Muchmore have introduced a high current charging tray for AAA batteries. The machined aluminium tray will help dissipate heat created during the charging process, reducing stress on the batteries while the screw-type battery terminals allow for easy and secure cell mounting. The tray measures 54x70x25.8mm, it weighs in at about 80g, comes pre-wired with an Ultra 2P connector and it is usable with one to four cells.
Coming from Motiv are the 2017 Defy LiPo battery packs for a range of applications. First up is the Defy V6000 2-cell pack, especially made for stock racing the chemistry will hold higher voltage at the top of the discharge curve, equalling more power at the end of the run. The pack weighs in at about 306g, making it also ideal for modified applications. Also new is the V4000 Shorty, a 2-cell offering that weighs in at 206g and that is intended for both stock and modified racing. Last but not least come two 1-cell batteries of 6000mAh (150g) and 7800mAh (155g) with the first being ideal for stock racing thanks to its special high voltage stock racing chemistry while the latter is intended for demanding modified racing with its high capacity of 7800mAh.
Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]
LRP have officially announced their long-awaited new competition brushless speed controller, the FlowX. Follow-up model to the popular Flow, the all-new ESC (that we exclusively featured back in September) sports an all-aluminium case that comes in a new dark-blue anodising. The power wires are now of an all-black colour as are the flat receiver and switch wires all of which makes for a cool factory team appearance. Also new is the flat power capacitor board that makes for easier mounting. Inside the case the ESC houses new high-end FETs exclusively customised for LRP and a redesigned heavy duty power board with both features allowing for up to 220A constant current. Furthermore the controller features the new V4.1 firmware for easy on-board programming and a heavy-duty standard voltage 6V/6A BEC system. Included with the speedo comes an optional fan unit as well as two sets of alloy screws for standard as well as thicker heavy duty fans. The speed controller is set for a release at the beginning of January.
Muchmore have introduced the LCG 4mm Euro connectors. The bullet-type plugs are of a special low-profile design to better comply with 23mm LCG battery packs. They offer a 7mm diameter head section with a contoured soldering area for easier wiring and to allow routing the plus and wires under low top decks, making for tidier soldering jobs and an overall improved visual appearance. The connectors are usable with all battery packs outfitted with 4mm tube-type connectors and they come in sets of two.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Elangears have introduced their new Elan R AI multi-chemistry DC charger. Based on the Elan R the AI variant comes with a new Lithium battery scan feature that makes for more convenient and secure battery charging. Before the charge process starts the device runs through a couple of routines, indicating the battery type and voltage to choose the best possible charge program and settings. After user confirmation the charger automatically starts the charging process and adapts the charging values if needed, based on the battery’s parameters such as voltage, current and internal resistance. The system is meant to minimise stress for the battery while still allowing for short charging times. With 100W of charge power the device allows for up to 10A or charge current with 1S to 6S LiPo, LiHV and LiFe batteries and it can also handle 1 to 14-cell NiMH batteries if needed. The charger is housed in a compact 91x120mmx45mm case and it features a backlit 2-lines, 16-characters LC display.
SMC have introduced their new Totemic brushless stock motors. Development focus has been on producing a solid platform that does not fade and still produces maximum output thanks to an optimised coil resistance. The Totemic family of motors include 13.5, 17.5 and 21.5 turn motors, each comes fitted with a 12.5mm rotor with the strongest magnets available. 12.3mm rotors are available for those looking for a bit more RPM. All motors come with pure copper solder tabs and collector ring, each gold plated for the best resistance and minimum oxidization. The motors are ROAR approved and available now.
Coming from Fenix Racing are several new parts such as a gear differential for 1/12th scale pan cars, a set of titanium front axles for the Xray X1 and a 17.5T brushless stock motor. Starting with the gear differential, the unit is based on Fenix’s poplar 1/10th gear diff and it features a Grade 5 titanium axle, ABEC 5 class 1/4×3/8×1/8 ball bearings and it utilises a 84T 64 pitch main gear. The prototype already showed some great performance with a 3rd place in the highly competitive 10.5T class at the recent Masters of Foam race in the hands of Jaques Libar.
Kyosho have introduced the Le Mans 240S brushless speed controller. The ESC is housed in a compact cast aluminium case and it is designed for the use with 2S to 3S LiPo batteries and down to 13.5T sensored brushless motors. A widely enclosed design makes the 60A rated speedo ideal for off-road and on-road applications alike. The controller measures 37.5x31x18.5mm and it comes pre-wired with 14AWG wire and a T-plug connector.
Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com] | RC Monkeys [rcmonkey.jp]
