M6 Propeller Prop Nut Cap CW CCW for 2212 920KV Brushless DC Motor

The M6 Propeller Prop Nut Cap set includes both CW (clockwise) and CCW (counterclockwise) nut caps designed for the 2212 920KV Brushless DC Motor. These nut caps are installed above the propeller, ensuring a secure fit. To enhance user-friendliness, the CW and CCW nut caps often come in different colors, such as black and silver.

Understanding the distinction between CW and CCW motors is crucial in the context of quadcopter building. While CW and CCW motors are essentially the same in terms of motor components, they differ in the direction of the prop shaft threads. For example, a CCW motor has prop shaft threads that tighten clockwise, and for a CW motor, the threads tighten anti-clockwise.

The advantage of having different threads for CW and CCW motors is referred to as ‘Self-locking.’ In a quadcopter, where two motors spin clockwise and two spin counterclockwise, using threads opposite to the motor spin direction ensures that the prop nuts automatically lock themselves down, preventing them from coming loose during operation.

However, this can lead to confusion when sourcing spare prop nuts for both threads, and it may also make it challenging to determine which way to turn to remove the prop nuts when changing propellers.

To clarify, if you can fasten the prop nut clockwise, you have a CCW motor, and you should use the Right-handed thread nut (standard thread). For CW motors, opt for the Left-hand thread nuts (reverse thread).

While this setup adds some complexity, it provides the benefit of self-locking prop nuts, ensuring a more secure and reliable connection during flight.

Package Includes:

1 x M6 Propeller Prop Nut Cap CCW (Silver).

1 x M6 Propeller Prop Nut Cap CW (Black).