F1C timer

[Anonymous]

hello to everybody.

I’m looking for the timer for my new F1c, but I have a lot of problems to find it.

But Seelig timers are not available? I’ve search all the web…..nothing! 😥

I’ve found an F1C timer on freeflightsupplies, but I’m not sure that it will be good. And I do not like the electronic timers…too much expensive! 😳 😳

What kind of timers do you use for f1c? and where can I buy a mechanic timer with a good spring and 5 functions, like the old seelig?

Thanks for your help.

Ciao!!!

Stefano

[Anonymous]

Hello

Well I just got a shipment of suitable timers in this past week. Full function F1C mechanical timer for $70.00.

They would also work beautiful for the new Vintage FAI power event.

You can see it on my website:

http://www.glidetek.com/Timers/Timers.asp

This is a 5 function timer with auto start button so that you can get accurate engine runs.

I also have F1G/F1B timers coming in this week, 4 function, very light weight for smaller models. They would be ideal also for small gas models using a pinch off. They cost $60.00. The weight is .40 ounces, 11.5 grams.

[Dean McGinnes]

Dave,

I noticed in the photos that the function lines from the timer have loops that are held by a simple crimp fastner.

What are the lines made of, and what is used for the crimp?

Thanques

[Anonymous]

Lake,
I believe the timer sold by Freeflight Supplies in England is a good quality product. It is based on the same clockwork movement used by the Russians (Verbitski etc.) before the electronic timers.

John

[Anonymous]

From what you see for actuator lines on my website, there are a couple of differenct materials used.

Shown on the rubber model is monofilament line that is looped and then two overhand knots. You can see that on the timer actuator lever there are colored pieces of small shrink tubing used, and then matching tubing on the monofilament line so that you are getting the right lines on the right lever. Shrink the tubing down. There is also a second knot to keep the shrink tubing from slipping on the line.

Monofilament is stretchy, and lengthens with temperature and humidity as I forgot to check at the last NATS in F1B. Not enough tension allows the rear hammer to release and DT after launch.

I also use small stranded and coated stainless wire, and use a small piece of brass tubing crimped for the loop. Usually with this setup you need to add a spring to allow for some takeup.

[Anonymous]

@John Buskell wrote:

Lake,
I believe the timer sold by Freeflight Supplies in England is a good quality product. It is based on the same clockwork movement used by the Russians (Verbitski etc.) before the electronic timers.

John

thanks for your opinion.
I’ve found from my friends a chinese timere, I belive made aruond 1990, new and strong.

I think it may be good for my first F1C, I will try.

One question: now everybody use electronic timers?

Ciao.

Lake

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