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January 22, 2014

Hobbywing Xerun 120A WP V3.1 ESC

German Hobbywing distributor Hype announce the soon release of the Xerun 120A WP V3.1 speed controller. Building on the already known V3.1 the WP version is highly water protected making it ideal for on-road and off-road applications alike. The controller is made for 2S to 3S use, sports a 120A rating and it the ESC’s firmware is upgradable using the optional programming box. The other features such as the high airflow cooling head, all-aluminium case and build-in switch remain unchanged from the non-WP model.

Source: Hype [hype-rc.de]

January 22, 2014

Hype X-200 Touch DC charger

Hype introduce the X-200 Touch 200W DC multi-chemistry charger. The main feature of the device is the large 96x54mm touch sensitive colour display to control and monitor all relevant charging and discharging parameters. Offering a multi-language menu the charger is designed for the use with up to 6 cell LiXX and up to 16 cell NiXX packs as well as Lead-Acid batteries. A maximum charge current of 10A makes for low charging times while the X-200 also offers a 3A discharge function. An integrated LiPo balancer and special modes for all battery types round out the package.

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January 21, 2014

HPI Plazma Pro 4000mAh shorty LiPo battery

New in HPI Racing’s Plazma Pro range of LiPo batteries is the 4000mAh 2S shorty pack. Build from 95C cells the pack meets the latest ROAR and EFRA size specifications and it is ideal for off-road and on-road cars alike. Included with the pack, that is fitted with 4mm female gold-plated connector tubes, comes a suitable charging and balancing harness.

Source: HPI [hpiracing.com]

January 16, 2014

Team Orion Vortex R8.1 Pro ESC

Team Orion introduce the new Vortex R8.1 Pro 1/8 competition brushless speed controller specially designed for sensored BL motors. The 2S to 4S LiPo-compatible ESC is based around the World Championship winning R10 Pro speedo and features the same advanced programming features, dual sensor ports and machined aluminium case design. The controller is equipped with a strong 6V/7.2V BEC system, an improved cooling fan protection and it works with both sensored and sensorless motors. It comes with Factory-installed Deans-type connectors while additional programming can be performed using Team Orion’s DSB-R programming box. The controller will be on show at the upcoming Nuremberg Toyfair at the end of January.

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January 13, 2014

Team Orion Advantage Touch Duo charger

Team Orion introduce the Advantage Touch Duo AC/DC multi-chemistry charger. Building on the experience gained with the single output Advantage Touch chargers the device features a build-in 200 watts power supply for up to 10A charge current per output for simultaneous charging of up to two 6S LiPo battery packs. A colour touch screen display show all of the important charging, discharging and balancing parameters and a new split view allows to display the data of both channels. The charger is also equipped with a USB connector for firmware upgrades and two temperature probe connectors. Included with the charger come two 4-in-1 balancing boards.

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January 6, 2014

Elangears Elan Mini & Power Bridge

Elangears have released a new compact AC/DC charger, the Elan Mini. Featuring a single DC output when powered by AC it can output up to 7A while when DC powered it can charge up to 12A. Featuring a discharge feature up to 7A it also sports a 5V 4A USB port. The unit can handle the full range of the most popular battery types and with a small footprint (135x95x80mm) it weighs in at 730grams. Elangears also has a new Power Bridge that distributes 12V DC through 4 outputs (2x40A & 2x10A) and 2xUSB ports. Two of the outputs also sport an on off switch.

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December 16, 2013

Speed Passion Blaze short course motor

Speed Passion introduce the new Blaze series of sensored and sensorless brushless motors for 1/10th scale short course applications. Designed to bridge the gap between raw power and high efficiency the Blaze series motors feature an innovative motor design to provide power and efficiency for both indoor and outdoor tracks. The design translates to more power, longer runtimes, and less motor heat while providing stronger and smoother braking at the same time. The motors are inspired by the World Champion MMM series motors and will become available as 4600kv and 5700kv variant.

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December 15, 2013

Maifield is 4WD Top Qualifier at JConcepts Finals

Team Associated’s Ryan Maifield pulled off another overall TQ at the JConcepts Indoor National Series Finals posting the fastest time in the third & final round to secure pole position for tomorrow’s 4WD Buggy A-Mains. His second TQ of the day, having earlier wrapped up the honour in 2WD Short Course in Q2, the Arizona ace will start the triple Main ahead of fellow Associated driver Nick Gibson who starts from the no.2 spot.

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