and I really don't see a reason to compare apples to oranges. Real viper grip is resin, so resin it

and I really don't see a reason to compare apples to oranges. Real viper grip is resin, so resin it should be (RS, TH). But real flanker grip is not resin, so it's kinda weird to be talking about MCGU/FLNKR as swinging a club on the end of an extension

nubbinsOP•6/29/24, 8:00 PM

Not like the rhino is "inadequate" for any of these grips sooo

Nnubbins and I really don't see a reason to compare apples to oranges. Real viper grip is...

mechsicko•6/29/24, 8:58 PM

Many real grips are resin but viper and warthog are both investment cast aluminum, which feels much different than zinc and feels closer to plastic. Essex still makes them.. I’ll link later when I get home

Mmechsicko Many real grips are resin but viper and warthog are both investment cast aluminu...

nubbinsOP•6/29/24, 9:07 PM

interesting.

nubbinsOP•6/29/24, 9:09 PM

I think F18 and F15 center grip are not metallic?

Nnubbins I think F18 and F15 center grip are not metallic?

mechsicko•6/30/24, 1:39 AM

F18 for sure resin but I think F15 is also

mechsicko•6/30/24, 2:52 AM

Confirmed, F15 and F18 are cast resin of sorts, compared to aluminum F16 https://essexindustries.com/products/f-16-fighting-falcon-sidestick-control-grip/
https://essexindustries.com/products/f-15-stick-grip-front-seat/
https://essexindustries.com/products/f-18-stick-grip/

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F-16 FIGHTING FALCON SIDESTICK CONTROL GRIP - Essex Industries

The F-16 Fighting Falcon Sidestick Control Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for flight control, autopilot...

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F-15 STICK GRIP – FRONT SEAT - Essex Industries

The F-15 Stick Grip - Front Seat is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display mana...

Essex Industriesadmin

F-18 STICK GRIP - Essex Industries

The F-18 Stick Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display management, weapo...

mac22443506•6/30/24, 4:32 PM

Just got the pdmg 777
For msfs - no profile so just use another jet as the proxy - but it feels horrible mainly no resistance on the stick -
Anyone got any suggest telem settings to make it feel better?

Jabbers•6/30/24, 8:51 PM

Is there a lead time for the TM->WW and VKB->TM adapters

JJabbers Is there a lead time for the TM->WW and VKB->TM adapters

nubbinsOP•6/30/24, 8:56 PM

VKB adapter is just available

nubbinsOP•6/30/24, 8:56 PM

Shouldn't add appreciable time to your order

Jabbers•6/30/24, 8:57 PM

what about the TM->WW

RoboGeoff•7/1/24, 1:12 AM

If I buy a DIY kit, does anyone have PSU recommendations for that can easily be purchased in US/Canada? For the DIY FFB kit: 57BLF03 x2 + USB

RRoboGeoff If I buy a DIY kit, does anyone have PSU recommendations for that can easily be ...

nubbinsOP•7/1/24, 1:50 AM

what are you looking to buy?

RoboGeoff•7/1/24, 2:04 AM

sorry. Meant to say power supply recommendations

RRoboGeoff sorry. Meant to say power supply recommendations

nubbinsOP•7/1/24, 2:28 AM

ah, am using this right now, no issues but I also run rhino only, not pedals

nubbinsOP•7/1/24, 2:29 AM

couldn't really find a reliable suitable one with the correct barrel plug (there are two different 5.5mm I think?), so I thought I may as well go XT60

nubbinsOP•7/1/24, 2:29 AM

in the future if I revamp the front plate I can just remove the adapter and go straight to XT60

RoboGeoff•7/1/24, 2:47 AM

Thank you, i will look for something similar

RRoboGeoff sorry. Meant to say power supply recommendations

SR-F_Winger_[73]_David•7/1/24, 5:08 AM

Meanwell. Lrs 350/24 works for 2 devices even

SSR-F_Winger_[73]_David Meanwell. Lrs 350/24 works for 2 devices even

RoboGeoff•7/1/24, 12:37 PM

This? What additional wiring should I be looking for as well? https://www.amazon.ca/LRS-350-24-350-4W-Single-Output-Switchable/dp/B013ETVO12/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3A8Z1MOHCPZCK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BKARAl4jP2G-kFY7uEsAPMOn1jVDLqGiaULfYthf9wOlnu69Y5AcwWYbvefbBoJC9keHhcnukdDf_OeZwoTKbCBQcULSmuQNs4sjtK3rbJEsGUTJ4cgwfkFLd-mHsDRE5zLwCWddmG_ILOsUksflPXvCChodm1REZ0ZM5dj70Ndhy5HZ2V44DpTfiB52HXXXxRdK5hDFS2LwiV1l_BCQJMJh1jz7uM3bzeTrgUXc-eEKBlylpJzVTo_K4P7IWTXii6xTG0nAbVpcrOa9kJ8rb1Id8GMYz1HgcpLUPA1khcY.VEO73fbyYJI-qODx17kYr0ehgR5vLnlHzOFiYweVlQ8&dib_tag=se&keywords=meanwell+lrs+350+24&qid=1719837370&sprefix=meanwell+lrs+350+24%2Caps%2C339&sr=8-6

MEAN WELL LRS-350-24 350.4W 24V 14.6 Amp Single Output Switchable P...

350.4W 24V 14.6A Single Output Switchable Power Supply 24 Volts 14.6 Amps Features • AC input range selectable by a switch • Withstand 300 VAC surge input for 5 seconds • No load power consumption • 1U low profile • High operating temperature, up to 70°C • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / ...

j9murphy•7/1/24, 12:51 PM

could the power supply that is in the prebuilt ffb base also power another motor for ffb pedals? If not, I already have a 1000w meanwell 24v power supply (UHP-1000-24), could that be swapped in to power both?

LLastRonin Looks like the Virpil FLNKR grip has modules like the VKB Gunfighter Ultimate

BigBANGtheory•7/1/24, 1:07 PM

I like the look of the Virpil FLNKR grip for me it will come down to the weight and whether I want to swap out the CM2 grip and how much that will be. I find the CM2 is a good choice with the Rhino for flightsims and then I use the Alpha primes on non-ffb bases for space sims

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lolof1•7/1/24, 1:54 PM

Thank you so much for my #Rhino #591

Mmechsicko Many real grips are resin but viper and warthog are both investment cast aluminu...

Austringer•7/1/24, 2:04 PM

Warthog is not aluminum, it's what's called "pot metal"

RRoboGeoff This? What additional wiring should I be looking for as well? https://www.amazon...

SR-F_Winger_[73]_David•7/1/24, 2:18 PM

https://www.amazon.de/dp/B08R3T22YV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B07SHVNLTJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And a 3D printed cover if you want to make sure noone touches the contacts and causes a short.
I am using self extinguishing, hardly flammable filament. Just to be 100% sure.

GINTOOYUN Gleichstrom-Pigtails-Kabel, 3FT DC 5.5MM x 2.1MM Stecker ...

Das 12-V-Gleichstrom-Stecker-Anschlusskabel ist geeignet für Überwachungskameras, DVRs, Überwachungssysteme, LED-Lampen oder andere 2,1 x 5,5 mm Gleichstrom-Geräte usw. Das DC-Kabel endet in Rot (positiv)/Schwarz (negativ) für eine leichte Identifikation. 3. Das Kabelende ist abisolierter und ver...

3Dman 15A 250V Rocker Switch On/Off Power Socket Inlet Module Plug ...

3Dman 15A 250V Rocker Switch On/Off Power Socket Inlet Module Plug 10A Fuse Switch with 18 AWG Wiring 3 Pin - 2pcs

BBigBANGtheory I like the look of the Virpil FLNKR grip for me it will come down to the weight ...

Diverzant•7/1/24, 2:47 PM

FLNKR at least on photos looks like renamed VKB MCGU

Fr4Ged•7/1/24, 2:56 PM

well, the FLNKR, MCG and MongoosT-50 are all made after the Su-27

Diverzant•7/1/24, 3:07 PM

SU-35, but yeah

Diverzant•7/1/24, 3:08 PM

Oh look, I became green

AAustringer Warthog is not aluminum, it's what's called "pot metal"

mechsicko•7/1/24, 3:12 PM

Real Warthog grip, not TM's tribute version. Real Warthog grip has no pinky paddle and terminates straight at the bottom for center mounting unlike F16 that has a 13deg fwd angle for side stick ergonomy. But just like the F16 grip it is derrived from, it is investment cast aluminum https://essexindustries.com/products/a-10-flight-control-stick-grip/

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A-10 FLIGHT CONTROL STICK GRIP - Essex Industries

This Flight Control Stick Grip is the primary pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and weapons system control on the Fairchild A-10.

Jj9murphy could the power supply that is in the prebuilt ffb base also power another motor...

Hiob•7/1/24, 3:22 PM

Yes, it would easily power three or four Rhinos......

RReed I hate thet all the grips are going light weight metal. I prefer the lighter alp...

blave549•7/1/24, 4:00 PM

... And I love it. I had Alpha and Alpha Prime... I went back to TM's A-10C and F/A-18 grips. But I'm def getting a FLNKR. it feels super nice in the hand, and the new hat design is very clever.

blave549•7/1/24, 4:10 PM

BTW I know I mentioned this "somewhere" but the hat design of the FLNKR is new. When you press down slightly on the hat to actuate the center switch, it gets "locked to center" so that the other four (or 8? I don't know) switches cannot also be activated. That was the main thing I didn't like about the Alpha grips.

Old Prospector•7/1/24, 4:21 PM

Flnkr, 220cm, Rhino is my goal

HHiob Yes, it would easily power three or four Rhinos......

j9murphy•7/1/24, 4:58 PM

the psu that comes in the rhino, or the 1000 watt one I have?

Jj9murphy the psu that comes in the rhino, or the 1000 watt one I have?

Hiob•7/1/24, 5:10 PM

The 1000W piece

Bob Bushman•7/1/24, 5:12 PM

The regular rhino doesn't have an internal psu, just your regulsr 180w power brick.

Jj9murphy the psu that comes in the rhino, or the 1000 watt one I have?

Hiob•7/1/24, 5:15 PM

Important is the Amps the PSU can deliver. The more the better of course, but you can limit the power draw of the motors in the software. So when your PSU can deliver 40 Amps (make sure that the Amps can be delivered on the rail you are using if the PSU has more than one) you can power 4 motors with 10 Amps each or 5 with 8 and so on.

j9murphy•7/1/24, 5:27 PM

single rail, 42A

Hiob•7/1/24, 5:33 PM

Plenty powerful enough.

Fierce_Fire•7/1/24, 5:39 PM

Think mine is ~14A for 2 of the strongest motors

Bblave549 BTW I know I mentioned this "somewhere" but the hat design of the FLNKR is new. ...

walmis•7/1/24, 7:43 PM

the ALPS switches work that way on my T50CM2 on the Rhino

Fenrir•7/1/24, 7:46 PM

Hi all, some assistance required - I am looking to use a VKB Tomcat Grip with the VP Rhino - I want to floor mount the Rhno and need ~200mm extension by my calculations; can I use the VKB one or will I need a third party, and what adapters will be required?
Many thanks in advance.

walmis•7/1/24, 7:48 PM

You can use either a Virpil extension or a VKB extension. I'd recommend a Virpil extension + VKB adapter on top since the M36 thread is more robust vs the VKB nipple for a long extension.

Wwalmis You can use either a Virpil extension or a VKB extension. I'd recommend a Virpil...

Fenrir•7/1/24, 7:49 PM

Walmis, you are a scholar and a gent; many thanks!

FlyingEstee•7/1/24, 9:00 PM

Anyone here using a NLR Flight Sim Pro with the Rhino?
How are you securing it?

WhereNoLarkFlew•7/1/24, 9:34 PM

Haven’t checked in since the competitor announcements.

WhereNoLarkFlew•7/1/24, 9:35 PM

Hope all is well, rooting for Walmis and VPForce to continue to grow. The only way this news has impacted me is I’m now willing to run my Rhino at ‘full’ power.

WWhereNoLarkFlew Hope all is well, rooting for Walmis and VPForce to continue to grow. The only w...

Reed•7/2/24, 12:36 AM

ive been full power since day 1 lol

VPforceBot•7/2/24, 11:25 AM

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and I really don't see a reason to compare apples to oranges. Real viper grip is resin, so resin it

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