Common Sense RC 4400 Lipo
08-27-2007, 07:24 PM
#91
Originally Posted by JevUK
If stock is all you are going run to then the 3200mah pack is not a bad buy. But on a long term basis I would still prefer the 4800 over it, unless it doesn't fit into one of your cars.
Even if the packs are being cycled well below their maximum, C rating will affect life span. 3200mah may keep over 95% performance for 200 cycles but the 4800mah may keep 95% for 300 when charge and discharge at the same rate. This figures are just an example.
No arguing here, just sharing the varied experience I've had with lipo's.
I think a subject worth starting a new topic on would be the future rules and regs regarding lipos. If clubs keep coming up with their own varied rules it's going to cause all sorts of confusion and upset amongst the average racer who wants say good by to crap nimh's.
I know it's far fetched but I think a testing board would be good, so that only lipos that have had random samples tested are certified for sanctioned race meetings.
Even if the packs are being cycled well below their maximum, C rating will affect life span. 3200mah may keep over 95% performance for 200 cycles but the 4800mah may keep 95% for 300 when charge and discharge at the same rate. This figures are just an example.
No arguing here, just sharing the varied experience I've had with lipo's.
I think a subject worth starting a new topic on would be the future rules and regs regarding lipos. If clubs keep coming up with their own varied rules it's going to cause all sorts of confusion and upset amongst the average racer who wants say good by to crap nimh's.
I know it's far fetched but I think a testing board would be good, so that only lipos that have had random samples tested are certified for sanctioned race meetings.
08-27-2007, 07:48 PM
#92
The heavier cell has a lower constant C rating? How (why) is that? The lighter pack with lower mah has a higher C rating, interesting. You know what though, with all of lipos lightness, tracks still require cars to be weighed down....aint that a bitch?!?
08-27-2007, 07:51 PM
#93
Originally Posted by bxpitbull
The heavier cell has a lower constant C rating? How (why) is that? The lighter pack with lower mah has a higher C rating, interesting. You know what though, with all of lipos lightness, tracks still require cars to be weighed down....aint that a bitch?!?
08-27-2007, 07:54 PM
#94
Originally Posted by bxpitbull
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This is what started it all. I had made many posts before HE chimed in. Thats when it got personal. Had he read what I posted many times before he even got in the room, he would have kept his comments to himself.
This is what started it all. I had made many posts before HE chimed in. Thats when it got personal. Had he read what I posted many times before he even got in the room, he would have kept his comments to himself.
As for "clowning" about the shorted ESC...good luck. It wouldn't be the first time I did something wrong, but in this case it had nothing to do with my actions. Regardless, the Orion pack DID save the car when the fuse blew.
08-27-2007, 07:56 PM
#95
Interesting. I never analyzed the 3200 to the 4800 side by side, always stacked the 4800 against others in that range. When I looked at the 3200, the only thing that deterred me was its "incompatibilty" with MRC chargers.
Turbo, leave it alone already. We have moved passed it, joined the movement. Thanks.
Turbo, leave it alone already. We have moved passed it, joined the movement. Thanks.
08-27-2007, 08:59 PM
#98
Originally Posted by bxpitbull
Interesting. I never analyzed the 3200 to the 4800 side by side, always stacked the 4800 against others in that range. When I looked at the 3200, the only thing that deterred me was its "incompatibilty" with MRC chargers.
Turbo, leave it alone already. We have moved passed it, joined the movement. Thanks.
Turbo, leave it alone already. We have moved passed it, joined the movement. Thanks.
I read these from the top down, so I didn't get the memo until later down the page.
08-28-2007, 12:39 AM
#99
Originally Posted by Turbo Joe
Wow...bxpitbull...the "Miss Manners" of RCtech.
I read these from the top down, so I didn't get the memo until later down the page.
I read these from the top down, so I didn't get the memo until later down the page.
08-28-2007, 07:52 AM
#101
Originally Posted by Turbo Joe
I would have thought someone of your superior intellect would surely recognize the irony here. 
Gotta go...we're heading out the door for Maui. Enjoy.
Gotta go...we're heading out the door for Maui. Enjoy.
08-28-2007, 10:26 AM
#102
Tech Rookie
If you do not need the 20c capabilities, I think you should try the Common Sense RC 4400 mah 10c pack. Often times people think a higher C cell is better even though they do not use the extra capabilites. The truth is these cells are top quality, just with a lower C rating. We have tested them extensively and they are guaranteed to perform as stated. We pride ourselves in top customer service.
Thanks,
Common Sense RC
Thanks,
Common Sense RC
08-28-2007, 10:28 AM
#103
Hey Common, not going to hate, at all. Just want to know, if one is running high amp draw applications such as the Novak 4.5, the 10c rating, wouldnt that generate more heat, increasing the chance of thermal shut down or pack failure...or worse
I like the dimensions, slightly smaller than my Maxamps pack, which may enable me to get it in my Pro3. If thats the case, i will run than car with a 8.5SS, lets talk
I like the dimensions, slightly smaller than my Maxamps pack, which may enable me to get it in my Pro3. If thats the case, i will run than car with a 8.5SS, lets talk
Last edited by bxpitbull; 08-28-2007 at 10:39 AM.
08-29-2007, 09:02 AM
#104
bitbull - The heat all depends on the amps being drawn.. What sorta amps are you pulling? If the 10C rating of the pack will allow your max amperage, there is no real benefit to a 20C pack.. Actually, you'd have a pack that would last longer, if treated correctly.. 10C packs tend to have a longer life than 20C packs..
Jeff
www.CommonSenseRC.com
Jeff
www.CommonSenseRC.com
08-29-2007, 09:42 AM
#105
Well, I was looking to run the pack in my Pro3. Not the tub flex monster, but the hopped up version. I have several Maxamps 6000 packs that are a gnats hair too long and a mouse whisker too wide. I have a GTB with a 4.5 and sintered rotor installed. I am considering making this my mild modified car, opting for the SS 8.5. Will your 10C packs suit my needs? What are the size dimensions compared to Maxamps 6000? Theirs is 44m x 137m x 23m
Last edited by bxpitbull; 09-05-2007 at 12:17 PM.
