Coming soon from Futaba is their new 7PXR high-end radio system. It builds on the popular 7PX but will feature a redesigned menu button area, lightweight option parts and carbon fibre design decals. Also coming is an updated receiver from what is understood. The release is scheduled for November and more details and images should be available by then.
View an image of the updated button section here
Coming from Helix Designs are two new antenna mounts for the use with the Sanwa RX-491 receiver. The 3-D-printed parts offer a clean sleek way to hold and protect the receiver’s antenna. Helix are offering two different versions; Low Profile and Long Range. The low profile cover keeps the antenna in a small space low and out of the way for a clean looking electronics install. Recommended for medium to small track sizes. Long range holds the antenna upright for a small compact way to make the most range and consistency possible. This comes with the set screw and perfect length antenna tube for the Sanwa RX-491. The latter mount is recommended for the largest of tracks out there. Installation of both required the use of optional double sided tape.
Coming soon from Power HD are their new Storm S-Series HV servos for professional racing applications. All servos feature all-aluminium housings in a 2-tone anodising that is available with silver, red or gold-colour details while the geartrains are made up using high-quality aluminium and steel gears. Japanese Noble potentiometers ensure highest possible precision and an updated PCB supports SSR and SUR modes. The line will include the S15 low-profile and S25 and S35 standard size servos all of which are usable with 6V to 8.4V input. Full details will become available in time of the release.
Source: Power HD [chd.hk]
Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Spektrum DX5C 5-channel DSMR radio system that adds AVC and Smart Compatibility to any vehicle with the SR6100AT AVC receiver. The transmitter is the perfect savvy solution for bashers, boaters and scalers who want a staggering list of advanced features that includes the virtually unlimited possibilities 5-channel control offers. Built around frequency-agile, DSMR 2.4GHz technology, owners can use the DX5C in any type of surface application and it is also backwards compatible with DSM2 Spektrum receivers. When combined with Spektrum Firma Smart speed controllers and Spektrum Smart capable receivers, the DX5C receives telemetry data right to the transmitter through the Smart Throttle port on the receiver. Smart Throttle ESCs can send RPM, speed, ESC temp, volts and amp draw. Included with the transmitter comes the SR6100AT 6-channel AVC/Telemetry receiver but the radio is also available as a transmitter-only set.
View a list of the features and another image here
Coming from SRT is their new BH815S HV brushless low-profile servo for 1/10th on-road applications. Usable with up to 8.4V input the servo offers up to 15kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.05s and thanks to an advanced technology micro controller it features very precise centre point returning and stronger holding power. Also included is SSR mode compatibility when using Sanwa radios. On top of this the servo comes in a new black and golden alloy case design, making it stand out.
T-Works have introduced their new electronic on/off switch for nitro vehicles. It replaces the standard mechanical switches for a multifunctional unit that not only is a lot more reliable but it also offers a battery monitor function for LiPi and NiMH receiver battery packs. The switch is usable with 5V to 9V input and up to 8A of current and it installs in the same location as a mechanical switch. Included with the splash-waterproof device is a dust cover ad well as a counter plate and mounting hardware and it comes pre-wired with universal-type connectors.
Power HD have announced the release of their Traxxas TRX-4 specific TR-4 waterproof mini servo. The high-voltage compatible servo pulls up to 2.6kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.10s and it features a long 35cm receiver wire and mini-class dimensions of 22.5×12.5×24.0mm to ensure the servo is a direct fit in the TRX-4 crawler. The servo utilises a 25T spline, metal gears and special gaskets make it waterproof for go-everywhere capabilities.
View a list of the specifications here
Coming for the FlySky NB4 radio is a new screen protector from T-Works. The crystal clear protector sheet will prevent the screen from becoming scratched or damaged while allowing for easier cleaning at the same time. The pre-cut protector is a direct fit and it is available from now on.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
