Overview
The Blade BLH-1696 Tail Boom Clamp for the Fusion 700 helicopter is an essential spare parts pack designed for maintenance, repair and restoration of your aircraft. Whether you are an experienced RC helicopter pilot in the UK or someone who enjoys weekend flying with precision-engineered models, this clamp assembly ensures your helicopter's tail boom remains securely fastened and properly aligned. The tail boom is a critical structural component that requires reliable mounting hardware, making this spare pack an invaluable addition to any RC enthusiast's maintenance kit.
This is an official Blade spare part manufactured to OEM specifications, guaranteeing perfect fitment and performance compatibility with the Fusion 700 helicopter platform. If you operate a Blade Fusion 700 RC helicopter, having replacement tail boom clamps on hand is practical planning that keeps your aircraft airworthy and ready for flight. Damage to mounting hardware during crashes, hard landings or regular wear and tear is common in the hobby, so stocking genuine replacement clamps means you can get back in the air quickly without expensive downtime or waiting for components to arrive from overseas.
RC Model Shop stocks this component as part of our comprehensive range of Blade helicopter spares and upgrades. We understand that RC pilots need reliable, authentic parts when maintenance or repairs are required, which is why we supply only genuine manufacturer components backed by our customer service expertise.
Key Features
- Complete Clamp Assembly Pack — This product supplies two tail boom clamps, giving you a full set for complete tail boom replacement or dual repair capability, ensuring you have enough components for comprehensive maintenance work.
- Matching M3x8mm Bolts Included — The pack contains ten M3x8mm bolts specifically sized and specified for secure fastening of the tail boom clamps to your Fusion 700 airframe, eliminating the need to source hardware separately.
- Frame Washers Supplied — Eight frame washers are included to distribute load evenly across mounting surfaces, protecting your helicopter's frame from stress concentration and potential damage at bolt attachment points.
- Genuine Blade Manufacturer Part — As an official Blade spare part numbered BLH-1696, this component is engineered to exact OEM specifications, guaranteeing perfect compatibility and structural integrity with your Fusion 700 helicopter.
- Easy Installation — The clamp assembly design allows straightforward replacement without special tools or technical knowledge beyond basic RC helicopter maintenance, making this suitable for both experienced and intermediate pilots.
- Durable Construction — Manufactured to withstand the stresses and vibrations inherent in helicopter flight operations, these clamps provide reliable long-term service and maintain consistent mounting integrity over extended use.
Technical Performance
The Blade Tail Boom Clamp assembly is engineered from robust materials designed to withstand the operational stresses of RC helicopter flight. The clamp design distributes mounting forces evenly across the tail boom structure, preventing stress concentration that could lead to structural failure. The inclusion of frame washers is particularly important, as these distribute bolt load across a wider surface area of your helicopter's frame, protecting against deformation or material fatigue at mounting points. The M3x8mm fasteners are precisely sized for Fusion 700 airframe specifications, ensuring proper clamping force without over-tightening that could strip materials or cause misalignment. The dual clamp configuration provides redundant mounting security, with each clamp independently capable of holding the tail boom assembly in perfect alignment. This engineering approach ensures that whether you are performing routine maintenance, replacing damaged components after a hard landing, or conducting a complete tail boom assembly swap, the mounting system maintains the structural integrity and flight characteristics of your Fusion 700 helicopter. The inclusion of ten bolts and eight washers provides sufficient hardware not only for the primary installation but also spare fasteners for future maintenance work.
What's in the Box
- Two Tail Boom Clamps
- Ten M3x8mm Bolts
- Eight Frame Washers
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Blade BLH-1696 Tail Boom Clamp compatible with my Fusion 700 helicopter? — Yes, this is an official Blade spare part designed specifically for the Fusion 700 helicopter platform, and compatibility is confirmed with part number BLH-1696. This is the correct replacement component for your model.
- What makes tail boom clamps essential maintenance items for RC helicopter pilots? — The tail boom is a critical structural component that requires rigid mounting to maintain helicopter stability and flight characteristics. Clamps can become damaged or weakened through crashes, hard landings, or simply through repeated vibration during flight operations. Having replacement clamps ensures you can quickly restore your helicopter to airworthy condition without extended downtime.
- Why are frame washers included in this pack? — Frame washers distribute the clamping force across a wider surface area of your helicopter's frame material. This prevents stress concentration at mounting points that could cause material deformation, cracking, or eventual failure. The washers are essential for protecting your airframe and ensuring long-term reliability.
- Can I use this clamp pack as preventative maintenance? — Absolutely. Many experienced RC helicopter pilots maintain a stock of spare structural components including tail boom clamps. This allows you to replace components proactively before they show signs of wear or damage, rather than waiting for failure during flight operations.
- What is the difference between using genuine Blade parts versus generic alternatives? — Genuine Blade spare parts like the BLH-1696 are engineered to exact OEM specifications, ensuring perfect fitment, correct material properties and structural integrity. Generic alternatives may have dimensional variations that prevent proper installation or may use inferior materials that fail prematurely. Using genuine parts guarantees reliability and maintains your helicopter's performance characteristics.
- How many clamps are included and why two? — This pack supplies two tail boom clamps, which together form a complete mounting assembly for your helicopter's tail boom. The dual-clamp design provides redundant support and even load distribution across the mounting interface, maintaining critical alignment and structural rigidity.
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 Tail Boom Clamp: Fusion 700 Z-BLH-1696 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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