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February 29, 2008

HPI Racing Patrick Charger & Dock

Made in collaboration with Much More in Korea, HPI Racing have announced the release of this new charger, for some reason called Patrick. Powered by mains supply or alternatively from a 12V DC source, this charger works with 1 – 14 NiCd and NiMh cells and 1 – 6 LiPo cells. Featuring the usual adjustments you find in a high end charger, it has a charging and discharging range of 0.1A ~ 6A and has a temperature based cut off system. As with the Much More system, there is an additional docking station sold for the charger that allows you to connect a number of other items that require specific leads, such as transmitter and receiver packs.

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February 28, 2008

Dynamite Prophet Select Peak Charger

Dynamite have released this inexpensively priced charger which has selectable current adjustment, an excellent choice for entry-level modelers who require different charging current rates. Designed for use with radio, mini and conventional sub-C batteries, the user can choose 1, 2 and 4-amp selectable charge rates with peak detection for optimal battery performance. Powered by 12 volts DC, it is supplied with a prewired Tamiya connector and has reverse polarity protection.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

February 26, 2008

Dynamite EP4600 6 Cell Flat pack

Dynamite have released this 4600MAh 6 cell pack in a flat configuration. Featuring EP cells, this pack overs long runtimes, even exceeding rated capacity and they have been designed for low resistance without cell damage under high amp loads. Supplied with a Traxxas connector, it can handle the high currents associated with brushless application.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

February 23, 2008

Carson Dragster Brushless sets

Carson have released a number of new brushless motor and speed controller sets for both 1/10th and micro scales. For touring and off road there are 2 sets, with either a 10T and 12T BL motor combined with the Dragster Cup or Dragster Sport system that both provide high torque, acceleration and top speed. The Dragster Cup ESC works with sensorless 12 an 8 turn brushless motors, while the Dragster Sport ESC can handle sensorless 10 an 8 turn brushless motors. For your micro chassis the Dragster Micro set provides high torque and a sensitive brushless speed control specifically designed for the use in 1:18 and 1:16 scale Micro RC cars like the Tamiya TamTech-Gear (chassis GT-01 & GB-01), Xray M18 and more.

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February 21, 2008

DuraTrax Piranha 2000mAh 8.4V packs

Duratrax Piranha 2000mAh 8.4V packs

Duratrax have released these two 2000mAh 8.4V NiMH packs, which feature seven high-quality cells with standard connectors and are available in either stick or hump (above) configurations. Excellent value for money, these sport packs are aimed at cars, trucks and boats or any other applications that demands 7-cell packs.

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February 20, 2008

LRP Vector X11 Front & Back plates

Seen on the LRP stand at the toy fair a few weeks ago and on the motors of team drivers prior to that, LRP have released a range of aluminium plates for the LRP Vector X11 range of brushless motors. Starting with this backplate with its cool black machined aluminium look, this tuning part includes cooling fins for better heat dissipation. For the front of the motor there are a pair of cover plates that improve the cooling of the motor increasing its performance, while the design of the plates means they are lighter than the standard part. Available in 2 thicknesses, the thinner front cover moves the motor more to the centreline of the car resulting in a different weight distribution of the car.

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February 19, 2008

KO Propo VFS-1 Pro C3 ESC

KO Propo have released the VFS-1 Pro C3 speed controller that features VFS (variable frequency system) patented technology to provide you with unparalleled control. The prototype powered Hayato Matsuzaki to his recent IFMAR 2wd buggy World Championship title in Japan. KO Propo has studied today’s batteries and motors and has remapped the amplifier to get the most out of the ESC. Standup or laydown style of brush motors will also benefit with the turning off/on the preprogrammed drag brake feature. The current USB PC interface (61018) and the multi setting adapter (61009) are still compatible and are required for programming changes. Features adjustable drive frequencies (0.9-12kHz) for each of the 32 throttle steps, brake frequency, drag brake adjustment, power save feature and throttle response allow for full tuning capabilities. The VFS-1 Pro C3 comes with a 23T motor profile installed, power capacitor and Ultimate booster.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.com]

February 17, 2008

LRP VTEC 2008 Cells

LRP recently showed us their complete 2008 line up of cells at the Toy fair in Germany and now we have the complete information concerning these new batteries. In close development with the VTEC R&D team, LRP is now offering their latest high performance, high-quality, Sub-C cells for RC Racing available in 4 different versions – 4000 Longlife, 4100 Stock Spec, 4600 Big Mama and 4600 Fat Cobra. All cells are high current capable and charged after the matching process to ensure safe storage.

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