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April 23, 2020

Spektrum S1100 AC Smart charger

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Spektrum S1100 AC Smart charger that quickly replenishes batteries with its 100W power output. It also provides balancing and peak detection capabilities, and includes thermal, reverse polarity, short circuit, over current, and low input voltage protections. The charger’s large, 2.4-inch color LCD display makes it easy to read charging parameters and Smart battery data from any angle. An upgraded touch wheel user interface simplifies menu navigation. When using the S1100 AC Smart charger to charge a Spektrum Smart battery, the battery’s type, cell count, charge current rate, and capacity are all set automatically. The charging process is simple: Just plug in the Smart battery. The correct charging parameters are sent from the battery’s microchip memory through the IC3 connector’s data wire to the charger. The S1100 AC Smart charger begins correct, safe charging automatically following the battery’s built-in parameters. Because the charger is backwards-compatible with older EC3 connectors, owners can charge non-Smart batteries like you usually would. The Spektrum S1100 AC Smart charger firmware is updatable by connecting the charger to a PC through the USB port. Measuring a compact 122x118x63mm, the unit is easily portable and fits even on crowded workbenches.

View a list of the features and another image here

April 22, 2020

Dash release new R-Tune V3 variants

Dash have announced the release of their recently introduced R-Tune V3 modified motor in additional winding variants. New to the range are 3.5T, 5.5T, 6.5T, 7.5T, and 8.5T variants to complement touring car, 1/12th pan car, and 1/10th off-road classes. The next generation of the R-Tune features a high airflow aluminium can with arrow-shaped cut-outs for improved cooing efficiency, a lower weight and minimised power fading during a run even in high ambient temperatures. In addition the can also features a special slot to meet the homologation requirements of IFMAR, ROAR and EFRA. The V3 motor will feature the same 2019 Reedy Race winning stator for a much lower internal resistance, an increase in torque and overall performance. The motor also features a balanced 12.3mm rotor to ensure a smooth power delivery with optional rotors being available to fine-tune the characteristics of the motor. The V3 will hit stores in 4.5T and 5.0T winding variants.

Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]

April 17, 2020

Surpass Rocket 540 Plus 4-pole brushed crawler motor

Surpass have introduced their all-new Rocket 540 Plus 4-pole brushed crawler motor. The power plant features a 5-slot 775-sized rotor for improved low-speed linearity and increased low-speed torque and it makes use of high-strength and high-temperature resistant neodymium iron boron magnets. Built-in capacitor boards prevent interferences and a thick rotor wire and imported high-quality brushes keep the internal resistance as low as possible. The motor is available in four different winding variants including 11T, 13T, 16T, and 20T and it comes including an 80A speed controller that features active braking for better control on steep slopes and a switchable 6.4V/7.4V 5A BEC system to feed even power-hungry steering servos.

View the speed controller here

April 10, 2020

GForce V2 spring rate gauge

GForce from Japan have introduced their new V2 spring rate gauge that allows for easy and precise spring rate measuring. The updated variant allows to pre-set four stroke settings of 2mm, 5mm, 8mm and 10mm, ensuring usability with both on-road and off-road springs that require different stroke values for measurement. The gauge uses a machined aluminium case, it features a laser-engrave size scale and an easy to read LC display to check the N/cm unit spring rate. The devise is usable with springs of up to 80mm in length and it is available in black or blue colour.

View a list of the key specifications and the colour variant here

April 7, 2020

Yuki Model Q8 Plus Smart 200W AC/DC charger

Yuki Model from Germany have announced the soon release of their new Q8 Plus Smart 200W AC/DC charger. The compact device measures 116x117x42mm and it weighs in at a lightweight 370g. It features a built-in power supply and its powerful power circuit allows for up to 14A of charge current for 1S to 6S LiXX battery packs. The colour LC display makes monitoring the battery’s vitals signs easy and a simple scroll wheel ensures swift and convenient programming. The charger will become available by end of April.

View a list of the specifications here

April 7, 2020

Ruddog 4000mAh 7.4V 50C LiIon stick pack battery

Ruddog have introduced their new 4000mAh 7.4V 50C LiIon stick battery pack that was developed for the use with ready-to-run cars or starter boxes. Measuring 139×46.5x25mm and weighing in at 225g the battery offers a low weight and high capacity, making it ideal to power cars, buggies and trucks as well as nitro starter boxes where the oval shape hardcase makes for easy adding to existing NiMH “Racing Pack” battery compartments. Using the Lithium-Ion cell technology for durability, the battery uses the same charging CC/CV charging settings as a 7.4V LiPo battery and it comes pre-wired with an industry-standard XH balance port and a T-type power connector.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

April 3, 2020

Yeah Racing Tritronic 1/10 waterproof brushed 80A ESC

Yeah Racing have introduced their new and upgraded Tritronic brushed electronic speed controller. The ESC features automatic throttle programming, making it easier to change settings on the fly on the trail or even out bashing. Throttle range is automatically calibrated on power up and the external capacitor is now housed in a flat case for easy mounting as well. The controller is usable for 1/10th scale vehicles such as crawler and trail trucks, buggies, trucks and on-road cars using brushed motors of down to 12T.

View lists of the features and specifications and another image here

April 1, 2020

Trinity X-Factor coloured endplates & screw kits

Coming from Trinity and made for their X-Factor series of brushless motors are new coloured endplates and screw kits. The aluminium endplates are available in pink, orange, gold or blue colour while the 6-piece screw sets come in gold, silver or blue anodizing. All sets can be mixed and matched to achieve the desired look and they are available from now on.

View the other new parts here