PropBlur 101:PropBlurs: I invented The Original PropBlur in 2000 in California.
I make TWO TYPES of PropBlurs in FOUR SCALES. I produce an affordable, high quality product as a hobby - I try to break even. Have fun. Enjoy. Contact me: propblur@gmail.com |
PropBlurs come in 4 scales:
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ORIGINAL
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PropBlurs - Basics
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ON-HUB
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Different Types of PropBlurs
Original PropBlurs
Original PropBlurs replace propellers one blade at a time. When buying Original PropBlurs, count the # of propeller BLADES.
You need one Original PropBlur for each propeller BLADE. Original PropBlurs come in 4 scales: 1/32nd, 1/148th, 1/72nd & 1/144th scales.
On-Hub PropBlurs
On-Hub PropBlurs are used to replace an entire propeller and ALL its propeller blades. One On-Hub PropBlur Unit replaces an entire Propeller.
Use one On-Hub PropBlur Unit per engine. Follow these steps to buy correct On-Hub PropBlurs, in the Scale, Quantity, and number of Blades you need:
A. On-Hub PropBlurs come in 3 different Scales: 1/48th, 1/72nd and 1/144th scales.
B. Count the number of ENGINES on your model. You need one On-Hub PropBlur UNIT for each engine.
C. Count how many Propeller BLADES are on each propeller? (typically 2-Blades, 3-Blades or 4 Blades)
Original PropBlurs
Original PropBlurs replace propellers one blade at a time. When buying Original PropBlurs, count the # of propeller BLADES.
You need one Original PropBlur for each propeller BLADE. Original PropBlurs come in 4 scales: 1/32nd, 1/148th, 1/72nd & 1/144th scales.
On-Hub PropBlurs
On-Hub PropBlurs are used to replace an entire propeller and ALL its propeller blades. One On-Hub PropBlur Unit replaces an entire Propeller.
Use one On-Hub PropBlur Unit per engine. Follow these steps to buy correct On-Hub PropBlurs, in the Scale, Quantity, and number of Blades you need:
A. On-Hub PropBlurs come in 3 different Scales: 1/48th, 1/72nd and 1/144th scales.
B. Count the number of ENGINES on your model. You need one On-Hub PropBlur UNIT for each engine.
C. Count how many Propeller BLADES are on each propeller? (typically 2-Blades, 3-Blades or 4 Blades)
Thank you for your orders, encouraging notes, comments, suggestions, requests and photos.
Thank you to customers who have sent in recent PropBlur pics: see Gallery.
My goal continues to be to provide PropBlur model accessories at a reasonable price so I don't sell thru distributors.
Your word of mouth to friends keeps these prices affordable. Thank you.
If you play FLAMES OF WAR the scale is 1/144th. I have PropBlurs for in 1/144th scale airplanes.
MODIFYING PROPBLURS: my Gallery is full of photos from customers showing finished models and techniques. See severe PropBlur modifications for WarGaming in Pictures #19-21. This was done for 2 reasons: reducing the feathering portion of the PropBlur makes them more durable during wargaming and packing / unpacking, but it also illustrates a faster moving propeller. Other Gallery pictures show steps of PropBlurs being modified: Photos #6-9, #46, and #53-56
SIZE: For questions about SIZE, please first see my FAQ section.
And among my favorite photo is photo #75 from Daniel Jenkins showing a 1/72nd scale model fitted with 1/48th scale PropBlurs. This illustrates how considering all options pays off. Disregard scale, focus on matching actual PropBlur size options to SIZE of your aircraft's propeller on the aircraft model you are building. Look up the size of the propellers on the prototype plane you are building, use the reference dimensions in my FAQ chart of PropBlur sizes to find the best match for your project. Consider modifying PropBlurs to get the look you want. PropBlurs are easy to modify - you can get the effect YOU want. Don't consider PropBlurs a finished product - you can change them.
TRANSIT TIMES continue to be IMPACTED during this Pandemic. When I mail your order, you receive an email saying I mailed your order. Please be patient for the postal
folks to deliver to you, the Covid impacts are still slowing the mail. But, IF you are concerned, contact me. Transit times refer to the time the postal folks take to deliver to you AFTER I give your order to the Post Office.
WIN A PRIZE: HeliBlur - HeliBlurs in 1/285th scale are available. I have a prize for the 1st three modelers who send a set of 3 photos
building a model helicopter with HeliBlurs (3 pics each build). email for details.
INTERNATIONAL orders Small Int'l. orders mail via First Class In'tl. Mail - NO TRACKING!
Int'l. orders $25 or more are sent via First Class Mail Int'l. with TRACKING $16 ($100 MAXIMUM ORDER)
As powerful as I am I do not control TRANSIT TIMES - please be patient.
If questions, just email me. Stay Well, Be Safe.
Thank you to customers who have sent in recent PropBlur pics: see Gallery.
My goal continues to be to provide PropBlur model accessories at a reasonable price so I don't sell thru distributors.
Your word of mouth to friends keeps these prices affordable. Thank you.
If you play FLAMES OF WAR the scale is 1/144th. I have PropBlurs for in 1/144th scale airplanes.
MODIFYING PROPBLURS: my Gallery is full of photos from customers showing finished models and techniques. See severe PropBlur modifications for WarGaming in Pictures #19-21. This was done for 2 reasons: reducing the feathering portion of the PropBlur makes them more durable during wargaming and packing / unpacking, but it also illustrates a faster moving propeller. Other Gallery pictures show steps of PropBlurs being modified: Photos #6-9, #46, and #53-56
SIZE: For questions about SIZE, please first see my FAQ section.
And among my favorite photo is photo #75 from Daniel Jenkins showing a 1/72nd scale model fitted with 1/48th scale PropBlurs. This illustrates how considering all options pays off. Disregard scale, focus on matching actual PropBlur size options to SIZE of your aircraft's propeller on the aircraft model you are building. Look up the size of the propellers on the prototype plane you are building, use the reference dimensions in my FAQ chart of PropBlur sizes to find the best match for your project. Consider modifying PropBlurs to get the look you want. PropBlurs are easy to modify - you can get the effect YOU want. Don't consider PropBlurs a finished product - you can change them.
TRANSIT TIMES continue to be IMPACTED during this Pandemic. When I mail your order, you receive an email saying I mailed your order. Please be patient for the postal
folks to deliver to you, the Covid impacts are still slowing the mail. But, IF you are concerned, contact me. Transit times refer to the time the postal folks take to deliver to you AFTER I give your order to the Post Office.
WIN A PRIZE: HeliBlur - HeliBlurs in 1/285th scale are available. I have a prize for the 1st three modelers who send a set of 3 photos
building a model helicopter with HeliBlurs (3 pics each build). email for details.
INTERNATIONAL orders Small Int'l. orders mail via First Class In'tl. Mail - NO TRACKING!
Int'l. orders $25 or more are sent via First Class Mail Int'l. with TRACKING $16 ($100 MAXIMUM ORDER)
As powerful as I am I do not control TRANSIT TIMES - please be patient.
If questions, just email me. Stay Well, Be Safe.
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Above are a few of pictures from the PropBlur gallery page, also visit PropBlurModels on Instagram.
I invite all PropBlur customers to send pictures of their models to be posted to the gallery. My intent is to engage more young model makers in the hobby, to share ideas and of course for each of you to boast a little about your work! Pictures help young makers learn how to do things, and then we can enjoy the pictures of their work when they post. In the gallery are photos of models from all around the world. Have fun. Cheers. David |
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