November 29, 2010

Xray Electric motor shim

Xray Electric motor shim

Xray have released this simple shim for their XB808E for use with long-shaft electric motors. A long shaft motor is one with a shaft longer than 18mm measured from the end of the shaft to motor cover, such as Tekin.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


November 29, 2010

Ryan Lutz joins Speed Power

Ryan Lutz joins Speed Power

Speed Power have announced that top US off road racer Ryan Lutz has joined their team and will use their line of LiPos to power his Durango buggy. Ryan had the following to say about the deal:

I’m very excited to be joining Speed Power to run their Batteries and use their chargers. They are a hard working company who have risen to the top, and I am very happy to become a part of their team to help them promote and further enhance their products!

Source: Speed Power [speedpowerrc.com]


November 29, 2010

Team Orion Advantage IQ Power

Team Orion Advantage IQ Power

Team Orion have announced the release of their Advantage IQ Power power supply with 16 Amps output. It has a maximum power output of 220W and can be used with 100-240V power sources. Available in 5 different versions for use in different regions.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]


November 27, 2010

Serpent 733 V2 rear end upgrade-set

Serpent 733 V2 rear end upgrade-set

Similar in function to that released for the 966 yesterday, Serpent have released this V2 rear end upgrade set for the 733. The new parts enable the rear end and 2-speed brackets to be connected with rubber or aluminium connectors for more or less flex. Delrin bushings are once again included to seat the anti-roll bar bearings as well as the 2-speed axle bearings to prevent slop created by vibrations.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


November 27, 2010

Reedy 1700mAh LiFe RX battery

Reedy 1700mAh LiFe RX battery

Reedy have released their new 1700mAh LiFe receiver battery, perfect for hobbyists or racers who want long-lasting receiver and servo power for their nitro-powered vehicles. A full 1700mAh capacity is perfect for racers that require one-hour plus run times while providing voltage output similar to that of NiMH batteries. And unlike with LiPo receiver batteries, no voltage regulators are required.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]


November 26, 2010

S-Workz S350 BK-1 buggy

S-Workz S350 BK-1 buggy

New Taiwanese company S-Workz have released the first CAD images of their new 1/8th off road buggy, the S350 BK-1. The company have released no further information on the new buggy, but we can expect to get more details and images in the near future.

View another CAD image here


November 26, 2010

Serpent 966 V2 rear end upgrade-set

Serpent 966 V2 rear end upgrade-set

Serpent have released this new rear end upgrade set for the 966 that enables the rear end and 2-speed brackets to be connected with rubber or aluminium connectors for more or less flex. Delrin bushings are also included to seat the anti-roll bar bearings as well as the 2-speed axle bearings to prevent slop created by vibrations.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


November 25, 2010

CS Electronic Power X20 Power Supply

CS Electronic Power X20 Power Supply

CS Electronic have released information on their upcoming Power X20 Power Supply. Delivering up to 20A constant output current, the device has two parallel output ports, adjustable output voltage of 5 to 15V and works with 110 and 240V input voltage. With compact dimensions of 158×90x47mm and a weight of 680g the X20 also offers over temperature and over voltage protection, as an integrated, silent fan and also an LC display to monitor voltage and current.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]


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