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August 26, 2009

CS Ultra Space Charger 2.0

The follow up to the company’s Ultra Space Charger, released back in December of last year, the new Ultra Space Charger 2.0 from CS Electronic offers a whole host of updates. The biggest change for the 2.0 version is the latest software that has been specially developed for LiPo cells. Apart from some cosmetic changes such as a new silver control panel, the charger now includes the EHR balancer for 2s – 6s packs, the USB interface and software and the new adapter wires that come fitted with Tamiya-style connector.

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August 25, 2009

Dynamite Passport Ultra AC/DC charger

Dynamite’s Passport Ultra AC/DC charger/cycler brings to market a compact, feature packed charger at a very competitive price. With features such as Integrated balance technology, 1-6S Li-Po, Li-Ion, Pb, and LiFe charging capabilities, 1-14 cell Ni-Mh and Ni-CD charging as well as AC/DC operation, this charger’s got it all. Featuring an 8 amp charge rate and a 5 amp discharge rate, other features include jog dial navigation, removable power cord and a built-in temp sensor for added safety and security.

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August 25, 2009

Zeppin Racing Pinion Holder with Solder helper

Zeppin Racing have released this 18 piece pinion holder that comes combined with soldering helper. The soldering helper will hold all kinds of popular banana tubes in 2.0mm 2.6mm, 3.0mm 3.5mm, 3.6mm, 4mm, 4.3mm & 5mm diameters, while the clamp type holder is able to hold a T-Plug or speed controller securely leaving your hands free to do the soldering. Available anodised in light blue, black or titanium, it is laser print with the Zeppin Racing logo and flame graphic.

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August 21, 2009

Duratrax LiPo Sports packs

Duratrax have released new 1600mAh and 1800mAh LiPo sport packs. The 1600mAh version comes with Traxxas plugs which are designed for the E-Revo VXL and Slash VXL. Racers can connect two packs in the series for maximum power and speed, or parallel for longer run times. Also available is a version with a mini plug for use with DuraTrax 1/18 scale models as well as many other mini vehicles, and the 1800mAh version that comes with 3.5mm female bullets and a hard case which is required by ROAR and other race-governing bodies.

Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]

August 21, 2009

Team Checkpoint 7.4V 5000mAh LiPo pack

Designed for competition racing, Team Checkpoint have released these 7.4V LiPo hard case racing car packs. Featuring factory-matched cells inside a hard case that meets ROAR specifications, these racing packs are wired for “balancing” and can include either a Dean’s Ultra Female plug or 4mm female bullets. Available in early September.

Source: Team Checkpoint [bestrc.com]

August 21, 2009

Novak Havoc 1S/SS Pro Brushless systems

Novak have introduced these economical, easy-to-use Havoc 1S/SS pro brushless systems – 10.5T, 13.5T & 17.5T. This is the first speed control with specialized internal Novak Smart Boost circuitry that allows drivers to power their vehicle’s electronics on a single 1S LiPo battery pack without installing additional external boosters or receiver packs. The Havoc Sport 1S, which is also available individually, simplifies installation and operation, cuts down on vehicle maintenance and most importantly ensures that your vehicle’s electronics are powered properly. The self-contained ESC is ideal for beginners and local, club-level racers, and will excel in the Oval, World GT and 12-Scale racing segments.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]

August 20, 2009

Team Epic 5200mAh 1-cell LiPo pack

Coming soon from Team Epic is theire new 1 cell LiPo pack for serious 1/12th scale on-road and 1/12th and 1/10th scale oval racing and World GT. This hard case pack is 3.7volts, 5200mAh, 40C and comes supplied with a Deans plug pre fitted.

Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]

August 18, 2009

Team Epic Duo2 Platinum Modified BL motor

Team Epic have released their new Duo2 Platinum Modified brushless motor which is based on the company’s DUO2 Roar Spec motors. Featuring magnet and stator upgrades developed by Paul Lemieux and Jim Dieter and used to dominate the modified brushless classes for the past 18 months, its fully adjustable timing allows precise adjustments for maximum on track performance. The Duo2 Platinum replaces the Pulse modified motors and offers higher performance, more adjustability, reliability and rotor longevity.

Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]