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September 13, 2019

GForce Star Pack Dancing Rider LiPo battery pack

Coming from GForce and made for Tamiya’s T3-01 Dancing Rider and Dual Rider trikes as well as the SW-01 Comical Lunch Box truck is the Star Pack 7.4V 1400mAh LiPo battery pack. The soft case battery is a direct replacement for the standard battery holders and it offers improved power, runtime and reliability. The pack measures 69×49.5×14.5mm, it weighs in at 74g and it comes pre-wired with a Tamiya power connector and an industry standard JST-XH balancer port for easy and secure charging.

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September 12, 2019

Spektrum Firma Smart brushless speed controllers

Horizon Hobby have introduced their all-new Spektrum Firma Smart Technology high-performance brushless speed controllers. Like every component in the Spektrum Smart ecosystem, Firma Smart ESCs combine “plug-and-play” simplicity with the ability to communicate with other Smart electronics, creating a very well-performing RC system. With Firma Smart ESCs, owners are better connected to their vehicle than ever before — without installing extra components that all work independently of each other. There is no need for extra wires, modules, or links. A Firma electronic speed control provides a one-wire solution for obtaining telemetry data such as RPM, temperature, battery voltage and capacity. Firma ESCs not only gather the data but also send it to compatible transmitters in real time, instead of only storing it for after-run study. Users are able to adjust settings as needed to boost performance on the go. The range includes the Firma 160A 3S-8S controller, the Firma 150A 3S-6S ESC as well as the Firma 130A 2S-4S speedo. All feature an all-weather waterproof design, EC3/EC5 backwards compatible battery connectors as well as the One-Wire telemetry function. Multiple programming options are available for each controller. Button programming can be used with nothing more needed. Using the Smart Firma ESC Programming Box, drivers can easily change settings at the track to suit driving conditions. An easy-to-use Smart Link USB Updating and PC Programmer app is also available.

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September 11, 2019

ORCA OE101 Slim stock racing brushless ESC

ORCA have announced the release of their new OE101 Slim stock racing brushless speed controller. Measuring 30.45×30.35×10.35mm and weighing in at 20.8g the controller is both compact and lightweight, making it ideal for all weight fanatics or when using the speedo in crowded chassis layouts. The controller is 2S LiPo compatible, it has a 10.5T motor limit and it is highly adjustable – including a new “Party Mode” – using ORCA’s optional programming box. Included with the controller comes a 25mm and a 30mm cooling fan, all black power wires, a small capacitor unit as well as an extension wire.

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September 11, 2019

Team Powers Actinium V3 12.1mm option rotor

Made for their Actinium V3 series of motors is Team Powers’ new 12.1mm option rotor. Measuring 12.1x5x24.5mm the rotor will provide a smooth power band, making it ideal especially for 1/12th scale pan car applications. The rotor comes with a marked rotor shaft for easy identification and it is available now.

Source: Team Powers [team-powers.com]

September 10, 2019

GForce Dyna 7.4V 3800mAh shorty LiPo battery

GForce is busy adding more competition LiPo battery packs to their growing range with the latest addition being a lightweight low-profile 3800mAh shorty battery. The pack is built using high-quality 65C/130C cells that allow to construct a low profile 18.5mm tall battery of just 155g of weight. The battery has a 93x46mm footprint and it is ideal for all applications that require high power output but not the utmost of capacity.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

September 6, 2019

GForce Dyna 7.4V 4800mAh LiPo shorty pack

Coming this September is GForce’s new Dyna 7.4V 4800mAh LiPo shorty battery. Built from high-quality 65C/130C cells the competition-grade battery is ideal for 2WD and 4WD Modified and Stock buggy racing as its low internal resistance and high power capabilities ensure constant performance over the whole run. The hardcase battery comes equipped with 4mm tube-type connectors and an industry standard 2mm balance port.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

September 5, 2019

Spektrum Smart S1500 DC charger

Coming soon from Spektrum is the Smart S1500 DC 500W DC multi-chemistry charger. Compact enough to carry in a pocket or field bag the charger’s improved, extra-precise scroll wheel interface simplifies setup. When used with Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries having IC3 or IC5 connectors, the device also uploads specific parameters and health data from the battery’s integrated memory chip and displays it on the bright LCD screen for review — giving drivers the information they need to evaluate the packs and make the best charging decisions. For input power the charger uses compatible DC power sources with the included IC3 power cable adapter. The S1500 also has a USB port, a software update port, plus a safety timer and protection against heat, reverse polarity, short circuit, over-current, and low input voltage.

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September 5, 2019

GForce Zero Circle 2S 5400mAh LCG LiPo battery

Japanese company GForce has introduced their new Zero Circle 7.4V 5400mAh LCG LiPo battery pack. The lightweight low centre of gravity pack weighs in at 243g and it measures 139.5x47x22mm, making it ideal for all applications that require decent capacity and high output power. The battery is built using high-quality 75c cells and it utilises 4mm tube-type power connectors.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]