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December 13, 2007

Team Orion 4200SHO EU2008 cells

Following on from the announcement of the new SHO cell from Team Orion, a safer and more stable option to the current competition cells on the market, the Swiss company have released the first information about the EU2008 version of that cell. Made to meet the new 2008 EFRA regulations concerning cell size, these cells are 42.5mm in length, still staying under the 43mm maximum size after expansion. Team Orion have invested heavily in new tooling to create this new EFRA standard sized cell and they have been tested extensively by their team driver Teemu Leino over the past few months to ensure optimal results. Expect them to go on sale next week.

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December 13, 2007

Losi Micro LiPo Battery & Wall Charger

Amongst Losi’s new range of LiPo cells that we briefly wrote about at the end of November, was this LiPo pack for use in the company’s 1/36 Micro-T, Micro-Baja, and Micro-Desert Truck. Sold separately or with a wall charger (above), this 180mAh 7.4v 2 cell pack has been designed to fit the smallest Losi vehicles and provides plenty of power as well as long run times, coming pre-wired with the power connector.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

December 11, 2007

Much More brushed Motor series

Much More have announced the release of new range of dyno tested brushed motors for various budgets and applications. Providing high RPM and torque, this new range of motors are the perfect choice for 1/10th scale on and off road racers as well as 1/12th scale circuit racers. Available in a range of different winds, the motors all feature stand up brushes, capacitors and the Kali and Eavan series sport dual ball bearings. Other features include colour coded brush heat sinks, while the motor’s high torque amature design creates a more intense magnetic field for quicker spool-up. The Kali Modified motor is available in 10T double, 11T double and 13T double, the Eavan is a 19T motor while the Farrel is 23T.

Source: RC Forum [rcforum.co.kr]

December 10, 2007

Much More Power Station Multi Distributor

Much More have announced the release of the Power Station, essentially and power strip that gives multiple outputs from one power supply. With it you can connect up to 5 units, 3 of which come with switches and blue LEDs and can be used for applications up to 10 Amps. The other 2 connectors don’t have switches but can be used for higher current applications, up to 20 Amps. Available in anodised blue, black and purple, each Power Station is supplied with mid sized alligator clips and 50cm of silicon wire.

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December 8, 2007

Reedy 7.4V 20C LiPo battery packs

Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, Reedy is proud to introduce reliable and powerful 7.4V 20C LiPo battery packs designed specifically for use in R/C cars and trucks. A unique hard case design helps protects the battery from damage. Integrated locking nubs simulate sub-C cell profiles to allow the battery to be easily installed in slotted touring car chassis. By simply flipping the battery over, perfect installation in off-road vehicles is achieved.

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December 7, 2007

Corally matched Grepow 4200 cells

Corally have released their brand new VRS matched Grepow 4200 Sub-C cells. The Grepow 4200 offers high voltage and consistent run time, while VRS (Virtual Race Simulator) matched Maxx-Cellerated packs have been precision matched and treated for even higher voltage. Available in both race and factory specs, all matched Corally battery packs come complete with soldering bars and connector tubes.

Source: Corally [corally.com]

December 5, 2007

Trion 250mAh LiPo Cooling fan pack

Trion, makers of cooling fans and other electrical items, have released this LiPo cooling fan battery. Similar to their previous cooling fan pack, this is also very light (17g) but has more power, packing an adequate 250mAh while remaining very thin and flat. Supplied with a Futaba type socket to connect the fan directly to the power source, there is also a plug for charging. The pack has built in overcharge and excessive discharge protection circuits and a very small footprint of only 27.5 mm x 41mm x 7mm.

Source: Team Trion [team-trion.com]

December 4, 2007

Trinity StarCell iPlug Connector

Trinity have announced that they are the exclusive World wide distributor for the new StarCell line of R/C electronics with the first offering in the StarCell line, the new iPlug. The iPlug is a new super low resistance high amp carrying connector designed for monster trucks, boats and any vehicle with high voltage and amperage requirements. Featuring less resistance then “Tamiya” style plugs, the iPlug is compatible with the new Traxxas vehicles and will plug right into Traxxas style plugs.

Source: Xtreme RC [rc411.com]