November 21, 2008

Team Orion Vortex Race Spec BL ESC

First seen on Red RC during our coverage from Thailand, Team Orion have officially announced the Vortex Race Spec BL ESC, a brushless speed controller designed for racers. It features a variable frequency system, a unique system that is responsible for the super smooth response of the controller through optimizing the driving frequency in relation to the throttle position. This ESC also sports an ultra low profile design, which has been achieved by designing the electronic components to be as flat as possible and by positioning them as low as possible. The Race Spec Controller comes with 5 pre-set setups which have been optimized by their international racing team and these settings work the best for the most popular categories. For pro’s who want to adapt the setups, it is possible to do so using a special USB cable and software. The brushless sensor technology is ready for motors with at least 4.5 turns (without fan) and 2.5 turn motors with fan and you can buy the controller with and without cooling set.

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November 21, 2008

Reedy 35C LiPo Saddle Pack battery

Reedy have announced the release their all new 35C 5100mAh hard case competition saddle pack LiPo battery. The high capacity provides more than enough run time for today’s on and off road competitions. But the best news is the battery’s 35C rating, the C rating determines the battery’s ability to deliver power efficiently and Reedy’s 35C rating delivers world‐class power for all racing classes. The unique hard case design helps protect the battery in the event of a hard crash or ejection and direct wiring provides the least resistance possible and allows the installation of a favorite connector. An easy‐to‐use balance connector is also included.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]

November 19, 2008

Speedzone 5400 & 5000 LiPo packs

Speedzone have released two new 7.4v LiPo Packs, a 5400 mAh 30C pack and a 5000 mAh 32C pack. Both packs feature a hard case and great run time with low resistance. The 5400 pack have shown run time in excess of 550 seconds, voltage of 7.30+ and resistance in the low 8 range at 35amps. Banana style connectors come as standard along with a standard balancing port. The 5000 pack have shown run time in excess of 520 seconds, voltage of 7.35+ and resistance in the low 7 range at 35amps. Wires are top mounted directly to the cells and come with a standard balancing port, with Deans style connectors available as an option.

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November 9, 2008

LRP SXX Competition prototype ESC

Seen in the pits at the Worlds in Thailand is the new prototype ESC from LRP, called the SXX. Much smaller than the previously available Sphere TC spec ESC, the new controller uses a metal plate set into a plastic frame, to which a heatsink fan combo can be applied but currently isn’t necessary for the 4 cell 1:12th scale class. The new ESC, which is also here in Nosram colours, features a revolutionary copper core cooling technology to keep the internals at a low temperature, while the controller software now has 10 power profiles to select from for finer adjustment of power delivery. Also new is what the company calls X.Brake which provides stronger braking, and it too has 10 adjustment settings which can be set by the 2 new externally mounted buttons.

Read the full coverage on our event site here.

November 8, 2008

Speedzone IP4200 LiPo 30C+ pack

Speedzone have announced their entry into the competitive LiPo market with the release of the IP4200. The IP4200 is rated at 30C+ and features low resistance with 430+ seconds in runtime at 35amps. Wires exit the lipo case through the side and Deans style connectors are available as an option.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]

November 7, 2008

Exclusive – LRP Vector X12 BL Motor

Red RC have been given the Exclusive on the new motor that LRP has developed, which is a completely new, revolutionary brushless motor. The Vector X12 brushless motor sets new benchmarks when it comes to electric motor performance and will be making its International competition debut at the Worlds in Thailand. Using their extensive experience, the R&D team has been hard at work developing a completely new brushless base platform, and together with the LRP Factory team have spent many hours on the track to create the best product possible.

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November 5, 2008

Reedy Micro Brushless System

Reedy have announced the release of their all-new sensorless Micro Brushless System comprising of motors and ESC. The light and compact ESC installs perfectly into the tight confines of 1:18 scale vehicles, while a simple calibration and a wide variety of tuning options make it perfect for the casual enthusiast as well as the serious racer. Due to its sensor-less design, the Micro Brushless Motor operates powerfully and efficiently without complicated sensor harnesses. Together, these create a potent combination of power and efficiency that brings performance to a new level. The motors are available in a wide range of versions and are sold separately or together as a set with the ESC.

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November 1, 2008

Venom 9.6v 8-Cell NiMh Hump packs

Venom have announced that 3 of their top selling SC battery capacities will soon be available in an all new 8-Cell configuration with Traxxas’ new High Current Connector. Designed to be used in the Traxxas Slash, Rustler, Stampede and Bandit, Venom’s new 9.6v 8-Cell battery packs will deliver increased speed to the new Traxxas’ vehicles at an economical price.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

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