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May 30, 2019

Arrowmax tyre & battery warmer

Coming from Arrowmax is a compact tyre and battery warmer. The device utilises a compact control unit for easy storage and less pit space needed with the warmer cups being of Arrowmax’s signature black and golden design. They connect to the front side of the case, ensuring easy organisation of the wires. The control unit is equipped with an XT60 connector, allowing to power the tyre warmer using a 13.8V power supply or a 3S LiPo battery. Built-in sensors ensure precise temperature control, independently for the front and rear tyres, and the warmer not only is usable as a tyre warmer but also as a battery warmer using an optional warming bag. Pre-set values ensure performance enhancing and very high user safety.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

May 24, 2019

LiPo Factory 3S 5000mAh TRX battery pack

Trinity have introduced the new LiPo Factory 11.1V 3S 5000mAh LiPo battery pack for Traxxas vehicles. Built using high-power 55C/110C cells for exceptional performance and durability the soft case pack measures 142x45x25mm and it weighs in at 330g. It comes pre-wired with a Traxxas-compatible plug, making it usable in Traxxas kits such as the TRX-4 Series of crawlers, the Slash VXL 2WD and 4WD; as well as the UDR Desert Racer and the E-Revo VXL.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]

May 24, 2019

Xtreme Racing iCharger X8 carbon fibre stand

Coming from Xtreme Racing is their new carbon fibre charger stand designed for the popular iCharger X8. The stand will hold the X8 and similar chargers at an angle, making go better viewing and allowing more air around the charger for cooling. The stand will fit perfectly over most server-style 90x40mm power supplies to take less room in the pit space. The set includes two side plates, the charger plate and two aluminium spacers with fasteners.

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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 22, 2019

Motiv Launch 3S long pack LiPo battery

Motiv has introduced their new Launch series LiPo battery. The Launch battery is developed for only the most serious RC drag racer and it utilises high-performance 110C+ burst cells together with ultra-thick 8AWG wire. The new-size 3S pack, measuring 123x44x24 and weighing in at 317g now rounds out the line of batteries with options for all 1S, 2S, and 3S drag racing applications. Launch has been the battery of choice for many high-level competitors to set record times since its introduction in 2018.

Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]

May 21, 2019

Fantom 8000mAh 7.6V Pro HV Silicon Graphene battery

Fantom Racing have introduced their new 8000mAh 7.6V Pro HV Silicon Graphene hardcase battery pack. Built from high-quality 110C/160C cells the battery measures 139x47x25mm and it weighs in at 321g. It comes pre-wired with a genuine Deans-type connector and is ideal for demanding applications such as high-performance brushless ready-to-run vehicles.

Source: Fantom Racing [fantomracing.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

MonacoRC Super Power Block power supply

Coming from MonacoRC is their new Super Power Block 750W power supply. Delivering high output power yet being small in size the 12.6V power supply offers up to 750W of power and due to originally being used in industrial machinery it stands for maximum stability, performance and safety. The device is usable with 100VAC to 240VAC input and it offers three output channels.

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