Red RC » Products

September 28, 2007

Carson HT battery charger

More stuff from Carson who have announced the release of the HT Charger, a high-tech balance charger which features up-to-date built in software to aid the charging and discharging process. The HT-charger can charge all types of rechargeable batteries and due to its integrated balancer it can also safely charge LiPo batteries. Powered by 12V, the HT features a bright blue display which can be read in direct sunlight while an integrated cooling fan provides optimal heat dissipation.

Click here for the full specs… content

September 28, 2007

Carson Universal Starter box

Carson have released this starter box, which thanks to its design can achieve 3 different starter wheel orientations thus enabling it to be used with both gas circuit cars and buggies. The integrated 12V starter-motor provides effortless starting of 2.5 – 4.10 ccm glow engines, making the starting of 1:10 and 1:8 on-road as well as off-road vehicles much easier. Power is supplied from inside the metal box by either lead-batteries with 12 V / 7 Ah or two racing packs with 7.2 V (sold separately) or alternatively it can be powered externally by a car battery using the supplied power cable.

Click here to see another picture… content

September 28, 2007

Carson Car stands and tools

German company Carson have sent us lots of stuff to get through so here is the first batch of products. First off we have this metal work stand, with blue anodised base, which features an anti slip rotating upper platform for easily working on different sides of your car. The platform also features 4 openings into which you can hold your shock absorbers as you fill them. Next up is a car stand on the other end of the price scale, featuring the Carson logo it’s made from a material similar to sponge rubber, which provides a firm stand and no slipping. Carson have also released an anti-slip pit mat (450x300mm) that due to its soft material avoids that screws and nuts roll away as well as protecting the underside of your car. Also new from the German company are a set of sturdy Allen wrenches in 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm, and a ride height gauge measuring from 3mm to 8mm in 0.5 mm increments. Finally for on your work bench there is a battery pack cooling stand that uses 2 high-quality fans to help cool down your batteries after charging or driving.

Click here to see the other products… content

September 27, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> Report from the 2007 GRP Irish Challenge – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Report from the 2nd round of the German truggy Nationals – Link [mid-mugen.de]
> Luxembourg 1/8th scale title for Dirk Rischard – Link [serpent.com]
> Photos of the Axe Rossi Cobra X1 Evolution – Link [team-savoie.com]
> Coverage of the JMRCA 1/12th Nationals Championships – Link [kimihiko-yano.net]
> Keith comes close in carpet capers – Link [cmldistribution.co.uk]

September 27, 2007

Team Losi Xcelorin BL Motor & ESC

Trinity Xcelorin BL Motor & ESC

Team Losi have introduced the Xcelorin range of brushless motors and suitable speed controller for use with 1/36th scale cars. Designed with the company’s range of mini scale R/C cars in mind, the ESC features a one-touch setup button for simple ESC operation, a 6-amp power rating for impressive power delivery, gold-plated motor connectors for effective power transfer as well as linear braking functionality. Two different motors are available, the 10250kv and the 8750kv, both are ball raced for smoother operation and both are very powerful.

Click here for the full feature list and motor picture… content

September 27, 2007

Trinity Duo brushless motor heatsinks

Trinity have released these new hard anodized aluminum heatsink for the most popular brushless motors. Installed in minutes the heatsink replaces the can center for more cooling surface and better heat transfer which improves performance by reducing motor heat. This system, which is more efficient than clip on heatsinks, wont fall off in the event of a crash and is available in 2 sizes, one ROAR/IFMAR size (right) for on road and off-road racing and one Monster truck size (left) which offers higher cooling for monster trucks and any non-sanctioned racing both on and off-road.

Source: RCCA [rccaraction.com]

September 27, 2007

Spintec ICC or Radio Carrying Case

Spintec ICC or Transmitter Carrying Case

Dutch company Spintec have released this simple carrying case which has been specifically designed to safely store the company’s ICC charger. Featuring a padded construction, the case helps protect against as all kinds of abuse when travelling to races and for ease of transport it comes complete with a handy belt for carrying it on your shoulder. The case is also the perfect size to carry your transmitter and other items to races.

Source: Spintec [spintec.nl]

September 27, 2007

Team Orion performance AA & AAA cells

More batteries from Team Orion with the announcement that they will soon release all new AA and AAA NiMH batteries aimed at enhancing the performance of your Mini-Z or 1:18 vehicles. Packing a whopping 1.25Volts per cell, these AA and AAA’s provide voltage previously only found on high end precision electronic cells. For the 1:18 scales Team Orion are introducing a new 2700 AA cell, increasing the capacity as well as the performance, while for the Mini-Z market they will offer two levels of AAA’s. First for the racer there is the 900HV (High Voltage) for outright performance while for the Hobbyist, where often run time is key, they are releasing the larger capacity 1100RT (Run Time).

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]