The following are suggested RPM limits for APC propellers:
- Glow Engine (includes Sport and Pattern Propellers) and Speed 400 Electric (E) Propellers
Maximum RPM=190,000/prop diameter (inches)
(For example, a 10x6 glow engine prop should be limited to 19,000 RPM) - Thin Electric (E) Propellers and Polycarbonate (Durable) FPV Propellers
Maximum RPM=150,000/prop diameter (inches) - Folding Electric (F) Propellers
Maximum RPM=120,000/prop diameter (inches) - Multi-Rotor (MR) Propellers and Multi-Rotor Folding (MRF) Propellers
Maximum RPM=105,000/prop diameter (inches) - Slow Flyer (SF) Propellers
Maximum RPM=65,000/prop diameter (inches) - Racing Propellers (including Carbon) and Electric Carbon (EC) Propellers
8.75 N, W and 8.8 Series 40 Pylon Props
Sport Propellers (for IC Engines) on Electric Motors
Maximum RPM=225,000/prop diameter (inches) - Racing Propellers (including Carbon) on Electric Motors
8.75 N,W and 8.8 Series 40 Pylon Props on Electric Motors
Maximum RPM=270,000/prop diameter (inches)
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