{"product_id":"gator-rc-products-carbon-fiber-tube-and-socket-1-2-inch-12-7mm-x-15-inches-381mm","title":"Gator RC 1\/2\" (12.7mm) x 15\" (381mm) Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stab Tube \u0026 Sleeve – GS1500","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGator RC 1\/2\" (12.7mm) x 15\" (381mm) Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stab Tube \u0026amp; Sleeve – GS1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGator RC 1\/2\" (12.7mm) Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stab Tube \u0026amp; Sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for lightweight strength and precise alignment in RC aircraft tail sections. Built using high-quality carbon fiber, this tube provides excellent rigidity while keeping weight to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommonly used in sport, scale, and ARF aircraft tail assemblies. Always verify your required tube size before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tube and sleeve system ensures proper stabilizer alignment and structural support, making it ideal for replacements, repairs, or custom aircraft builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight carbon fiber construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for horizontal stabilizer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatched tube and sleeve for precise fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves tail alignment and structural stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for small to mid-size RC aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2\" (12.7mm) x 15\" (381mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2\" (12.7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15\" (381mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon Fiber Tube with Sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23g (0.81 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e GS1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncludes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Carbon Fiber Stabilizer Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Matching Sleeve \/ Socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHorizontal stabilizer mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRC airplane tail alignment systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSport and scale aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight structural applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits aircraft requiring 1\/2\" (12.7mm) stabilizer tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon in ARF and sport aircraft tail assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for repairs, replacements, and custom builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModeler’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f5dc;padding:10px;border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;\"\u003e\nEnsure both stabilizer halves are aligned before securing the tube. Even slight misalignment can cause trim issues and affect overall flight performance.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStab Tube Size Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStabilizer tubes are smaller than wing tubes and must match exactly for proper fit and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7\/16\" (11mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Small stabilizers \/ lightweight aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" (12.7mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard sport and scale aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/8\" (15.9mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger tail sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Related Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gator-carbon-fiber-stab-tube-and-sleeve-11mm-gs1009\"\u003e11mm Stabilizer Tube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a stab tube used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA stabilizer tube connects the horizontal tail surfaces and ensures proper alignment and structural support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a wing tube instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. Stab tubes are smaller and designed specifically for tail applications. Using the wrong size can cause fit and alignment issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy use carbon fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCarbon fiber provides high strength with minimal weight, helping maintain proper balance and flight performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Gator-RC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46988622364894,"sku":"GS1500","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/stab_tube1.png?v=1777654325","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/gator-rc-products-carbon-fiber-tube-and-socket-1-2-inch-12-7mm-x-15-inches-381mm","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}