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Old 12-06-2007, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Drewdc90
The fans are brushless so as long as they don't rev so high that they explode there won't be a problem.
I ran a quick test using the volt out function on my charger last night and at 5V they don't move much air, so 7.2V it is for them. When I change the fan on my speedy, I'll also wire it from the battery pack to get more air movement.

I wire my fans with plugs so they can be easily disconnected if needed. I discovered the downside to the Sphere Comp TC Spec with it's permanently wired fan - it's difficult to hear the servo straining at the end of its travel when trying to set end points with the fan running, especially since its missing a blade. It will be good to be able to diconnect it when its not needed in those situations.
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