Thrust Stand for Mid-Sized UAVs
Measure up to 50 kgf of thrust and 30 Nm of torque. Includes powerful software for testing up to 8 motors and propellers simultaneously.
Measure vibration, evaluate ESC responsiveness, and characterize the dynamic response of motors and propellers with precision timing.
Adhering to ASTM E74/E2624 standards to provide the most precise measurements on the market — ±0.5% of the measured value.
I/O API to read and control extra sensors, CAN ESCs, and more. Fully control the software and automate complex test sequences using Python.
Both models measure up to 50 kgf of thrust and 30 Nm of torque. The Pro adds higher sampling rate, ASTM calibration, and additional inputs.
| Standard | Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | 50 kgf | 50 kgf |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Rotation speed | 30,000 RPM | 30,000 RPM |
| Voltage | 180 V | 180 V |
| Current | 200 A | 200 A |
| Sampling rate | 100 Hz | 1,000 Hz |
| Calibration | Internal standard | ASTM standard |
| Extra analog inputs | No | Yes |
| Error type | Constant on full range | Based on measured value |
| Temperature sensor | 1× PT-100 | PT-100 + IR sensor |
Compare motor-propeller combinations in single motor or dual motor configurations to get the full performance picture.
Test individual motors and propellers for baseline performance data.
Test coaxial configurations with minimal spacing between motors.
Test tandem configurations with motors facing the same direction.
Test staggered configurations for optimal airflow analysis.
Included with every Flight Stand — manual or fully automated control with comprehensive data acquisition and analysis tools.
Motor Performance Mapping
Propeller Efficiency vs. Airspeed
Dynamic Propeller Balancing
Thrust to Power Ratios
Fast Fourier Transformation
Master propulsion testing with our free training course — complete with resources, tutorials, checklists and videos to support your test success every step of the way.
Learn MoreThe Flight Stand 50 ships as a complete testing kit — everything you need to start testing immediately.
High-precision load cell with ±0.5% accuracy for thrust and torque measurements.
Voltage, current, and power monitoring with real-time data acquisition.
Universal mounting system compatible with most drone motors and propellers.
Wireless connectivity and data synchronization between measurement units.
Non-contact rotational speed measurement with high accuracy.
Robust aluminium frame providing a stable platform for all testing configurations.
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Dual temperature sensors for motor and ambient temperature monitoring.
Note: Motors, propellers, and ESCs are not included and must be sourced by the customer.
Select the right Flight Stand 50 for your testing needs and budget.
Testing BLDC motors, propellers and ESCs across the full spectrum of real-world conditions.
Detect and correct propeller imbalances to reduce vibration and improve flight performance.
Test long-term reliability and performance degradation under continuous operation conditions.
Analyze electronic speed controller response and efficiency with various motor loads.
Test multiple powertrains simultaneously for distributed electric propulsion systems.
Measure battery performance and discharge characteristics under various load conditions.
Recreate real flight profiles in controlled testing environments for validation and optimization.
Six engineering decisions that set it apart from every other thrust stand on the market.
Solid state measurement system with no bearings or hinges for zero-friction accuracy.
Load cell calibrated to meet ASTM E74/E2428 standard for industry-recognized accuracy.
Compact shape reduces interference and mimics real drone arm design for authentic results.
In back-to-back testing, motors are separated by only 150 mm, matching real aircraft geometry.
Easy to use, comprehensive software included with every Flight Stand — no hidden costs.
Remotely control your Flight Stand from any computer on your network — no cable tethering.
Real feedback from drone manufacturers, research labs and aerospace engineers.
"We discovered your low cost sUAS propeller test stand at AUVSI and I think you guys have done an outstanding job bringing this tool to the community. Keep up the great work!"
Robert McSwain
Aerospace Engineer
NASA Langley Research Center
"We used Flight Stand 50 to test subscale prototypes of our VTOL model. We used an in-house wind tunnel setup and the test stand worked beautifully."
Kyle Werner
Engineer
BETA Technologies
"Having a reliable ready-to-use-out-of-the-box thrust stand solution was critical to meeting our need to test often and quickly iterate on designs in our development of a toroidal propeller."
Dr. Thomas Sebastian
Senior Staff, Structural & Thermal-Fluids Engineering
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
"We put our Flight Stand on a weighted cart we can roll onto the ramp. One of our favorite features is the ability to easily integrate it into larger systems to test new power systems together with propellers."
Mark Strauss
CEO
Wave Aerospace
"The Flight Stand has been fundamental in our efforts at UVIC CfAR to size a motor and propeller for our 21 kg hybrid-electric multirotor. The ability to automate testing has helped ensure consistent results."
Nicholas Castellani
Mechanical Engineer
UVIC CfAR
"The out of the box capability coupled with ease of use and powerful software made the Tyto DEP system a no brainer. We couldn't have built this capability from the ground up with the same budget or timeline."
Brandon Piening
Research Engineer
AIR Hub
The Flight Stand 50 kit includes: thrust stand hardware, 1 motor mounting plate, 1 force measurement unit, 1 electrical measurement unit, 1 sync hub, 1 optical RPM probe, 2 temperature sensors, complimentary software for system control and data acquisition, and a complimentary training course covering stand setup and propulsion testing theory. The Pro model includes an additional IR temperature sensor. Coaxial Flight Stand kits include an additional sync hub, ground rails, and hardware for securing the stands.
Motors, propellers, and ESCs are not included and must be sourced by the customer.
The Flight Stand 50 comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Extended warranty and MRO packages are available upon request. Contact us for full details and conditions.
Standard model Flight Stands are calibrated according to an internal standard with 26 points of push & pull for thrust, and 30 points CW & CCW for torque. Pro model Flight Stands are calibrated according to ASTM standards: ASTM E74 with 211 points of push & pull for thrust, and ASTM E2428 with 213 points CW & CCW for torque.
The kit includes a motor mounting plate used to mount your motor on the stand. The plate has pre-drilled slots where screws pass through into the holes on your motor. The plate is then mounted on the Flight Stand's force measurement unit (FMU) using the standoffs provided.
The stand is not designed for use in water.
Talk to our team for pricing, lead times, Standard vs Pro guidance, and configuration options.