The new Venom Sport Charge AC NiMH battery charger is a peak detection charger that allows you to quickly and safely charge your NiMH battery packs. The charger can charge 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 cell NiMH battery packs at a user selectable 1, 2 or 4 amps. The Venom Sport Charge includes a built-in power supply and is UL approved. Charging NiMH batteries has never been easier.
Source: Venom [venom-group.com]
A Main Hobbies have announced a new line of ProTek R/C brand LiPo hard case power battery packs, with true 50C constant discharge rate. These packs include bullet connectors for charging and balancing, or a balance charge lead with a Deans style T-plug installed. The balance adapter included is an Align/E-Flite style XH balance connector. Built using a hard plastic case that is required for use at ROAR sanctioned tracks and events, the packs are available in multiple configurations from 1S for 1/12th scale pan cars to large 4S packs for 1/8th electric off-road buggies and truggies. Also released was a ProTek R/C brand LiFe battery packs for the Kyosho Mini-Z vehicles, with true 15C constant discharge rate.
Nosram have announced that their World Championship winning Pearl Evolution version 2 ESCs are now available. Offering flexibility by individualized settings and a revolutionary SuperBEC featuring constant 6V/3A output with 3-7.4V voltage guarantee unbeatable on-track performance. USB software updates ensure that the Pearl Evolution version 2 will be the top competition speed control in the future as well. The ISTC touring car version of this speedo is also available and differs in that it sports a heat sink and is supplied with a cooling fan.
Hobbywing have released their new Xtreme Stock ESC, which boasts a smaller footprint and lighter weight over its predecessor. Featuring a 3/4 aluminium case, if you are using boost and the turbo function it can only support 8.5T motor and above. If you disable the boost and the turbo function, which is not needed for modified racing, you can use a motor down to a 5.5T, excellent for off road and on road applications.
Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]
New from Racers Edge is this 45C Race Edition 5200 LiPo saddle pack which features industry standard bullet ports and comes with a Deans connector wire set complete with JST-XH style balance plug. This hard case pack is a direct fit into the new Team Durango DEX410 and DEX410R buggy as well as other chassis’.
Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]
New from Diggity Design is the first two LiPo packs in their new Phenom series. Available in 5600mAh and 5200mAh, these 50C 7.4V batteries feature a hard case for impact protection and are supplied with charge and balance connector. ROAR approval pending.
Team Tekin have announced the release of their Vegas 208 software that contains several major advances towards Tekin’s never-ending pursuit of perfection. As well as increases in performance and lower temperatures, V208 includes a ‘spec’ mode required at some races and some new features to make it all easier to use.
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Some new battery options from HPI with the release of this new stick pack and AA cells. The HPI Plazma 7.2V 3300mAh battery pack features durable and reliable rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery cells. It’s pre-assembled with a plug installed, making it a quick and easy way to power cars like the E10, Brama 10B and Formula Ten and the standard rounded stick pack configuration makes it a universal fit in many electric-powered vehicles and battery-powered accessories like the HPI Roto Start. The HPI Plazma 1.5V Alkaline AA batteries are perfect for a wide variety of applications and their alkaline construction means they’re ready to go right out of the package, with long shelf life and reliable performance. Sold in packs of 4 batteries.
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