Originally Posted by
Danny/SMC
Some of you have been asking me for KV ratings. I personally don't believe in ratings as they mean nothing unless they are all done using the same equipment and setup. By this I mean is we use a certain tester to get the KV and have it setup at 7.2V our KV ratings will be different then another company who uses a different tester and voltage.
We see this all the time with batteries where C rates have become useless as they are all achieved differently if even tested. I believe nitro engines have the same issues where certain companies claim higher torque and RPM than others and in fact their motors aren't as powerful on the track.
Our goal is to supply a high quality motor at an affordable price. I can't guarantee that our motors will be faster than others but they should be similar.
You guys are exactly what this hobby needed. I've never bought SMC product but when it gets a little closer to indoor season, I'll be buying shorty packs, a saddle pack, and at least one motor from you. Great job on the sensor wire location! I've always wondered why they don't make the sensor wires with a 90* bend and something other than the wires to pull them out with. Don't need to with yours.