Tekin RSX Thread
#349
#350
I just got a RSX, going to install it in the B5. How hot does the heat sink get under normal conditions? Was going to run my battery wires over the front of the esc but did not know if the heat sink would melt the wires?
#351
What motor are you running? I soldered mine up to my b44.2 last night with a reedy 6.5 and no fan on the ESC. Gearing was 19/81 and it was up to 130 external temp within 3 minutes. Oddly the data logs showed it only peaked at 115 during the run. Not sure which to go by. In any case you should be fine. Silicone insulation is very high temp resistant and if your ESC gets that hot you have other things to worry about. I would however leave a small gap between the wires and the heat sink so the insulation does not rub against the ESC. The RSX heat sink has some sharp edges that might wear through/ cut through the insulation if the wires are directly on top of it.
Question for Randy. Would you recommend the fan on my setup above or should I be fine without it. Only concerned due to vertical space in the chassis under the upper deck.
Second, would there be an issue with trimming one of the ears off the solder post so I can mount the wires a few mm lower?
Thanks in advance!
Let me say this though, in my B44.2 it was unbelievably smooth and the brakes are as strong as you could want when fully turned up. Just for curiosity's sake I installed it in my 17.5 b4.2 and it was again super smooth and powerful. Interestingly it weighed less than the R10 Pro that is currently in it (I thought it would be slightly heavier but not the case). Easily on par or better than other ESC's I currently have in my stable. I love all the on-board features like data logging and temp/sensor check. This ESC is definitely inline with all of Tekin's other products in that it is cutting edge, quality, and easy to use. Not to mention its looks extremely trick in whatever vehicle you put it in.
Question for Randy. Would you recommend the fan on my setup above or should I be fine without it. Only concerned due to vertical space in the chassis under the upper deck.
Second, would there be an issue with trimming one of the ears off the solder post so I can mount the wires a few mm lower?
Thanks in advance!
Let me say this though, in my B44.2 it was unbelievably smooth and the brakes are as strong as you could want when fully turned up. Just for curiosity's sake I installed it in my 17.5 b4.2 and it was again super smooth and powerful. Interestingly it weighed less than the R10 Pro that is currently in it (I thought it would be slightly heavier but not the case). Easily on par or better than other ESC's I currently have in my stable. I love all the on-board features like data logging and temp/sensor check. This ESC is definitely inline with all of Tekin's other products in that it is cutting edge, quality, and easy to use. Not to mention its looks extremely trick in whatever vehicle you put it in.
Last edited by mugenhatchie; 02-14-2014 at 12:59 PM.
#353
The motor temp is very accurate BUT, you can't compare it to the external can temps we've all become accustomed to measuring.
So to get an idea of where your motor runs temp wise do a data log and temp the motor at the end. Compare the two. Keep that difference in mind.
Some motors are hotter than others inside where the sensor is..bare that in mind.
So to get an idea of where your motor runs temp wise do a data log and temp the motor at the end. Compare the two. Keep that difference in mind.
Some motors are hotter than others inside where the sensor is..bare that in mind.
#354
Question for Randy. Would you recommend the fan on my setup above or should I be fine without it. Only concerned due to vertical space in the chassis under the upper deck.I'd only run the fan if you need it to be honest. Testing in most cases shows it's only needed with high ambient temps in high load conditions.
Second, would there be an issue with trimming one of the ears off the solder post so I can mount the wires a few mm lower?I see no harm in doing that.
Thanks in advance!
Let me say this though, in my B44.2 it was unbelievably smooth and the brakes are as strong as you could want when fully turned up. Just for curiosity's sake I installed it in my 17.5 b4.2 and it was again super smooth and powerful. Interestingly it weighed less than the R10 Pro that is currently in it (I thought it would be slightly heavier but not the case). Easily on par or better than other ESC's I currently have in my stable. I love all the on-board features like data logging and temp/sensor check. This ESC is definitely inline with all of Tekin's other products in that it is cutting edge, quality, and easy to use. Not to mention its looks extremely trick in whatever vehicle you put it in.
Second, would there be an issue with trimming one of the ears off the solder post so I can mount the wires a few mm lower?I see no harm in doing that.
Thanks in advance!
Let me say this though, in my B44.2 it was unbelievably smooth and the brakes are as strong as you could want when fully turned up. Just for curiosity's sake I installed it in my 17.5 b4.2 and it was again super smooth and powerful. Interestingly it weighed less than the R10 Pro that is currently in it (I thought it would be slightly heavier but not the case). Easily on par or better than other ESC's I currently have in my stable. I love all the on-board features like data logging and temp/sensor check. This ESC is definitely inline with all of Tekin's other products in that it is cutting edge, quality, and easy to use. Not to mention its looks extremely trick in whatever vehicle you put it in.
#355
The motor temp is very accurate BUT, you can't compare it to the external can temps we've all become accustomed to measuring.
So to get an idea of where your motor runs temp wise do a data log and temp the motor at the end. Compare the two. Keep that difference in mind.
Some motors are hotter than others inside where the sensor is..bare that in mind.
So to get an idea of where your motor runs temp wise do a data log and temp the motor at the end. Compare the two. Keep that difference in mind.
Some motors are hotter than others inside where the sensor is..bare that in mind.
#358
Tech Apprentice
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 90
From: UK
First time on the track tonight with the RSX. It worked flawlessly and had noticeably more punch and smoother breaking than others. Running a small track withe the new 22-4 a 6.5 Tekin gen II, 17 T pinion and all kinds of power and punch. Esc running at 104 deg and motor at 117 deg. Another great Tekin product !
#359
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 5,090
From: Antelope Valley, CA
I had that issue with my gen2 also where it felt weak of bottom and thought maybe rsx would be the trick also but there saying not to run a rsx on 17.5 pretty much, YZRACER said to try this
"Raise your Throttle Minimum up a few. That will give it a bit more snap on initial throttle input. Also make sure your Neutral width is around 10 to help take any delay in the trigger."
"Raise your Throttle Minimum up a few. That will give it a bit more snap on initial throttle input. Also make sure your Neutral width is around 10 to help take any delay in the trigger."
#360
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 5,719
From: At dirt tracks in Michigan!



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