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February 15, 2012

Venom 20C 8000mAh 7.4V LiPo

Venom have released their highest capacity hard case battery yet. They took their ever popular 20C 8000mAh 7.4V LiPo and put it into a durable plastic case to protect it from the rigors of off-road vehicles. Not only does this 20C 2S 8000mAh 7.4V Hard Case LiPo offer long run time, but it also features excellent power output from start to finish. This 20C battery comes with heavy-duty 12 AWG silicone wire leads, Venom’s Universal Plug System, XH Balance connector and Venom’s lifetime battery replacement plan.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

February 13, 2012

Speedzone low profile bullet connectors

Speedzone have released their own line of low profile silver plated 4mm male bullet connectors. The silver plating provides these connectors with the lowest resistance and allows maximum current flow from the battery. Available in 12mm and 14mm lengths, 12mm being ideal for 1S packs. Sold as a pair.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]

February 12, 2012

EcoPower Electron multi-chemistry chargers

A Main Hobbies introduce the EcoPower Electron 65 AC and 65 Quad multi-chemistry chargers for LiPo, LiFe and NiMH battery packs. Starting with the 65 AC, the charger works with 11 to 18VDC or 110 to 240VAC and delivers up to 5.0A of charging current. Featuring an on-board balancer, normal, fast and storage charge modes the charger handles up to 6S LiXX and 15 cell NiMH packs. Included with the charger come various charging harnesses and a 6S XH-style balancer board.

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February 8, 2012

Stick Torke 4000mAh 30C LiPo packs

Team Torke got in touch to inform us that after EFRA and BRCA homologated their Full Torke 6500 70C LiPo, the company has released a new LiPo pack called Stick Torke. With 4000mah & 30C the LiPo packs are available with Tamiya plug or Deans connector.

Source: Team Torke [team-torke.com]

February 7, 2012

Dynamite Prophet Sport LiPo Duo charger

Charge two batteries at once with the Rugged Prophet Sport LiPo Duo from Dynamite. Designed for all users of 1−3S LiPo batteries, the 50Wx2 dual battery charger is an easy to use, rugged and portable, AC powered LiPo dual battery charger. Designed for novice, sport and experienced users that have multiple 1−3S, 100−5000mAh LiPo batteries to charge in a confined area or cluttered pit environment.

View the features and specs here

January 31, 2012

Duratrax Onyx 25C LiPo packs

Duratrax have released more Onyx LiPo packs with 5 new 25C versions that offer dependable, long-lasting power for less money. But money is only part of this equation. Drivers can count on Onyx LiPo packs to deliver consistent power, charge after charge. All include built-in discharge lead and balance connector making them great for competing in racing events or upgrading RTR vehicles. The new packs include a 3S 11.1V 1300mAh 25C Soft Case (TRX), 2S 7.4V 2000mAh 25C Soft Case (TRX), 2S 7.4V 4000mAh 25C Hard Case (Deans), 2S 7.4V 4000mAh 25C Hard Case (TRX), 3S 11.1V 4000mAh 25C Soft Case (TRX), 3S 11.1V 6400mAh 25C Soft Case (TRX) and a 2S 7.4V 8000mAh 25C Soft Case (TRX).

View all the other packs here

January 31, 2012

Boomerang LiPo battery series

Switzerlands Boomerang Batteries have introduced their newly designed LiPo battery series. Featuring a redesigned flat hard casing, increased run time and less resistance, they are available in 2 new versions. Firstly is the 6800mAh 7.4v 70C (EFRA-approved) stick pack which has maximum power and run time. Next up is a 4400mAh 7.4v 55C shorty pack with its super compact and lightweight design which allows you to play with the weight distribution of your car, especially useful for 1:10 2wd off-road cars, 1:10 pan cars and 1:10 F1 cars.

Source: Boomerang Batteries [boomerang-batteries.ch)

January 30, 2012

CS Electronic 7200mAh 150C LiPo pack

CS Electronic have released a new 7200mAh LiPo pack featuring the unique Silver Protect system. The addition of silver ions not only allows a much higher discharge power, up to 75C continuously with a maximum of 150C, but it also provides a lower internal resistance of the cells for a longer life span despite high charge rates. EFRA approved it comes with a hard case for protection and bullet connectors.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]