New from Moore-Speed RC, and seen during our coverage of the 4th round of the ETS, is this LiPo battery safety/carry bag. Made from fire retardant material this cool looking LiPo safety bag is a totally new style for a LiPo bag and not only is it far neater on your pit table but it will also hold up to 3 packs for transportation to and from the track.
New from Losi, the Multipro 80W is a full featured, very rugged AC/DC multi-chemistry battery charger with 1-3C charge rate for Lithium Ion, Nickle Metal and Sealed Lead Acid batteries. Featuring 80W charging power and 10W discharging power, it has built in protection from temperature, low input voltage, over current, short circuit and reverse polarity.
Nosram have released software updates for their Pearl range of ESCs including the Evolution, ISTC version 2 and Spec racing version 2. The update improves the sensor handling algorithm as well as fixing low speed stutter which some drivers experienced at times on the evolution and ISTC V2. The update on the Pearl Spec racing V2 features improved bootloading code, from v4.4 upwards gives faster & more secure updating, adjusted Mode3 timing maps which decrease motor temperature drastically and revised brake for sharper response. The updated software is available to download from the Nosram site here.
Source: Nosram [nosram.com]
Grid RC have released this new motor mount for the Hot Bodies Ve8. Designed to support the popular Neu/Castle and Tekin motors, it uses an eccentric style of mesh adjustment that allows precise mesh settings and when locked, holds it regardless of how hard the vehicle is driven. The ball bearing motor plate will support four mounting screws for most 1/8 motors and a special pattern for the Tekin that uses six holes. The Grid motor mount allows enough spacing so that the sensor cable can be used and the Grid custom top differential bulkhead plate is also included with the mount kit.
Much More have announced updates to their Impact line of LiPo packs with two of the range getting a capacity and discharge rate increase. Their latest and greatest pack is the 6200mAh hard case stick pack with 60C rating, while there is also now a 5800mAh 60C pack. Both are 7.4V hard case packs and are supplied with bullet connectors.
Source: Much More [muchmoreracing.net]
Viper RC have released the VTX10/10R ESC for 1/10-scale and 1/12-scale RC cars and trucks. From the high quality components and precise tuning using the ProGuage 5-in-1 tool, the VTX 10/10R will take your RC car to the next level of competition without needing to lug around a laptop and programming without unplugging the RX connector. The VTX10/10R can easily fit all applications with its incredibly small footprint and his little unit delivers performance, quality and customizable settings that gives the user unlimited possibilities.
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Dynamite’s new Passport UltraPower 150w DC charger represents the ultimate in versatility and power. With features like 150 watts of charging power, 7-Amp charge / 5-Amp discharge rates, 1-5C charge ability, multi-chemistry compatibility and more, the Passport UltraPower 150w DC charger is perfect for intermediate to advanced RC surface enthusiasts.
Two new LiPo packs from Venom, the first is this 1S 5000mAh 3.7v durable hard case pack which is ideally suited for use in 1/12th scale cars. Continuously rated for 50C, this pack delivers the performance you need and its heavy-duty 12AWG wire leads come equipped with Venom’s own Universal Plug System for simple plug-and-play operation. Also new is the Venom 15C 2S 250mah 7.4v LiPo pack which was designed for use in the Losi Micro 1/24th Scale Rally Cars and 4wd Short Course Trucks. Pre-wired with a Molex 51005 connector, plus XH style balance connector.
