3rd channel
#1
3rd channel
Hi guys. Can anyone tell me what is good for 3rd channel? Is it worth plugging fan that comes with motor heatsink? My receiver has 3rd channel but I have never used it. In fact, I don't really know about this 3rd channel thing. Please enlighten me. Thanks.
#2
3rd channel is for some nitro cars with reverse gearboxes. That's about it's only use.
Controlling a fan with the third channel would be very complex, the receiver does not switch the power on and off, you'd need a box of electronics to process the signal.
However, the 3rd channel slot on the receiver can power fans and transponders as it has a common voltage with the rest of the receiver, they will always be on when the car is switched on.
Controlling a fan with the third channel would be very complex, the receiver does not switch the power on and off, you'd need a box of electronics to process the signal.
However, the 3rd channel slot on the receiver can power fans and transponders as it has a common voltage with the rest of the receiver, they will always be on when the car is switched on.
#3
Complex? not necessarily. this little unit will let you switch a fan on and off if you wish, and then some. http://www.robotcombat.com/products/0-PICOSW1.html
#4
Can you tell me an example of a common controlling device for fan? Is it worthwhile though? I just need a heatsink with fan to cool down my motor. Nothing complicated. If 3rd channel of receiver will do, I would rather use it. Thanks for your advice.
#5
personal transponder
#6
That little switch linked to above might be interesting if you really wanted to be able to switch the fan on and off. For racing there is no need.
#7
Excellent. So I just stick with the simple setup. Fan to the 3rd channel on receiver. Too easy. Thanks guys!
#8
I ran one in a CW Dominator on the oval a couple years back.
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hi all,
i use my 3rd channel to power my rear sttering servo on my monster truck...using the mixing function to counter the rear steering against my front..
i use my 3rd channel to power my rear sttering servo on my monster truck...using the mixing function to counter the rear steering against my front..
#10
So where does it get power for this type you mention? Car battery, separate battery, or receiver?