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May 23, 2016

Fenix Racing DFV2 stock brushless motors

Coming from Fenix Racing are the DFV2 electric brushless motors. Building on the popular DFV the version 2 offers a redesigned can with additional cooling openings for a lower operation temperature and more consistent performance over a run. Also new are an updated stator with improved wiring and a new epoxy-balanced rotor with 5mm front bearing and improved magnetic strength. Available as 13.5T and 21.5T variant the motors are built to meet EFRA specifications with the company currently seeking homologation for the 21.5T motor to make sure it is legal to race at the forthcoming Euros.

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May 23, 2016

HRC Racing TSW LiPo safety bag

Coming from HRC Racing is the TSW LiPo safety bag. The industry-standard bag allows to store up to two 2S packs and it is made from fire-resistant material to reduce harm created in case a LiPo battery goes boom during charging, discharging or storage. Safety bags line this are mandatory at many tracks with the HRC variant sporting red and white logos all over it for easy recognition.

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May 20, 2016

GForce Catapult R LiPo battery packs

Japanese company GForce have introduced their new Catapult R LiPo battery packs. The batteries are available in four different specifications including a 3300mAh and 4200mAh 60C and 5200mAh and 5800mAh 70C variants all of which utilise updated hardcases with through-type connectors. The packs also sport split-type stickers to allow for easy mounting using tape and they will become available by the end of May.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

May 19, 2016

Xenon Racing NovaTested 1/12th scale LiPo packs

Coming from Xenon Racing are the NovaTested high-performance 1/12th scale LiPo battery packs. Available as 7.4V 3200mAh 110C and 3.7V 8000mAh 100C pack, the batteries are of a low-profile design and tested for performance with the voltage and capacity test results written down individually. While the 1S pack is intended especially for 1/12th scale racing the 2S pack is also good for the use in 1/10th 2WD buggies and other applications.

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May 18, 2016

Arrowmax 7.4V 5000mAh low-profile LiPo battery pack

Arrowmax have introduced their new 7.4V 5000mAh low-profile LiPo battery pack. Aimed at touring car racers the battery utilises an only 22.5mm tall hardcase to lower the car’s centre of gravity. It is made using high-performance 55C/110C cells, ideal for both Modified and Stock racing, and uses 5mm tube-type connectors.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

May 12, 2016

Sanwa Super Vortex Gen2 & Stock Type speedos

During this week’s Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan Sanwa have introduced the new Super Vortex Gen2 and Super Vortex Stock Type brushless speed controllers. Starting with the Super Vortex Gen2, the controller is the follow-up model of the Super Vortex Zero and features SSR and SSL compatibility, it can make use of the Code 10 feature for M12S and Exzes ZZ radios and it also sports improved telemetry functions. All that is housed in a new all-aluminium case and the controller is fully programmable using Sanwa’s optional programming box.

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May 11, 2016

Hobbywing WiFi Express module

Hobbywing have introduced their new WiFi Express module for the use with the Xerun and Ezrun range of brushless speed controllers. Used in lieu of the LCD Programming Box the device allows for easy setting changes of the controller’s software using an iOS or Android-based mobile device while also giving access to the data logging feature of the XR10 Pro speed controller. On top of this the module makes for easy firmware updates to stay up-to-date with the latest releases. The device is powered by the controller’s build-in fan port, it measures 25.7×25.7×8.8mm and weighs in at only 11g.

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

May 4, 2016

Reedy Blackbox 1000Z+ Competition ESC

Reedy have introduced the Blackbox 1000Z+ Competition ESC, a simple-to-use, economical and powerful ESC that features timing options for Modified class racers as well as zero-timing blinky mode for Spec class racers. Excellent throttle and brake feel, a wide range of adjustability and robust hardware make the Blackbox 1000Z+ suitable for a variety of racing applications.

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