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August 19, 2011

Core RC UAC-50 universal digital charger

The Core RC UAC-50 universal digital charger is a multifunction balance and rapid charger/discharger controlled by a high performance microprocessor and specialised operating software. Making use of multi voltage input of 110-240v AC or 12v DC the multi-chemistry charger is compatible with all types of batteries including LiPo, Li-lon, LiFE, NiMH, NiCd, and Lead-Acid cells. The software programs include charing with up to 6 amps, discharging, balancing, cycling and storing. A JST XH balancer board and as well as adapter leads are included.

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August 18, 2011

Team Orion Vortex R10 Race controller

Team Orion got in touch to tell us about their latest addition to the R10 line of 1/10 scale speed controllers. Based on the the 4-times US National Champion R10 Pro the Swiss company introduces the R10 Race 2-3S Club Racing speed controller. The speedo, that is ideal for the zero degrees fixied timing class, features the same aluminium case as the Pro offerings, the Race offers the possibility to use LiPo batteries up to 3S with a 10.5T motor limit, 5.75V/3A linear mode BEC and on-board programming of various parameters like drive mode, punch, brake and low-voltage adjustments via the on/off switch. Using the optional DSB-R programming box gives additional access to boost and turbo programmes. The new speedo also sports a special capacitor board that allows the neat and secure positioning of the capacitors that are housed in a small plastic casing. You can now also download the 2011 US Nationals winning setups used by Jared Tebo, Dustin Evans and Dakotah Phend by clicking here.

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August 13, 2011

Tekin Pro4 brushless motors

Tekin introduce the new Pro4 electric brushless motor for 4WD 1/10 scale Short Course trucks. Utilising the design of the T8 1/8th scale motor, the Pro4 produces high torque and smooth power with especially chosen KV ranges to complement 2S and 3S LiPo batteries. The motors feature a 4 pole 12 slot hi-torque design, neodymium sintered magnets, high purity copper windings, CNC-machined 6061 T6 Billet aluminium heatsink can, front 5x13x4mm and rear 5x10x5mm ABEC5 bearings and dual-plug sensor wire harness for use with all sensored and sensorless controllers. The Pro4 with a diameter of 35.8mm and a length of 52.9mm are available with 3300kv, 4000kv and 4600kv ratings.

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August 9, 2011

Hobbywing SCT Pro controller

Hobbywing release a new speed controller for 1/10 scale Short Course trucks and 1/8 scale buggies. The speedo features dimensions of 53.5x36x36mm, is usable with 6 to 12 NiMH and 2 to 4S LiPo cells and has a 760A burst rating. The constant current allows for motors up to 6000kv with 2S LiPo batteries and up to 4000kv with 4S packs. The on-board BEC delivers 6V/3A, the controller features several software programmes and is being programmed using the fans 3-pin connector.

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August 8, 2011

Fantom Facts Machine 2

Fantom introduce the new Facts Machine 2 electric brushless motor tester. The multi-function motor tester has the ability to accurately test brushless motors and rotors with parameters like magnetic field strength and stator resistance. The compact unit is self-contained and requires no additional power source.

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August 5, 2011

Robitronic Razer BL 1/8 BL motors

Robitronic release a total of four new electric brushless motors. The Razer BL and Razer Pro BL share the same 42×68.5mm dimensions and while the the normal version is available as 6-pole 2150kv/7T and 1900kv/8T variant, the Pro comes as 2400kv/6T and 2100kv/7T 6-pole/18-slot version for even more power and efficiency. All motors come with a black anodised and highly ripped can with red front and back plate – the Pro variant additionally features three milled out section in the front plate for easy identification.

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August 3, 2011

DCD sign Martin, Wilck & Rheinard

Jonas Glad of DirtChamp Design got in touch to tell us that Lee Martin, Viktor Wilck and Marc Rheinard are now part of the company’s factory team and that all three now use DCD’s TimeR lap counting system and a special edition of the LapR timing software to bring their practice and testing to a whole new level.

Source: DirtChamp Design [dirtchampdesign.com]

August 3, 2011

Speedzone 3800mah 60C Short LiPo pack

Speedzone got in touch to tell us about their latest release in the form of a 3800mAh 60C 96mm LiPo battery pack. Ideal for all off-road applications the hardcase pack features dimensions of 96x47x25mm allowing the adjustment of the chassis weight distribution by sliding the pack back and forth. Included is a charge and balance harness.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]