.
- Camera Vibration Isolation: Provides a compliant mounting platform for compatible small camera systems.
- Mobius Camera Mounting: Supports vibration-damping installations for compatible Mobius camera arrangements.
- GoPro Camera Mounting: Can be adapted for suitable GoPro camera mounting configurations.
- RC Aircraft Electronics: Supports mechanical isolation of compatible onboard flight-control equipment.
- Compact Electronics Mounting: Provides a small-format mounting platform where vibration management is required.
Package Includes
- 1 × Flight Controller Vibration Damping Plate Assembly
- 4 × Shock Absorbers
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Flight Controller Vibration Damping Plate / Shock Absorber Mount |
| Primary Function | Mechanical vibration isolation and damping |
| Plate Material | Glass fibre |
| Colour | Black |
| Length | 45mm |
| Width | 45mm |
| Height | 6mm |
| Product Weight | 15g |
| Shock Absorber Quantity | 4 pieces |
| Mounting Style | Flat-bottom mounting; suitable bolt or adhesive-tape attachment |
| Flight Controller Applications | CC3D, Flip32, Naze32 and Mini APM (subject to mounting compatibility) |
| Camera Applications | Compatible Mobius and suitably configured GoPro camera mounts |
Installation & Operating Recommendations
- Check Mounting Compatibility: Confirm that the flight controller or camera mounting geometry matches the 45 × 45mm plate and its available attachment points.
- Position the Four Absorbers: Install the four shock absorbers evenly to provide balanced mechanical support.
- Use a Stable Base: Attach the assembly to a rigid, flat aircraft-frame surface so the damping elements can function as intended.
- Choose a Suitable Attachment Method: Use compatible bolts or suitable mounting tape according to the plate and frame arrangement.
- Avoid Excessive Compression: Do not overtighten mounting hardware or compress the shock absorbers to the point that their compliant movement is restricted.
- Check Clearance: Ensure that the mounted plate and flight controller do not contact the aircraft frame or nearby components during normal operation.
- Secure the Wiring: Provide sufficient cable slack and prevent wires from pulling against the isolated flight controller or camera.
- Inspect Before Operation: Check absorber seating, plate alignment and mounting security before each flight session.
- Evaluate Vibration Performance: Review flight-controller vibration measurements or system logs after installation. Damping effectiveness depends on the aircraft’s vibration characteristics and the installed equipment mass.
- Check Absorber Condition: Replace damaged, permanently deformed or loose shock absorbers to maintain consistent mechanical support.
