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Available now from Common Sense RC is the Lectron Pro ACDC-10A Battery Charger. The Lectron Pro was designed as a go-to everyday type of charger, offering plenty of features (and power!) at an affordable price point. Here are some of its specifications and highlights- * Max Charge Rate- 10 amps * Max Cell Count- 6S LiPo * Cells Supporter- LiHV, LiPo, LiFe, NiMH, [...]
New from the crew over at Common Sense RC is the Cell Spy 8 Voltage Checker. The Spy 8 is an affordable and easy way of checking the individual cell voltage on your batteries. Also, the Spy 8 is a cell balancer, as well as a servo tester. Here are some of its highlights- * Shows pack voltage, as well as [...]
All new from Reedy is a pair of 4S high voltage HV LiPo Batteries. The cells use a different internal design to produce more voltage than a typical LiPo. * Silicon Graphene HV-LiPo chemistry * Longer cycle-life * Reduced internal resistance * Comes in a durable hard case * Built to ROAR/EFRA/BRCA/IFMAR specifications * #27327 – Reedy Zappers SG 5200mAh 110C 15.2V 4S * #27328 – Reedy [...]
Just announced by Reedy is a new line-up of Zappers SG HV-LiPo Batteries. In all, there are 7 new batteries in the line-up, all of which were designed to give you more power on the track. The packs use a silicon graphene construction, this yields a lower internal resistance, thus increasing voltage output while reducing temperatures and improving cycle-life. #27320 Reedy [...]
Do you need a high current discharger? If so, have a look at the new GD200 from G-Force. The GD200 can accept 5.4 to 34 volt of input power and has a maximum discharge rate of 30 amps. * Discharge current range 0.01 to 30 amps * Quickly takes packs to proper storage voltage * Large diameter fan * Temp sensor * Allows you to [...]
Right now the folks at Gens Ace are serving up some Special Holiday Gift Codes. Actually, right now is perfect timing. With so many people getting new trucks for Christmas, there are going to be a whole lot of people needing a new battery pack, so this is the perfect time to save some cash on a new LiPo. From [...]
Remember Gens Ace batteries? Yes, that is the same company that won not one, but two, of our LiPo battery shootouts back in the day. Now days, they are cranking out batteries of all shapes and sizes to help keep your truck running as fast as it can. It has been a while since we tested a Gens Ace pack, so [...]
Maclan Racing is best known for their brushless power system, but today they have officially announced a new line-up of Lithium based batteries. New from Maclan are four Race Formula Graphene LiHV Batteries. The LiHV Maclan packs yield higher voltage under load than traditional LiPo packs, therefore giving your truck or buggy more power. Here are more of their highlights- * [...]
Have you been looking for a new charger? If so, have a look at the iSDT Q6+ Smart Charger. The Q6+ is a small pocket charger from iSDT and was designed for maximum performance in a small footprint. What kind of features does it have? * 2.4″ IPS display, 320 x 240 * Charges LiFe, LiPO, Li-Ion, LiHV, Pb, NiMH * 80 x [...]
The folks over at HRC Racing have just announced the Dual Star Pro Charger. The Dual Star is a dual port charger, thus allowing you to charge two battery packs at once. * PC interface * USB output * Charges LiPo, LiHV, LiFe, LiIo, NiCd, NiMH, Pb * 6S maximum cell count * Maximum charge rate 20 amps * Maximum discharge of 5 amps * Measures internal [...]
In the bashing world, dual port chargers are extremely popular. A typical basher often times heads out with 2 or more cars, which if you run a lot, creates a lot of battery packs that need charging. A couple months ago we started using the Dynamite Passport Ultra Force Duo from Horizon Hobby. It is a dual port charger with [...]
New from Dynamite is the Prophet Sport Mini 50 Watt battery charger. This affordable little charger is AC powered and can charge up to a 4S LiPo. Its small size makes it easy to take just about anywhere, while handy LED indicators display charge status. Here are some of its other highlights- * 50 watts of total charge power * Max charge [...]
Have you ever picked up a pack and wondered if it is full, at storage voltage, or completely empty? With the new Battery Indicator Plugs from Traxxas, you won’t have to wonder about that anymore. The plugs are designed to fit Traxxas connectors and come in three different colors. One color is used for fully charged, one for storage, and [...]
With newly increased capability and capacity, the Hitec X2 AC Plus Black Edition is headed soon to a hobby shop near you. The Hitec is an AC/DC unit that can be used just about anywhere. For power it sports a charge rate of up to 10 amps per channel and it can handle up to a 6S LiPo cell count. [...]
It’s been a long time since I’ve discussed batteries which, shame on me, are often the subject of e-mails that I receive from noobs. I’ve neglected the topic for far too long, so here we go. Here are a few tips on selection and safety, as it pertains to r/c trail trucks. Let’s do it scatter-shots style. Battery mAh and C rating – [...]
