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February 8, 2013

Reedy Sonic 540 Mach 2 motor

At the JConcepts Winter Indoor Nationals Reedy are debuting their new Sonic 540 Mach 2 motor. Small modifications were made to enhance performance, reliability and user-friendliness. A new alloy end cap replaces the plastic version to prevent accidental timing movement and to provide better bearing alignment. Strategically placed vent holes are now slightly smaller to reduce the chance of debris entering the motor while still maintaining excellent airflow. Internal changes include new bearing sizes to increase maximum RPM and to improve reliability as well as silver plated solder tabs to reduce power robbing resistance. The precision balanced high-strength sintered rotor remains the same as in the original model with a variety of optional rotors available to fine-tune for specific applications and tracks. New 6.0, 7.0, and 8.0 models are now available for greater fine-tuning for specific conditions.

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February 6, 2013

Racers Edge SOLO80 Prime Charger

Racers Edge Prime Chargers are capable of handling all of your charging needs while offering features you can’t find anywhere else. A full aluminum case with heat sink and built in cooling fans keep temperatures in check while the amps are flowing. An intuitive blue backlit display keeps navigation simple while handling the complexities of every battery chemistry on the market. Take your charging to the next level utilizing each chargers battery deck; with custom die cut logo foam pad, allowing your pit space to be maximized while wrenching. Built in balance software, a complete lineup of adapters, along with our unique Pro Bullet Harness, takes care of everything in your stable. There’s even a blank lead for your own customization. On top of all that there is a USB charge port for keeping your phone peaked during race days. Storage and transporting your charger has never been easier with our custom aluminum carrying cases, printed with our specs and models so your competition will be sure to know how much power is in your pit.

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February 4, 2013

TrakPower LiPo & LiFe receiver packs

TrakPower have introduced a new line of 2S LiPo & LiFe receiver packs designed to work in competition 1/8 scale applications. Available in flat and hump configurations, all feature universal connectors with the packs coming in 2400mAh LiPo Flat, 2700mAh LiPo Hump, 1600mAh LiFe Flat & 1900mAh LiFe Hump versions.

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January 31, 2013

C.Andy’s AHA race management system

C.Andy's AHA race management system

C.Andy’s have produced this AHA race management system for clubs and event/series organisers. The system places a small circuit board between the LiPo and the ESC which limits the electricity delivered to the ESC. The amount can be easily programmed by the organiser and easily checked through the use of LEDs. If the racer uses too much power the system will blink red and the driver wont pass post race scrutiny. The idea is to equalise the power from different ESCs, batteries and motors for example if you are using too much timing, you will use more power.

Source: C.Andy’s [rccarprototypes.de]

January 30, 2013

Dynamite Prophet Sport Quattro charger

Dynamite have introduced their new Prophet Sport Quattro 100W x 4 AC/DC charger. Featuring a compact footprint, four independently controlled charge outputs and a built in 400W power supply taking up a minimal amount of valuable bench space. Each output features 100W output with a charge current of 0.1A to 8.0A with a whole host of protection built in such as short circuit, over current, reverse polarity, low input and over temperature protection.

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January 25, 2013

Team Orion Advantage Touch Advanced charger

Team Orion introduce the Advantage Touch Advanced AC/DC charger with integrated 100W power supply. The follow-up model of the original Advantage Touch charger features a 400×240 pixel TFT touch display, the latest firmware version with multi-language menu, and up to 10A of charge current. The integrated power supply allows for mobile and home charging and the charger comes with an array of of accessories such as an universal balancing board and six charging harnesses with dedicated Tamiya, Traxxas, Deans and crocodile connectors.

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January 24, 2013

Team Orion Vortex VST2 motors

Team Orion introduce the Vortex VST2 690-size brushless motors for 1/8th scale applications. The motor is designed from the ground up using the experience gained with the US national championship winning MR8 motors and features a dual sensor port design, CNC-machined heatsink aluminium case and 4-pole technology. Available as 1900kv, 2100kv and 2500kv variant the motor also sports durable low-resistance pre-shaped solder tabs, precision balanced rotor and high quality stator materials.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 23, 2013

Vampire Racing SR8 Plus controller

Vampire Racing is currently working on the SR8 Plus brushless speed controller for 1/8th electric vehicles. The purpose-designed speed controller will feature a CNC-machined aluminium case, latest generation MOSFET technology for a true 180A continuous rating and an improved PTS 2 power timing system for optimised drivability. A prototype of the SR8 Plus will be on show at next week’s Nuremberg Toy Fair.

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