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[Garry]

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Get increased weatherproof performance with brushless or brushed motors with the Flux Vapor electronic speed controller from HPI!

The standard speed controller in the updated Sprint 2 Flux kits, the Flux Vapor features Deans plugs for low-loss connectivity and sturdy brass tube connectors for connecting 12 gauge wires to any brushless or brushed motor. With a range of custom tuning possibilities, this is the ideal upgrade for any car or truck using brushed motors!

FEATURES:

• 6-7 Cell NiMH/ NiCd or 2S LiPo
  
• Waterproof!
  
• Can handle 40% MORE power than Motiv ESC. Ultra low resistance (.0007 ohms / phase)
  
• Sensorless technology eliminates additional sensor wiring and complexity
  
• Lithium-Ion Compatible. **Programmable Lithium under-voltage cutoff protects delicate lithium packs from over-discharge
  
• High performance cross-cut aluminum heat sink
  
• Smooth startup and run with sensorless motors (Patents Pending)
  
• Linear Torque Braking allows better control on corner entry
  
• Connect to your PC using the #100573 Castle Link for super-easy customizations!

Source: HPI

[norcoforever]

till it goes pop lol
howcome the firestorm is rated to 3s yet this only says 2s?

[Garry]

norcoforever, on 21 January 2012 - 11:13 AM, said:

till it goes pop lol
howcome the firestorm is rated to 3s yet this only says 2s?

Its a different ESC. The E-Firestorm Flux uses the Motiv ESC, this is the Vapor.

[norcoforever]

Garry, on 21 January 2012 - 11:16 AM, said:

Its a different ESC. The E-Firestorm Flux uses the Motiv ESC, this is the Vapor.

the new firestorm use the vapor doesn't it
MORE POWER
The E-Firestorm Flux takes the durable E-Firestorm platform to the next level with amazing performance from brushless motor technology. The updated Flux brushless system includes a Flux Vektor 4800Kv brushless motor that is controlled by Flux Vapor waterproof electronic speed control. The new motor/esc combo is now capable of handling a 3S Li-Po battery pack for a blazing top speed over 50 mph! Experience the extreme power and efficiency that brushless technology offers.

Edited by norcoforever, 21 January 2012 - 11:18 AM.

[Garry]

Ahh, so it is. Not sure about the difference in ratings, might be worth an email to HPI.

[norcoforever]

Garry, on 21 January 2012 - 11:19 AM, said:

Ahh, so it is. Not sure about the difference in ratings, might be worth an email to HPI.

i think i will as it may explain all the failures, already had one up in smoke =/

[Smithy111]

I have the new flux with that esc but only ever run on 2s and not probs dont even get hot

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