April 28, 2010

Answer RC Fuel filter & Servo horns

Answer RC Fuel filter & Servo horns

Answer-RC have released a number of new accessories including this fuel filter, with pressure stabilizing tube. Available in red or black it can be used as a conventional fuel filter on the engine supply line to ensure that no debris reaches your motor or as a pressure stabilizer on the exhaust return line. The latter reduces pressure spike in the tank making for a more reliable run. Also new from Answer-RC are these two CNC machined aluminum servo horns for ultimate durability. The first straight servo horn is designed to keep the arm in line with the gears and put less strain on the servo bearings. A specially designed clamping servo horn for ultimate security is supplied with 2 x screws and allen wrench for the perfect mounting. Both are available in red or black and in 23, 24 and 25T splines to suit all servos.

View the servo horns here


April 20, 2010

Sanwa SRG-CZ & SRG-BZ high torque servos

Sanwa SRG-CZ & SRG-BZ high torque servos

Sanwa have released their new super-response coreless torque-servos, the SRG-CZ and SRG-BZ. The CZ has been designed specifically for use in the 1/8 off-road area, while the BZ is better suited for the nitro and electric on-road classes. Both feature high quality Japanese ball bearings, double isolation against humidity and a special high quality plastic case.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


April 20, 2010

Hiro Seiko Swarovski crystal mounted screws

Hiro Seiko Swarovski crystal mounted screws

When anodized screws just aren’t bling enough, Hiro Seiko have introduced these genuine Swarovski crystal mounted screws for your radio. Available in the seven colours that you see above, they are suitable for Futaba and KO Propo transmitters.

Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]


April 8, 2010

Spektrum S6040 & S6030 surface servos

Spektrum S6040 & S6030 surface servos

Spektrum have introduced two new surface servos, the S6040 and S6030. The S6040 combines the impressive ultra fast .08 second transit time with 167oz of torque and titanium gears. The coreless motor allows for extended motor life and a smoother operation. This performance, along with the smooth precision of its dual ball bearing output shaft and titanium gears, makes it the ultimate upgrade. The heavy-duty, metal-gear S6030 puts out an incredible 278 oz-in of torque making it the perfect servo for 1/10-scale monster trucks, buggies and truggies.  And it delivers this torque with silky smooth precision thanks to its dual ball-bearing output shaft.

Source: Spektrum [spektrumrc.com]


March 27, 2010

Sanwa HVS-ZV & HVS-ZS servos

Sanwa HVS-ZV & HVS-ZS servos

Sanwa have released 2 new servos, the HVS-ZV and HVS-ZS. These extremely strong and fast servos are optimised for both 6.0V and 7.4V and is therefore ideal for use with nitro models, where normally a voltage regulator is mandatory. Double isolated to protect against humidity, and ball raced, the ZV can manage 24.2kg per cm and can complete 40 degrees in 0.08s. while the ZS does 20.5kg per cm and the same range in 0.07s, at 6 volts.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


March 17, 2010

LRP A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter

LRP A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter

LRP have released their new A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter, a high value for money transmitter complete with high-end features. The little brother of the successful C3-STX 2.4GHz Pro it impresses with its 2.4GHz system through extremely high reliability and transmission security. Features include end point adjustment, fail safe function that sets channel 2 to a defined position in case of a weak or lost radio signal, a 2.4GHz mini 2-channel receiver and ergonomic grip and steering wheel.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


February 24, 2010

Associated P3-SS 2.4GHz 3CH radio control system

Associated P3-SS 2.4GHz 3CH radio control system

Team Associated have released their P3-SS 2.4GHz 3CH radio control system. Designed using the state-of-the-art wireless and advanced-programming technology, this radio will advance and simplify the control of your surface model while providing many years of enjoyment. Featuring spread spectrum and smart-frequency hopping systems, the XP3-SS delivers precision control with greatly reduced risk of interference, while a variety of standard features enhance user friendliness.

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February 12, 2010

Core RC Code 2.4GHz R/C system

Core RC Code 2.4GHz R/C system

Core RC have introduced the Code 2.4GHz Digital Proportional R/C System, which has been designed for UK racers brought up on a long tradition of twin stick radio configuration. It offers a whole host of features designed for maximum functionality and ease of use and there is now no need to worry about the frequencies of your buddies, the 2.4GHz takes car of that. With its list of high end features, it may look like they come from a £300+ radio but the Core RC Code costs just a fraction of that, retailing at £90 and coming supplied with a small 3 channel receiver that is small enough to be used in almost any application.

Click here for the full feature list