A first product from RC Discharger is this 40A resistor bank for the iCharger Duo which has a optional stand for the charger itself along with space for the power supply. Made in the USA it can discharge your LiPos from 1S to 10S but doesn’t heat up thanks to its fan cooled box enclosure. Ready to use, it easily and neatly plugs into your iCharger, comes in 6 different colour options and has a 90 day warranty.
Next in the line of Ultimate Racing’s new LiHV batteries are two 5800mAh and 4000mAh shorty packs. First up is the beefy 5800mAh variant that measures 95x47x25mm and that weighs in at 218g. Built from high-performance 120C high-voltage cells the battery is ideal for both Modified and Stock racing and its high capacity also allows to use it as a lightweight dual 2S setup in 1/8th buggies and on-road cars. Lighter and slightly smaller is the 4000mAh variant that measures 92x47x18mm, weighing in at 144g. The low centre of gravity pack also utilises 120C cells for high power and durability and it is the ideal choice for 1/10th off-road and on-road cars. Both of the above batteries are housed in protective hardcases and the utilise 5mm connectors.
Modelix Racing have introduced the new Ultimate Racing 8500mAh and 7000mAh LiHV battery packs. The standard-size batteries are built using high-quality silicon graphene cells for a low internal resistance and exceptional power supply in both modified and stock racing classes. The 8500mAh variant is 25mm tall and weighs in at 305g while the 7000mAh low-profile battery is 22mm high, weighing in at 278g. Both utilise a protective hardcases and high-current 5mm connectors.
Coming from Ultimate Racing are two new LiFe receiver battery packs. Available in flat or hump pack configuration the batteries are built from 2500mAh high-capacity cells and they offer a voltage of 6.6V which allows to use them with standard voltage receivers and servos. Both packs come pre-wired with universal-style receiver plugs and industry-standard balancer connectors.
View the hump battery pack here
KO Propo have introduced their new Electric Switch 3, an electronic on/off switch for nitro and gas-powered RC cars. The compact device measures 39.2×17.5×9.5mm and it weighs in at 10g. A two digit LC display allows to monitor the current and minimum receiver battery voltage and a LiPo protection mode ensures Lithium-Polymer-based batteries will not get deep discharged during operation. In addition the internal CPU will ensure maximum safety by preventing sudden connection looses due to voltage drops or overload. The translucent case ensures good visibility of all operation parameters and two mounting lashes make installation easy. The switch works with most transmitters and receivers and it is available from end of September.
View a list of the specifications and more images here
Muchmore have announced the release of their new 1800mAh 6.6V LiFe receiver battery pack. The hump-style pack is usable with all vehicles that require brick-type batteries with the Muchmore pack measuring 56x30x32mm and weighing in at 88.5g. The battery is usable with all standard voltage receivers and servos and it comes pre-wired with a universal receiver plug an JST-XH balancer connector.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Coming from MiniPro is a 2WD chassis version of their chassis dynamometer system. The device allows to measures the RPM, kV, voltage, current draw, power and torque output of vehicles up to 370mm wheelbase and 370mm width. This dyno is ideal for motor analysis, ESC and boost adjustment, brushless sensor adjustment, gearing calculation, tire selections, and much more. It is coupled with to a knurled roller via a pulley and belt to accelerate the inertial flywheel. The electronic board takes the flywheel’s inertia, measures the rate it takes to accelerate and calculates the output power and torque of the vehicle. The dyno repeatedly measures and calculates power in small increments to produce an accurate graph on a PC of the engine’s power characteristics. The vehicle is stopped onto the dyno with adjustable belt stripes, allowing to use a multitude of different chassis such as 1/10th formula, 1/10th and 1/12th pan cars. The dyno is available including or without flywheel unit and it us usable with MS Windows 7, 8 or 10 PC systems.
Source: MiniPro [minipro.com]
Motiv RC have introduced a set of aluminium can screws for the MC2 series of brushless motors. On top of weight savings, these screws will eliminate a portion of the eddy current brake or non working magnetic field on the motor. The screws are of 2.5mm thread and are 42mm in length. The three combine for only 1.5g in total weight which is less than half of their steel counterparts.
Source: Motiv RC [motivrc.com]
