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December 10, 2012

Team Wave Eclipse brushless motors

After 18 months of development, Team Wave have announce their latest generation of brushless motor, Eclipse. The motor is equipped with a unique LED temperature visualizing system to provide instant temperature reading from inside the motor. A NTC temperature sensor is embedded to measure the core temperature and the reading is then presented through the differently colored LEDs distributed around the endbell. Available in winds from 3.5T to 21.5T.

Source: Team Wave [teamwaveonline.com]

December 8, 2012

Venom Stronghold 25A DC charger

Venom have introduced the new Stronghold 25 Amp DC Battery Charger, the the world’s first charger that combines cutting-edge technology and improved charging safety in one package. This charger offers a full 500-watt circuit and allows charge rates up to an astonishing 25amps. The panel features an easy-to-read backlit LCD screen and an easy to use intuitive programming menu. The Stronghold also allows you to keep track of your LiPo packs performance and condition with the new IR-Mode internal resistance test. IR-Mode™ tests each cell individually and provides single cell and total pack resistance values so you can see the real-time condition of your LiPo and LiFe battery packs.

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November 30, 2012

TrakPower MS sensored brushless system

TrakPower USA is proud to announce their new MS sensored brushless systems. Available are the MS-1 speed controller and MS series brushless motors. Designed for 1/10th on-road and off-road applications the MS-1 ESC features an all-aluminium case, stock and modified profiles including a zero timing ‘blinky’ mode, gold-plated solder posts and a compact design for easy installation. The controller is compatible with motors down to 2.5T. The MS series sensored brushless motors come with a ribbed CNC-machined aluminium heatsink case, sintered rotors, adjustable mechanical timing and heavy duty solder posts. They are available as 6.5T and 8.5T modified variant and also 10.5T to 21.5T stock motor. Also available are bundles including motor and controller.

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November 30, 2012

Elangears charging harness

Elangears introduce this new charging harness for the use with their new line of chargers. The wires come pre-assembled with gold-plated bullet type connectors at the charger’s end and large crocodile clamps at the battery end. The angled design reduces the space needed for the charger and helps to keep everything clean and tidy on tight pit tables. The harness of course fits many other chargers.

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November 28, 2012

Reedy 350mAh 7.4V LiPo RX battery

Reedy’s 350mAh 7.4V LiPo RX battery is perfect for use in 1S powered 1:12 and 1:10 pan cars that require a receiver battery, or in applications where the use of a receiver battery is advantageous. The battery features an integrated switch so that the car can be powered on and off conveniently. Thanks to a separate non-switched charging jack, the battery can remain plugged into the receiver during the charging process. A 350mAh capacity is good for a typical day’s worth of pan car racing. Start the day charged and run two qualifiers and a main event without having to worry about re-charging. Weighs in at 13 grams.

Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]

November 28, 2012

Elangears Cronus 400S power supply

Elangears have updated their Cronus power supply line up to include the 400S. This 400W unit features an output current of 30A and a fresh new look. The 400S also features an updated USB port outputting 5V at 1.5A, suitable for charging your iPad.

Source: Elangears [elangears.com]

November 28, 2012

Viper 1/8 VTX8 ESC

More than a big brother to the VTX10 series, the VTX8 from Viper was designed from the ground up to handle all the large scale, high voltage and massive power demanded for 1/8 scale and 4wd Short Course racing. Able to handle batteries from 2s to 6s, 2 pole and 4 pole motors from 540 up to 1/8 size motors. A durable full aluminium waterproof construction helps to make the VTX8 strong enough to handle the rigors of large scale vehicles. Including a built in fan with carbon fiber bracing to ensure the VTX8 is ready to get you to the finish line.

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November 28, 2012

Reedy 1515-SL sensorless BL motor

Reedy’s 1515-SL sensorless brushless motor is the perfect choice for the enthusiast looking to upgrade his RTR motor with one that increases power and improves reliability. Due to its sensorless design, the 1515-SL operates powerfully and efficiently without complicated sensor harnesses and features a 5mm output shaft, making it perfect for use in 1:8 scale buggies and trucks.

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