Falcon 85mm (3.35") Carbon Fiber Spinner – 3 Blade Vented
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Falcon Spinner, 85mm (3.35") Carbon Fiber, 3 Blade, Vented for RC Planes is a lightweight performance spinner designed for RC airplanes using 3-blade propellers. Built with a carbon fiber spinner cone and precision-machined aluminum backplate, this spinner provides a clean scale appearance, reduced rotational weight, and improved cooling airflow through the nose of the aircraft.
Key Features
- 85mm (3.35") diameter for RC airplanes using 3-blade propellers
- Lightweight carbon fiber spinner cone
- Designed specifically for 3-blade propeller setups
- Pre-cut propeller blade slots for easier installation
- CNC-machined vented cooling openings for direct airflow intake
- Precision anodized aluminum backplate
- Clean scale appearance for sport, scale, aerobatic, and F3A-style aircraft
Specifications
- Diameter: 85mm (3.35")
- Spinner Type: 3-Blade Vented
- Material: Carbon Fiber Spinner Cone + Aluminum Backplate
- Propeller Style: 3-Blade RC Airplane Propellers
- Application: Electric RC airplanes
What’s Included
- Carbon fiber spinner cone
- Aluminum backplate
- Mounting hardware
Compatibility & Use
This Falcon 85mm carbon fiber spinner is intended for RC airplanes that use 3-blade propellers and require a lightweight, vented spinner with a clean finished look. It is a good fit for scale aircraft, sport models, F3A-style airplanes, and other setups where cooling airflow and appearance are both important.
Vented Cooling Design
Falcon carbon fiber spinners incorporate pre-cut slots for the propeller blades and specially designed machined cooling openings for direct intake airflow. The lightweight anodized backplate helps support the spinner assembly while allowing additional airflow through the front of the aircraft, helping direct cooling air toward the motor and ESC area.
Why Choose a 3-Blade Spinner?
- Improved scale appearance compared to many 2-blade setups
- Smoother, more deliberate flight characteristics with the correct propeller setup
- Popular for pilots switching to 3-blade propellers for improved control feel
- Sometimes referred to by modelers as a "Poor Man’s Contra" style setup because of the smoother flight feel
Installation Notes
- Confirm spinner diameter and propeller blade clearance before installation
- Check that the backplate matches your motor shaft and propeller hub setup
- Balance the spinner and propeller assembly before flight
- Use thread locker on mounting screws where appropriate
- Inspect all hardware regularly.
Modeler’s Tip
For best results, pair this spinner with a properly matched Falcon 3-blade propeller and balance the complete spinner/propeller assembly before flight. A balanced setup helps reduce vibration, improves efficiency, and protects the motor, bearings, and airframe.
Recommended Add-On
- F3A Unlimited Replacement Spinner Screws (10-Pack) – useful for maintenance, replacement, and field repairs
