- Brand: Blade
- Model Number: BLH3307
- Product Type: Carbon Fibre Main Shaft with Collar & Hardware
- Material: Carbon Fibre
- Compatible Models: Blade Nano CP X, Blade Nano S2, Blade Nano S3
- Includes: Carbon Fibre Main Shaft, Collar, Hardware
- Purpose: Replacement main shaft for micro RC helicopter drivetrain
Overview
The Blade Carbon Fiber Main Shaft with Collar & Hardware is an essential replacement component for owners of Blade Nano CP X, Nano S2, and Nano S3 RC helicopters. Whether you're a seasoned RC helicopter pilot in the UK or just discovering the world of micro RC flying, this precision-engineered main shaft is designed to deliver the reliability and performance that Blade is recognised for across the RC hobby community. As a critical drivetrain component, the main shaft is subject to significant stress during flight operations, making it one of the parts most likely to require replacement during the lifetime of your helicopter.
Crafted from high-quality carbon fibre, this main shaft combines lightweight construction with exceptional strength and rigidity. The carbon fibre material ensures minimal flex during high-speed rotor rotation, which is essential for maintaining stability and control precision in these ultra-compact RC helicopters. The shaft arrives complete with collar and hardware, meaning you have everything needed for installation without sourcing additional components. This is the authentic Blade replacement part, guaranteeing perfect compatibility with your Nano series helicopter.
If you've experienced a bent or damaged main shaft, or you're simply maintaining a spare for your RC helicopter kit, this is the genuine component you need. RC Model Shop stocks this popular Blade spare part, ensuring UK-based helicopter enthusiasts have reliable access to authentic replacement components without delay.
Key Features
- Carbon Fibre Construction — The shaft is manufactured from carbon fibre, which provides an excellent strength-to-weight ratio that is critical in micro RC helicopter design where every gram matters, ensuring your helicopter maintains optimal flight characteristics and responsiveness.
- Complete Assembly with Collar & Hardware — This part arrives ready to install with the collar and all necessary hardware included, eliminating the need to source fasteners separately and ensuring you have a complete solution for main shaft replacement.
- Precision Engineering — As an official Blade replacement part, this shaft is engineered to exact specifications, guaranteeing perfect fit and alignment with your helicopter's gearbox and rotor head assembly for consistent performance.
- Compatible with Multiple Nano Models — The shaft is compatible with Blade Nano CP X, Nano S2, and Nano S3 helicopters, making it a versatile spare for users with multiple models in their RC helicopter fleet.
- Authentic OEM Component — This is the genuine Blade part (BLH3307), not an aftermarket alternative, ensuring you receive the exact component your helicopter was engineered to use.
Technical Performance
The main shaft is a critical component in the drivetrain of micro RC helicopters, responsible for transferring power from the main motor through the main gear to drive the rotor head assembly. In the Nano CP X, Nano S2, and Nano S3 models, this shaft operates at extremely high rotational speeds whilst maintaining precise alignment with the swashplate mechanism that controls pitch and collective control inputs. The carbon fibre construction provides the rigidity necessary to prevent deflection under load, which would otherwise cause vibration, loss of control responsiveness, and potential damage to the precision swashplate assembly. The included collar ensures proper axial positioning of the shaft within the helicopter's frame, whilst the hardware (fasteners) secures the shaft and collar in the correct orientation. The lightweight nature of carbon fibre construction is particularly important in these ultra-compact helicopter models where weight distribution directly impacts hover stability and flight envelope. Blade's engineering ensures this shaft meets the demanding requirements of both casual flyers and competitive helicopter pilots in the UK RC helicopter community.
What's in the Box
- Carbon Fibre Main Shaft with collar and hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this the correct main shaft for my Blade Nano helicopter? — Yes, this is the genuine Blade replacement main shaft (BLH3307) compatible with Blade Nano CP X, Nano S2, and Nano S3 RC helicopters. Always verify your helicopter model before ordering to ensure compatibility.
- What does the main shaft do in an RC helicopter? — The main shaft transfers rotational power from the main motor through the main gear assembly to drive the rotor head, which ultimately spins the main rotor blades. It's one of the most critical components in the drivetrain and must be perfectly straight and rigid to maintain flight stability and control precision.
- Why might I need to replace the main shaft? — Main shafts can become bent or damaged through crashes, hard landings, or collisions with obstacles. Even slight bending can cause vibration, loss of control responsiveness, and potential secondary damage to connected components like the swashplate assembly. A bent main shaft should be replaced immediately to restore proper helicopter performance.
- Does this include everything I need to install it? — Yes, this part includes the carbon fibre shaft, collar, and all necessary hardware (fasteners) for installation. You will need basic RC helicopter tools (typically included in most Nano helicopter kits) and mechanical knowledge to perform the replacement, but no additional components are required.
- Why is carbon fibre better than other materials for this part? — Carbon fibre offers exceptional strength combined with very low weight, which is essential in micro RC helicopters. It resists bending under the high rotational loads experienced during flight, maintaining the precise alignment required for stable hovering and responsive control inputs. This results in better flight performance compared to heavier alternative materials.
- Can I use this shaft on other Blade helicopter models? — This shaft is specifically designed for Blade Nano CP X, Nano S2, and Nano S3 models. Other Blade helicopter models may use different shaft designs, so always verify compatibility before purchasing.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the BLH Carbon Fiber Main Shaft with Collar & Hardware: Nano CP X Z-BLH3307 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
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