June 5, 2019

Performa Racing waterproof crawler brushless combo

Performa Racing have announced the release of their new waterproof brushless speed controller and motor combo for trail trucks and crawlers. The set includes the new Limited Red Rock Edition Radical Crawler motor and the new Radical Crawler controller. A specialised sensor technology and a crawler special staggered pole rotor deliver a new level of speed accuracy for uphill, downhill, and super slow crawling conditions. The Radical Technology provides ultra-smooth throttle control without cogging and allows precise deceleration when going down steep inclines. Included is a waterproof switch and waterproof sensor harness, making the Radical Crawler Combo water friendly so owners can enjoy the most extreme crawling adventures. The controller is set up so it can be used right out of the box and for owners that like to experiment and fine tune for ultimate control, 14 parameters can be adjusted using the electronic switch or with an optional program box. The Radical Crawler Controller is compatible with other sensored, sensorless, or brushed motors and both the ESC and motor are also available separately.

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May 22, 2019

Racing Performer Drift.Spec RPX II Red speed controller

Yokomo have introduced their new Red Edition Racing Performer Drift.Spec RPX II brushless speed controller. The speedo is built using matched premium-grade FETs for a super-low internal resistance, best possible power transfer and less heat built-up. A special firmware ensures optimised throttle and car control on all surfaces and in all track conditions. A switchable 6V/7.4V 6A BEC system ensures stable power supply even for high-power HV servos and the controller comes including a fan unit, all black wires, and a red anodised fan cover.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]


May 17, 2019

Tekin introduce RS Gen3 1/10th speed controllers

Tekin have announced the release of their new RS Gen3 and RS Gen3 Spec 1/10th scale brushless speed controllers. The RS Gen3, with an 8.5T motor limit, brings a suite of enhanced features including better power handling and improved tuning features that give racers a host of adjustments. Standard features include an updated HD solder post design for easy soldering, a high-voltage BEC and HotWire compatibility for extensive tuning. Next generation components put more power at the driver’s disposal and new firmware make the RS Gen3 Tekin’s smoothest, best-driving RS ever.

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May 16, 2019

RC Maker GeoCarbon capacitor mount

RC Maker have introduced their new GeoCarbon capacitor mount for many of today’s 1/10th scale speed controllers. Weighing in at only one gram, it allows to fix the capacitor to the ESC without any risk of it falling off. Normally the ESC is a very popular place to stick the capacitor to, as it is off the ground and out of the way, however when the ESC gets hot, it releases the double sided tape and the capacitor can move and fall off. The carbon bracket screws between the fan and the heatsink, then allowing to stick the capacitor to the carbon with a much more reliable mount that ensures the double sided tape stays stuck. It can be rotated or flipped to any side of the ESC desired and two versions for 25mm and 30mm fans with up to 3mm screws are available.

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May 9, 2019

Muchmore Fleta Euro V2 high-current BEC version ESC

Muchmore have introduced their new Fleta Euro V2 high-current BEC version brushless speed controller. The updated variant features a new high-power BEC system with switchable 6V/7.4V and 5A output, allowing for reliable receiver and servo operation. Other features include a built-in on/off switch, RPM limit and traditional blinky modes as well as the possibility to power a cooling fan even with the speedo being switched off. All this is housed in a compact 32.7×26.5x17mm case with the black and red anodised heatsink helping to recognise the updated high current BEC variant.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]


April 22, 2019

Reedy Blackbox 1000Z+ Pro sensored brushless ESC

Team Associated have introduced the new Reedy 1000Z+ Pro censored brushless competition speed controller. The simple to use, yet powerful ESC offers versatile features that make it suitable for both Modified and Spec class racers. Excellent throttle and brake feel, a wide range of adjustability, and robust hardware make the Blackbox 1000Z+ PRO an excellent choice for a variety of racing applications. Improving upon the 1000Z+ it replaces, the 1000Z+ Pro features a CNC-machined top case with an integrated heat sink, fan port, and bolt pattern suitable for an optional 30mm fan. Additional Drag Brake, Drive Frequency, and Max Brake Strength settings option have been added to allow for even greater fine tuning. A more reliable Power button, shared with the 510R ESC, doubles as a selection button for settings changes. However, by popular demand, the option to make settings changes using the optional Black PROgrammer2, has been added.

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April 15, 2019

Reds Racing ZX Pro 160A speed controller

Reds Racing from Italy have introduced their all-new ZX Pro 160A 1/10th scale brushes speed controller. The no-compromised ESC was developed with the input of Reds Racing’s international team of factory drivers and it features an updated firmware with new algorithms for throttle and brake control that result in the smoothest possible throttle and very strong brake feeling. At 95g including wires the controller is also lighter than the previous version while offering new programming functions. The speedo features a built-in power switch and programming port, it utilises a switchable 6V/7.4V BEC system as well as a 30mm fan unit. The ZX Pro is available separately, including programming box or Z-Line motors.

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April 7, 2019

Dash 30mm black & golden ultra high speed fan

Dash have added a 30mm ultra high speed fan to their line-up. The double ball-raced fan is housed in a machined aluminium case with black and golden anodising for strength and looks and it was developed for the use in high temperature environments. The motor fan comes with a black receiver wire lead and it adds to the already existing variant for the use with speed controllers.

Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]