Introduction
Eachine TRASHCAN is an expected novelty from the manufacturer of budget UAVs, built on a 75mm frame. It is a representative of the popular “Tiny Whoop” type quadrics on B/C motors. Priced at less than $100, it has significant potential that both advanced and novice users will appreciate.
Peculiarities
- New Crazybee F4 PRO flight controller
- Speed Controllers 4 in 1 6A (Each) Blheli_S Dshot600
- Betaflight configurator support
- Support 1-2S LiPo battery
- Brushless motors 0803 16000KV (Max motor thrust: 55g)
- FPV camera Caddx EOS2 with variable angle (0 – 35°)
- 40-channel 5.8GHz video transmitter with 25/200mW switchable power
- ACRO/AIR/ANGLE flight modes
- PNP version with TBS receiver support
- Frsky Non-EU version supports NON-EU Frsky control equipment in D8/D16 modes
- Flysky version supports AFHDS and AFHDS-2A protocols
- DSM2/DSMX version supports Spektrum hardware
- The non-radio version supports an external serial bus receiver: XM+, Crossfire, S-FHSS, etc.
- Support OSD (RSSI, Voltage)
- Ability to change frequency ranges, power, and channels of the video transmitter through the on-screen menu
- Possibility to adjust PID via OSD
- Supports buzzer setting
- LED backlight
- Supports LED strip connection
Equipment
The developer offers the drone in two versions:
- PNP (without RX)
- BNF (with optional RX: Frsky NON-EU; Flysky AFHDS/AFHDS-2A switchable; DSM2/DSMX)
Both versions will include:
- Eachine TRASHCAN
- 4 × 3.8V 300mAh 40C/80C LiPo
- 40mm rotors (2CW/2CCW)
- 40mm spare rotors (2CW/2CCW)
- USB charger for Lipo/LiHV
- Main screw wrench
- Screwdriver
- Cable with XT30 connector
- Jumper (for flying at 1S)
- Spare fasteners
- Transport case
Specification
Drone
Brand:
Eachine
Model:
TRASHCAN
Frame size:
75mm
Dimensions:
98×98×36mm
Weight (without battery):
33gr
Weight (with original 2 × batteries):
48gr
Motors
Modification:
TC0803 16000KV
Configuration:
9N12P
Stator diameter:
8mm
Stator length:
3mm
Max. thrust from the motor (on standard props and 2S batteries):
55gr
Dimensions (Ø × D):
Ø10.5mm × 14.5mm
The weight:
2.2gr
Supported Power:
1S-2S
flight controller
Frsky version modification:
CRAZYBEEF4 PRO FR; Firmware: CrazybeeF4FR
Flysky version modification:
CRAZYBEEF4 PRO FS; Firmware: CrazybeeF4FS
DSM2/DSMX version modification:
CRAZYBEEF4 PRO; Firmware: CrazybeeF4DX
Modification of the version without a radio receiver:
CRAZYBEEF4 PRO FR; Firmware: CrazybeeF4DX
Fresky version:
with built-in SPI Frsky receiver with telemetry (switchable modes D8/D16)
flysky version:
with built-in SPI Flysky receiver with telemetry (switchable modes AFHDS/AFHDS2A)
DSM2/X version:
with built-in serial DSM2/DSMX compatible with satellite receiver
MCU:
STM32F411CEU6 (100MHz, 512Kb flash)
Sensor:
MPU-6000 (with SPI interface)
Board dimensions:
28.5×28.5mm
Food:
1-2S battery (DC 3.5-8.7V)
ESC:
built-in type 4 in 1 6A(each) Blheli_S Dshot600
OSD:
built-in Betaflight OSD (SPI control)
Current meter:
built-in, max. value 28A (meter scale set to 1175)
ESC
MCU:
updated to EFM8BB21
Food:
1-2S LiPo/LiPo HV (3.5V/8.7V)
Current:
6A (permanent); 7A (peak short-term up to 3 seconds)
Factory Firmware:
S_H_50_REV16_7.Hex
Supported software:
BLHeliSuite
Default protocol:
DSHOT600
Frsky NON-EU receiver version
Receiver interface:
SPI-BUS
Compatibility:
with Non EU transmitter in D8 and D16 modes
Channels:
8/16
Failsafe:
supports
Removal distance:
in an interference-free zone (transmitter and receiver at a distance of 1m from the ground) 300m
Flysky receiver version
Receiver interface:
SPI-BUS
Protocol:
switchable AFHDS and AFHDS-2A
Channels:
8 channels (AFHDS) or 14 channels (AFHDS-2A)
Removal distance:
in an interference-free zone (transmitter and receiver at a distance of 1m from the ground) 300m
Failsafe:
supports
DSM2/DSMX receiver version
Receiver interface:
SPI-BUS
Compatible protocols:
DSM2/DSMX
Channels:
6-9 (depending on the user’s equipment)
Removal distance:
in an interference-free zone (transmitter and receiver at a distance of 1m from the ground) 300m
Version without receiver
PNP:
supports external serial bus receiver: XM+, Crossfire, S-FHSS, etc.
VTX
Output power:
25/200 switchable
Number of bands/channels:
5/40
Input voltage:
3.3-5.5V
Current consumption:
300mA
Antenna:
RG178
Frequency range:
5.8GHz
race band:
Yes
Smart Audio:
Yes
The weight:
3gr
Camera
Brand:
caddx
Model:
EOS2 Turbo
Matrix:
1/3″ CMOS
Permission:
1200TVL
Lens:
2.1mm
FOV:
160°
Picture Format:
16:9
Display system:
NTSC
Dynamic Range:
Global WDR
Synchronization:
built-in
battery
Capacity:
300mAh
Voltage:
3.8V
Continuous discharge rate:
40C
Short-term peak discharge rate:
80C
Dimensions:
55×11.5×6.5mm
The weight:
7.8gr
Connector:
PH2.0
Appearance
Motors
The Eachine TRASHCAN quadcopter is equipped with 0803 16000KV brushless motors. They work in conjunction with Blheli_S 6A type 4 in 1 speed controllers on the Dshot600 protocol. According to the manufacturer’s specification, each motor delivers max. thrust of 55 grams.
A nice plus for those who are not friends with a soldering iron. It is not required to replace the Eachine TRASHCAN motors, as they are connected via a PH2.0 connector.
FPV
The flight from the first person is realized through the FPV camera – Caddx EOS2 built on a 1/3-inch CMOS matrix. Provides a resolution of 1200TVL, with a viewing angle of 160°. Tilt angle changeable: from 0 to 35°. A 40-channel video transmitter operating in the 5.8GHz band with a switchable power of 25/200mW is responsible for transmitting the video stream in real time. The quality of the work of the tandem deserves respect.
Food
By default, the kit contains four lithium-polymer batteries with increased voltage (LiHV) – Eachine 3.8V 300mAh 40C / 80C. The flight can be realized both from one battery and from two, where the latter option provides the maximum return on flight performance. For flying on one battery, the included jumper is used. Also included is an additional cable with an XT30 connector, allowing advanced users to install the most efficient batteries.
Price and start of sales
The developer does not specify the start date of sales. Eachine TRASHCAN is currently available for pre-order on the Banggood marketplace at the price of:
- PNP version (without RX) — $89
- BNF version (with choice of RX: Frsky NON-EU; Flysky AFHDS/AFHDS-2A switchable; DSM2/DSMX) – $95
Conclusion
Eachine TRASHCAN from $89
pros
- Design
- Impact resistant frame
- Rotor ring protection
- Flight controller Crazybee F4 PRO
- Betaflight configurator support
- B/C motors/Flight performance
- Replacing motors does not require soldering
- VTX 25/200mW/FPV broadcast quality
- Wide range of receivers
- Price
Minuses
- No RTF bundling
Based on the developer’s specification and the first test reviews, in the near future, an excellent brushless TinyWhoop will appear on the market of household UAVs in the “nano” segment, the flight potential, durability, and most importantly, the price of which will be able to compete with existing more expensive brands. The presented model will be fully appreciated not only by advanced, but also by novice users for whom the quadric will be able to act as a full-fledged FPV simulator with the prospect of drone racing, thanks to which beginners will be able not only to learn how to fly safely in such modes as ACRO and AIR, but also later get acquainted with the software that allows you to fine-tune the flight characteristics of the drone. For those who have just started to master the drone hobby, we note that Eachine TRASHCAN does not fly out of the box. To implement the flight, the user will need control equipment that supports work with one of the three receivers available for the BNF version, as well as FPV goggles. Age limit 14+.
Video
Video with Eachine TRASHCAN quadcopter.