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November 9, 2017

HRC Racing battery analyser & servo tester

Coming from HRC Distribution is the HRC Racing battery analyser and servo tester. The device is compatible with all common battery chemistries and it allows to check 1S to 8S LiXX batteries swiftly and conveniently while showing overall voltage and remaining capacity, and also the individual cell voltage, lowest and highest cell voltage, and voltage difference between the highest and lowest cell in a pack. The battery analyser also offers a balancer function for LiXX batteries as well as integrated servo testing capability.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

November 9, 2017

GForce GD 200 200W/30A discharger

Coming from GForce is the GD 200 discharger that offers up to 30A of discharge current. Usable with 2S to 8S LiXX and 6 to 20-cell NiMH batteries, the device features 200W of discharge power, allowing to discharge 2S LiPo and LiHV batteries with up to 30A and 4S packs with more than 16A. Two LC displays help to monitor the battery voltage, capacity and current in realtime while a large heatsink ensures the discharger stays as cool as possible.

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November 9, 2017

P-One 1380mAh LiFe receiver battery pack

WRC Racing have introduced their new P-One 1380mAh 6.6V LiFe receiver battery pack. Made from high-quality Lithium-Ferrite cells the RX pack offers a voltage of 6.6V, making it usable with standard voltage receivers and servos while offering a high capacity and low weight. The straight-type battery comes pre-soldered with a universal-type receiver plug and an industry-standard balance connector and is usable for most 1/8th and 1/10th on-road cars and many 1/8th off-road buggies.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

November 8, 2017

Ultimate Racing MZ8 Pro BL motor & MX8 Race ESC

Modelix Racing from Spain have introduced their all-new Ultimate Racing MZ8 Pro brushless motor and MX8 Race brushless speed controller. Starting with the motor, the 690-size unit features a CNC-machined 3-piece 7075 aluminium case with integrated heatsink and it is of a 6-pole design for power and drivability. Strong neodymium magnets ensure high torque and an optimised stator design, dual high-quality ball bearings and pre-soldered quick-change heavy duty connectors make for high reliability. The motor is available in 1900kV and 2100kV variants and it includes pre-soldered wires.

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October 31, 2017

Muchmore Quick LiPo voltage checker

Coming from Muchmore is the Quick LiPo voltage checker, a handy device to check the voltage of 2S to 8S LiPo battery packs. Featuring a blue LC display and 4mm Euro-style bullet connectors, the voltage checker allows to quickly check the battery’s voltage inside and outside of the car, and it features reverse voltage protection so it will not get damaged when accidentally mixing up the terminals.

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October 30, 2017

Gens Ace TS Line competition LiPo battery packs

Coming from Gens Ace is the new TS Line competition LiPo battery range. Distributed exclusively by Tonisport, the batteries will be available in a range of specifications including standard size and standard voltage 7300mAh and 6800mAh packs, and also as standard length high voltage 5800mAh LCG LiHV pack. All are made of high-performance 120C cells. Also coming are a standard voltage 4400mAh/100C shorty and a 4700mA/100C LiHV shorty battery pack. The batteries will hit stores in December.

Source: Gens Ace [gensace.de]

October 25, 2017

Yokomo BL-RS4D ESC & Zero 2 Drift Spec motor

Yokomo have introduced their new BL-RS4D brushless speed controller and Zero 2 Drift Spec brushless motor for 1/10th drift cars. The controller features a laser-etched case and a default software setting developed by Yokomo team driver Takahiro that had proven to be the best basic setup for most conditions. The controller comes with a black receiver wire and and pre-soldered connectors. The controller is available separately or as combo pack with the new 10.5T or 13.5T Zero 2 Drift Spec brushless motor.

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October 22, 2017

Motiv Long Use 2400mAh TX & RX LiPo battery pack

Coming from Motiv is their new Long Use 2400mAh transmitter or receiver LiPo battery pack. Of a straight-type design the battery measures 83x30x16.5mm and it weighs in at 80g. The high capacity cells used to built the pacl ensure runtimes of over an hour in nitro vehicles and multiple hours in transmitters. The 7.4V LiPo pack comes pre-soldered with an industry-standard balancer and universal power connector.

Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]