Team Associated RC8Be Thread
06-09-2011 | 09:06 PM
#6301
Can't wait... I'll post pics pre / post install...
Next question... Those who are running the Elite motor mount...
Are you leaving the diff riser in place? Or am I able to take it out?
-David
06-09-2011 | 11:35 PM
#6302
Tech Rookie
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 19
From: RV Ore summer AZ winter
Any thoughts on using Anderson Power connectors. They are rated a 55a and are crimped and soldering is optional. I use these on RC aircraft which does not require near the current as RC cars. Started using them on sc8e w 2200 mmp and seem to be fine. Getting ready to start a build on the rc8b
06-10-2011 | 05:04 AM
#6305
06-10-2011 | 06:54 AM
#6307
Tech Apprentice
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 72
06-10-2011 | 11:30 AM
#6308
Tech Apprentice
iTrader: (2)
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 70
Regarding chargers and related equipment...
One thing to keep in mind when selecting chargers, especially when charging large cells packs, is making sure the watt rating of the chargers will allow for a decent charge. That charger that will charge up to four lipos at once is a nice charger, especially if youre only going to be charging 2s. But I think its only rated at 50 watts per port so your 4s batts will only be able to charge just under 3.5 amps. Consequently, it may take a 5000 mah battery about 1.5 hours to charge. Not to mention it is pushing the limits of the charger, and in my experience makes chargers have shorter life and definitely produce alot of heat.
Secondly, finding a good power supply that is appropriate to provide power to your chargers is very important. I dont want to get into the math but it is very simple. Just make sure you are conservative and account for any inefficiencies that will exist in the chargers. That way your power supplies can have plently of wattage to power the chargers.
That maxamps power supply is nice, but is overpriced for what you get. That supply is just a file server 12v, 47 amp supply. I can almost gurantee its not a new unit, as they are very expensive new. One can find a good supply on ebay that is the same one as the maxpamps for around 20 dollars. Or you can buy a supply from a guy named feather merchant rc (just google his name) and you can obtain two of those supplies for the cost of one of the maxamps. This is the route I took....Ill show pics at the bottom. File servers are great supplies though. They provide a clean, very well regulated dc source, that is designed to run 24/7.
Bottom line, think about what will work for you and what you will be charging most of the time. Then go from there.
Heres my setup.
I have 3 - iCharger 208b's ran off 24 volts. These chargers can do 20 amps but I will never charge at that rate. Usually I charge at 10 amps for all my batteries (I use 2s, 3s, and 5s). I wired 2 - 12 volt supplies in series for 24 volts at 47 amps. Mounted them in a case under some lexan. Then I added a couple of flush mount banana jacks for 12 volt and 24 volt availability and a few fans to circulate air. I love this setup because at the track I dont have to fiddle with setting up chargers or having my charging equipment loosely thrown in a tool box like I see so many do. I also put in a flush mount iec receptacle in the back of the case. Makes things nice, just plug in the case and its all ready to go, and my batteries and pigtails are stored nice and cleanly.
One thing to keep in mind when selecting chargers, especially when charging large cells packs, is making sure the watt rating of the chargers will allow for a decent charge. That charger that will charge up to four lipos at once is a nice charger, especially if youre only going to be charging 2s. But I think its only rated at 50 watts per port so your 4s batts will only be able to charge just under 3.5 amps. Consequently, it may take a 5000 mah battery about 1.5 hours to charge. Not to mention it is pushing the limits of the charger, and in my experience makes chargers have shorter life and definitely produce alot of heat.
Secondly, finding a good power supply that is appropriate to provide power to your chargers is very important. I dont want to get into the math but it is very simple. Just make sure you are conservative and account for any inefficiencies that will exist in the chargers. That way your power supplies can have plently of wattage to power the chargers.
That maxamps power supply is nice, but is overpriced for what you get. That supply is just a file server 12v, 47 amp supply. I can almost gurantee its not a new unit, as they are very expensive new. One can find a good supply on ebay that is the same one as the maxpamps for around 20 dollars. Or you can buy a supply from a guy named feather merchant rc (just google his name) and you can obtain two of those supplies for the cost of one of the maxamps. This is the route I took....Ill show pics at the bottom. File servers are great supplies though. They provide a clean, very well regulated dc source, that is designed to run 24/7.
Bottom line, think about what will work for you and what you will be charging most of the time. Then go from there.
Heres my setup.
I have 3 - iCharger 208b's ran off 24 volts. These chargers can do 20 amps but I will never charge at that rate. Usually I charge at 10 amps for all my batteries (I use 2s, 3s, and 5s). I wired 2 - 12 volt supplies in series for 24 volts at 47 amps. Mounted them in a case under some lexan. Then I added a couple of flush mount banana jacks for 12 volt and 24 volt availability and a few fans to circulate air. I love this setup because at the track I dont have to fiddle with setting up chargers or having my charging equipment loosely thrown in a tool box like I see so many do. I also put in a flush mount iec receptacle in the back of the case. Makes things nice, just plug in the case and its all ready to go, and my batteries and pigtails are stored nice and cleanly.
06-10-2011 | 12:20 PM
#6309
Regarding chargers and related equipment...
One thing to keep in mind when selecting chargers, especially when charging large cells packs, is making sure the watt rating of the chargers will allow for a decent charge. That charger that will charge up to four lipos at once is a nice charger, especially if youre only going to be charging 2s. But I think its only rated at 50 watts per port so your 4s batts will only be able to charge just under 3.5 amps. Consequently, it may take a 5000 mah battery about 1.5 hours to charge. Not to mention it is pushing the limits of the charger, and in my experience makes chargers have shorter life and definitely produce alot of heat.
Secondly, finding a good power supply that is appropriate to provide power to your chargers is very important. I dont want to get into the math but it is very simple. Just make sure you are conservative and account for any inefficiencies that will exist in the chargers. That way your power supplies can have plently of wattage to power the chargers.
That maxamps power supply is nice, but is overpriced for what you get. That supply is just a file server 12v, 47 amp supply. I can almost gurantee its not a new unit, as they are very expensive new. One can find a good supply on ebay that is the same one as the maxpamps for around 20 dollars. Or you can buy a supply from a guy named feather merchant rc (just google his name) and you can obtain two of those supplies for the cost of one of the maxamps. This is the route I took....Ill show pics at the bottom. File servers are great supplies though. They provide a clean, very well regulated dc source, that is designed to run 24/7.
Bottom line, think about what will work for you and what you will be charging most of the time. Then go from there.
Heres my setup.
I have 3 - iCharger 208b's ran off 24 volts. These chargers can do 20 amps but I will never charge at that rate. Usually I charge at 10 amps for all my batteries (I use 2s, 3s, and 5s). I wired 2 - 12 volt supplies in series for 24 volts at 47 amps. Mounted them in a case under some lexan. Then I added a couple of flush mount banana jacks for 12 volt and 24 volt availability and a few fans to circulate air. I love this setup because at the track I dont have to fiddle with setting up chargers or having my charging equipment loosely thrown in a tool box like I see so many do. I also put in a flush mount iec receptacle in the back of the case. Makes things nice, just plug in the case and its all ready to go, and my batteries and pigtails are stored nice and cleanly.
One thing to keep in mind when selecting chargers, especially when charging large cells packs, is making sure the watt rating of the chargers will allow for a decent charge. That charger that will charge up to four lipos at once is a nice charger, especially if youre only going to be charging 2s. But I think its only rated at 50 watts per port so your 4s batts will only be able to charge just under 3.5 amps. Consequently, it may take a 5000 mah battery about 1.5 hours to charge. Not to mention it is pushing the limits of the charger, and in my experience makes chargers have shorter life and definitely produce alot of heat.
Secondly, finding a good power supply that is appropriate to provide power to your chargers is very important. I dont want to get into the math but it is very simple. Just make sure you are conservative and account for any inefficiencies that will exist in the chargers. That way your power supplies can have plently of wattage to power the chargers.
That maxamps power supply is nice, but is overpriced for what you get. That supply is just a file server 12v, 47 amp supply. I can almost gurantee its not a new unit, as they are very expensive new. One can find a good supply on ebay that is the same one as the maxpamps for around 20 dollars. Or you can buy a supply from a guy named feather merchant rc (just google his name) and you can obtain two of those supplies for the cost of one of the maxamps. This is the route I took....Ill show pics at the bottom. File servers are great supplies though. They provide a clean, very well regulated dc source, that is designed to run 24/7.
Bottom line, think about what will work for you and what you will be charging most of the time. Then go from there.
Heres my setup.
I have 3 - iCharger 208b's ran off 24 volts. These chargers can do 20 amps but I will never charge at that rate. Usually I charge at 10 amps for all my batteries (I use 2s, 3s, and 5s). I wired 2 - 12 volt supplies in series for 24 volts at 47 amps. Mounted them in a case under some lexan. Then I added a couple of flush mount banana jacks for 12 volt and 24 volt availability and a few fans to circulate air. I love this setup because at the track I dont have to fiddle with setting up chargers or having my charging equipment loosely thrown in a tool box like I see so many do. I also put in a flush mount iec receptacle in the back of the case. Makes things nice, just plug in the case and its all ready to go, and my batteries and pigtails are stored nice and cleanly.
I wish I had that kinda fabrication skills...
-David
06-10-2011 | 03:38 PM
#6311
Did you notice anything different by running the new chassis with the existing suspension? I too am waiting for the suspension upgrade kit, I have the new b block and chassis also, but I want to wait for the new towers and arm mods first.
06-10-2011 | 03:42 PM
#6312
All I really noticed was that the rear didn't want to come around on me. I was able to come thru a turn and punch it. Still felt very reactive.
06-10-2011 | 04:16 PM
#6313
06-10-2011 | 04:22 PM
#6314
Ya I hope so to. I have the towers, swaybars, Kyosho springs, b plate, suspension, and lightened outdrives on order. I just got the aluminum steering posts.
06-10-2011 | 07:30 PM
#6315