The High Pro Glow

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Christopher R. Smith (aka. Littlehorn)

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

For Sale - Parrot Skycontroller Power Adapters & USB Port Repair

 

The.High.Pro.Glow - Parrot Skycontroller Power Upgrades

For All Versions of Parrot Bebop 2, Bebop 2 Power, Bebop-Pro, Disco and Anafi SkyControllers

** PLEASE READ EVERYTHING **  I have a professional work life combined with an ultra-busy family life while making stuff on the side to help folks enjoy their drones. Please, choose the appropriate adapter matching your specific Skycontroller using the descriptions and pictures below then email me your name, adapter selection and mailing address for a payment link. Questions Are Welcomed.

The prices below include USPS shipping within the USA with tracking but without insurance. Insurance adds $12 for USA addresses. International shipping with tracking but without insurance is usually $17 USD. $38 International shipping with insurance. Please send me your address to verify the cost before ordering. USA Customers, I accept and prefer PayPal payments. PayPal charges a 2.9%+.30 fee. It's safe, fast, and easy! Please, add your name, item list and mailing address in the payment note. Email Me for other payment options. 

What?
■ Replace the expensive/out-of-production original battery setup with an 18650 battery adapter.
■ Future-Proof Your Skycontroller with the ability to use inexpensive common 18650 batteries.

Why Upgrade?
■ Skycontroller battery charges but discharges very quickly.
■ Skycontroller was stored and now it just will not charge at all.
■ Break-away from Parrot's proprietary battery design and future-proof your Skycontroller.
■ The original battery's direct replacement is expensive and the same fate is inevitable. The Skycontroller slowly discharges it's connected battery even while powered off...over-discharging until the battery is destroyed.
■ Need a backup or replacement power option?
■ Fully replace the original battery and power a Skycontroller 2 or Skycontroller 3 with common 18650 Li-Ion Rechargeable batteries.

Notes & Tips:
■ Remove batteries by pressing through bottom of tray.
■ Insert batteries exactly as described per specific version diagram. Failure to do so can be disasterous for batteries and Skycontroller.
■ Do not charge installed 18650 batteries with the original kit charger while in the Skycontroller. Remove all 18650 batteries from the Skycontroller and charge with an appropriate 18650 Battery Charger.
■ Disconnect the battery after a day of use and before storage at about 65% charge to promote battery health and longevity. Skycontrollers can discharge batteries even while powered off.
■ Keep extra 18650 batteries charged and ready.
■ The original battery's blue wire (thermister) is deleted, not needed and does not effect operation.
■ The in-app on-screen realtime flight telemetry remains intact and unaffected by this upgrade.
■ 18650 Batteries have a potential capacity/runtime rating listed on labels as the mAh number. A higher mAh number is better but current 18650 are still limited to a maximum possible capacity of about 3600mAh per cell and some sellers over-boost numbers on labels. I've used inexpensive knock-offs that out-performed the actual brand name cells costing 2x more. Stick with brand name cells from a reliable source.
■ Using 18650 cells with over-charge/over-discharge "Protection" circuits is highly recommended. Expect a very snug but safe fit.
■ A simple inexpensive 18650 Battery Charger is required to charge 18650 Batteries separate from the Skycontroller.

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Quality Statement - Built to NASA High-Reliability Hand-Soldering fabrication, process, and verification standards. All OEM connectors, high-grade silicone wiring, and high-quality gold plated connectors with appropriate wire sizes matched to specific applications in alignment with industry standards. 
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#SC2
- 18650 Battery Tray Power Adapter for Parrot Skycontroller 2 (for SC2 version 1 with Silver control sticks, fully replaces the original retangular 2S battery).
- Adapts common 18650 Li-Ion batteries to power the SC2. Highest Quality. Charge batteries separate from the SC2 with an appropriate 18650 battery charger. Batteries & Charger Not Included.: $27 USD Email Me


































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#SC2P 
- 18650 Battery Tray Power Adapter for Parrot Skycontroller 2P (for SC2P with Black control sticks, fully replaces the original cylindrical 1S battery).
- Adapts 1 or 2 common 18650 Li-Ion batteries to power the SC2P. Installing 2 cells potentially doubles runtime. Highest Quality. Charge batteries separate from the SC2P with an appropriate 18650 battery charger. Easy removal of the battery clip plate in the battery bay is required. VIDEO. Batteries & Charger Not Included.: $27 USD Email Me


































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#SC3
- 18650 Battery Tray Power Adapter for Parrot Skycontroller 3 (for SC3 Anafi, fully replaces the original cylindrical 1S battery).
- Adapts a common 18650 Li-Ion battery to power the SC3. Highest Quality. Charge battery separate from the SC3 with an appropriate 18650 battery charger. Easy removal of the battery strap plate in the battery bay is required. VIDEO. Battery & Charger Not Included.: $27 USD Email Me























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#SCRR
SkyController Repair Service 
- Parrot SkyController 1, 2 & 3. 
Repair USB Port Connector damage. Bricked Unit/Stuck Firmware Update Fix. Battery Reconfigurations. Connector Replacements. Custom work available upon request. Just Ask.: 
$15 USD initial diagnostic inspection only. Additional cost per required repair. Return shipping not included. I try to keep all costs as inexpensive as possible. USD Email Me

If you made it down here, feel you've got this and want to expedite your order...use my quick PayPal.Me payment link adding your Name, Adapter Selection and Mailing Address into the payment notes. It's fast, easy & safe. If you would rather use EMAIL, please do. Questions are always welcomed.

posted by Christopher R. Smith (Littlehorn) @ 2:22 PM 0 comments

Sunday, April 21, 2019

For Sale - Parrot Bebop, Disco, & Skycontroller Power & Charge Cables

The.High.Pro.Glow - Custom Cables

For All Versions of Parrot Drones, Controllers, & Batteries


** PLEASE READ EVERYTHING **  I have a professional work life combined with an ultra-busy family life. I make cables as a side project because people need these specialized items. Unfortunately, too many people do not read anything on this page before ordering and cant seem to send their mailing addresses. So, I have to disable the instant ordering/payment links for a while. Please, compile your order then email me for a payment link. Questions Are Welcomed.

Prices Include Shipping to US Addresses. USPS shipping recently increased. Sorry!

What?  -I am offering a wide array of cable/adapter solutions built to NASA fabrication standards using the genuine OEM connectors to help keep all models/versions of Parrot Bebops, the Disco, and Skycontrollers powered and working better for longer. I make these cables/adapters for my own use and now for anyone else that can see the benefits. I will explain each cable and their intended use and the benefits they offer.

Why?  -There are many reasons that cables/adapters are needed when departing from the proprietary stock charging and powering setups of the Parrot Bebops, Discos, and Skycontrollers. Specifically, the proprietary stock powering and charging systems are rather weak, expensive, and some ar no longer available. Most of the setups are not providing adequate maintenance to keep battery packs healthy for long-term use and they do not convey adequate information about what is happening within battery packs. Simply charge and hope everything is good to go. Costing users time and money and confidence when an aircraft drops for no apparent reason. This outcome can be avoided with a little knowledge and practicing a little care. 

Purpose?  -Better Balance Charging, reliable power as expected, extending longevity, adaptation between stock proprietary connections and common aftermarket options. These cables adapt Bebop 2 (LiPo), Bebop 2 Power (LiHV), Bebop-Pro (LiHV), the Parrot Disco (LiPo), and Skycontroller (SC2/LiPo, SC2P/Li-Ion) battery packs to typical aftermarket Balance Chargers..so you can ditch the stock chargers..and adapt common R/C power systems and batteries to the stock connections.

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Quality Statement! -Built to NASA High-Reliability Hand-Soldering fabrication, process, and verification standards. All OEM connectors, high-grade silicone wiring, and high-quality gold plated connectors with appropriate wire sizes matched to specific applications in alignment with industry standards. 

Aftermarket Balance Chargers have specific connections with a few options of different connector types. I can match connectors to chargers upon request. The Red&Black 4mm Banana connectors are for typical 4-button balance chargers, some use Red Dean's T-Plug type connectors, or Yellow XT-60 for iSDT chargers and the Parrot Disco charging setups. Other connectors available. If you are not sure what you need, just Email Me.

The prices below include USPS shipping within the USA with tracking but without insurance. Insurance adds $12 for USA addresses. International shipping with tracking but without insurance is usually $17 USD. $38 International shipping with insurance. Please send me your address to verify the cost before ordering. USA Customers, I accept PayPal payments via the links below. PayPal charges a 2.9%+.30 fee. It's safe, fast, and easy! Please, add your address in the payment note. Email Me for other payment options. 

-- Use the links below to purchase cables --
BEFORE PLACING ORDERS
PLEASE NOTE:
**Prices includes shipping.
(**Please, Contact Me Before Placing International Orders)
-- Please, use the PayPal links provided. It is safe, easy, and free!
-- Please, add a note in PayPal listing the ordered item(s) and your shipping address.
-- Please, combine multi-cable orders into one by changing the total amount in PayPal before completing the payment process.
-- Please, DO NOT inhale fumes from smoking cables.

#C1 - Parrot Bebop 1 Charge Adapter Cable. Charge stock Bebop 1 battery packs with an aftermarket balance charger: $15 USD

    #C2 (pictured "A" top or "B" bottom ) - Parrot Bebop 2, Bebop 2 Power, Bebop-Pro Balance Charge Cable. Charge any Bebop 2 type battery with an aftermarket balance charger. "#C2A" = 4mm Banana plugs common R/C chargers. "#C2B" = XT60 connector for iSDT chargers.: $35 - Stock Low. Email Me for availability.

      #C3 - Parrot Disco Balance Charge Cable. Charge the Disco battery pack with an aftermarket balance charger: $25 USD Email Me

        #C4 - Parrot Skycontroller 1 (Red, Yellow, Blue) Power Adapter Cable. Adapts any 3S LiPo battery pack to power the SC1 (R/Y/B versions). Can also be used to provide bench-power to the Bebop 1: $14 USD

        #C5 - Parrot Skycontroller 1 Black Edition Power Adapter Cable. Adapts a common 3S LiPo battery pack to power the SC1 Black Edition. Also can be used to provide bench-power to the Bebop 2. Battery Not Included.: $26 USD



          #C6 - Parrot Skycontroller 2 - Battery Power Adapter Cable. Adapts a common 2S LiPo battery pack to power the SC2 v1. Battery Not Included.: $18 USD




          #C7 - Parrot Skycontroller 2 - 2S Battery Charge Cable. Charge the stock Ver.1 Flat 2S LiPo Modified or Unmodified Battery. (Add $5 to include a JST-XH Balance Lead, shown below in gallery): $18 USD Email Me




          #C8 - 5.5mm to XT60 Adapter Cable. Adapts Wall Power Supply cable with a 5.5mm connector to iSDT Charger's power input XT60 connector : $10 USD


             #C9 - Parrot Skycontroller 2, 2P & 3 - 18650 Battery Power Adapters. Replaces original battery. Adapts 1 or 2 common 18650 Li-Ion batteries to power the Skycontroller. $27 USD Skycontroller Adapter Details HERE


            #C10 - Parrot Skycontroller 2P (SC2P) - 1S Battery Charge Cable (Ver. 2P Cylindrical Li-Ion Battery). Adapter to charge the stock cylindrical battery with an aftermarker charger: $19 USD Email Me


            #C11 - JST-XH 2S Battery Balance Lead Pre-Cut & Bridge/Soldered. (needed for Skycontroller 2 Ver.1 flat LiPo Balance Charge Modification)($5 uncut/unsoldered shown below in gallery): $9 USD


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            posted by Christopher R. Smith (Littlehorn) @ 4:20 PM 18 comments