January 19, 2017

Hobbywing V10 G2 titanium-bonded rotor

Coming from Hobbywing and made for the V10 G2 series of 540-size brushless motors is the titanium-bonded 5-12.5-U-T rotor. The replacement rotor will provide smoother acceleration in modified classes without loosing top speed, helping especially on lower traction surfaces where a quicker and more efficient acceleration out of corner can be achieves. The rotor was used with great success by Bruno Coelho and Nicholas lee and it is available now.

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

January 18, 2017

Fantom FR-1 v2T & v2R brushless motors

UK Fantom distributors Schumacher have introduced the FR-1 v2T and v2R spec racing brushless motors. The heart of the new v2 FR-1 series motors are the high-quality stators and rotors. The stators are made from premium Japanese Kawasaki steel and the new improved internal designs provide even lower ohm resistance, while at the same time provide more power and RPM. In addition, the rotors are manufactured using a premium grade neodymium formula, for high horsepower and fade resistance. The 13.5T motors are available in several variants, including “R” RPM and “T” torque specific offerings while the 17.5T comes also T and the 21.5T is an all-round item. All new V2 Spec Stock motors also have a non removable “BRCA approved” decal to prevent grey importation of above price limit motors. Without this decal in place, the motor is not BRCA legal.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 17, 2017

Trinity purple flat sensor cables

Trinity have introduced two new flat-style sensor cables in a bright purple colour. Available as 105mm and 170mm variant the cables feature industry-standard connectors, making them compatible to all current controllers and motors, and they are made using super-flexible wires, allowing for neat and easy installation.

Source: Trinity [trinityrc.net]

January 17, 2017

Muchmore AAA battery auto cut-off discharge tray

Muchmore have introduced the AAA battery auto cut-off discharge tray. Designed for AAA-size batteries exclusively the discharger tray is usable without additional power sources and it helps to maximise battery life and performance by securely discharging each cell individually down to a voltage of 0.9V. The tray features screw-type contacts and retainers, indicating LED lamps and a heat-dissipating aluminium case.

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January 13, 2017

Team Orion competition speed controller – Teaser

Team Orion have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming competition brushless speed controller. By the looks of things the speedo in question will be the follow-up model of the successful R10.1 Pro 1/10th ESC with a new, compact 1/8th controller being possible also. We bring you more information on the subject as soon as they surface.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 12, 2017

HPI Flux MLH-2200 BL motor & ELH-6S speed controller

HPI Racing have introduced the Flux MLH-2200 brushless motor and ELH-6S brushless speed controller for 1/8th scale vehicles. Starting with the motor, the 6S-compatible item utilises a machined aluminium case with eleven heat-radiating ribs to help with heat dissipation during demeaning on-track action. Rated at 2200kv the motor also features 10-gauge wires, massive 6.5mm gold-plated connectors and it is of a 4-pole design for high torque, quick acceleration and a stable power output. The sensorless 4274-class motor is usable in most 1/8th buggies and trucks and it is available soon.

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January 11, 2017

GForce 2600mAh 6.6V LiFe shorty battery

GForce have introduced their new 2600mAh 6.6V 2S LiFe shorty battery pack. Built using high-performance yet very durable 65C/110C Lithium-Ferrite cells the pack is ideal for sanctioned club racing and it comes in a protective hardcase with 4mm bullet-type connectors.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

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