{"product_id":"pt-model-composite-control-horn-type-3","title":"PT Model Composite Control Horn, Type 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePT Model Type 3 Composite Control Horn – 1.5\" (38mm) Fiberglass (5 Pack)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePT Model Type 3 Composite Control Horn\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightweight fiberglass control horn designed for precise linkage geometry and clean installations. Unlike standard flat horns, the \u003cstrong\u003eType 3 stepped design\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for improved pushrod alignment and better mechanical advantage on select control surface setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4faf4; border: 1px solid #cfe5cf; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ailerons, elevators, and rudders where linkage alignment, offset geometry, or tight installs require a stepped horn design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStepped Type 3 design\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved linkage alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiberglass composite construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – lightweight and rigid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile installation\u003c\/strong\u003e for clean builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for sport, pattern, and mid-size RC aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 control horns per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; background: #fafafa; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"PT Model Type 3 Control Horn Dimensions\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003eHeight: \u003cstrong\u003e1.5\" (38mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e   |   Base Width: \u003cstrong\u003e7\/8\" (22.2mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003ePT Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eType 3 (Stepped Composite Horn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.5\" (38mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e7\/8\" (22.2mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFiberglass Composite (FRP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e5 Control Horns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Type 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffsets linkage connection point for better geometry in tight spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce binding in non-linear linkage setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves pushrod alignment when servo and surface are not perfectly in line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for scale builds and internal linkage configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Diagram\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; background: #fafafa; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinkage Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #999; padding: 10px; background: white;\"\u003eServo Arm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #999; padding: 10px; background: white;\"\u003ePushrod\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #4f8f4f; padding: 10px; background: #f4faf4;\"\u003eType 3 Horn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #999; padding: 10px; background: white;\"\u003eControl Surface\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; margin-top: 12px;\"\u003eThe stepped horn design allows better alignment between pushrod and control surface, reducing side-load and improving precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Align horn pivot point with hinge line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut slot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a clean slot for the composite base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure horn is square and aligned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use epoxy for a secure bond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttach linkage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect pushrod or ball link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure smooth, bind-free operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Type 3 horns when straight-line linkage is not possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign linkage to avoid side pressure on the horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforce high-load surfaces if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for 20cc–60cc aircraft and similar setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8dc; border: 1px solid #eadc9a; padding: 14px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModeler’s Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your pushrod is not perfectly in line with the control surface, a stepped horn like this can dramatically improve linkage geometry and reduce slop compared to flat horns.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 × PT Model Type 3 Composite Control Horns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired to Complete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpoxy adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePushrods \/ clevis \/ ball links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic hobby tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControl Horn Type Guide (Type 1 vs Type 2 vs Type 3)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing the correct control horn style helps improve linkage geometry, reduce binding, and ensure smooth, precise control surface movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f4f4;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px; text-align:left;\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px; text-align:left;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px; text-align:left;\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px; text-align:left;\"\u003eWhen to Choose\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eFlat \/ Straight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eBasic linkage setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\n        Use when your servo and control surface are already well aligned. \n        Best for simple, straight pushrod installations.\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eCurved \/ Swept\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eSmooth linkage geometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\n        Use when your pushrod is slightly off-angle. The curved shape helps \n        reduce binding and allows smoother control movement.\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eStepped \/ Offset\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003eOffset linkage setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:10px;\"\u003e\n        Use when you need to shift the linkage position. 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