Originally Posted by
Solara
Yeah, kinda thought you are joking about that 30 minutes main...but if there are such LIPO can do that...I think I can quit NITRO for good.
Anyhow, I used CORE 5000...Speed Passion speedo with Novak 13.5 on Schumacher Mi3...ran back to back two 5 minutes qualifier (forgot to charge the other lipo-4800 so I have to take my chance) and I am sure in between those run I have like 2 or so minutes of practice...completed both round without any power drop. I did not charge the pack after to check the mah left but I've charged the pack immediately for the 3rd round and the main.
Anyhow, 12 minutes is a garantee for brushless 13.5 with juice left. Probably 10 minutes for 10.5 and 7 or so for 3.5 4.5 motors...
I don't use any cutoff thing or regulator.....is there a voltage regulator for EP use..? I thought regulator is the voltage reduce devise designed for receiver packs GP cars use.
Use the Smart-stop module from Novak:
"Now users of all models and brands of ESCs can appreciate and enjoy the advantages of Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) battery packs without the fear of damaging the cells. The Smart-Stop Li-Po Cut-Off Module will monitor your Li-Po battery pack voltage and prevent the batteries from going below the critical safety voltage level. This is achieved using a combination of throttle interruption and a visual cue from the included ultra-bright blue LED. The Smart-Stop Modules are available for 2-cell (#5470), 3-cell (#5472), or 4-cell (#5471) Li-Po battery packs and can be used with any brand brushed or brushless speed control for car, boat, or air applications.
For racers and bashers alike, the Smart-Stop Module will prevent your vehicle from draining your Li-Po packs below their safety level. The Smart-Stop Module connects between the receiver and speed control, and is easily set up with a One-Touch Set-Up button to learn the ESC’s settings for accurate and complete control. The Smart-Stop Module will interrupt the ESC’s throttle operation with short periods of throttle blipping. This is a warning that the Li-Po battery voltage safety level is approaching, giving the user a chance to bring in the vehicle. In addition, the remotely-mounted, ultra-bright blue LED will begin to flash, giving a clear visual cue that it is time to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle is run beyond this warning period, the Smart-Stop Module will bring the motor to neutral while leaving full steering servo control."