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August 18, 2008

LRP VTEC 5300 LiPo Competition line

LRP VTEC 5300 LiPo Competition pack

Also new from LRP releases is their next generation LiPo batteries. Specially developed for extreme power delivery and runtime, just charge and drive. With unbelievable capacities, LRP breaks down the next barrier and is heading for new limits. Featuring a transparent blue durable hard case to keep the cells from being damaged during use, the new LiPo 5300 features same measurement as 6-cell Sub C battery cell, and fit in all standard 1/10th scale on road and off road cars. Thanks to bulges on the base of the case, the pack fits securely into standard Sub C pre-cut chassis and battery holders.

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August 13, 2008

Losi 14.8V 5000mAh 25C LiPo pack

New from Losi is this 14.8V 5000mAh 4-cell 25C LiPo battery pack with EC5 connector. Mounted in a hard case to keep the expensive cells (over $200) from becoming damaged externally, the high voltage cells feature low internal resistance for unmatched power transfer, while the pre-wired EC5 connector also provides ultra-low resistance.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

August 12, 2008

Speed Passion LCD Pro Programmer

Speed Passion have announced the release of this new LCD Professional Program unit with built in USB / PC Interface tools. Allowing you to have more adjustable features, such as drag brake power by percentage (0 to 100%), it will support the company’s Silver Arrow 1/8 Esc DRRS power adjust, also by percentage. The LCD unit also pre-stores 3 different type of ESC setting, so you can easily load your favourite setting to suit different track condition. Available to purchase at the end of August.

Source: Speed Passion [speedpassion.net]

August 12, 2008

Much More Cell Balancer 2S adaptor

New in the Much More Cell Balancer adaptor line is this 2S adaptor. MSB-2S can be connected to MuchMore’s Cell Balancer and provides perfect balancing for 7.4V 2S packs such as Check Point, Orion and other popular packs that support banana style plugs.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

August 10, 2008

Diggity Designs 3200mAh Lipo pack

Diggity Designs have released this metallic grey hard cased 3200mAh Lipo racing battery. These 7.4V 20C packs have been tested in house and the manufacturer claims that they have more punch than other similar packs and are actually underrated and compare more to a 3400mAh battery. Cycled on a Competition Electronics Turbo GFX with a 30A discharge the run time was 395 seconds, while internal resistance was 14.5 ohms with an average discharge voltage of 7.16V. Supplied with a pre mounted Tamiya plug and balancer port, they also come with a separate pair of gold connectors.

Source: Diggity Designs [diggitydesigns.com]

August 7, 2008

Alien Power Warp Brushless motors

Alien Power have announced the release of 2 new competition brushless motors, called the Warp. Available in both 3.5T and 4.5T, the motors have been developed specifically for modified racing and both come with 12.7mm standard size sintered rotor that feature an integrated cooling fan. Optional rotors are available, in 12.5mm in 13.0mm, for both motors and more motors are expected to be released in the near future.

Source: Alien Power [alienpower.net]

August 7, 2008

Nosram International Power ESC

Nosram have released the successor to the popular Nosram International ESC, called the International Power. Keeping the power potentiometer for extra power in all racing classes, the digital high frequency will give you even more run time than before as well as smoother car control. This speed control offers maximum performance, top quality and best possible value for money and is the ideal product for all r/c drivers whether they are parking lot racers, hobby racers or club racers.

Source: Mirage [mirageracing.com]

August 5, 2008

Fantom Pro 3800mAh LiPo pack

Fantom Racing have released a new 3800mAh Pro LiPo pack, which they are confident will exceed all of your expectations. Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) technology is quickly becoming the industry standard for both racers and backyard bashers alike and with their affordable pricing, now anyone can enjoy the ease of use and performance benefits of this technology. The pack’s high-output 25C+ rating provides enough horsepower for the most demanding levels of competition, while a durable hard case features simulated cell contour on bottom to match profile of traditional 6-cell sub-c packs.

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