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July 22, 2016

Trinity introduce new charge cables & B6 options

Coming from Trinity is a range of balance charge cables and option parts for the Team Associated B6-series of buggies. Starting with the Pro Hi-Amp charge cables, they are available in a short 12 inch, 30cm variant with white sleeve and also as longer 24 inch, 60cm harness with green sleeve. Both are of an updated design with with battery-side wires splitting further back for more flexibility. The cables come pre-wired using high-temp solder, 5mm battery and 4mm bullet-type charger connectors.

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July 22, 2016

Yokomo YR-10 hard chassis, arm collars & RP rotors

Yokomo have introduced a truck load of new parts for the YR-10 formula kit as well as optional rotors for the Racing Performer brushless motors. Starting with the YR-10 options, first up is a hard graphite main chassis plate. Featuring the same design and thickness as the original chassis the part is made from much harder carbon fibre, making for decreased flex and thus improved handling on high-bite surfaces. The chassis is a direct replacement and usable on both carpet and asphalt tracks.

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July 21, 2016

Modify 40mm high RPM motor fan set

Coming from Japanese brand Modify is a 40mm high RPM motor fan set. Included are a high airflow 18,000 RPM fan unit for improved motor cooling as well as an all-black extension wire to couple the fan with a free receiver output. Using additional fans will lower the motor temperatures of both modified and stock motors and also in high ambient temperatures.

Source Modify [modifyrc.com]

July 20, 2016

Bullitt 2800mAh LiIon receiver battery pack

Nemo Racing have introduced the new Bullitt 2800mAh LiIon receiver battery pack. Coming made from high-quality cells the high capacity battery allows for exceptional runtime even when using power-hungry servos during hour-long mains. The softcase pack is of the perfect size for the Agama A215 battery box and it also fits many other cars. Prewired with a universal receiver plug and XH balancer port the battery is available now.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

July 20, 2016

Scorpion RR-3420 ROAR-spec 10.5T brushless motor

Scorpion have introduced their all-new RR-3420 brushless motor. Designed to meet ROAR specifications the motor features an 7075 aluminium case with heatsink design and several cooling openings that also allow to check the stator specifications. Furthermore the motor utilises high-temperature magnets and high-purity copper wires for minimal internal resistance. The stator material is high-grade silicon steel and a built-in cooling fan reduces the internal temperatures while a patented screw-type rotor surface increases flux density and maximises cooling. The motor is currently available as 10.5T variant and should get ROAR approval soon.

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July 20, 2016

Arrowmax 14.8V 4S 5200mAh LiPo battery pack

Arrowmax have expanded their line of high-performance LiPo battery packs by a 14.8V variant for 1/8th scale applications. Build from 55C cells with a capacity of 5200mAh the battery measures 139x47x48mm and it comes in a protective hardcase and pre-wired with a T-type power and a standard balancer connector. The cells allow for up to 110C burst rate, enough even for the most power-hungry motors.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

July 20, 2016

Yeah Racing 30mm alloy case cooling fan

Yeah Racing have introduced a 30mm cooling fan with outer aluminium case. The sturdy metal construction helps to dissipate heat generated by the fan’s motor in hot conditions while also adding durability to the overall construction, resulting in improved lifespan. On top of his the unit allows for rewiring thanks to accessible solder joints, making for neat and clean wiring jobs.

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July 15, 2016

ProTek Prodigy 612 Quad AC/DC charger

ProTek’s Prodigy 612 Quad AC/DC charger is a multi-output device that can handle up to four batteries at a time. Thanks to the ultra-powerful built-in power supply the device can handle 6S LiPo packs, it is capable of 10 amp charge rates, and it delivers a variety of powerful, yet useful features. The digital power setting allows users to power additional DC powered equipment, while the Pre-Charge function gives users an opportunity to save Lithium batteries that have been discharged too far. Additionally the charger features a Hi-Voltage LiHV mode that allows to safely charge Hi-Voltage LiHV capable batteries to up to 4.40V per cell. Included with the charger come AC and DC input cables, a variety of charge and connector leads as well as four XH-type balancer boards.

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