1000KV BLDC Motor High Performance For Drones And RC Models

The classic A2212 in its 1000 KV form

The A2212 is one of the most widely used motors in hobby multirotors, and the 1000 KV (13-turn) version is a good all-round choice for builds that use larger propellers on 2S to 3S batteries. It is designed purely for multi-rotor applications, with an integrated prop adapter for many propeller styles.

The adapter is set up for a 4 mm shaft, with sleeves for 5 mm and 6 mm props, and an in-built aluminium mount makes installation on a quadcopter frame quick and easy.

Numbers that matter

The specifications list a motor KV of 1000 RPM per volt, a current handling capacity of 16 A, a maximum efficiency current of 6 to 12 A, a no-load current of 700 mA and a maximum efficiency of 80%. Shaft diameter is 3.17 mm. Match the motor with an ESC of at least the rated current, and use 2S or 3S packs as listed.

A lower KV such as 1000 spins larger, higher-pitch propellers efficiently and gives smooth throttle response for RC use, while a higher-KV A2212 suits smaller props and faster flight. The motor is light enough for quadcopters and hexacopters.

Who it is for

Hobbyists building or repairing quadcopters, hexacopters and DIY multirotors, and anyone who needs a cheap, well-supported motor with easy propeller mounting.

Getting the best from a 1000 KV motor

Balance the propellers, fit the motor with thread lock on the screws and check the direction before power-up. If you want to know how hard the motor is working, log the current with a watt meter on the bench or read it from the ESC telemetry, and keep it below the 16 A rating. A slightly larger propeller usually gives better efficiency than a smaller one at the same throttle.

Questions buyers ask

What KV rating does it have?

1000 KV.

Which batteries can I use?

2S to 3S LiPo packs.

What is the shaft diameter?

3.17 mm, with an adapter for 4, 5 and 6 mm propellers.