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Prop Block Dimension Calculator

Use this calculator to determine the dimensions of a propeller blank based on your desired
DIAMETER, PITCH and BLADE WIDTH. Note: this program rounds the Prop Blank
Dimensions to 1/16 of a unit, therefore it will work best if you use inches as the units.

Diameter 
Pitch 
Blade width 
Prop Blank Dimensions
 HubMiddleTip
P/D RatioWidth
Blade LengthThick

The Actual Dimensions Table shown below will allow you to see what the actual dimensions
of the prop to be carved. Note that the Pitch values are not exactly the same as the Desired Pitch.
This is due to the linear properties of the blank. The program has been adjusted to produce lower
(but not too low) pitch values at the tip, effectively producing washout on the tips of the blades.

Actual Prop Dimensions
 RadiusThickWidthAnglePitch
Hub
Mid
Tip


George Bredehoft, Volaré Products, 1998