DLE Engines DLE 20CC Gas RC Aircraft Engine for RC Plane with Electronic Ignition and Muffler
The DLE-20 Gas Engine includes a beam mount for fast, easy installation. A rear pumper carb simplifies installation and adjustment. A generous package of "extras" and electronic ignition for starting ease make the DLE-20 an attractive, affordable option with the power to really move your Radio-Control aircraft. Flies on a 30 to 1 gas to 2-cycle engine oil mixture and delivers 2.5 horsepower at 9,000 rpm. Total engine weight is less than two pounds - perfect power for larger planes at minimum weight.
* DLE 20CC Engine
* spark plug
* ignition
* muffler
* muffler gasket
* two 5x20mm
* muffler bolts
* instruction manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Output Power: 2.5 HP at 9,000 RPM
Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Static Thrust: 6 kg Pulling Force/100 meters altitude . 5.3 kg Pulling Force/1,800 meters altitude
Displacement: 1.22cu in (20cc)
Bore and Stroke: 1.3 x 1.0" (32 x 25mm)
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Weight: Engine: 22.93oz.(650g)
Exhaust: 1.76oz (50g)
Ignition: 4.23oz (120g)
Total: 28.9oz (820g)
Gasoline/Oil Mixture: 30:1
Gasoline Octane Rating: 87-93
Recommended Propellers: 14x10, 15x8, 16x6, 16x8, 17x6, 18x6 (break-in prop not specified)
Ignition Battery: 4.8V min,max as marked on electronic ignition unit. If marked 6V max, BEC required if LiPo battery used. Newer ones may be marked 4.8V to 8.4V.
Replacement Spark Plug: CM3, DLEG2126
Spark Plug Gap: 0.018 - 0.020"
Plug Installation Torque: 7 - 8ft-lbs, Carburetor Adjustments;
Low Speed Needle: 1.5 turns out as a starting point, adjust for a smooth idle and a reliable transition to high throttle
High Speed Needle: 1.5-2 turns out from closed, adjust needle to peak RPM, if engine slows or dies at full throttle, the high-speed mixture is likely too lean
Height from bottom/Crankcase to top of Cylinder Head: 5.4" (138mm)
Height/bottom/of Mounting Tab to top of Cylinder Head: 3.4" (87.5mm)
Width of Cylinder Head: 2.5" (65mm)
Width at Mounting Tabs: 2.8" (70.5mm)
Distance/Mounting Hole Centers Same Side: 1.0" (26mm)
Distance/Mounting Hole Centers Opposite Side: 2.4" (60mm)
Height of Exhaust Opening: 0.42" (10.8mm)
Width of Exhaust Opening: 0.83" (21mm)
Length from Carburetor to Front Bearing: 4.5" (114mm)
Length from Carburetor to Prop Hub: 5.1" (130mm)
Total Height of Muffler including Exhaust Pipe: 3.8" (96mm)
Center of Muffler Exhaust Opening to end of Pipe: 2.4" (61mm)
Muffler Width: 2" (52.1mm)
Exhaust Pipe Inner Diameter: 0.56" (14.2mm)
Crankshaft thread size: 8mm x 1mm
REQUIREMENTS
* Gasoline with at least 87 octane rating
* 2-cycle oil, mix ratio for this engine is 30 parts gas to one part oil and must be followed exactly for warranty consideration and optimum performance
* 4.8 - 6V NiMH/NiCd, or 6.6V LiFe or 7.4V LiPo battery for ignition (separate receiver style pack can be used)
NOTE : 1st version ignition is marked 'A-01' on the label and requires a regulator if using 2S LiPo/LiFe battery. If ignition module is the A-02 model it has a built-in voltage regulator. Model A-02 designation is located above the word "Ignition" on top of the case**
FEATURES
* Two sealed bearings on crankshaft-simple design for lighter weight
* Beam mounting allows easy fit in the same mount as comparable glow engines
* Aluminum alloy crankcase with advanced CNC machining
* Rear mounted pumper carburetor ensures easier installation and smooth idling and dependable fuel flow during flights
* Fully automatic electronic ignition