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July 6, 2017

Hitec X2 High Power & Power Peak E7 chargers

Hitec have introduced two new high-performance chargers in the form of he X2 High Power and the Power Peak E7. Starting with the X2 High Power, the dual output device allows for flexible battery charging at home and in the field. The power distribution mode efficiently assigns output power based on individual battery requirements, as well as the ability to distribute power to a DC output port to power even more devices. The charger is capable of charging all battery chemistries, including the new generation LiHV, and it features a built-in 250-watt power supply, internal balancing circuits and ten different charge/discharge profiles. The X2 High Power also features a unique and innovative Voice Guide function.

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July 6, 2017

Speedzone 5000mAh 120C LiPo battery pack

Coming from Speedzone is their all-new 5000mAh 120C LiPi battery pack. The latest release to their line of hardcase packs comes in standard 2S dimensions with 5mm inboard connectors and it weighs under 290g. The biggest advantage of this pack is the high average voltage and super low resistance, making it perfect for not only spec classes but modified classes as well while meeting ROAR, EFRA, BRCA, and IFMAR specs.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]

July 4, 2017

Team EAM Graphene 6000mAh LiPo packs

Coming from Team EAM are the new Graphene 6000mAh standard and LCG LiPo battery packs. Both are built using high-performance 110C cells whose Graphene technology makes for a lower internal resistance and greater reliability. The packs perform better under load, making them ideal for both modified and stock racing and as an industry first, they sport balancer ports on both sided of the case. As for the weight, the 25mm standard battery weighs in at 308g while the 23mm LCG battery weighs in at 288g. Both make use of 5mm bullet type connectors, they sport side labels that will not be ripped off by battery tape and they are available now.

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July 4, 2017

Reedy 540-M3 12x5x24.2 modified rotor

Team Associated have introduced the new 540-M3 12.0×5.0x24.2 Mod Rotor, Reedy’s latest tuning rotor designed for modified on- and off-road racers. Using the rotor will smooth out the low-end throttle inputs while maintaining strong mid-range power and top speeds. When competing on small and/or low-grip tracks the reduction in initial power delivery will help to provide more consistent lap times.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

June 30, 2017

Fenix HotStock 21.5T fixed timing brushless stock motor

Fenix have introduced their new HotStock 21.5T fixed timing brushless stock motor. Developed with fair and affordable club racing in mind, the European F1 Masters and IDFM series legal motor features a blue anodised aluminium heatsink can and heavy duty solder tabs and it is available now.

Source: Fenix [fenix-racing.com]

June 30, 2017

Muchmore Fleta ZX V2 Type-ER brushless motor

Following the introduction of the Fleta ZX V2 Modified and Fleta ZX V2 Sting Stock outlaw brushless motors Muchmore now also released information on the IFMAR, ROAR and EFRA legal Type-ER motor. It makes use of the same Flow-Max 2 aluminium can that improves cooling efficiency by about 15 percent compared to Muchmore’s former motors while the new high-power stator design, without separate insulator, further increases cooling while also lowering the weight at the same time. Other features include super low resistance copper windings, heavy-duty silver-plated solder tabs and a precision-balanced Neodymium high-temperature rotor. The ER Spec stock motor is available in 10.5T to 25.5T winding variants.

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June 28, 2017

Hudy brushless 40mm & 30mm fan units

Coming from Hudy are their new brushless 40mm and 30mm fan units. Ball raced and thus highly reliable the fans offer easy to reach solder tabs that allow for quick and convenient wire replacements and more tidy wire routing. The fans are usable as motor and speed controller coolers and they include all-black 170mm wires.

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June 28, 2017

Tekin ROC412 HD Element Proof 550-class motor

Tekin have introduced their new ROC412 HD Element Proof 550-class electric brushless motor. Designed for crawler and trail rigs the 4-pole/12-slot motor makes use of a machined 6061-T6 billet aluminium heatsink can and it comes with an 18.5mm rotor and Neodymium sintered magnets for strong braking power and torque. The motor is highly resistant to water, mud and snow, allowing the use even in unreal track conditions and its sensored design ensures smooth and reliable power output. The features list is rounded out by ABEC5 bearings and a high-strength 5mm pinion shaft.

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