Thrust stand for large drones and eVTOL

Flight Stand 150

Measure up to 150 kgf of thrust and 150 Nm of torque

Flight Stand 150

Flight Stand 150

Thrust stand for large drones and eVTOL

1000 Hz sampling rate

Measure vibration, evaluate ESC responsiveness, and characterize the dynamic response of motors and propellers

ASTM calibrated load cell

We adhere to ASTM E74/E2624 standards to provide the most precise measurement on the market (+/-0.5% of the measured value)

I/O API and Python control

I/O API to read and control extra sensors, CAN ESCs, and more. Fully control the software using Python.

Technical specs

Specifications

Specification
Value
Thrust
150 kgf
Torque
150 Nm
Voltage
1000 V
Current
500 A
Rotation speed
16,800 RPM
Sampling rate
1,000 Hz

Test in Several Different Configurations

Compare motor-propeller combinations in single motor or dual motor configurations

Single Motor

Single Motor

Test individual motors and propellers in isolation to understand their performance characteristics

Back-to-back dual motors

Back-to-back dual motors

Test coaxial configurations with motors positioned back-to-back for realistic thrust measurements

Front-to-front dual motors

Front-to-front dual motors

Test tandem configurations with motors positioned front-to-front for distributed propulsion testing

Offset dual motors

Offset dual motors

Test offset configurations to study interference effects between multiple propellers

Unlock Key Performance Data

Motor Performance Mapping

Motor Performance Mapping

Motor Performance Mapping

Propeller Efficiency vs. Airspeed

Propeller Efficiency vs. Airspeed

Dynamic Propeller Balancing

Dynamic Propeller Balancing

Thrust to Power Ratios

Thrust to Power Ratios

Fast Fourier Transformation

Fast Fourier Transformation

Flight Stand Software

Dynamic testing with manual or automatic control

Included with your Flight Stand

Flight Stand Training Course

Features

  • 1,000 Hz sampling rate
  • Real-time testing
  • Manual and automated control
  • Python API
  • Powertrain mapping
  • Automation wizard
  • Multi-powertrain testing (DEP)

Acquired Data

  • Thrust and torque
  • Voltage and current
  • RPM
  • Mechanical and electrical power
  • Propeller efficiency
  • Motor efficiency
  • Overall system efficiency

Automated Tests

  • Flight replay test
  • Endurance test
  • Step test
  • Ramp test
  • Constant thrust testing
  • 90% Settling Time Test
  • + More

Comes with the Flight Stand Training Course

Master propulsion testing with our free training course, providing guidance every step of the way.

Complete with resources, tutorials, checklists and videos to support your test success.

Reviews

Our customers share how our tools helped them build drones and achieve performance goals

"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 the 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 the toroidal propeller."

Dr. Thomas Sebastian

Senior Staff, Structural & Thermal-Fluids Engineering
MIT Lincoln Laboratory

"We put our Flight Stand 150 on a weighted cart that we can roll onto the ramp of our R&D facility. One of our favorite features of Tyto test equipment is the ability to easily integrate it into larger systems - we use it to test new power systems together with propellers."

Mark Strauss

CEO, WaveAerospace

"The Flight Stand 15 has been fundamental in our efforts at UVIC CfAR to size a motor and propeller for our 21kg hybrid-electric multirotor. On top of the comprehensive sensor suite accompanying the stand, the ability to automate testing has helped us to ensure that tests can be consistently performed."

Nicholas Castellani

Mechanical Engineer, UVIC CfAR

"The out of the box capability coupled with the ease of use and powerful software features made the Tyto DEP system a no brainer when we were sourcing a system to test and validate powertrains. We certainly couldn't have built this capability from the ground up with the same budget, let alone timeline."

Brandon Piening

Research Engineer, AIR Hub

FAQ

What is the warranty?

The Flight Stand 150 comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Extended warranty and MRO packages are available upon request. See our complete Terms of Service for full details and conditions.

What is the calibration standard?

The Flight Stand 150 is calibrated according to ASTM standards: ASTM E74 with 213 points of push & pull for thrust, and ASTM E2428 with 213 points CW & CCW for torque.

What is included in the Flight Stand 150 kit?

The Flight Stand 150 kit includes: thrust stand hardware, 1 motor mounting plate, 1 force measurement unit, 1 electrical measurement unit, 1 high voltage measurement unit, 1 sync hub, 1 fiber optic RPM sensor, 2 PT-100 temperature sensors, 1 IR temperature sensor, 1 airspeed pressure sensor, complimentary software for system control and data acquisition, and a complimentary training course that covers stand setup and propulsion testing theory. Coaxial Flight Stand 150 kits include an additional sync hub and hardware for securing the force measurement units.

Are motors, propellers, and ESCs included?

Motors, propellers and ESCs are not included and must be sourced by the customer.

How does the motor mounting plate work?

The Flight Stand 150 kit includes a motor mounting plate that is used to mount your motor on the stand. The plate has pre-drilled slots where screws can pass through the plate and into the holes on your motor. The plate is then mounted on the Flight Stand's force measurement unit using the standoffs provided.

Can the stand be used in water?

Our thrust stands are not designed for use in water.

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HOL-TRIN
Thrust stand for large drones and eVTOL

Flight Stand 150

Measure up to 150 kgf of thrust and 150 Nm of torque

Flight Stand 150 Thrust Stand

Industrial-Grade Thrust Measurement

The Flight Stand 150 is engineered for the most demanding aerospace and defense applications, offering precise measurement of high-thrust propulsion systems. With a massive 150 kgf capacity and rugged construction, it's the ideal solution for testing large UAVs, eVTOL components, and industrial propulsion systems.

High Precision

±0.5% accuracy for thrust and torque measurements

Multi-Parameter

Measure thrust, torque, RPM, current, voltage, and efficiency

Advanced Software

Included RCbenchmark Pro+ software suite

Key Features

Heavy-Duty Load Cell

Industrial-grade load cell provides accurate thrust measurements up to 150 kgf with excellent repeatability and minimal drift.

Advanced RPM Sensing

Dual optical and hall-effect sensors with adaptive filtering for reliable RPM measurement in challenging conditions.

Industrial Connectivity

Ethernet, USB, and CAN bus interfaces with industrial-grade connectors for reliable data transmission.

High-Power Capability

Measure current up to 1000A and voltage up to 500V for testing the most powerful propulsion systems.

Automated Testing

Create complex test sequences with conditional logic and automated reporting.

Rugged Construction

Heavy-duty steel and aluminum construction with IP54 environmental protection.

Technical Specifications

Performance

Thrust 150 kgf
Torque 150 Nm
Voltage 1000 V
Current 500 A
Rotation speed 16,800 RPM
Sampling rate 1,000 Hz
Download the Datasheet
Weight 15.5 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H) 600 × 400 × 250 mm
Material Aerospace aluminum & steel
Mounting M8, M10 threaded holes

What's Included

Flight Stand 150 Kit

Complete Testing System

  • Flight Stand 150 Thrust Stand
  • High-capacity load cell
  • Precision torque sensor
  • Dual optical/hall-effect RPM sensor
  • High-voltage power analyzer
  • Industrial mounting hardware
  • Calibration weight set
  • Rugged transit case
RCbenchmark Pro+ Software

RCbenchmark Pro+ Software

  • Windows and Linux compatible
  • Real-time 3D data visualization
  • Automated test sequences
  • Advanced data export (CSV, Excel, MATLAB, Python)
  • Performance mapping and optimization
  • API for custom integration
  • Multi-stand synchronization

Ideal For

eVTOL Development

Test and validate propulsion systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.

Defense Applications

Precision testing for military UAVs and defense-related propulsion systems.

Industrial Testing

High-power testing for industrial motors and propulsion systems.

Ready for Industrial-Grade Testing?

Contact us today to learn how the Flight Stand 150 can meet your high-power testing requirements.