5mm bullet to EC5 adapter exists?
#1
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From: New Zealand
Hi All.
I'm looking for a part that may not exist on ebay/aliexpress.
I have an 4s E-buggy that runs 4S using bullets (5mm?) and a 6s basher with EC5 connectors.
Is there an adapter available that will allow me to use my 100c 4S hardpack with in my 6S basher?
Links or names would be appreciated.
FYI I do not live in USA.
Thank you
I'm looking for a part that may not exist on ebay/aliexpress.
I have an 4s E-buggy that runs 4S using bullets (5mm?) and a 6s basher with EC5 connectors.
Is there an adapter available that will allow me to use my 100c 4S hardpack with in my 6S basher?
Links or names would be appreciated.
FYI I do not live in USA.
Thank you
#3
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 6,410
From: Austin,TX
If you don't want to solder, this would be a very desperate attempt though not sure how much the IR will jump with so many connections 
https://www.ebay.com/itm/xt60-male-t...MAAOSwIw1cDz~c
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/5mm-Male-Lo...IAAOSwo4pYeyeT
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Cut 2S balance leads from the charge harness, double check the male/female adapters are correct before ordering, I am just guessing what you need, though if it were me, I would solder my own adapter with fewer connections.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/xt60-male-t...MAAOSwIw1cDz~c
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/5mm-Male-Lo...IAAOSwo4pYeyeT
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Cut 2S balance leads from the charge harness, double check the male/female adapters are correct before ordering, I am just guessing what you need, though if it were me, I would solder my own adapter with fewer connections.
#4
This is what you need (substituting a EC5 for the XT60 shown). And you would not need the balance wires (only req for charging).
Fairly simple to make, if you do not have soldering skill you should be able to get a local hobby shop to put one together fairly cheap.
I buy my batteries from Pro-Match and they have options on what kind of adaptor you can order with your battery.

Fairly simple to make, if you do not have soldering skill you should be able to get a local hobby shop to put one together fairly cheap.
I buy my batteries from Pro-Match and they have options on what kind of adaptor you can order with your battery.

#5
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From: New Zealand
lowspark thanks for this image - that's is pretty much what I need, with an EC5 instead of the XT60.
I have no solder tools or ability to do so.
I cannot seem to find anything like this on the net.... apparently I'm the only one on the planet that wants to use my racing LIPO's in my EC5 bashing truck?
I have no solder tools or ability to do so.
I cannot seem to find anything like this on the net.... apparently I'm the only one on the planet that wants to use my racing LIPO's in my EC5 bashing truck?
#6
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 2,351
From: Arizona
https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-...AaAp29EALw_wcB
This gets you to the 4mm bullet, now all you need are a pair of 4mm to 5mm bullet adapters
https://www.amainhobbies.com/ruddog-...p-0199/p981729
This gets you to the 4mm bullet, now all you need are a pair of 4mm to 5mm bullet adapters
https://www.amainhobbies.com/ruddog-...p-0199/p981729
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Not the only one on the planet... but I guess most people using racing packs to have a soldering iron to put connectors onto their ESCs or in normal times can get someone to help with this. This would make it easy to build your own adapter or run the same connectors on all your ESCs.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. https://www.jaycar.co.nz/80-watt-240...-iron/p/TS1485 is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. https://www.jaycar.co.nz/80-watt-240...-iron/p/TS1485 is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
#8
A soldering iron and some good solder is the best advice A little practice and flux goes along way in this hobby..I have a weak spot for vintage solder gear ..had some duds but at 1$ I cant go wrong... Best is a heathkit 100 watt 3 position solder iron..25w-50w 100 watt settings
#9
Although many stsrters/bashers think this is a plug and play hobby there will be a moment that more is needed, soldering wires and plugs is one of them. It is time that you buy a decent soldering iron or station.
#10
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 6,410
From: Austin,TX
Not weird at all... there are quite a few local racers in my area that won't touch a soldering iron, they bring their gear to the track and any number of us more experienced racers will sort them out in the pit room.... this helps promote the hobby to attract all levels of interest, just because someone can drive well doesn't mean they know squat about being a mechanic, but I agree the vast majority of racers are also seasoned mechanics.
#11
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 2,351
From: Arizona
Not the only one on the planet... but I guess most people using racing packs to have a soldering iron to put connectors onto their ESCs or in normal times can get someone to help with this. This would make it easy to build your own adapter or run the same connectors on all your ESCs.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. https://www.jaycar.co.nz/80-watt-240...-iron/p/TS1485 is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. https://www.jaycar.co.nz/80-watt-240...-iron/p/TS1485 is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
#12
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From: New Zealand
Thanks man. A little hard finding them unfortunately. I'll need to get my man to order parts and solder for me.
I'm a basher turned racer... And I've only raced at 3+ meetings before killjoy Covid came along.
I've gone from Arrma Kraton to HB Racing E817.2 so I have zero need for soldering as yet.
Thanks all for your input and understanding.
I'm a basher turned racer... And I've only raced at 3+ meetings before killjoy Covid came along.
I've gone from Arrma Kraton to HB Racing E817.2 so I have zero need for soldering as yet.
Thanks all for your input and understanding.
#13
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Joined: Feb 2020
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From: New Zealand
Not the only one on the planet... but I guess most people using racing packs to have a soldering iron to put connectors onto their ESCs or in normal times can get someone to help with this. This would make it easy to build your own adapter or run the same connectors on all your ESCs.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. Jaycar.... is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
A soldering iron is a basic tool and with some practice you'll be able to change the connectors yourself easily. Jaycar NZ have several options, get a higher power iron with a chisel tip for use with these kind of connectors. Jaycar.... is a good basic iron for this job.
The problem with the caged banana plugs in the adapter that glennhl posted above is that they don't make the most solid connection compared with a regular bullet- especially for something that will be out bounced around inside a truck.
I'd be keen to use my 4s 100c pack in my basher which is geared up a few teeth.
How do u know about Jaycar buddy?? You're down here too ? Or u just googled?



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