Had been discussing the Polar Pro Gimbal Guards on another link.  Last night I searched the wide-wonderful-wicked-web & found them in Oz.  So I decided to order a couple,  $30 each plus $10 P&H.  

This morning I go to check a couple of EXP settings on the flying machine,  remove the gimbal guard,  and lo & behold,  it's cracked AGAIN !
DJI,  you GG's are very poor quality IMO.  This is a replacement for the previous one that also cracked in the same place.......  and had little gentle use !

Flimsy plastic isn't it?

Might be better off with the push on type such as https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans. Also see them called Lens Stable Cover Camera Guard Protector Gimbal Lock for DJI Phantom 4 Pro. Bit of a mouthful what?

ALABAMA Posted at 12-31 16:41
Flimsy plastic isn't it?

It seems to be too brittle.
I am thinking of repairing this with epoxy or silicone.  Silicone may be best because of a bit of flexibility ?
In the meantime I have the Polar Pro's on the way...........
Cheers

sky wombat Posted at 12-31 17:14
Might be better off with the push on type such as https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans. Also see them called Lens Stable Cover Camera Guard Protector Gimbal Lock for DJI Phantom 4 Pro. Bit of a mouthful what?

errr,  am I missing the plot here SW ?  That link takes me to the Fire Services

Manxmann Posted at 12-31 17:22
errr,  am I missing the plot here SW ?  That link takes me to the Fire Services

bugger you're right, I should have looked before I posted. So have a look at https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.ht ... bal+guard+Phantom+4

Also sent as PM

sky wombat Posted at 12-31 17:23
bugger you're right, I should have looked before I posted. So have a look at https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=gimbal+lens+cover+Phantom+4&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=gimbal+guard+Phantom+4

Also sent as PM

Arhh,  that's better.
I'll see how the others go - as I have ordered them already - and if they don't prove satisfactory then I'll have a look at those in your posted link.

I like the idea of the Polar Pro (the ones I have ordered) as they also accommodate a filter.  A bonus !

The polarpro one is brill, quality is very noticable....

Hello Manxmann,
with a 3D printer, you can print one for 0,66€.

and in different colors

And Happy New Year to all !!!

epetit91_djiuser Posted at 1-1 01:51
Hello Manxmann,
with a 3D printer, you can print one for 0,66€.
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Sounds a bit techo for moi !

epetit91_djiuser Posted at 1-1 02:00
And Happy New Year to all !!!

And Happy New Year to you & yours also

epetit91_djiuser Posted at 1-1 01:51
Hello Manxmann,
with a 3D printer, you can print one for 0,66€.
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I know absolutely zip about 3D printers and really don't have any intention of becoming involved,  but:  How do you get on with obtaining the desired strength,  flex,  rigidity ?   Is that determined by the type of filament you use ?  Do have good control over the final product in regard to strength & flexibility ?

Just interested - that's all.

It depends on the fill rate you choose.
Given the piece to be made, a 20% filling should meet the need. I have not printed it yet but I will test.

Cheers,  it will be intresting to hear how you get on with it.

The DJI gimble guards are hard to put on and they break very easily. I bought a Polar Pro one and it is much easier to put on than DJI's, also its made with thicker plastic so its much more durable. https://www.amazon.com/PolarPro- ... mbal+lock+phantom+4

you would think with them protecting hundreds of pounds worth of equipment they would be able to protect themselves.

fansb1fe1104 Posted at 1-1 16:07
The DJI gimble guards are hard to put on and they break very easily. I bought a Polar Pro one and it is much easier to put on than DJI's, also its made with thicker plastic so its much more durable. https://www.amazon.com/PolarPro-Phantom-Pro-Lens-Cover/dp/B06XPL6TQ4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1546387610&sr=8-4&keywords=polarpro+gimbal+lock+phantom+4

Does that style give as much support ?
Can you leave a filter on ?

TC KABREW Posted at 1-1 16:17
you would think with them protecting hundreds of pounds worth of equipment they would be able to protect themselves.

Hahaha ....  yes you would !

Manxmann Posted at 1-1 16:55
Does that style give as much support ?
Can you leave a filter on ?

I wouldn't say as much support because it doesn't have the legs, but if you are keeping in its original Styrofoam box, the polar pro does its job, I have been using mine for about 2 years now and no problems yet. Also yes it does fit with filters on, that was one of the reasons i got mine since I normally keep an ND16 filter on mine.

Damn, i should be more specific, i meant the polarpro with the legs, i thought we was on about the same item :/

fansb1fe1104 Posted at 1-1 19:38
I wouldn't say as much support because it doesn't have the legs, but if you are keeping in its original Styrofoam box, the polar pro does its job, I have been using mine for about 2 years now and no problems yet. Also yes it does fit with filters on, that was one of the reasons i got mine since I normally keep an ND16 filter on mine.

It's a bonus not to have to remove the filter each time eh.

Bashy Posted at 1-1 19:53
Damn, i should be more specific, i meant the polarpro with the legs, i thought we was on about the same item :/

That's the type I have ordered - "with legs"   Dispatch confirmation received today,  with any luck I should have it/them by middle of next week   

Manxmann Posted at 1-1 15:40
Cheers,  it will be intresting to hear how you get on with it.

The impression is launched. Result in 2 hours !!!

epetit91_djiuser Posted at 1-2 01:04
The impression is launched. Result in 2 hours !!!

Pics to follow ??

I have had the same issue but mine broke where the guard clamps onto the landing gear/legs. It breaks off and will no longer secure to one of the legs (usually). I have had two of them break on two different Phantoms.

Manxmann Posted at 1-1 16:56
Hahaha ....  yes you would !

i am looking for a non dji GG protector which will protect it better and fit

KennyB Posted at 1-2 02:40
I have had the same issue but mine broke where the guard clamps onto the landing gear/legs. It breaks off and will no longer secure to one of the legs (usually). I have had two of them break on two different Phantoms.

mmmm,  they are not good quality.
I notice that DJI are conspicuous by their absence of comment !

TC KABREW Posted at 1-2 03:07
i am looking for a non dji GG protector which will protect it better and fit

Good luck.  Keep us posted eh ?  

Pics to follow ??

Here is the result :
The piece is really very solid and flexible enough (I did not choose the finest resolution).
My only problem is that it does not fit well on my gimbal. Indeed, this model is for P4 and I have a P4P !!!!
The gimbals are not quite the same. I'm going to modify the model so that it fits on my gimbal.
The original gimbal gard of my P4P is not broken but I will still print one just in case!

Manxmann Posted at 1-2 01:22
Pics to follow ??

Here they are...

Manxmann Posted at 1-2 03:11
Good luck.  Keep us posted eh ?

sure will do

Manxmann Posted at 1-2 00:47
It's a bonus not to have to remove the filter each time eh.

Exactly, was a pain in the a$$ having to keep putting the filter on and taking it off.

epetit91_djiuser Posted at 1-2 03:49
Here is the result :
The piece is really very solid and flexible enough (I did not choose the finest resolution).
My only problem is that it does not fit well on my gimbal. Indeed, this model is for P4 and I have a P4P !!!!

I am impressed !
When you get the P4P guard printed it would be interesting to see how it stands up to the rigors of daily use.
Keep up the good work.   I find it very interesting & a welcome break from ... ... ... ... ...   

fansb1fe1104 Posted at 1-2 11:11
Exactly, was a pain in the a$$ having to keep putting the filter on and taking it off.

And I have found that the original UV filter/cover can at times be quite difficult to get off,  it seems to be affected changes in temp.  So lately I fit it rather losely.

I bought this one and returned it because it was too snug. It had to put a lot of pressure on the gimbal to get it on...which worried me.

I have heard good things about this one and it says it has a lifetime warranty

Manxmann Posted at 2018-12-31 17:26
Arhh,  that's better.
I'll see how the others go - as I have ordered them already - and if they don't prove satisfactory then I'll have a look at those in your posted link.

I went with the polar pro(with the legs hehe) one as well as their filters 12 months ago. I have found their kit fit for service... used in bright sunlight, hot temps(desert areas for 12 months). Sure hope it keeps going on.
Forget silastic, used high strength Araldite with a small cloth bandage to offer more strength... IMO

KennyB Posted at 1-3 12:06
I have heard good things about this one and it says it has a lifetime warranty
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Is that the PolarPro that allows the filters to remain fitted ?

Cradoka Posted at 1-3 13:49
I went with the polar pro(with the legs hehe) one as well as their filters 12 months ago. I have found their kit fit for service... used in bright sunlight, hot temps(desert areas for 12 months). Sure hope it keeps going on.
Forget silastic, used high strength Araldite with a small cloth bandage to offer more strength... IMO

Thanks for the advice Cradoka,  I gave up the idea of repairing the old guard.  Silicone didn't really want to adhere sufficiently well & I though good ole 'Arold'  would have been too rigid.

Cheers