Team Checkpoint, the company that recently signed Marc Rheinard away from Team Orion, has released this rather cool look Pro Charger. A small unit, this charger is packed full of features like more charging modes, LiPo compatibility and new motor test with two break-in modes, 1-step and a 4-step mode with programmable voltage and cool-off times!
Click here to see the full features… content
Team Orion have just released details on their site about the 2007 version the Element 19T compeition electric motor. The Mega Flow can has been re-engineered, and features strategically placed vents for maximum airflow and optimized magnetic field strength which results in increased power output and fade-free performance from start to finish.
A precision wound 19T armature is wrapped with 19 AWG pure copper wire featuring construction designed to optimize the balance between low-end torque and high speed RPM for excellent performance in competition Touring Car, Off-Road, and 1/12 scale vehicles. Drill balancing ensures vibration free operation resulting in maximum straightaway speeds. The Element comes equipped with Katana competition laydown brushes with high performance springs. All motors come broken-in and evaluated to ensure maximum performance straight out of the package.
Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]
Makers of all things LiPo, VXR Racing have released this LiPo Smart Charger called the ANY-2700Li. This lightweight and portable digital power system is fully capable of charging up to 3500mA, and 5 cells in series, and has reverse polarity protection circuitry to avoid catastrophy when your brain fails and you connect up backwards.
Click here to see the full feature set… content
The LRP IPC V7.1 controller had amassed somewhat of a legendary status thanks to its success and popularity, and now LRP have released the follow up to that legend, the IPC V8.1 Generation+. The new integrated V8.1 Technology has even better driving feel and 25 power maps for fine tuning making this speed control a first choice for tough competition environments. Special highlights include adjustable automatic brake for onroad and adjustable initial brake for off road models – for excellent brake control. Another new controller from LRP is the V4.1 Generation+ which is based on the World Champion technology of the legendary V7.1 controller combined with the spirit of the new IPC V8.1 Generation+. Although the V4.1 has the original IPC technology, it has been adapted for street and fun racers.
Click here to view the V8.1 features and see the V4.1… content
These Zap H-Energy cells have been mentioned on the internet for a while now and will finally be shipping on the 19th of March. Matched by master mechanic Masaaki Hirosaka, father of multiple World Champion Masami, these Ni-MH cells have been in testing for some time now by utilizing all his experience, Masaaki has been able to produce a cell that lasts longer than similar types and gives instantaneous power and will be made available in 4300 and 4500 mAh versions.
Source: Powers Int [powers-international.com]
Just when you thought you couldnt have any more products released from Much More today, along comes the updated CTX Cell Master, Platinum edition. A brand new state-of-the-art charger with improved hardware and featuring revised software, the Cell Master is the perfect battery management unit for Charging and discharging all Ni-MH & NiCD.
Hit more to see all the specs… content
More trays from Much More, this time its to hold 4 x AAA cells in place while you either charge or discharge them, similar to this. They come in both blue (above) and black and come with a power connector, perfect for those Mini Z racers who like to take it seriously and look good doing it.
Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]
Truespeed, sponsors of Paul LeMieux and other quick drivers, have released their latest 19 turn brushed motor. The Blaze is a hand wound Modified motor for oval racing and while I’m sure its quick i don’t know anything else about it other than that.
Source: Truespeed [truespeedrc.com]
