August 31, 2010

Speedzone 5200 40C LiPo pack

Speedzone 5200 40C LiPo pack

Speedzone have released this 7.4v 5200mAh 40C LiPo pack, the first in a new line of batteries. This hard case pack is perfect for all applications, banana style connectors come standard along with a standard balancing port.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]


August 16, 2010

Xceed RC battery tape in orange

Xceed RC battery tape in orange

Xceed RC now offer their high quality battery tape in orange to add to the already available black and blue versions. This high quality tape is 17mm wide on a roll of 50 meters and can be used to secure all types of popular packs to your chassis plate.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]


August 13, 2010

DuraTrax DE10 ESC & Onyx sport packs

DuraTrax have released their DE10 Brushless Programmable ESC, one of the most versatile ESCs on the market with the capability to enhance any driver’s performance. It can be used with sensored and sensorless brushless motors down to 5.5 turns as well as brushed motors down to 4 turns. Its powerful BEC circuitry of 6V/3A allows for the use of high-torque/digital servos and its smooth, precise control results in no cogging, even at low speeds. Ideal for on-road and off-road cars, trucks and buggies, even crawlers. The optional Digital Programmer offers the added benefits of greater setup speed, more fine-tuning power and the ability to download data for analysis. DuraTrax have also released these Onyx NiMH Battery Packs, which are ideal sport packs for cars, trucks and boats and at low prices. 4200mAh and 5000mAh capacities extend run times even further and packs with Traxxas connectors are a direct drop-in for many popular Traxxas models.

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August 5, 2010

ProTek RC 50C LiPo packs

ProTek RC 50C LiPo packs

A Main Hobbies have announced a new line of ProTek R/C brand LiPo hard case power battery packs, with true 50C constant discharge rate. These packs include bullet connectors for charging and balancing, or a balance charge lead with a Deans style T-plug installed. The balance adapter included is an Align/E-Flite style XH balance connector. Built using a hard plastic case that is required for use at ROAR sanctioned tracks and events, the packs are available in multiple configurations from 1S for 1/12th scale pan cars to large 4S packs for 1/8th electric off-road buggies and truggies. Also released was a ProTek R/C brand LiFe battery packs for the Kyosho Mini-Z vehicles, with true 15C constant discharge rate.

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July 26, 2010

Racers Edge 45C 5200 Race LiPo

Racers Edge 45C 5200 Race LiPo

New from Racers Edge is this 45C Race Edition 5200 LiPo saddle pack which features industry standard bullet ports and comes with a Deans connector wire set complete with JST-XH style balance plug. This hard case pack is a direct fit into the new Team Durango DEX410 and DEX410R buggy as well as other chassis’.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]


July 25, 2010

Diggity Design Phenom Series LiPos

Diggity Design Phenom Series LiPos

New from Diggity Design is the first two LiPo packs in their new Phenom series. Available in 5600mAh and 5200mAh, these 50C 7.4V batteries feature a hard case for impact protection and are supplied with charge and balance connector. ROAR approval pending.

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July 24, 2010

HPI Plazma 3300mAh stick pack & AA Alkalines

HPI Plazma 3300mAh stick pack & AA Alkalines

Some new battery options from HPI with the release of this new stick pack and AA cells. The HPI Plazma 7.2V 3300mAh battery pack features durable and reliable rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery cells. It’s pre-assembled with a plug installed, making it a quick and easy way to power cars like the E10, Brama 10B and Formula Ten and the standard rounded stick pack configuration makes it a universal fit in many electric-powered vehicles and battery-powered accessories like the HPI Roto Start. The HPI Plazma 1.5V Alkaline AA batteries are perfect for a wide variety of applications and their alkaline construction means they’re ready to go right out of the package, with long shelf life and reliable performance. Sold in packs of 4 batteries.

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