S-Workz have released this S-ePower Li-Ion 7.4v receiver pack made in Japan by Sanyo. The Li-Ion is one of the best types of Lithium batteries and is super stable and can take a large amount of charging cycles. At just 68 grams it is a perfect way to reduce weight in your S350 BK1 or other 1/8th scale buggy.
Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]
Huge R/C Products, from Surikarn Chaidajsuriya, have released their latest LiPo pack. This 6500mAh 70C Race series 7.4v battery pack features a standard hard case for crash protection and comes supplied with 4mm bullet connectors. ROAR approved, it is aimed at the competition market and suitable suited for stock, and also modified, class due to its increased power output.
Source: Huge [huge_rcproducts@live.com]
Reedy’s 4100mAh 65C Shorty LiPo is intended solely for racers. Its compact size allows racers to optimize their setups by altering their vehicle’s weight distribution. And its reduced weight means more acceleration and improved jumping ability. A 65C rating and a 4100mAh capacity means that whether racing stock or modified, you will have more than enough power to clear the big jump where others come up short. A ROAR approved durable hard case helps prevent damage, and 4mm socket connectors reduce resistance while allowing for clean wiring.
Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]
Robitronic’s Razer series of motors is complete with the X8L. This 1/8 brushless car motor is specially developed to supply stable and strong power in buggy, truggy and monster truck vehicles. The casing is made from high quality aluminium which is high strength and light weight and the front plate offers up M3 and M4 screw mountings. The magnet is slotted inside the rotor, which is different from traditional motors, and this unique structure has higher security to protect the rotor from cracking at a high speed. Available in 2 different specifications, 7 and 8 turns, the X8L is longer than the X8 so you have more torque and maximum power for both is 3500 Watt.
Source: Robitronic [robitronic.com]
Speed Power have released 3 new competition hard case LiPo packs. First up is a 6800mAh 70C 7.4v stick pack, then there is the new 4400mAh 50C 7.4v shorty pack and finally there is a 6500mAh 70C 3.7V pack. All packs feature standard 4mm bullet connectors and in the case of the two 2S packs a 2mm bullet type balancer port.
From HPI Racing, this 2S LiPo in saddle pack hard case configuration comes with authentic Deans Plug & JST-XH balance lead. This 7.4V 5600mAh 95C pack is part of the Plazma Pro range and is perfect for buggies, pan cars and all competition vehicles that require this battery configuration.
Source: HPI [hpiracing.com]
Thanks to advancements in battery technology, 1:8 electric buggies and truggies are destined to be the next big racing class. Reedy have released the powerful and reliable Sonic 1512 competition brushless motor which has been designed specifically for the 1:8 electric buggy and truggy classes. A precision-machined case features an integrated heat sink to lower operating temperatures, which results in less fade over the course of a race, longer run times, and increased motor life. Sensored operation results in a smooth and controllable power band, while a high-torque 4-pole rotor featuring neodymium sintered magnets is supported by precision ball bearings for maximum power output and reliability. A choice of three versions means that there is a Sonic 1512 competition brushless motor to suit most tracks and conditions.
Roche have introduced their new red color flex sensor cables. Made with 26GA super flex red color silicone wires with golden coated connector they are available in 100mm & 200mm length versions.
Source: Roche [roche.hk]
