Park 180 Brushless Outrunner Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the E-flite Park 180 Brushless Outrunner motor. This motor is ideal for 3D models 2-3 oz
(55-85g), and sport and scale models 3-6 oz (85-170g) or models requiring up to 30 watts of power.
Park 180 Brushless Outrunner Features:
• Ideal for 3D models 2-3 oz (55-85g) and sport and scale models 3-6 oz (85-170g)
• Ideal for up to 30 watts
• Designed for firewall mount or carbon tube mount
• Includes mount, mounting hardware, and 2mm gold BL connectors
• Extremely quiet and lightweight - just .3 ounces (8.5 grams)
• Upgraded performance motor for indoor motors
• High quality construction with ball bearings and hardened steel shaft
• Slotted 12-pole outrunner design
Park 180 Specifications
Diameter: 16mm (.63 in)
Case Length: 20mm (.80 in)
Weight: 8.5 g (.30 oz)
EFLM1120
Kv: 2200 (rpms per volt)
Io: .30A @ 8V (no load current)
Ri: .91 ohms (resistance)
Continuous
Current:
2.6A*
Max Burst Current: 3.2A*
Cells: 2-3S Li-Po or 4-8 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd
Recommended Props: 3x3 to 6x3 ‘Slow Flyer’ for 2S or 4x4 to 4.5x3 for 3S
Brushless ESC: 4A – 6A
* Maximum Operating Temperature: 220 degrees Fahrenheit
* Adequate cooling is required for all motor operation at maximum current levels.
* Maximum Burst Current duration is 15 seconds. Adequate time between maximum burst intervals is required for
proper cooling and to avoid overheating the motor.
* Maximum Burst Current rating is for 3D and limited motor run flights. Lack of proper throttle management may result
in damage to the motor since excessive use of burst current may overheat the motor.
Battery Choices:
There are many Li-Po battery brands on the market with several choices for consumers. We recommend either E-flite
or Thunder Power batteries and list some possible choices for the Park 180 Brushless Outrunner motor, depending on
the airplane application.
THP4802SJPL
480mAh 2-Cell 7.4V LIPO, JST
THP48023JPL
480mAh 3-Cell 11.1V LIPO, JST
Examples of Airplane Setups:
Semi-Scale Aerobatic Biplane
Weight w/Battery: 4.2 oz
Prop 6 x 3 Slow Flyer
Battery: 480mAh 2-Cell 7.4V Li-Po (THP4802SJPL)
ESC: 4A-5A Brushless
Comments – Great aerobatic performance with plenty of flight time.