SMC have released their lastest competition LiPo cells with the announcement that they will start selling these monster 5000mAh 7.4V packs. Coming supplied with a soft shrink sleeve case, in place of a hard case, SMC stand behind the quality of the construction of these packs. Extensively tested by the SMC team, they come supplied with either the Deans or Traxxas type connector.
Source: RC Tech [rctech.net]
We showed you early pre release shots a while back of the new speed controller from Much More, called the Fleta Competition 2. The final release pictures have now been released and we also have the specifications of this controller, which is made by KO Propo. This controller only works with brushed motors and can handle a max continuous current of 780A, while the max instantaneous current is 3120A, all this has been packaged in a small and lightweight (18.8g) carbon fibre effect package.
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Much More have released their latest state of the art digital discharger system for Sub-C size rechargeable batteries, called the Dr.4K. With technology developed by the R&D team at Much More, the Dr.4K is free from insertion direction, or polarity, of battery packs due to the use of a new free bi-polar system technology. The Dr.4K can discharge 1 to 6 cells and even packs.
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3Racing have announced the release of this battery box for 7.2V Sub C cells that contains 5 boxes to store 5 packs of batteries respectively. The boxes fit stick packs as well as saddle packs, as well as other arrangements, and have been made from corrugated plastic making them light water repellent and dust free. The large main box sizes up at 340mm x 180mm x 30mm while the small internal boxes are 175mm x 60mm x 30mm and all feature the printed 3Racing logo.
Source: 3Racing [3racing.com.hk]
While specifications and features are not yet fully finalized, Novak have announced that their are in the process of finalising this new micro system which will feature the same sensored technology employed in their GTB, XBR and HV systems. This sensored design ensures silky smooth, low-end throttle and brake performance yet still retains quick response throughout the rest of the throttle and brakes. The motor is a standard 380-size and will easily fit in most available 1/18-scale vehicles such as the Xray M18 shown above. The ESC is roughly the size of Novak’s GTX. Available in the near future.
Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]
Venom Racing have released this LiPo balance charger which will charge 2 to 5 cell lithium polymer battery packs while individually charging each cell within the pack. This new LiPO balance charger is easy to use, doesnt have complicated wiring and is simple to set up.
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Continuing with its expansion of r/c batteries, Speedzone has announce yet another addition, the E-Power 4500, to it’s line of matched cells. Boasting 4500+ mAh at full charge, the E-Power Cell gives the r/c hobbyist and racer another battery option when it comes to capacity and performance. With this addition, Speedzone has now expanded it battery line to include Grepow, E-Power and Intellect, giving their customers a full array of batteries to choose from. Runtime and reliability of the E-Power Cell has been very good and, as with the Grepow Cell, has exceeded Speedzone’s own expectations. It has proven to be a consistent cell with minimal self-discharge. All E-Power matched Cells will be labeled with our standard matching information, including the cells release date, which was first introduced by Speedzone over 2 years ago, in 2005. Cells will be available through the Speedzone website.
Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]
Robitronic have released their CUBE 2 electronic speed controllers which they claim is the newest revolution on the market. The CUBE 2 is more powerfully, more efficiency and optimized for any race classes. The CUBE 2 has the latest revision of Power FET’s with the lowest on resistance. The incredible power and speed is perfect for any touring car stock classes. An additional optimized 2wd offroad program provides super soft driving and starts. The CUBE 2 comes also with a built in Data Recorder which stores all important data. The optional PC interface and software is also compatible with the new CUBE. In 2 colors red and black available.
